Speakers

Ben Trethowan, CISO, Brit Insurance

Ben is a senior technology leader of some 18 years’ experience and is currently the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) for Brit Insurance. He is an accomplished hands-on Cyber Security leader, with extensive experience working in the FinTech, Entertainment, Transport and Defence sectors. Ben has led Cyber Security activities at all levels, from governance... and strategy to transformation and technical implementation, and continues to expand his skills through both academic and professional development. He also offers his Cyber Security and broader engineering skills voluntarily to a number of organisations that he supports. more

Rob Flanders, Head of Threat and Incident Response, BAE Systems

Rob has 10 years’ experience in Cyber Security, covering Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Security Architecture and Risk Management. Rob's experience is in Defence and UK Government, delivering technical security focussed capabilities including leading GBEST assessments on behalf of government departments and supporting development of Threat Intelligence... capability across the public sector. Rob now leads Major Cyber Incident Response and Strategic Threat Intelligence at BAE Systems.
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Richard Plumb, Threat Operations Lead, Post Office Ltd

Richard is a seasoned cyber threat specialist, currently serving as a Threat Operations Lead at Post Office Ltd. His previous roles include Senior Manager for Cyber Threat Intelligence at Element Materials Technology and Head of Cyber Threat Operations at the UK Home Office. Before moving into cyber security, Richard spent many years in front-line policing,... later specialising in physical security consultancy within the Police. He transitioned into cyber security consultancy as a consultant manager at KPMG, before building and leading the NHS’s COVID-centric cyber threat intelligence function and subsequently the national cyber threat intelligence capability within NHS Digital.more

Quentyn Taylor, Senior Director – Product, Information Security and Global Incident Response - Canon Europe, Middle East and Africa

Quentyn Taylor is the maverick Senior Director of Information Security at Canon Europe, where he’s been shaking up the status quo and redefining what it means to be secure in the digital age. With a career spanning the wild west of dotcom startups to the high-stakes world of global business, Quentyn is a force to be reckoned with. He’s not just about ticking boxes... and following protocols; Quentyn is on a mission to revolutionise document security, making it not just a necessity but a strategic advantage. His approach is bold, unapologetic, and always ahead of the curve. Whether he's forging strong business relationships or advocating for security integration, Quentyn does it with a flair that’s uniquely his own. When it comes to cybersecurity, Quentyn Taylor is the name you want on your side – fearless, innovative, and always ready to take on the next big challenge.more