Speakers

Peter Drissell, Director Aviation Security, UK Civil Aviation Authority

Appointed by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) as its first Director of Aviation Security in 2013 and led the transition of operational aviation security functions from the Department for Transport (DfT) to the CAA on 1st April 2014.  He previously served as Director of Security & Business Continuity for the Home Office for 5 years.  Prior to this,... Peter had served for 32 years in the Royal Air Force from which he retired as an Air Commodore in April 2007.  His last appointments were as Provost Marshal for the RAF and Commandant General of the Royal Air Force Regiment.  Peter was recently was appointed Honorary Air Commodore of 2624 Squadron Royal Auxiliary Air Force based at RAF Brize Norton in Oxfordshire.more

Matija Matoković, Former Deputy Head Innovation & Lead Quantum Technologies Strategy, NATO

Strategic advisor and senior executive with a proven track record in shaping the geopolitics of deep tech, particularly in the domains of security and defence, with a specialised focus on quantum technologies within the NATO and EU frameworks. Recognised for leading NATO’s Quantum Technologies Strategy, building transatlantic partnerships, and aligning deep... tech policy with security imperatives, industry and funding needs. Skilled in translating deep tech policy issues related to technology development, scientific challenges and funding needs between North American, NATO and EU structures, with the ability to identify cooperation opportunities through both institutional and non-traditional platforms. Extensive expertise in research, innovation, and procurement strategies at the EU level, with emphasis on scale up, security and defence. Skilled in navigating complex funding landscapes and the EU’s institutional set up, including EU funds (e.g. Horizon Europe) and science/technology collaborations, with a deep understanding of public procurement for innovation and defence-focused innovation procurement systems. Specialist in scale-up and commercialisation of breakthrough technologies, with hands-on experience in building industry alliances, designing funding strategies, and supporting the adoption of deep tech innovations in critical sectors. Strong track record in community and coalition building, stakeholder engagement, and guiding strategic alliances across the transatlantic deep tech ecosystem. Established networks in deep tech defence and security, innovation procurement and EU innovation ecosystems.more

Manit Sahib, Ethical Hacker & Former Head of Penetration Testing & Red Teaming, Bank of England

Manit is an experienced offensive security expert who is certified by UK’s National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) as well as His Majesty’s CESG Check scheme (HMG CHECK). He has over ten years professional experience in both UK Government and private offensive security operations. Formerly, Manit was the Head of Penetration Testing & Red Teaming at the... Bank of England. He is contracted to Global Fund.more

William Dixon, Associate Fellow, Royal United Services Institute and Senior Technology Cyber Fellow, The Ukraine Foundation

William Dixon is an Associate Fellow of the Royal United Services Institute, Senior Technology Cyber Fellow of the Ukraine Foundation and is a featured contributor on Cyber for the World Economic Forum. He started his career at GCHQ working on international security issues, and held senior positions at Barclays and the World Economic Forum where he was Head of Future... Networks and Technology. He holds a Masters Degree from the War Studies of King's College London, and is regularly featured in media outlets. more

Carl Peter McCollough, Senior Cybersecurity Architect, Saxo Bank

Carl Peter McCollough is a Copenhagen-based Senior Security Architect with extensive experience in cybersecurity strategy, governance, and digital transformation, specialising in designing resilient frameworks that balance risk management with business agility. He has led security initiatives across banking, cloud, and infrastructure environments, bringing a pragmatic... approach that combines technical expertise, compliance insight, and automation to strengthen organisational resilience. Known for translating complex risks into clear, actionable guidance, Carl bridges the gap between executive priorities and technical implementation, while also bringing a philosophical outlook and offering counsel that helps organisations and individuals navigate uncertainty, always looking towards the future to anticipate emerging threats and build security as a foundation for long-term growth and trust.more

Thomas Stig Jacobsen, CISO, Manager, Head of Security & Compliance Technology, Danske Commodities

Thomas Stig Jacobsen is a seasoned IT security professional, he was the first employee at Lunar, a Danish neobank, where he eventually became the Head of IT Security. In 2024, he took on the role of CISO at Danske Commodities. A guiding leadership principle for Thomas is open and frequent communication with stakeholders. He believes a CISO's success... hinges on being a great communicator and translator between technical and non-technical parts of the business. He addresses the challenge of implementing a functioning security culture by fostering it as a vehicle for complying with regulations, ensuring the security framework is effective rather than a mere "paper tiger." He measures success by his ability to communicate a vision, create followership, and attract and develop talented people.more

Sebastian Mabillon, CISO, Bunker Holding A/S

Sebastian is a technology enthusiast, with 15+ years of experience in IT security and risk management roles in oil & gas, telco, financial, pharmaceutical and tech-companies. Experienced advisor and seasoned CISO focused on a risk-based approach to information security. IT & Electronics Engineer by education, with an added Mini MBA in AI... in 2025.more

Geoffrey Taylor, Information Security Officer, Nordea Asset management

Geoffrey Taylor is an information security leader with over two decades of experience shaping cybersecurity strategies across the financial services, technology, manufacturing, and mobility sectors. He specializes in information security strategy risk management, governance, and resilience, and has deep expertise in ISO 27001, NIS2 and DORA. Geoffrey holds CISM,... CRISC, and ISO 27001 Lead Implementer, ISO 42001 Implementer certifications and is a PECB-certified trainer. He is active in the global cybersecurity community and contributes to ISACA, the Cloud Security Alliance, and international mentorship programs.more

James Fenton, Senior Regional Sales Manager UK, Contrast Security

James Fenton is Senior Regional Sales Manager UK at Contrast Security, with 20+ years in enterprise IT security sales. He specialises in application security, DevSecOps, and CI/CD integrations, helping organisations protect applications from modern threats. Previously at Synopsys, he led security adoption across EMEA. A frequent OWASP and ISSA contributor, James brings... deep expertise in bridging security and development.
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Taylor Mowat, Solutions Engineer, Contrast Security

Taylor Mowat is a Solutions Engineer at Contrast Security, specialising in runtime security, application security testing, and DevSecOps strategy. With a background in offensive security and secure software development, Taylor has built and deployed security solutions that empower developers while enhancing SOC visibility. Passionate about innovation, he regularly... speaks on modern security practices and best-in-class AppSec strategies.more

Alex Smethurst, Western Europe Channel Account Manager, Invicti Security

Alex Smethurst is the Western Europe Channel Account Manager at Invicti Security, a global leader in web app security. He is responsible for overseeing the Channel in Europe and collaborates with leading regional IT Partners. He has strong IT-Channel experience, previously working in the Channel at Huawei Germany.

Lars Liljeroth, Solutions Engineer, Netskope

Lars Liljeroth has been working in the IT industry for +20 years. As a certified expert, he specialises in Security Services Edge (SSE), part of the Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) framework that is at the core of a modern security architecture. He also has extensive experience in applying Zero Trust principles.As Solutions Engineer at Netskope, Lars focuses... on advising customers but he has also been involved in solution implementation throughout his career. His educational background, combined with his extensive professional experience, has equipped him with a unique blend of technical acumen and strategic insight, enabling him to drive technological innovation.more