Consultant, researcher, data protection officer, and government advisor focused on digital identity, privacy and public policy. I am an expert in the regulation and privacy of digital identity and emerging technologies. I'm motivated by the responsible use of personal data in new business and technology domains, particularly in an international context. In addition to my specialisms, I have 25 years of industry experience in IT and digital media. I've worked with ID tech, automation, robotics, audiovisual encoding, and operations, in both management and consultant roles. Prior to becoming a consultant and researcher, I helped design and manufacture the Emmy Award-winning robotic video migration system, SAMMA. And, I have an extensive theater background, which I use as a conference and event chair. Research and commercial interests:IDM/IAM, e-ID, IoT, SSI, emotional AI, age assurance, digital wallets, biometrics, de-identification, user control, trust services, e-signature, credentialing, payments, surveillance, public transportSpecialties: Digital Identity, Privacy & Data Protection, Information & Technology Policy, Comparative US & EU Regulation, Emerging Technology, Qualitative Research, Conference/Event Chairing