Tom is the Chief Data Officer at the Scottish Government, with extensive hands-on experience working across Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Architecture, Software Development and Data Engineering.

Steph has a diverse background ranging from astrophysics to genomics in academia and film & TV to dance in the arts and the third sector.

Since joining The Scottish Government in 2015, Scott has had a range of roles, although predominantly within the Digital Directorate.

Sam is the COO and Head of Data at Effini, an innovative data solutions company solving business problem using data and AI.

Richard Lochhead was appointed Minister for Small Business, Innovation and Trade in March 2023.

Richard is Chief Data Officer at Ofcom, the UK communications regulator. He is a member of the Technology, Data and Innovation Group, and is responsible for enabling data and analytics capabilities across Ofcom.

Rachel is a business leader and data and marketing specialist. As Managing Director of the Data & Marketing Association (DMA) she works closely with many of the UK’s most forward thinking agencies, brands and tech companies to promote a truly customer-centric approach to data.

Michael Rovatsos is Professor of Artificial Intelligence and Deputy Vice Principal of Research at the University of Edinburgh, where he also heads up the Bayes Centre, the University’s data science and AI innovation hub.

Michael Boniface is Chief Executive Officer at Kythera.AI, a Scottish based Technology company delivering AI products and services into the computer games, creative and simulation industries.

Maggie brings over 10 years of consulting and project management experience across corporations, startups, and charities.

Jeremy is Head of AI at the Scottish Government.

As Interim CEO of The Data Lab, Heather is responsible for developing strategy, delivery and culture across the wider organisation, accountable to funding partners and The Data Lab Governance Board.

Gordon is a creative communications professional with over a decade of experience in delivering strategies, events, and innovation.

Richard is Chief Data Officer at Ofcom, the UK communications regulator. He is a member of the Technology, Data and Innovation Group, and is responsible for enabling data and analytics capabilities across Ofcom.

With a passion for digital marketing, Elena joins us as our Communications and Events Officer.

Dr Christopher Austin is a physician executive and UK trained radiologist with over 20 years of clinical and industry experience in digital health, analytics, and AI.

Dilraj is the Director of Equate Scotland, which is a national policy, research and development organisation focussing on women’s underrepresentation within the science, engineering, technology, and the built environment industries.

Dawn is a Programme and Project Manager with over a decade’s experience in managing a diverse range of digital, civic society, events and marketing projects.

With a background in HR, Chris is passionate about engagement to support a Trustworthy, Ethical and Inclusive AI delivery programme to the benefit of Scotland.

Catriona joined EY UK & Ireland to lead Client technology & Innovation from her previous role running our wavespace innovation centres across EMEIA, as well as working with HSBC, Nokia, Unilever, and BP.