PICCASO Awards Europe 2024 Celebrates Industry Leaders in Data, Privacy, and Information Security Excellence

[London,13 November 2024]– The PICCASO Awards Europe 2024 has proudly announced the esteemed winners, recognising the innovation, excellence, and leadership in data across all
industries.

Held during aspectacular gala dinner at the JW Marriott Grosvenor House on 12 November, the
event gathered industry leaders and innovators, to celebrate the transformative impact of the award winners.

The PICCASO Awards Europe recognises leaders setting new benchmarks in data, privacy and information security, as they work tirelessly to support responsible data use in an era of
rapid technological advancement.

Winners of the PICCASO Awards Europe 2024 include:
 

• Leading Academic Establishment Award – Queen Mary University: A highly respected, long-standing leader in research on the legal and regulatory aspects of cloud computing.
• Award for Achievement - Bojana Bellamy, President at the Centre for Information Policy Leadership (CIPL): Playing a crucial role in shaping global data policy, advising governments, serving on prestigious boards, and contributing thought leadership at a high-profile event globally.
• ESG Privacy Initiative - Ernst Oliver Wilhelm, Chief Privacy Officer for GFT Technologies SE: Demonstrating a strong commitment to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, with compelling evidence and recognition of its impact.
• Executive of the Year - Claudia Berg, General Counsel for the Information Commissioner's Office: A key influencer in UK data protection policy and enforcement, leading high-profile legal actions against a range of actors in support of UK data protection laws and creating broad, cross-industry impact. 
• Leading Consultancy - KPMG Privacy and Data Protection Consultancy: Providing an exceptional, custom-powered privacy platform with advanced automation tools and innovative data retention solutions. 
• Outstanding DPO - Sue Khan, VP of Privacy and DPO, Flo Health: Bringing sensitive market
  expertise to a critical and expanding field, with a global perspective and a focus on emerging technologies.
• Responsible AI & Data Ethics Initiative or Leadership – Pimloc: Exhibiting exceptional quality and leadership in the fields of responsible AI and data ethics.
• Leading Law Firm – Dentons: Operating at an impressive scale, with a renowned AI Hub and a recent appointment as legal advisors to the AI Safety Institute.
• Champion of the Year - Claire Archibald, Legal Director at Browne Jacobson: Demonstrating remarkable leadership and drive in a crucial yet often underappreciated field.
• Most Innovative Data Privacy Project - Global Screening Services (GSS): For an essential initiative focused on strengthening privacy protections within the complex context of financial screening and sanctions.
• Data Privacy Culture Improvement Award - Dornan Engineering: A true beacon in the industry, recognised for a focused, proactive, and highly professional approach to critical tasks.
• Most Impactful Data Privacy Product - TrustWorks: Emphasising the crucial importance of embedding compliance in scale-ups from the outset.
• Bridging the Data Privacy and Security Gap Award – NormCyber: For an impressive submission featuring robust examples of services and tools that empower SMEs to navigate privacy and security challenges.
• Rising Star - Adele Ashiru, Data Protection Officer for The Coca-Cola Company Europe: Despite the demands of a significant ‘day job,’ our 2024 winner consistently goes the extra mile to support the next generation of privacy professionals entering the industry.
• Data Privacy Programme Award - L'Oréal Global Data Privacy Program: This dynamic, tailor-made program has transformed data protection from a compliance requirement into a core
  company value, embedding privacy across global operations.
• Data Privacy Team of the Year - Education Data Hub, Derbyshire County Council: An impressive model for training and raising awareness around privacy, cyber risk, and best practices, achieving a profound impact on vulnerable individuals and children.
  

VivienneArtz OBE, Vice Chair and Awards Founder remarked, “In a fast-evolvingand disruptive landscape – from the rise of generative AI to ongoing legal and
regulatory changes – this work is crucial to ensuring that data is used both
responsibly and innovatively. Together, this community is helping to build a secure
digital future that is adaptive, proactive, and collaborative. The PICCASO
Awards Europe celebrates these champions who lead the way towards a more
resilient digital world.”

For a more informationabout the PICCASO Awards Europe, please visit www.piccasoawards.com 

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About the PICCASO Awards: The PICCASO Awards were established to celebrate excellence andinnovation in data, privacy and information security. The awards recognise and
celebrate the achievements and innovation of individuals and organisations
across all sectors who are demonstrating what good looks across all elements of
responsible data use.