Profiles

As a leading GDPR and Data Governance expert, Carl has worked with numerous businesses and organisations in helping them navigate data governance and compliance regulations across many international territories. Carl’s ability and approach has enabled him to work with teams across a wide spectrum of sectors including Charity, Medical, Government and Mergers and Acquisitions.

With over 20 years of experience in the IT industry, Nish has played a pivotal role in delivering large-scale, mission-critical systems for the global financial services and capital markets sectors. His extensive expertise and strategic insights are invaluable in driving innovation and shaping cutting-edge solutions. \n As a co-founder and key member of our leadership team, Nish is instrumental in steering our company’s vision and technological advancements, ensuring we remain at the forefront of industry excellence.

Dr Gary Wills is a Chartered Engineer (CEng), an Institute of Engineering Technology (MIET) member, an International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) member, and a Principal Fellow of the Higher Educational Academy (PFHEA). He is certified to conduct information assurance (IASME and ISO27001), cyber essentials, IoT cyber assurance audits. and is a Certified Data Protection Officer.

Dr. Watthanasak Jeamwatthanachai is a distinguished AI researcher and technology executive with a profound impact on both academic and industrial spheres. Holding a PhD in Computer Science from the University of Southampton, his doctoral research pioneered cognitive computing frameworks to assist visually impaired individuals in indoor navigation. \n In the industry, Dr. Jeamwatthanachai serves as the Chief Technology Officer at Forti5 Technologies (UK) and Insight Business Analytics (Thailand), where he leads the development of AI-driven solutions in cybersecurity, system optimization, and financial analytics . His academic contributions include his role as a Research Fellow at the University of Southampton, focusing on human-machine collaboration and intelligent systems. At of now, he advances research in speech processing and human-computer interaction, contributing to national initiatives in AI and informatics. \n Dr. Jeamwatthanachai’s research interests encompass machine learning, natural language processing, computer vision, multi-agent systems, and game theory. His work has been published in reputable journals and conferences, reflecting a commitment to advancing AI technologies that address real-world challenges. \n With a unique blend of academic rigor and entrepreneurial spirit, Dr. Jeamwatthanachai continues to drive innovation in AI, fostering advancements that bridge the gap between research and practical application.

Cybersecurity expert, leading the governance, privacy, and cybersecurity audit functions, conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing of critical information assets while assisting in training delivery, as well as Cyber Essentials Plus (CE Plus) audits and assurance certification.

Professor Muthu Ramachandran is currently a Cybersecurity, AI, and Blockchain Technology & Research Consultant at Forti5 Technologies, UK and a Visiting Professor Extraordinarius at University of South Africa (UniSA). Muthu is certified assessor for IASME CE (Information Assurance for Small and Medium Enterprises Cyber Essentials Certification Assessor), CE assurance, IoT Cyber, and IoT Assurance. Muthu is also an Editorial Board member at Blockchain in Healthcare Today (BHTY, USA) and Editor-in-Chief (EiC) at International Journal of Organizational and Collective Intelligence (IJOCI). Muthu has been recognized as one of the Top Blockchain Voices by LinkedIn. Muthu has 35+ years of experience in teaching & research in both academia and in industrial settings. Muthu is also the author of a recent book on Blockchain Engineering in Healthcare (Springer, 2025) and has authored or edited more than 15 books. \n Muthu has developed frameworks on AI readiness and adoptions, AI ethics, AI ethics by design (Forti5 Tech’s Udemy course), AI in Healthcare Applications, and AI-Blockchain integration (Forti5 Tech’s new book on Blockchain Engineering, Springer 2025).

Luigi Aversa with over 25 years of experience in the IT industry, Luigi has worked with numerous organizations in the biotech industry delivering large-scale projects in the cloud such as The 100,000 Genome Project in partnership with Genomics England, and the US-based FDA Cybersecurity for Medical Devices. With deep cybersecurity experience in OT, Luigi has forged his experience as SOC leader driving incident response activities at scale.

With over 18 years of experience in the IT and IoT sectors, Sanjeewa serves as a cybersecurity consultant and account manager, supporting clients in meeting UK National Cyber Assurance standards. He is a certified assessor for IASME Cyber Essentials, Cyber Assurance, and IoT Cyber, and works closely with organizations to strengthen their cybersecurity posture. His role includes facilitating audits, gap analyses, policy development, and ongoing compliance support to help clients secure their systems and achieve certification

Dr Ragad Alabady is a cybersecurity consultant with expertise in vulnerability assessment and cyber risk management. She specialises in control systems design for cyber-physical system (CPS) security, including Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Ground Autonomous Vehicles (GAVs). Ragad is certified in IASME Cyber Assurance and experience in developing proactive cybersecurity strategies and remediation plans to support resilient infrastructures.