Speakers: (May vary depending on location)

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  John Price KPM

  Detective Sergeant, West Midlands Police

  

  Topic: Is Cloud Forensics the Future or a Risky Gamble? Unpacking the Pros and Cons

  John Price is a Detective Sergeant in the West Midlands Police Force. John has been a Police Officer for over 26 years within around 14 years’ experience within Digital/Cyber Forensics. Since 2016, John has been a Digital Technical Manager within the Digital Forensics Unit.

  Over the last eight years John has championed numerous change projects within Digital Forensics. These have included the introduction of the first cloud-based review tool for UK Law Enforcement, and the retention of this data within the cloud. Since September 2023, John has been supervising the new Digital Scene Attendance Team within West Midlands Police.

  John was awarded a Kings Police Medal for his work in Digital Forensics in the New Years Honours 2024.

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  Kay Murfin

  Director, Compass QMS Ltd

  

  Topic: Accreditation & Certification: The Road to Success and Credibility

  Kay is a highly accomplished Quality Manager with a demonstrable history of implementing, developing, and maintaining Quality Management Systems for a number of organisations. Kay has been involved in the delivery of Quality Management for over fourteen years and possesses an exceptional understanding of the requirements of ISO 17025, ISO 17020, the Forensic Science Regulator’s Code of Practice, ISO 9001 and ISO 14001.

  Kay’s career began in the highly regulated pharmaceutical industry, operating as a scientist in medical safety for AstraZeneca, before entering forensic science as a Laboratory Officer for Cheshire Police. Utilising her knowledge and experience of compliance in laboratory testing environments, Kay moved into quality management and has since worked as the Quality Manager for both British Transport Police and private digital forensic company, IntaForensics. Her employment progressed to Head of Quality for Forensic Access Group before creating her own bespoke consultancy business.

  Compass QMS Ltd. strives to assist clients in achieving the highest levels of quality and compliance by helping organisations understand and implement quality standards, and delivering quality management training programmes and external auditing services.

  Kay is a positive and engaging expert with a ‘can do’ approach to the accreditation process. Kay excels in supporting and encouraging individuals and organisations to enhance their knowledge and understanding of accreditation and the benefits of a robust quality management system.

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  Christine Hall

  International Technical Engineer, Exterro

  

  Topic: Enhance Speed & Efficiency in Mobile Phone Investigations

  Christine Hall is a highly respected figure in digital forensics, with over a decade of experience dedicated to innovation and operational excellence. As an International Technical Engineer at Exterro, Christine specializes in mobile device investigations, forensic workflows, and ISO 17025 accreditation.

  A graduate of Staffordshire University with a BSc in Forensic Computing, Christine has excelled in roles spanning forensic analysis, technical leadership, and enterprise support. Her meticulous approach ensures investigations yield actionable, court-ready results.

  Christine’s commitment to advancing forensic methodologies and empowering investigators has earned her a reputation as a thought leader and trusted partner in the global digital forensics community.

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  Ewelina Gramala

  Project Manager, Exterro

  

  Topic: From Vision to Delivery: How to Lead Successful Programme Change to Transform Policing

  Ewelina Gramala is a dynamic Project Manager at Exterro, certified in PRINCE2, AgilePM, and Scrum methodologies. Renowned for her ability to deliver transformative initiatives, Ewelina was instrumental in enabling West Midlands Police to become the first UK force to implement a cutting-edge cloud-based digital forensics platform.

  Her expertise in managing complex projects and engaging stakeholders has driven significant operational improvements, including reduced case backlogs and faster justice delivery. Ewelina’s visionary leadership sets the standard for digital forensic transformation in public sector and law enforcement environments.

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  Leigh Huntridge

  EMEA Sales Director, VSPL

  

  Topic: Helping Organizations Capture, Process, and Protect Large-scale Datasets through Designing Hybrid Smart-cloud Solutions to Accelerate Data-intensive Workflows

  Leigh is a seasoned professional with over 25 years of experience driving innovation and growth in technology-driven industries. With a deep understanding of data storage infrastructure, modern application platforms, and cloud solutions, Leigh has been at the forefront of enabling organizations to adapt to evolving technological landscapes.

  In recent years, Leigh has focused on leveraging open-source technologies, cloud automation, and containerization to modernize digital workflows. Currently, through VSPL’s Smart Cloud offering, Leigh is dedicated to transforming the digital forensic workflow. By enabling scalable, efficient, and innovative solutions, Leigh helps clients overcome complex challenges, ensuring they can stay ahead in the rapidly evolving field of digital forensics. His work reflects a commitment to enhancing forensic readiness, collaboration, and impactful outcomes for the community.

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  Tom Oldroyd

  Director of Strategy & Sales, Semantics 21

  

  Topic: Revolutionizing CSAM Investigations with AI: Uniting Technology and Justice to Protect Victims

  An ex-Sergeant from Nottinghamshire Police of 17 years, Tom managed a standout Digital Forensics Unit in the UK before hanging-up his cuffs to work in Apple Forensics with BlackBag Technologies, part of Cellebrite, and he now leads S21’s strategy and sales activities.