Who We Are

XpertDPO is an independent data protection partner, trusted by organisations that need more than just advice, they need embedded expertise and ongoing support they can rely on.

We specialise in outsourced and fractional DPO services, as well as expert assistance with GDPR compliance challenges such as DSARs, DPIAs, regulator engagement, data protection audits, and M&A due diligence.

Our mission is to deliver practical, real-world data protection solutions that align with your operational needs, not abstract templates or fear-based compliance selling. We build long-term partnerships grounded in transparency, accountability, and a deep understanding of regulatory expectations.

From frontline teams to executive boards, we help organisations embed a culture of responsible data use with support that’s ethical, informed, and tailored to you.

Who We Help

Still managing compliance off the side of your desk? We work with organisations that need expert, ethical, and dependable support in navigating GDPR and broader data protection obligations, especially when internal capacity or clarity is limited. Whether you’re responding to a data breach, preparing for a regulator review, or simply want to mature your data protection programme, XpertDPO is your trusted partner.

“XpertDPO is more than a service provider, they’re a steady hand in high-risk environments. Their support helped us get audit-ready with confidence.”
Public Sector Compliance Lead

Many organisations delay building real data protection capability, until a breach, complaint, or audit forces it. We help you get ahead of that curve, with support that’s structured, sustainable, and right-sized to your risk.

Our clients include:

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In-house DPOs and compliance leads

who benefit from specialist second-line support

02

Private enterprises and professional services

needing outsourced DPOs or external governance expertise

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Public bodies

facing increasing scrutiny and regulatory expectations

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Organisations preparing for audits, responding to complaints, or undergoing mergers and acquisitions

requiring expert due diligence and strategic input

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Charities and nonprofits

seeking pragmatic support with limited resources

We’re a people-first organisation.

Meet the Team

We’re a people-first organisation and it shows in the depth, integrity, and expertise of our team. From outsourced DPO services to high-stakes incident and regulatory response, our team brings real-world experience and sectoral insight to every client partnership.

David Laird

Chairman
Trinity Graduate, MBA

Stuart Anderson

CEO
BA Hons (Music), CISA, CISM, CRISC, CCSP, CDPO, GDPR P&F (IBITGQ), PG Dip Data Protection Law (UCD), Adv Dip Data Protection Law (King’s Inns)

Philipa Jane Farley

Head of Legal & Operations
BSC (Comp Sci, Psych), LLB (IT, IP, Rights Litigation), ICDL, MCP, MCSE, PGCE, CIPM, AIGP

Dolores Martyn

Data Governance & Policy Lead
BA (Eng Lit & Psych), MA (Journalism), Prof. Cert. (Data Journalism), Adv. Dip. Data Protection Law, LL.M. Data Protection & Privacy Law, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPP/US

Eben Farley

Head of Security & Audit
Diploma (PC Engineering), A+, N+, MCP, MCSE, Mimecast Certified Technical Specialist, Nutanix Platform Professional, AQSA (PCI DSS), ISO 27001 Internal Auditor, Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate, SSCP

Helen Reece

Head of Learning and AI Development
BCom (Marketing Management), B.Com Hons (Business Management), ICDL, MCT, MCSE, MCSA, MCTS, CCNA CyberOps, CompTIA A+/Security+, Diploma in Project Management, Blackboard Certified, Open Networked Learning Certified

Canberk Çaldemir

Data Protection Officer
BSc (Biological Sciences), MSc (Business Management), CIPP/E, AIGP (Candidate)

Tamera Souchon

Legal & Compliance Associate
BCL (Law), GDPR Certificate (CoE HELP), CIPP/E (Candidate), FE1 (Candidate)

Our Values

At XpertDPO, our work is guided by these core values: Integrity, Expertise, Client-Centricity, Pragmatism, and Resilience.

  • Integrity: We do what’s right, even when it’s hard. Clients count on us for grounded advice and ethical leadership that stands up to internal scrutiny and external pressure.
  • Confidence Without Arrogance: We back our advice with deep expertise, internationally recognised qualifications, and lived experience, not hype. Our strength lies in clarity, consistency, and calm under pressure
  • Partnership First: We build lasting client relationships through collaboration, not dependency. Our support scales with your needs, and we’re always in it for the long haul.
  • Precision and Pragmatism: We balance big-picture compliance strategy with the details that matter in practice, from how your Article 30 log is structured to how your breach response will hold up under regulatory review.
  • Resilience and Reliability: Clients come to us when things go wrong, or could. We meet complexity with focus and stand steady in moments where accuracy, speed, and judgment are critical.
Built on trust.
Grounded in expertise.

Support that scales with your needs.

Let’s build your compliance journey, with clarity, trust, and expert support. Whether you need a named DPO, second-line support, or guidance through a regulatory issue, XpertDPO is here to help. Our team brings deep legal, audit, and compliance expertise, backed by long-term partnerships, not quick fixes. Let’s talk about how we can support your organisation.
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