Daniel has over 25 years of experience leading and mentoring security, technical, and programming teams. He has managed complex security and IT projects for clients across various sectors, including legal, healthcare, manufacturing, and professional services. Daniel’s expertise encompasses conducting cybersecurity risk reviews and gap assessments against frameworks such as HIPAA, ISO 27001, and NIST 800-53.
Daniel has successfully led sales, acquisitions, and integrations of multiple technology companies. He is also the architect of numerous award-winning products and services.
A tech evangelist to anyone who will listen, Daniel regularly speaks on panel discussions and delivers keynote addresses to business leaders and IT executives.
With 27 years of experience as a sworn police officer, including 7 years as the FOI for the Hamilton Police and serving as a Director at Large on the Freedom of Information Police Network (FOIPN) Executive, Dana is a seasoned information access and privacy professional in the FOI sector.
Her unique blend of police experience and knowledge allows her to understand the challenges organizations and institutions face when decisions are appealed, making her a go-to resource for assistance. Dana has developed a passion for writing representations during the adjudication stage of the appeal process.
In addition to her experience in the FOI sector, Dana also served on the FOIPN Executive as a Director at Large. Her expertise and understanding of the difficulties that arise during appeals has made her a person that others would contact for assistance. With her commitment to providing expert guidance, Dana takes pleasure in assisting individuals and organizations with their FOI challenges.
Ameera brings 12 years of diverse industry experience spanning manufacturing, FMCG, and regulatory technology. She holds a Master’s degree from the University of Liverpool, United Kingdom, and has built a dynamic career at the intersection of compliance and technology.
Ameera began her professional journey in human resources, working in the manufacturing and FMCG sectors before transitioning into the financial technology industry. She went on to lead sales and business development for a financial crime management solutions firm, partnering with banks and financial institutions across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East.
As Head of Client Engagement at Vayle, Ameera is responsible for managing key accounts and marketing initiatives, including customer success programs and community education campaigns. She is passionate about leveraging technology to drive innovation in compliance, helping organizations enhance transparency, efficiency, and regulatory adherence.
Shaun previously held senior executive positions at Thomson Reuters, Nasdaq, and TMX Group, where he led global technology businesses and digital transformation programs. He was also CEO and co-founder of Streamlogics, a leading webcasting and compliance solutions provider acquired by Thomson Reuters.
In his former roles, Shaun experienced firsthand the complexities of managing personal information and maintaining compliance with global privacy regulations. This inspired him to build solutions that simplify information access, data protection and privacy compliance for organizations of all sizes. Shaun is an active writer and speaker on the topic of information and privacy compliance, and has written op-eds for IT World Canada, CPO Magazine, and public sector publications such as the Municipal Monitor.
Shaun is a graduate of the University of Western Ontario. He also holds a CIPM (Privacy Program Management) designation from the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).