Hey, I’m Nick. I am a seasoned public policy & communications expert with a dynamic 30-year track record gained with a leading mobile and broadband provider, specialised consultancies, and influential trade bodies globally. I'm also a strategic powerhouse adept at fostering key industry relationships, armed with an in-depth knowledge of the digital media, advertising, and technology sectors.
What I offer
Expert Technology Public Policy and Communications Advice.
High level and international public policy, regulatory affairs and communications advice. Specialising in technology, digital advertising, data privacy, and brand safety. Helping organisations navigate the plethora of regulations and advising on international business strategy.
Vice President, Global Engagement & Operations, TAG
Nearly six years driving the global development at TAG, a cross-industry self-regulatory powerhouse setting standards to tackle criminal activity like fraud, piracy, and malware, all while championing brand safety in digital advertising.
A digital advertising policy expert, offering independent consulting expertise in strategy, self-regulation, EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) GDPR compliance, and business development across the dynamic landscape of regulatory affairs.
Director of Regulatory Affairs, Internet Advertising Bureau UK (IAB UK
Pioneering the charge in the UK's digital advertising realm, championing optimal policy and regulation at both national and EU levels, including advocacy on the GDPR, to safeguard and fuel the industry's enduring growth.
Chair, European Interactive Digital Advertising Association (EDAA)
Chaired EDAA to administer & grow the EU industry programme to provide greater transparency & user control over interest-based advertising. The EDAA brings together the full breadth of the EU advertising industry and includes promoting awareness of the initiative amongst industry.
Government & Public Policy Manager, Orange (now EE)
Steering UK public affairs, providing strategic advice to senior leadership on political, legislative, and regulatory landscapes, actively lobbying on pivotal public policy fronts, and forging robust connections across business, industry, and the political/regulatory arena.