Networking+
The Congress is the premier place for the data protection world to meet up, so it is the perfect place to make valuable new connections. Find your niche at these events-within-the-event at the IAPP Connection Center. You do not need to pre-register for any meetup or activity, or be a current member of the section or affinity groups. All are welcome and encouraged to join.
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Congress Run and Walk
Wednesday, 20 November, 07:00-08:00
Hit the streets. This guided run and walk is a great excuse to get some fresh air and meet some new people. Meet us in the Warwick Brussels lobby before we head out together.
To give yourself more time that morning, you can sign the waiver electronically now. Do not forget to arrive 15 minutes early to stretch.
Meeting point:
Warwick Brussels Hotel Lobby
Rue Duquesnoy 5
1000 Brussels
Newcomers’ Privacy Pancakes
Wednesday, 20 November, 08:30-10:00
Joining us for your first time at the IAPP Europe Data Protection Congress? Create connections with other first-time delegates and new IAPP members at our first-ever Newcomers’ Privacy Pancake. If you thought the Belgian waffles were good, wait until your try the pancakes — start your day well-fed and well-connected!
Networking by Industry
Wednesday, 20 November, 11:15-12:15
Take full advantage of your break between sessions — exchange thoughts and perspectives with professional colleagues on both work-related and common interests. Stop in to find a group of like-minded colleagues to engage in productive collaborations within specific professions.
- Adtech
- AI Governance
- Cyber & Privacy Investigations, Enforcement and Litigation
- Cybersecurity
- Energy and Utilities
- Finance and Banking
- Government
- Health
- Higher Education
- Internal Auditors
- Non-Profit
- Privacy Operations and Implementation
Book Signing with Keynote Marietje Schaake
Wednesday, 20 November, 11:30-12:30
Marietje Schaake will be signing copies of “The Tech Coup: How to Save Democracy from Silicon Valley.” Limited number of copies will be signed by the author — first come, first served.
Diversity in Privacy Section Lunch
Wednesday, 20 November, 13:15-14:15
Data protection is diverse in its practices and professions — help us appreciate these roles through the cultivation of understanding, respect and dignity. All are invited to attend lunch to learn and share professional and personal experiences relating to diversity, inclusion and data protection.
KnowledgeNet Community Lunch
Wednesday, 20 November, 13:15-14:15
Reconnect and recharge with a satisfying lunch and great conversation — stop in to meet your local privacy pro community and chapter leaders. Check out what is happening in data protection in your community, learn about your local network and how to become involved with your KnowledgeNet chapter.
Roundtable Topic Discussions
Wednesday, 20 November, 15:45-16:45
Select a topic and take a seat at the table. Connect with fellow delegates over small, interactive and lively discussions. Seats are not guaranteed; first come, first served.
Sponsored by: 
- AI and Third-party Risk: Emerging Best Practice for DPOs
Chris Elwell-Sutton, CIPP/A, CIPP/E, CIPM, FIP, Partner, TLT - AI in Hiring and Employee Assessments
Nanda Davis, CIPP/US, Attorney, Davis Law Practice - AI's Impact on Privacy: Opportunities and Ethical Concerns
Carmen Cercelescu, AIGP, Data and AI Governance Practice Lead, Euranova - Balancing Innovation and Privacy Compliance in the iGaming Industry
Liliya Hermanovych, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, CIPT, Data Protection Specialist, GAN - Camera Surveillance and Biometric Access Control: Legal Risks and Opportunities from a GDPR and AI Perspective
Tim Gillhaus, Senior Associate, Pels Rijcken & Droogleever Fortuijn - Data Retention, Data Minimization, Data Disposal
Xavier Alabart, CIPP/E, CIPT, FIP, Principal Privacy Consultant, The Privacy Aces - Efficiency in the Privacy Organization via Managed Services
Jan-Peter Ohrtmann, Partner, Lawyer, PwC - Eliminating Biases from AI Models in Public Services: A Focus on Immigration
Manas Ingle, Principal Associate, JSA - GDPR Compliance Challenges for AI Model Training
Tatjana Lukoševičienė, President, Lithuanian Data Protection Professionals Association - Impact of Global Hacks on Privacy
Anna Vladimirova-Kryukova, CIPP/E, Group Data Protection Officer, Noda - Impact of the 2024 EU Cybersecurity Legislation on the Work of Privacy Professionals
Patrice Navarro, Partner, Clifford Chance - Inferring Special Category Data: The Wider Impact of the Latest Findings
Nicola McKilligan, CIPP/E, CIPM, Senior Partner, Privacy Partnership - Navigating Data Privacy Issues in Africa
Ifeanyi Okonkwo, Deputy Head of Sector, TMT, Jackson, Etti & Edu - NIS2: State of Play Across Europe
Stephanie De Smedt, CIPP/E, Partner, Loyens & Loeff - Privacy and AI Governance: How to Balance Converging Governance Tasks and Stakeholders
Rocio de la Cruz, Director, Privacy, OpenText - Privacy Leaders as Champions of Diversity, Equality and Inclusion
Claude-Étienne Armingaud, CIPP/E, Partner, Practice Coordinator Data Protection, Privacy and Security, K&L Gates - Privacy Program Maturity: A Journey to "Optimized"
Benjamin Westwood, CIPP/A, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, Head of Compliance, Data Protection Officer, Motor Insurers Bureau - Privacy Tech: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly
Elislav Atanasov, CIPP/E, Assistant Professor, University of National and World Economy Sofia - Real Talk on Compliance
Havona Madama, CIPP/E, CIPM, Chief Legal Officer, Chief Privacy Officer, Bombora - The EU Data Act: Compliance Challenges and Solutions
Paul Greaves, Senior Associate, Alston & Bird
Networking Reception
Wednesday, 20 November, 18:30-19:30
Join your colleagues for a networking reception to reconnect with exhibitors and delegates in the exhibit hall.
LGBTQIA+ Affinity & Friends Happy Hour
Wednesday, 20 November, 20:30-23:59
The affinity group LGBTQ Privacy & Tech Network is excited to host the first fundraiser after hours event in Brussels. A little more laid back than the usual U.S. parties, this event will still bring together allies and LGBTQ+ privacy professionals alike in a fun and energetic atmosphere that celebrates our individuality. Thanks to the generosity of Transcend.io, Cooley, and attendees like you the event helps LGBT Tech and local nonprofits make a difference for marginalized communities. Registration required.
Location:
Beer Capital
Bd Anspach 89
1000 Brussels
Mentor Mingle Breakfast
Thursday, 21 November, 08:30-09:30
Whether you are new to data protection or a seasoned veteran, join the Mentor Mingle breakfast to gain access to critical insights and real-world experiences at any stage in your career. Discover opportunities for collaboration, exposure to different perspectives and learn about new trends in the data protection profession while fueling up to start your day.
Mentors:
- Xavier Alabart, CIPP/E, CIPT, FIP, Principal Privacy Consultant, The Privacy Aces
Areas of Expertise: Auditing/ Compliance, Infosecurity - Carmen Cercelescu, AIGP, Data and AI Governance Practice Lead, Euranova
Areas of Expertise: Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Governance, Personal Privacy, Privacy Business - Chris Elwell-Sutton, CIPP/A, CIPP/E, CIPM, FIP, Partner, TLT
Areas of Expertise: Artificial Intelligence, Data Loss, Finance - Maria Flores Sueiro, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, CIPT, FIP, Global Data Protection Lead, RELX
Areas of Expertise: Employee Privacy, Governance, Privacy Advocacy - Ashantel Lachhani, CIPP/E, CIPM, FIP, Director, Data Privacy Europe, Greystar International
Areas of Expertise: Auditing, Compliance, Healthcare, Privacy Law – European, Privacy Operations Management - Havona Madama, CIPP/E, CIPM, Chief Legal Officer, Chief Privacy Officer, Bombora
Areas of Expertise: Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Privacy Law – Europe, Privacy Law – U.S. - Nicola McKilligan, CIPP/E, CIPM, Senior Partner, Privacy Partnership
Areas of Expertise: Artificial Intelligence, Auditing/ Compliance, Children’s Privacy - Ñusta Nina, CIPP/E, CIPM, Global Data Protection Officer, Ikea / Ingka Digital B.V.
Areas of Expertise: Marketing, Mobile Privacy, Privacy Law – European - Markus Sullivan, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, FIP, Group Data Protection Officer, Universal Investment Group
Areas of Expertise: Auditing/ Compliance, Governance, Infosecurity - Benjamin Westwood, CIPP/A, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, Head of Compliance, Data Protection Officer, Motor Insurers Bureau
Areas of Expertise: Auditing/Compliance, Governance, Privacy Operations Management
Privacy Bar Section Meetup
Thursday, 21 November, 10:00-10:30
Calling all data protection attorneys, practitioners, judges, academics and students — expand your network at the Privacy Bar meetup and discuss the latest legal developments and strategies in data protection.
Privacy Engineering Section Meetup
Thursday, 21 November, 10:00-10:30
Privacy and personal data protection concepts would only be theoretical without a strong network of privacy engineers building them into systems from the ground up. Meet your fellow unsung heroes of the digital age at the Privacy Engineering section meetup to connect, share experiences and discover new solutions.
Women Leading Privacy Section Lunch
Thursday, 21 November, 12:45-14:15
Join fellow women and the allies advocating for their advancement in privacy at the Women Leading Privacy section lunch. Take a moment to slow down, enjoy lunch and share experiences and insights with women leading the charge in data protection. As this is one of our most popular events, please note that seats are first come, first served.
Sponsored by: 
Networking Lounge
Wednesday, 20 November, 08:30-19:00
Thursday, 21 November, 08:30-18:00
Recharge, network or just get a few minutes of work done.
Sponsored by: 
IAPP Central
Wednesday, 20 November, 08:30-19:00
Thursday, 21 November, 08:30-18:00
IAPP Central is your data protection hub, where you will find up-to-the-minute resources and tools to help you and your operation meet your challenges head-on. Just tell us what you need — we are here to help.
Volunteer today
We are fully staffed with volunteers for Congress 2024 but please keep us in mind for future Intensives and other IAPP events. Volunteering is a great way to meet people and get more deeply involved in the privacy community.