24th Annual Data Protection Practical Compliance Conference

 

Ireland's leading

2-day Data Protection Conference

 

Exclusive new venue for 2025

 
Annual Data Protection Conference - Dublin
 
Join us in the heart of Dublin City Centre for PDP's Data Protection Conference (now in its 20th year) which brings together leading voices in data protection for a two-day event of thought-provoking discussions, practical workshops, and vital networking opportunities.
 
On 6th & 7th November, step into a world-class two-day experience designed exclusively for privacy professionals. Hosted in one of Dublin’s luxurious city-centre hotels, the 20th Annual Conference blends strategic insight with refined hospitality.  
 
 
 High-end hospitality over 2-Days for Data Protection Professionals
 
Returning as a fully in-person Conference, both days take place in Dublin City Centre, and the venue will be exclusively hosting PDP Conference delegates.
 

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Speakers/Leaders confirmed from the following organisations so far...

 

conference contributing organisations

 
 
 
 
 
 

 

Conference Agenda

 

Speakers Presentations Day

 

Day 1 - Speakers Presentations (In-person)

Thursday, 6th November 2025

 

Hear from a range of expert speakers as they explore the future of data protection, AI innovation, and compliance challenges. 

 

 

Data Protection Commission

 

Keynote Address

 

Data Protection Commission                         

 

 

Paul Lavery

 

Conference Chair

 

Paul Lavery

Partner,

McCann FitzGerald                               

 

 

Confirmed Speakers so far....

 

 

Barry Scannell

Beyond Compliance: How the AI Act Elevates GDPR’s Data Protection Standards in Practice

 

Dr. Barry Scannell

Partner, William Fry                         

  

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Ciara O'Buachalla

From DPIA to AIA: Building an Integrated AI Risk and Governance Framework

 

Ciara O'Buachalla

AI Governance, Logitech

 

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Caoimhe Stafford

Strategies for Avoiding and Handling Complaints

 

Caoimhe Stafford

Data Protection Officer, Match Group   

 

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John Fitzsimons

Reforming & Streamlining GDPR: What Organisations Needs to Know

 

John Fitzsimons

Barrister, Cornerstone Barristers

 

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Hannah Perry

Growing Pains: EU Age Verification

 

Hannah Perry

Partner, Mason Hayes & Curran

 

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Fedema Good

The Latest on Cookies & Tracking: Regulatory Priorities & Practical Implications

 

Fedelma Good

Data Protection Consultant

 

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Davinia Brennan

DSARs - Regulatory Shifts & Practical Implications for Organisations

 

Davinia Brennan

Partner, Matheson LLP

 

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         FURTHER PRESENTATION TOPICS COMING SOON

 

 

 

 

Day 2 Workshops 


Day 2 - Workshops (In-person)

Friday, 7th November 2025

 

Dive deeper into the key issues shaping data protection, privacy, and compliance in a dedicated day of interactive workshops. These hands-on sessions offer practical guidance, real-world case studies, and expert-led discussions 

 

 

Morning Workshops (select one from the following):

  

Workshop A

 

 

 

Reconciling AI Compliance with the GDPR

 

Rachel Hayes

Partner, William Fry

 

Read Workshop Overview >

 

 

 

Rachel Hayes

 

 

Workshop B

 

 

 

Helping Employees Meet Their, and Employer's, Data Protection Obligations

 

Paul Lavery

Partner, McCann FitzGerald

 

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Paul Lavery

 

 

 

Afternoon Workshops (select one from the following):

 

Workshop C

 

Individuals’ Rights – Practical Risk-Based Compliance in the Age of AI

 

Hugo Grattirola

Partner, Philip Lee

 

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Hugo Grattirola

 

 

  

 

Workshop D

 

A Practical Guide to Cyber Incident Responses

 

Ricky Kelly

Partner, RDJ

 

Giles Tyler

Associate Director, Control Risks

 

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Ricky Kelly

 

Gyles Tyler

 

  

Read Full Overview of Each Workshop >

  

 

 



 

  

 

What's included at each Day of the Conference? 

 

 

Day 1 - Speakers Presentations (In-person)

  • Conference NetworkingJoin us for a networking breakfast from 8.45am - 9.30am
  • Ask questions to Speakers face to face (roving mics during question times)
  • A hot lunch is provided and complimentary refreshments are available throughout the day
  • Professionally-printed, wire-bound booklets of the Presentation slides are provided
  • Delegates are invited to a complimentary drinks and canapes reception from 5pm
  • Complimentary PDP Merchandise (tote bags, bottles, pens, and much more) 

 

Day 2 - Workshops (In-person) 

  • Conference WorkshopsJoin us for a networking breakfast from 8.30am - 9.00am 
  • Delegates can discuss the issues raised in the Workshops with other privacy professionals and are encouraged to ask questions throughout the day
  • A hot lunch is provided and complimentary refreshments are available throughout the day
  • Professionally-printed, wire-bound booklets of the workshops materials are provided
  • Complimentary PDP Merchandise (tote bags, bottles, pens, and much more)

 

 

 

 
 



 
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Data Protection Commission

 

Logitech

 

McCann FitzGerald

William Fry

 

Matheson

 

 

Mason, Hayes & Curran

 

Philip Lee

 

RDJ

control risks

 

Match Group

 

Data Protection Ireland Journal

PDP Training


 

Conference Testimonials

 

"Excellent day! The presentations provided practical advice that will be useful in my day to day job."
Jason Palmer
AXA Life Europe Ltd

 

"Particularly useful was the guidance on formulation and structure of data protection policies."
Dan McDonnell
Co Carlow VEC

 

"Extremely helpful and well organised"
Jim O’Connell
Douglas Credit Union

 

"Each presentation had something important to reflect on"
Marie Cussen
Comreg


"Content was excellent"
Philip Higgins
ESB Energy Solutions

 

"Very informative and enjoyable. The handouts are very good"
Stephen Nolan
Microsoft

 

"Excellent presentations"
Paul Dawson
Dublin City Council

 

"Good to hear about the new developments. Very passionate speakers"
Ann Smith
Chartered Accountants Ireland

 

"The presenters were very interesting."
Muriel Koyce
Sunbeam House Services

 

"I found the Conference to touch all the relevant areas for practitioners and something that I have no doubt will be utilised within my organisation"
Lynne Martin
Eirecom Limited

 

"Great mix of topics/issues relating to data protection."
Tony Hughes
Waterford Credit Union

 

"Good tips on outsourcing. The lessons learned from breaches was very useful."
Bernadette Ryan
Bord Gais Eireann

 

"Speakers were very knowledgeable and articulate"
Philip Higgins
ESB Electric

 

"It was well put together. Good speakers, content and venue. First class. Thank you."
Danny O’Donoghue
Bishopstown Credit Union


“Excellent conference… really interesting. You covered a multitude of topics which has given me a food for thought!”
Louise Colgen
Central Bank of Ireland

 

"Very useful and informative"
Cathal McDermott
Dropbox

 

"Great event. All speakers and presentations were compelling and relevant"
Brian Short
Irish Continental Group plc

 

"Informative as usual"
Helen Sheehan
Euromedic Diagnostics Ltd

 

"The theory and practical advice given were highly welcomed"
Ann Smith
Chartered Accountants Ireland

 

"The presenters were very interesting."
Judith Fanning
RTE

 

"The practicality of the subjects was brilliant. A real feeling of having learned something to take away and think about"
Nicola Flannery
Paddy Power Plc

 

"Every subject was relevant and current"
Veronica O’Brien
Irish Water

 

"A very useful conference for all DP Practitioners and a great opportunity to share experiences with other practitioners in the field"
Catriona O’Sullivan
University College Cork

 

"This year, I was very happy with all the presentations. Thank you for organising it"
Irina Sharapova
Kerry Group Plc

 

"I found the conference not only to be practical, but enjoyable which was down to the standard and quality of the presenters"
Martina McKenna
Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board