Jim Ashton

Jim Ashton is a business-driven thought leader and keynote speaker specializing in enterprise data privacy. Currently serving as the Global Head of Privacy (CPO, DPO) at Servify, they establish and manage global data privacy operations for the InsureTech and FinTech company. Previously, Ashton led global data privacy initiatives across several organizations, including Brightstar Corp., Tindall Riley & Co., and Thomas Miller, where they successfully implemented GDPR compliance and data governance frameworks. With extensive experience in project management and data governance since the late 1980s, Ashton has influenced change at the highest executive levels in various industries. They hold a B.Ed. in English from the University of Leeds.