Ed Parsons

Geospatial Technologist & Formerly Google's Geospatial Technologist

Ed is a Digital Geographer and Geospatial Technology Advisor, previously responsible for evangelising Google’s mission to organise the world’s information using Geography.

He has previously led Google’s efforts in maintaining a healthy Open Data Ecosystem to support AI in Europe. Additionally, Ed was the first Chief Technology Officer of Ordnance Survey, where he moved from after being EMEA Applications Manager for the Geographical Information Systems (GIS) Division at Autodesk.
He is a member of the Board of Directors of the Open Geospatial Consortium and was co-chair of the W3C/OGC Spatial Data on the Web Working Group.

Further, Ed represented Google at the EMTEL committee of ETSI developing geospatial solutions for emergency telecommunications.

Craig Jones

Former Director of Cybercrime at INTERPOL

Craig is a seasoned international expert in cybersecurity and law enforcement, with over 4 decades dedicated to safeguarding communities in both the operational and policy arenas. Most notably, he served as the Director of Cybercrime at INTERPOL from 2019 to 2024, where he led international operations and global initiatives to strengthen cyber resilience and disrupt transnational criminal networks operating in cyberspace.

Dave Keighley

Managing Director, Defence & Security at Goonhilly Earth Station Ltd

Dave brings 25 years of unparalleled Defence space expertise to the Space Aye team. During his 34-year military career, he commanded 2 RAF stations, pioneered the creation of the UK Space Operations Centre, informed cross-Government space policies, and was a trusted space advisor to senior decision-makers (including Ministers). He has operated and instructed on 3 strategic space systems (including the US Space-Based Infrared System) and has been a key influencer on international space security issues. He also led the information management and business continuity enterprise for NATO’s Allied Command Operations and has served on UK, NATO, EU and UN missions across Europe, the Middle East, North Africa and the South Atlantic. This rich mix of experience makes Dave well-placed to advise on both space operations and how Earth observation data can inform critical decision-making across multiple sectors. Dave was recently appointed Managing Director, Defence & Security at Goonhilly Earth Station Ltd. Goonhilly is a world-renowned satellite and space communications company with ground stations in the UK and USA.

Carlo Tortora Brayda

Founder & Executive Chairman at the Tortora Institute for AI & Cybersecurity

Carlo Tortora Brayda is a global AI & cybersecurity thought leader, technology futurist, and serial entrepreneur. He is the Founder and Executive Chairman of the Tortora Brayda Institute for AI & Cybersecurity, and a key architect of the Cyber Eagle Project—an AI-powered national security platform for critical infrastructure protection. With a legacy of leading disruptive ventures across defense, technology, and public-private partnerships, Carlo is recognized for shaping resilient digital ecosystems. He actively advises governments and multinational corporations on AI ethics, cyber policy, and national security innovation

Maggie Titmuss

Cyber Security Director, Advisor & Consultant

Maggie is an extremely experienced, respected Chair, leader and Board Advisor. She is the current Chair of the National Cyber Resilience Advisory Board for the Scottish Government, holds a number of Non-Executive and Advisory Board positions.

She carries a unique blend of senior private sector career leadership blended with highest level of international law enforcement leadership and management within national law enforcement. She spent over 5 years in the Finance Sector latterly as the Director of Intelligence & Incident response at Lloyds Banking Group. Maggie brings investment, security and GTM advice to Space Aye.

Caroline Barnett

Strategic advisor & consultant: Defence, Law Enforcement and Intelligence

Caroline is a leader in data, technology and strategy for public benefit. With extensive public sector experience across Home Office, MOD and FCDO, Caroline is well-versed in building compliant, ethical data and technology capabilities in highly regulated sectors using sensitive data to ensure continued public safety and security. Now working for a private data analytics and AI company, Caroline is providing consultancy advice and thought-leadership to help industry collaboratively solve some of the thorniest issues facing global societies.

Nawaz Haq

Climate & Shipping Expert

Nawaz is an experienced director, focusing on projects that have an impact on climate crisis initiatives. He has experience in areas such as shipping and transport.

Alderman Professor Emma Edhem

Former Lord Mayor's Aldermanic Envoy for Space Technology & Innovation

Emma is an Alderman of the City of London Corporation, the Lord Mayor’s Aldermanic Envoy for Space Technology and Innovation, Professor in Practice at Durham University in the Space Research Centre and Economics Departments, Master of the Bench at Gray’s Inn for Distinguished Barristers, Geopolitical Barrister practicing from No 5 Chambers advising international governments, sits on the Board of the City of London Police Authority Board and Finance Committee overseeing and scrutinising City Cash and Fund, Chairman of an international chamber of commerce, Ambassador for the World Humanitarian Forum, Co-Chair of Women Peace and Security Summit, President Elect of City Livery Club and sits on various working groups and NGO’s on thought leadership and charities. She strengthens economic ties internationally with the UK and delivers speeches both nationally and globally on various topics of current significance.

Joe Little

Former Technology Principal & CTO, Digital Technology Innovation – British Petroleum

Joe’s experience in leading BP’s Digital Innovation Organisation, helps him identify potentially highly disruptive technologies, solving business problems with real, innovative, digital solutions. Key-note speaker, author and former chair of the London Technology Fund.