About us

Rela8 Group serves the technology leaders community by providing executives with a platform to identify challenges, connect with key innovators and understand where their business is going next. Based on these three pillars, we create engaging and stimulating B2B programs as well as custom gatherings for senior leaders and solution providers.

Our Values

Trust. Honesty. Integrity. These underpin everything we do at Rela8 Group. From the internal structures and processes that keep everything running, to the way we treat you - our customers and future customers. Our goal is your goal. We want to deliver the best for you and won’t make promises we can't keep. Our commitment to transparency means there are no surprises, so you can be sure you're in safe hands.

Our Misson

Collaborate. Innovate. Accelerate. Rela8 Group brings business leaders together to connect minds and build communities that collaborate, innovate new ideas and accelerate knowledge. Because we work from a platform of trust, integrity and honesty, our events reflect the credible, authentic voice of the B2B community to deliver life-changing experiences and opportunities.

Corporate Social Responsibility

We are proud patrons of the NSPCC charity through our events, summits, roundtables, and Technology Leaders Club:

NSPCC - Each year we sponsor a White Hat Charity Ball, which in 2020 raised over £70,000. A charity such as the NSPCC that supports children; physically, mentally, and financially is one that is extremely important for Rela8 Group and one that we are looking forward to actively fundraising for going forward.

Team

Our most valuable asset is our team and our culture. Every member of the Rela8 family is dedicated to providing nothing short of exceptional customer service in an open, honest and transparent way.

Josh Sullivan
Global Sales Director
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Josh heads up our global Data & Analytics portfolio and has 6 years of industry expertise helping technology companies to generate demandand raise brand awareness. Father to a beautiful daughter and a handsome little dog, a die-hard Formula One fan and Manchester United supporter. Spends much of his spare time producing EDM music and exploring the world where he can!

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Paul Gibson
CEO & Founder
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Father to three beautiful daughters and Husband to one very patient wife! Paul is a huge motorsports fan and avid Manchester United supporter.

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Ella Fearon
Event Manager
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Ella studied events management at University of Cumbria, and since graduating has spent the last six years working in events, from large-scale conferences and gala dinners to triathlons and food festivals. An enthusiastic member of the team, Ella enjoys the variety that comes with working in the events industry; particularly problem-solving and finding positive solutions for clients as part of a team. A proud Northerner living in the South West, outside of Rela8 Group, Ella likes to spend her time socialising, travelling when possible and tending to her many houseplants!

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Gilberto Rodrigues
VP IT EMEIA, Berry Global
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Jennifer Huynh
Director of Summit Delegate Acquisition
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Jennifer helps innovative thought leaders get the most out of the Technology Leaders Club. With over 6 years experience in Account Management, she understands what great events and collaboration looks like. She hopes to use her experiences and network to help leaders in tackling their current business challenges while meeting great people along the way. Outside of Rela8 Group, you can find her at local tech meet-ups, e-sports or community events. Jennifer believes that challenges make life interesting, but overcoming those challenges makes life meaningful.

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Arnoldo Gonzalez
Senior Business Development Manager
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Lover of good food, real music, travel, and life in general. Rela8's first and longest-serving full-time member, with responsibility for new business and accounts. Has spent most of his career in sales, focused on the media and events industry, mixed with some time in the kitchen and many nights behind the decks. A proud advocate of Rela8 Group and not one to shy away from a debate.

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Deanna Nicholas
Director of Custom Delegate Acquisition
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With 7 years' experience in the events industry and 5 years working within a delegate relations team, I have joined Rela8 Group to be part of the great culture and growing community. Outside of work I love to travel, spend time with family and friends, going for drinks and eating out.

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Francesca Tavernor
Event Manager
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Francesca is one of our Event Managers and has spent the last 4 years in the Event Industry after returning from Melbourne, Australia. Francesca's experience ranges from large business awards to small bespoke events, both physical and digital. She enjoys the pressure of working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment, ensuring she always delivers on client expectations. On the weekends, Francesca enjoys dog walks with Freddie the Sprocker and cosy nights in with a good book, glass of wine and her two cats Luna and Millie.

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Jessica Gibson
Director of Operations and Finance
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Jessica heads up the financial operation of Rela8 Group and is also the co-director. Outside of the office she is a keen lover of traveling and art as well as being mum to 3 girls and one dog!.

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Douglas Silverstone
Director of Technology, Southern Housing
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Danielle Farion
Deputy Director of Summit Delegate Acquisition
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Dani joined Rela8 Group back in August 2018 and has since then taken on the roles of managing a small delegate team before taking some time off to have her son Louie. Dani is now back in the swing of things as a Senior Delegate Relationship executive and thinks it is amazing to see how the company has grown in her short time away on maternity leave and looks forward to what her future holds at Rela8. In her spare time (when she gets any!) Dani enjoys keeping fit at her local Crossfit gym, spending time with her family and going for bottomless brunches with her friends.

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Siegfried Moyo
Head of Cyber Security EU APAC LATAM, Americold
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Katherine Jamieson
Client Success Executive
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I joined Rela8 Group in March 2019 as a Delegate Acquisition Executive. Throughout my time at Rela8 Group I have been able to grow both personally and professionally with a promotion to Senior Delegate Acquisition Executive within a year of being at the business. I have been in the fortunate position to watch the business change, adapt and flourish over the past year and I am excited for what the future holds. I enjoy traveling to new destinations and helping people I wouldn't normally have the opportunity to meet. When I'm not at work I enjoy training at the gym, eating out, and taking pictures of my cat Pinkie!

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Corinne Harvey
Group Director of Events & Customer Engagement
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Corinne has worked in the events industry for 22 years, leading on global projects and working with many different industries including Banking, Technology, Lifestyle and Pharmaceutical. She enjoys leading a team, ensuring high performance on projects and building strong working relationships with clients. In her spare time Corinne loves spending time with her dog and going to the beach, photography and cooking for friends.

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Holly Slinger
Event Executive
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Holly studied Business and Events Management at the University of The West of England. Following on from this Holly spent time working in the education sector developing strategies to improve engagement and participation. Later Holly started a role within the events industry working on high level conferences and seminars. Holly is a people person and loves to do things for others with strong organisational and problem solving skills, she has a natural knack for streamlining and creating better efficiency. In her free time holly likes to spend her time with family, going on city breaks, experiencing new things and hiking with her two French bulldogs.

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Chris Lauder
Client Success Manager
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Prior to joining the team at Rela8, I worked for one of the largest IT Security software resellers in the country where one of my secondary role was to help organise and fill their cyber security events. Rela8 Group has offered me the chance to develop my skills and abilities alongside the rapid growth of the company itself. When I'm not spending my time on LinkedIn, I can usually be found somewhere with a camera practicing my photography or with a telescope learning about astronomy

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Ugne Daudaite
Senior Delegate Relationship Executive
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Ugne is infectiously enthusiastic and upbeat, and is passionate about the world of B2B events. Having worked in the environment, Ugne has a precise understanding of the industry, built upon the outstanding relationships, along with her consultative approach to grasp the problem and solve it effectively. She is not afraid to roll her sleeves up and put in some elbow grease, and is great at forming trusting professional relationships. Being a city dweller, Ugne enjoys a countryside escape to the quintessentially English villages of the Cotswolds. She is a big advocate of fitness and wellness, and a green smoothie connoisseur.

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Patrick McQuillan
Founder, Jericho Data Consulting
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Alina Pripon
Event Manager
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Alina studied Leadership and Management at University of Worcester and since graduating has worked in both online and face to face events, which have always been her passion. Alina enjoys the creativity and innovation the events industry offers, whilst also putting her strong organisational skills to good use. You can always count on her to have a list or spreadsheet at hand as she's an avid Excel fan. Alina spends a lot of her free time outdoors, near the sea whether it's walking, running or paddleboarding, she likes to keep active and loves an adventure.

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Iain Hunneybell
Global Head of Information Security, YOOX Net-a-Porter Group
Josh Porter
Content Manager
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Bristol based, Josh is our designated wordsmith. After getting his degree in English from the University of Birmingham, Josh spent the following 5 years writing and creating content, as well as a year spent in China teaching English. Josh is more than happy to put his copywriting skill to work, helping to make difficult topics easily understandable. When not working, Josh likes to hunt for the best food in Bristol and plan for his next globetrotting adventure.

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Chris Carless
Global Partnerships Manager
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At the heart of my endeavours lies a great passion for assisting technology vendors in achieving their lead generation and pipeline objectives. With an unwavering passion for rugby and rowing, I thrive on the excitement of competitive sports. Away from sport, I discover serenity in leisurely walks along tranquil beaches, accompanied by my loyal canine companion. I've found a sense of belonging within the Rela8 Group. The team's culture resonates deeply with me, fostering a strong sense of camaraderie and shared values. It's more than just a workplace; it's a community where I'm inspired to collaborate and contribute.

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Katie Chesworth
Senior Delegate Relationship Executive
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Katie joined Rela8 Group having worked in an environment where building strong professional relationships with others is key and she is always up for a challenge. She genuinely loves having conversations with different people and really thrives in helping others. She made the move to the big city 6 years ago, originally coming from a small town in Cornwall. When she's not at work Katie loves baking, being part of a local netball team, going for drinks with friends and going on nice holidays!

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Pavindeep Singh Due
Senior Delegate Relationship Executive
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I started my career in Recruitment but over the past year I have entered the exciting world of Executive Events and I am loving every second of it. My passion is building and maintaining relationships and whether that is professionally or personally, and I am now in the perfect environment to flourish. Outside of work, my interests are based mainly around sports, and I love all things football, whether that is watching the beautiful game or Managing/Playing for my football club.

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Lauren Tweed
Design and Multimedia Executive
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A Yorkshire girl through and through, Lauren is our Graphic Designer with a unique eye for detail. Having achieved a first class degree from Sheffield Hallam University, Lauren has developed a wide array of creative disciplines, extending to skills such as video editing and videography. Alongside working for Rela8 Group, she is undertaking an MA in Graphic Design at Falmouth University. Outside her professional life, Lauren loves visiting quaint market towns, watching animated movies and hanging out with her pet dog.

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John Doherty
Global Senior Partnerships Manager
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Our company core values of Trust, Honest and Integrity were integral to me applying to join the Rela8 Group. Bringing a customer-focused approach I choose to work only with products and services that consistently yield meaningful outcomes—ones I'd personally invest in and adopt as a recurring customer. Prior to starting with Rela8 in February 2023, I had over twelve years of experience in global advertising, media, and events, supporting my B2B clients worldwide across technology, travel, professional sports venues, and transport interiors. Separately I've worked for six years in B2C sales and marketing across UK&I, Europe, Far East and SE Asia, onsite and offsite for hotels and resorts in Europe and SE Asia. Outside of work I have a passion for extensive travel and great food experiences.

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Barry Bastiaansen
CISO, C.Steinweg Group
Mridula Kumar
Senior Delegate Relationship Executive
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As an experienced Event Sales Manager with a Masters in International Business, Mridula brings a wealth of events industry knowledge, a strong business sense and ethics to the Rela8 family. Not only skilled in negotiation, B2B selling, digital marketing and market research, Mridula is dedicated to delivering quality in customer relationship management. She loves to surround herself with positive people and positive energy, whilst spreading kindness and laughter to everyone she connects with. When not working, Mridula loves to cook, spend time with family and travel (a lot)!

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Maria Akahoho
Marketing Executive
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Maria studied Media & Communication Studies at Edge Hill University in Lancashire and has a passion for delivering excellence in customer experience and growing brand loyalty by utilising the marketing skills she has developed since graduating. Over the years, Maria has worked across a range of industries including travel, horticulture, telecoms and wellbeing, focusing on raising brand awareness and customer engagement. She particularly loves delving into data and using this to enhance customer journeys at all digital touchpoints. In her free time, Maria enjoys exploring new places with her partner, learning about different cultures, communities and traditions, whilst picking up a few interesting recipe ideas along the way to try out on her family and friends.

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Victoria van Roosmalen
CISO & DPO, Coosto
Matt Gutteridge
Senior Delegate Relationship Executive
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With a strong commitment to delivering great customer services and maintaining strong relationships with clients, Matthew brings his passion for building rapport and developing long lasting relationships to the Rela8 Group team. Matthew puts a lot of buzz and high energy into everything he does, and describes himself as being '24/7 on the go'. In his free time, when he is ready to wind down, Matthew loves spending time with his two young girls and fishing.

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Jörgen Mellberg
CISO, Head of IT & DPO, Inwido
Ravinder Sankar
Head of Cyber, KPMG
Amanda Alves
Delegate Relationship Executive
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A Biomedical Science graduate and former Apple employee currently supporting technology companies to generate brand awareness. Amanda is dedicated to exceeding expectations and developing long-term relationships with companies around the globe. Born in Brazil and a football fan, wonder why, Amanda spends much of her spare time cooking, going out with the family, trying new coffee places, travelling, and bragging about her smart and adorable nephew.

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James McKinlay
CISO, Affinitas Global
Luciana Osiceanu
Delegate Relationship Executive
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Luciana is very passionate and building relationships with customers both B2B and B2C. Before joining, the Rela8 Group, Luciana worked towards improving others' knowledge and gaining new skills to change their careers. She loves to travel, learn about new cultures, reading and improving her knowledge.

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David King
CISO, Omnicom Media Group
Stuart Ball
Senior Delegate Relationship Executive
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Having worked in the events industry for ten years, Stuart came to Rela8 Group to be a part of a culture that embodies talent, teamwork and success. Thinking outside the box, determination and with his glass half full, he is driven to make a positive and meaningful impact on everything he does. In his spare time Stuart loves nothing more than spending it with his three young daughters (which naturally means he has a passion for all Disney films), boxing, Mod revival and enjoying the roller-coaster ride Leicester City.

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Milos Pesic
VP of InfoSec, Verto
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Richard Malach
Chief Architect (Cyber & IAM), IAG
Tim Grieveson
CSO, AVEVA
Suela Vahdat
Founder, Startup GTM
Joel Norris
Cyber Security Manager, LafargeHolcim
Piyush Chowhan
CIO, Panda Retail Company
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Richard Barretto
CISO, Progress Software
Daniel Pugh
Director of Information Security, The Aaron's Company
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Stuart Leach
Partner, Technology & Cyber Risk Assurance, RSM UK LLP
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Stuart is responsible for leading the national cyber practice across RSM UK. He has extensive experience of designing, operating and assessing cyber security strategies, programmes, control environments, security operation centres, and threat intelligence capabilities for major organisations as a result of his time in practice and extensive industry experience in security leadership roles including as a hands-on CISO in FCA regulated firms. With over 25 years of experience working in technology and cyber security disciplines, Stuart is a cyber security specialist providing assurance and advisory support on matters across the diverse range of cyber security domains to a wide range of organisations from small/medium enterprise to large and complex global group structures.

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