James Halpin

Business continuity manager, Ashurst

James Halpin is an experienced Business Continuity Manager with a strong background in the health, wellness, and fitness industry, as well as the legal field. He is a skilled professional with expertise in Incident Management, Business Continuity, IT Strategy, Change Management, and Training. James is a graduate of Glasgow Caledonian University, showcasing his commitment to education and professional development.

With a career spanning various sectors, James has held key positions at renowned organizations. Currently, he serves as the Business Continuity Manager at Ashurst, where he leads global initiatives in Business Continuity and Physical Security, contributing to the Operations management team's success. Prior to this, he managed Ashurst's BC program globally as a Business Continuity Security Supervisor.

Before joining Ashurst, James made significant contributions as the UK Business Continuity Coordinator at Cigna Healthcare, where he maintained the ISO22301 Certification for Cigna UK operations.

His earlier career included a role as a Consultant at PlanB Consulting, a prestigious firm specializing in business continuity, disaster recovery, and crisis management consultancy. James played a pivotal role in helping organizations develop and maintain their resilience in the face of major disruptions.

James Halpin's career exemplifies his dedication to ensuring organizational continuity and preparedness, making him a valuable asset in the field of Business Continuity Management.

Amelia Freeman

Senior Solutions Consultant, Conducttr

Amelia is a Senior Solutions Consultant at Conducttr, responsible for helping clients create immersive crisis exercises and synthetic information environments. She has designed and facilitated crisis exercises across defence, security, and corporate sectors, ranging from cyber attacks to humanitarian scenarios. 

Rachael Elliott

Knowledge Strategist