Mark Weston
About Mark Weston
Mark Weston is a Senior Privacy Manager and Data Protection Officer with extensive knowledge of international privacy laws, including GDPR and CCPA. He has held various roles in compliance and data protection, including a previous position at TransUnion, and currently works at Sift, focusing on privacy governance in AI technologies.
Work at Sift
Mark Weston has been employed at Sift as a Senior Privacy Manager and Data Protection Officer since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing privacy compliance and data protection strategies, particularly in the context of AI-powered digital trust and safety solutions. His work involves leveraging digital tools to manage privacy responsibilities effectively in a remote work environment.
Previous Experience
Prior to his current position at Sift, Mark Weston worked at TransUnion as a Compliance Manager and Data Protection Officer from 2017 to 2021 in the United Kingdom. He also held roles at RSA, where he served as a Commercial Motor Underwriter and later as a Motor Claims Handler. Additionally, he worked at Keoghs as an Associate, Deputy Technical Director, and Quality and Compliance Manager from 2009 to 2014.
Education and Expertise
Mark Weston has a diverse educational background that includes studies at Bury Church of England High School and the University of Teesside. He has also studied at The Institute of Legal Executives and completed a program at ISEB focusing on Data Protection. Furthermore, he achieved the CIPP/E certification from IAPP, specializing in European Data Privacy, from 2017 to 2018.
Knowledge of International Privacy Laws
Mark possesses in-depth knowledge of various international privacy laws, including GDPR, CCPA, DPA, CPRA, LGPD, PIPEDA, APPI, and POPIA. His expertise extends to managing privacy governance, particularly in relation to artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
Focus on Privacy Governance
Mark Weston has a strong focus on privacy governance, particularly in the context of emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence and machine learning. His role involves ensuring that privacy compliance measures are effectively integrated into digital trust and safety solutions, aligning with international standards and best practices.