Recent Episodes
April 08, 2025
Episode 4: Privacy vs. Marketing? It Doesn’t Have to Be a Fight, with Sachiko Scheuing
In this episode of Privacy in Practice, hosts Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan sit down with Dr. Sachiko Scheuing, European Privacy and AI Governance Officer at Acxiom. Sachiko reveals how smart businesses are turning privacy compliance into a growth strategy. From digital advertising and customer data use to PETs, data minimization, and AI governance, this conversation dives into how privacy and marketing can work hand-in-hand to build trust and deliver results.
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March 19, 2025
Episode 3: The Future of Mental Privacy with Kristen Mathews
In the latest episode of Privacy in Practice, we sit down with Kristen Mathews, Partner at Cooley’s Cyber Data Privacy Practice Group, to explore the emerging field of mental privacy and neurotech regulation. Whether you’re interested in the future of data protection or want to understand how businesses can responsibly navigate this evolving space, this conversation provides practical insights into the intersection of AI, neurotech, and privacy law.
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February 25, 2025
Episode 2: Integrating IT Know-How into Privacy Law with Peter Jaffe
In this episode of Privacy in Practice, we sit down with Peter Jaffe, VP & Sr. Associate General Counsel for Privacy, Technology, Facilities & Operations at National Geographic Society, to explore the critical intersection of privacy law and technology. Peter shares invaluable insights on building privacy programs that work, from finding internal allies and managing stakeholder relationships to navigating the technical aspects of privacy compliance.
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February 11, 2025
Episode 1: Beyond the Checkbox: Practical Privacy Strategies for Real-World Compliance
In this inaugural episode of Privacy in Practice, hosts Kellie du Preez and Danie Strachan dive into the practical realities of modern privacy compliance. This foundation-setting conversation explores the evolving landscape of data protection, from the challenges of managing processor relationships to the EU AI Act prohibitions that kicked in recently.
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February 6, 2025
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Meet Our Hosts
Kellie du Preez
Kellie du Preez is a privacy compliance leader and former litigation attorney who transitioned from defending banks in Boston to focusing on global privacy compliance. With experience as both an IP litigator and privacy professional, she brings a unique perspective on balancing practical business needs with regulatory requirements. As a Data Protection Officer and privacy consultant at VeraSafe, Kellie helps organizations navigate complex privacy challenges with a focus on creating workable, cost-effective solutions.
Danie Strachan
Danie Strachan is a privacy professional who began his career in South African legal practice, where he developed deep experience in data protection law during the implementation of South Africa’s Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA). As a senior privacy counsel at VeraSafe, he specializes in helping organizations understand and implement privacy requirements across multiple jurisdictions, including the EU. Danie brings valuable insight into the evolution of privacy regulations and practical approaches to compliance.
Contact us: podcast@verasafe.com
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