Jamal Ahmed, widely recognised as the “King of Data Protection,” has been ranked #1 in the UK and #2 Worldwide for Privacy and IP Law by Favicon and has also been named among the Top 100 Most Influential People in the UK.
Ahmed, a global authority on data privacy, has been instrumental in shaping data protection policies and practices across various sectors in the EU, GCC and beyond.
The Top 100 Most Influential UK list highlights individuals who have made significant contributions to their respective fields. Ahmed’s pioneering work in data privacy has set new standards globally.
Upon receiving the accolade, Ahmed expressed his gratitude, stating, “Being recognised among such esteemed individuals is a profound honour. This acknowledgment underscores the importance of data protection in today’s digital age.”
He further highlighted the impact of such recognition, saying:
“Awards and accolades like this not only validate our work but also drive us to push boundaries, deliver better services, and inspire excellence across the industry. They encourage engagement and set new benchmarks for success.”
Ahmed is a pioneering professional entrepreneur, career mentor and globally recognised AI and privacy expert who has transformed the privacy industry through multiple innovative ventures.
As CEO of Kazient Privacy Experts and founder of the Privacy Pros Academy, he has protected the personal data of over one billion data subjects worldwide while revolutionising privacy education with his C5 formula.
The “King of Data Protection” made history as the first British Bangladeshi to be awarded the Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) designation by IAPP. His consultancy serves blue chip clients across six continents, and his academy maintains a 100% certification pass rate, having provided over £100,000 in scholarships to aspiring professionals from Africa and Asia.
Beyond his commercial success, Jamal’s influence extends through his #1 international bestselling book, The Easy Peasy Guide To The GDPR, the world’s top ranked Privacy Pros Podcast, and regular expert commentary throughout major international media outlets.
Despite personal tragedy – the loss of three of his children – Jamal has maintained an unwavering commitment to social impact, raising almost £150,000 for charitable causes worldwide. His unique combination of entrepreneurial innovation, thought leadership, and social responsibility has established new benchmarks for excellence in the privacy sector while opening pathways for underrepresented groups in the industry.
Ahmed has also been honoured as a Freeman of the City of London by the Guild of Freeman – a prestigious honour recognising his contributions to the industry and society.
Ahmed is on a mission to create a world where privacy rights protect and empower, everyone, everywhere.