Dr Blessing Mutiro

Dr Blessing Mutiro is a distinguished expert in Data Protection law, holding a PhD from Trinity College Dublin and an LLM from Birmingham University. He has also worked as a practicing lawyer.

Blessing stands out for his unique blend of regulatory policy acumen, legal practice, and hands-on experience tackling the practical challenges of implementing EU data legislation. As a senior consultant at Castlebridge, he has made significant contributions, including supporting the United Nations and the Ghanaian government in shaping AI regulatory frameworks. He has also served as Data Protection Officer for NGOs, public sector bodies, and utility companies, and has expertly guided organisations through compliance with GDPR, NIS2, the EU AI Act, and DORA. Through his research and training with both Castlebridge and the Adapt Centre, Blessing excels at demystifying complex regulations, translating legal jargon into clear, actionable guidance.

A sought-after speaker, Blessing regularly shares insights on data protection, artificial intelligence, profiling, and the evolving landscape of EU data legislation. His published work has influenced policy development and established him as a trusted voice in interpreting and clarifying intricate regulatory requirements.

Beyond Europe, Blessing is passionate about advancing data protection and AI readiness in his native Zimbabwe. Through the Zimbabwean Association of Privacy Practitioners, he actively mentors and advises stakeholders, helping to lay the groundwork for robust data protection and AI regulation in the region.