CREST Appoints New UK Regional Council Members to Strengthen National Cyber Security Strategy

London, UK – CREST, the global not-for-profit membership body representing the cyber security industry, is pleased to confirm the continuation of Rob Dartnall, CEO of Security Alliance Ltd, as Chair of the UK Regional Council.

Rob Dartnall brings over a decade of strategic and operational cyber threat intelligence experience. As CEO of Security Alliance, a global leader in intelligence-led cyber security services, he also plays a central role in CREST’s governance and strategy. Rob holds the CREST Certified Threat Intelligence Manager (CCTIM) certification, serves as a CREST TI Assessor, and is an active member of the CREST Threat Intelligence Focus Group.

The UK Regional Council serves a vital role in representing member interests, shaping regional cyber strategy, and contributing to CREST’s broader global agenda through representation on the International Council. The newly elected council represents a diverse and highly skilled cross-section of the UK’s cyber security community.

UK Regional Council Members (2025–2028):

• Chair: Rob Dartnall – Security Alliance Ltd
• Vice-Chair: Dave Allan – CYSIAM Ltd
• Boglarka Ronto – Resillion
• Anthony Long – LRQA (new to Council)
• William Wright – Closed Door Security (new to Council)
• Martin Walsham – AMR CyberSecurity
• Jed Kafetz – Claranet

Nick Benson, CEO of CREST, commented:
“We’re delighted to welcome the new UK Council Members and to continue working with Rob Dartnall in his role as Chair. Rob’s experience and leadership will be instrumental as we push forward with our regional strategy. The UK Council plays a key role in ensuring that the voice of our members is heard and that our work remains grounded in the real-world challenges and opportunities across the cyber security landscape.”

Rob Dartnall, Chair of the UK Regional Council, added:
“It’s a privilege to continue serving as Chair of the UK Council at such a pivotal time. The cyber threat landscape is rapidly evolving, and CREST’s role in fostering trusted collaboration, raising standards, and supporting our professional community is more important than ever. I look forward to working with the newly elected members to help shape a resilient and forward-thinking cyber security ecosystem across the UK.”

Why This Matters

As cyber threats continue to evolve in sophistication and scale, the role of regional councils like CREST UK has never been more critical. These bodies ensure that governance is responsive to regional needs, drive professional development, support policy engagement, and build strong, collaborative communities across the sector.

To learn more about CREST and the newly appointed UK Regional Council, visit: UK – CREST

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About CREST

CREST is an international, not-for-profit membership body representing the global cybersecurity industry.

Since 2006, CREST has led the cybersecurity community in raising professional and organisational standards across the sector. By accrediting cybersecurity service providers and certifying individual professionals through rigorous, industry-leading examinations, CREST provides confidence to buyers, governments, and regulators alike.

CREST has accredited nearly 500 member companies which operate globally. These have been independently assessed against demanding technical, process, and governance criteria. Our professional certifications validate deep technical expertise and practical skill.

We work closely with governments, regulators, academic institutions, training partners, professional bodies, and other stakeholders around the world to support the development of a capable, consistent, and trustworthy cybersecurity ecosystem.

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