About the IAPP

Denis Ontiveros Merlo stands out as a leader in digital enablement, with a strong emphasis on enterprise information security and privacy. In his prominent roles at bp PLC and Sara Lee Corporation, he has demonstrated expertise in overseeing enterprise platforms and in his capacity as CISO, with a focus on privacy-centric security strategies. Denis has a rich background in information security engineering, risk management, and compliance, having initiated the IT Audit department at KPMG. His academic credentials from Lasalle – Universidad Ramon Llull, IMD, and Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, along with certifications in information security and privacy technologies, underpin his professional excellence. Known for his multilingual abilities, Denis excels in policy development, governance, and compliance, ensuring secure, efficient business solutions and agile digital transformation in large enterprises.