After spending over 30 years in policing, Samantha has developed a deep appreciation for the role that trusted information and quality data play in effective decision-making. That belief continues to drive her passion for building better data services across policing.

Samantha is currently the Interim Director of Data at the Metropolitan Police Service, leading the data capabilities and services that support operational policing across London. She is passionate about using data to improve decision-making, strengthen accountability and build public trust.

As Deputy Director of Data, Samantha led the publication of the MPS Open Data Strategy, making the Metropolitan Police the first force in the UK to publish an open data strategy. She also played a key role in delivering an organisation-wide Data Capability Assessment Framework, helping to strengthen assurance and improve data maturity across the organisation.

Prior to joining the Data Directorate, Samantha held a number of senior leadership roles within Counter Terrorism Policing, including Head of Strategy, Planning and Performance at Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters and leadership positions within SO15 Counter Terrorism Command, working alongside senior policing leaders, government departments and partners on national security priorities.

Alongside her operational and strategic expertise, Samantha is known for her empathetic leadership style. She is passionate about creating environments where people feel supported, valued and empowered to succeed, and believes the best outcomes are achieved when individuals are trusted to grow and realise their potential.

She remains passionate about the role of data in enabling more transparent, effective and accountable public services.