FACT is packed with high calibre technically gifted individuals who have a track record of delivering continued and consistent success
The key leaders have an array of skills, experience, and knowledge. Between them they provide an international network of partners, associates and contacts; unrivalled relationships with public and private sector organisations across the globe.

Kieron Sharp
Chief Executive OfficerKieron has been in charge at FACT since 2006, overseeing the content protection and anti-piracy response to huge technological changes in the audio-visual landscape. Kieron is a former senior City of London Police detective and head of the economic crime team at Interpol.

Eddy Leviten
Chief Operating OfficerWith over thirty years’ experience in the creative industries, retail, enforcement and policy, Eddy works alongside Kieron to develop and manage all aspects of FACT’s business.

Heidi Harris
Business ManagerHeidi is FACT’s Business Manager and HR expert. She has been at FACT for 18 years and is involved in all areas of the business, knitting together the different elements to provide the functioning support all successful companies need.

Brenda MongerCIMA
Finance ManagerBrenda is a CIMA part qualified accountant with over 30 years’ experience and has held the position of Finance Manager at FACT for 18 years. She is responsible for all the finance and accounting functions, pro-actively supporting business operations.

Princy Madanayake
Investigations ManagerA former Metropolitan Police Detective Inspector, Princy has vast experience in a wide range of criminal investigations, intelligence management, specialist crime and covert operations. Princy brings that experience to bear in managing FACT’s operations and intelligence-led investigations.

Lucy Crotty
Due Diligence ManagerLucy is leading our due diligence services programme, incorporating many aspects of FACT’s intelligence-led approach to problem solving. Lucy has a wealth of experience as a highly qualified senior intelligence analyst.

Alex Ohanian
Business Development ManagerA versatile business development professional possessing wide-ranging industry experience across publishing, media and entertainment. Alex heads up business development for FACT’s range of services.

Emily Brett
PR and Communications OfficerEmily looks after PR and Communications; overseeing media engagement and social media to broadcast our news, promote our work and drive consumer awareness. Emily has previously worked for BBC radio as a producer and reporter.

Mike Barley
ChairmanFormer Metropolitan Police senior officer, Mike has held a senior position in security with Sky since 2001 and is still retained by them as a consultant. Mike’s experience and knowledge are invaluable in leading the board.

Ian MillerMBE
Non-Executive DirectorSenior manager, chartered accountant, management consultant, and police advisor; Ian brings many years of experience and knowledge to the Board.

Tarique GhaffurCBE, QPM
ConsultantFormer Metropolitan Police Assistant Commissioner and current police advisor, businessman and international consultant, Tarique is the most recognised and sought-after community and business leader in the UK, particularly by minority ethnic communities.