Simon is a circular economy specialist who leads a team of analysts and consultants at CCS Insight, providing research and strategic advice to the mobile and wireless industry. Simon has 20 years’ experience spanning strategy, product marketing, research methodology and competitive analysis.

John leads Samsung’s UK secondary market and device circularity programme as Head of Galaxy Value Innovation, where he has established the commercial framework for the business, including forward bidding, an Authorised Refurb Partner programme and partnerships focused on residual value and device quality. John has 20 years’ experience in the UK telecoms sector, having held roles at EE, Carphone Warehouse, Virgin Media O2 and Kingfisher.

Dennis is Founder and CEO of Global Circular Tech. He is a former journalist and senior editor at DW News and Current Affairs and is now an expert in trade-in programmes, refurbishment initiatives, repair networks and recycling systems. Dennis's work focuses on circular economy business models, international trade and strategies that extend the lifespan and value of connected devices. He is also the author of Circularity Unleashed, which explores the gap between circular ambition and economic reality.

 Fergal is CEO of robotic device processing provider Cyculus. He is a mobile industry veteran and specialist in next-generation device lifecycle programmes. His expertise spans automated device testing and grading, trade-in solutions, enterprise buy-back and device enhancement. A former Managing Director of PCS Wireless and Data Select, he is a recipient of the Circular Markets Circularity Hero Award for his leadership in circular technology in Europe.

Imran is Head of Telecoms at NIQ, helping leading telecoms operators unlock growth through customer and market intelligence. He works with operators to use data and insights to improve customer experience, strengthen commercial performance and drive revenue growth. Previously, Imran held senior leadership roles at Three and VodafoneThree, where he led initiatives that increased market share, boosted customer acquisition, reduced churn and built strategic partnerships. His combination of operator experience and commercial insight gives him a unique perspective on the opportunities shaping the future of the telecoms market.

Horace is Director of Device Operations at VodafoneThree, where he leads the strategy and operations behind the company's device portfolio, supply chain and lifecycle management. He plays a key role in ensuring customers have access to the latest devices while driving operational efficiency, sustainability and circularity across the business. With extensive experience in the UK mobile industry, Horace has overseen major device programmes spanning procurement, logistics, customer fulfilment and refurbishment. He is passionate about embedding circular economy principles into mobile device operations, helping to maximise device value, reduce waste and create more sustainable commercial models.

Paul leads Virgin Media O2's reverse logistics operation, with responsibility for the operator's aftermarket service solutions, device repair, refurbishment, reuse and end-of-life programmes. He has held roles at Virgin Media, Liberty Global and Virgin Media O2, leading initiatives spanning trade-in, repair, recycling, resale and asset lifecycle management. His expertise covers the challenges of extending device lifecycles while ensuring compliance, efficiency and strong customer outcomes.

Quinton is Head of Solutions and Sustainability at SquareTrade Europe, where he leads the development of the company’s sustainability strategy, circular-economy initiatives, and AI development . His work focuses on product and service innovation based on circularity, sustainability, and AI enhancement to increase the value to customers while extending the life of electronic devices. A former astronomer, Quinton previously spent a decade as a strategy consultant advising leading banks, insurers and stock exchanges on strategy, regulation and organisational change.

Sam is Envirofone's Chief Technical Officer, tasked with modernising its platforms, operations and customer experience to scale the business sustainably. He has more than 18 years’ experience in technology, e-commerce and mobile device recycling. Having previously built and grown Technology Recycle Group Ltd through to its acquisition by Rebuy Recommerce, he brings extensive expertise in automation, trade-in technology and large-scale device operations.

Lorraine is CEO of SPB UK, part of SPB Group, a European leader in device insurance, protection and lifecycle services across seven major markets. She leads teams that design, distribute and manage affinity insurance and repair programmes for major brands, including Cirkl Partners' repair and recycling network and consumer brand insurance2go, pricing residual value, extending device lifecycles and making circularity commercially sustainable.

Francisco is Vice President of Data & Analytics, Devices at IDC, where he leads market intelligence and strategic analysis across the European device industry. He is a recognised authority on the circular economy, refurbished devices and artificial intelligence. Francisco advises leading technology companies on market trends, consumer demand and the evolving role of circularity in the global device ecosystem. He also tracks the adoption of AI-enabled devices and their impact on business strategy and commercial performance. A regular commentator on technology and market developments, Francisco has been featured by the Financial Times, The Economist, Wall Street Journal, New York Times, CNBC, Bloomberg, Reuters, the BBC and many other leading international media outlets. He is also a TEDx speaker.

Dave leads the European Recommerce function at Ingram Micro Lifecycle, where he is responsible for trade-in and remarketing programmes. With over 24 years of experience in the mobile and technology sector, he has a deep understanding of the device lifecycle across operators, distributors and the trade-in ecosystem. His experience spans organisations such as Vodafone, Brightstar/Likewize and early involvement with Alchemy.

John is Head of Global Buyback at Bamboo Connect where he develops  international device buyback programmes and expands  the company's global trade and recovery partnerships. With more than 20 years' experience in the mobile device industry, John has built a strong track record in international sales, business development and secondary market operations. His expertise spans global sourcing, buyback strategy, international market dynamics and the commercial opportunities created by the circular economy. Before joining Bamboo Connect, he co-founded Mazuma Mobile, helping to establish it as one of the UK's leading mobile phone trade-in businesses.

Josh is Co-founderand CEO of Apkudo, where he sets the company’s strategic direction and oversees the integration of robotics, AI and software to optimise device lifecycles from launch through to end-of-life. He is a recipient of the **Ernst & Young Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 Mid-Atlantic Award in recognition of his success in building Apkudo into a high-growth, market-leading business. There are no spelling mistakes. The only changes are style and grammar. If you're using British English throughout the speaker biographies (as with "optimise"), this version is consistent.

Gary is a distinguished commercial leader with a proven track record across the UK, Europe, and the US. His extensive experience includes playing a key role in launching TalkTalk Broadband, mobile joint ventures with Best Buy and Verizon in the US and delivering record profits as Finance Director at Carphone Warehouse. Most recently, he has been pivotal in driving Currys’ award-winning virtual mobile network, iD, to achieve record growth. Helping iD deliver a 270% increase in the subscriber base since his arrival in 2022, reaching over 2.5 million subscribers.   Gary has competed in international triathlons for the past 20 years and has represented Team GB as an age-grouper five times in European and World Championships.

 Lydia is Operations Director at The Big Phone Store, overseeing its refurbished device operations. She works across device lifecycle management and the circular economy, supporting operators, retailers and technology partners in developing strategies that extend device lifecycles and unlock new value streams.

Chris is founder and CEO of Renew Kings, a fast-growing mobile device repair, refurbishment and resale business founded in the UK, with operations now in Germany (EU) and the USA . With a hands-on approach and deep industry knowledge, Chris has built Renew Kings into a trusted service provider of high-quality repair and refurbishment services for smartphones. He is committed to promoting circular practices and affordability in consumer tech. Chris brings a real-world perspective on scaling recommerce operations and meeting customer expectations in a competitive market.

Rohit is responsible for Foxway's growth and partnerships mobile device circularity. His senior leadership experience from global companies including Amazon, DHL, and Bunzl spans across technology, e-commerce, and logistics sectors, giving him a broad perspective on the commercial and operational challenges of scaling businesses across borders. At Foxway, Rohit combines this international experience with a deep understanding of the circular economy. He works with mobile operators, retailers, enterprises, and channel partners to accelerate the transition toward a circular ecosystem while creating long-term customer value.

David is a commentator across the circular economy and device lifecycle sector. He is the founder of Circular Connect, a newsletter and media platform that delivers industry news, insights and networking opportunities for the global circular economy community.

Colin is UK Managing Director at Reebelo. He has more than a decade of experience in the circular economy, including roles at Back Market, Mobile Genius and his own ventures, bringing hands-on expertise in refurbished technology.

I found no spelling errors. Just a couple of minor style improvements: > Ben is Chief Analyst at CCS Insight. He has over 25 years’ experience in the mobile sector. He has held positions at Gartner, Mobile Streams, Lucent Technologies and Vodafone, where he was involved in the launch of SMS and cellular data. In 2021, he was ranked as one of the top five tech analysts in the US and Europe by Apollo Research. Ben is the founder and co-curator of the Mobile Phone Museum, a non-profit initiative to safeguard a vast collection of mobile phones.