Speakers

Robyn Staveley is Director of Government Relations and Strategic Communications at ARX Robotics, a European defence technology company developing software-defined autonomous land systems.

She leads engagement with stakeholders across the UK, NATO and Europe, helping shape the adoption of next-generation autonomous capabilities and supporting the integration of emerging technologies into defence.

Prior to joining ARX, Robyn was Special Adviser to the UK Secretary of State for Defence, having previously advised ministers across the Home Office, Cabinet Office, Department for Education, BEIS and DESNZ. Her experience spans national security, defence procurement, industrial strategy, energy security and crisis management.