AI Mastery - Part 2: From Risk to Trust: Building Digital Trust in AI through Risk Management
Description
Join us for the second installment of the AI Mastery series, hosted by OpenRep.
"From Risk to Trust: Building Digital Trust through Risk Management Standards." This event features Keith Jansa, CEO of the Digital Governance Council, and Mary Carmichael, President of ISACA Vancouver, who bring their extensive expertise in digital governance and AI risk management.
Exploring Digital Trust:
Keith Jansa will open the session by discussing the importance of digital trust in today's tech-driven world. He will highlight how transparency, security, and ethical practices are key to building trust in digital interactions. Keith will also introduce the Digital Trust Conformity Assessment Program, which helps organizations verify their digital practices against top standards, creating a more trusted digital environment.
Risk Management Insights from a Leader:
Following Keith, Mary Carmichael will take the stage to enrich our understanding of risk management in AI. She will discuss the standards like ISO 42001 and the NIST Risk Management Framework, highlighting how they are essential tools for mitigating risks in AI projects. Mary's talk will focus on practical strategies for identifying, assessing, and managing risks, which are vital for maintaining integrity and trust in digital platforms.
Why You Should Attend:
Learn How Risk Management Plays a Role in AI Digital Trust
This event is perfect for professionals, AI enthusiasts, and organizations aiming to lead in tech and trust. You'll learn about:
1. Fundamentals of Digital Trust:
Understand the critical elements of digital trust and their impact on business and technology.
Discover key standards and mechanisms essential for building and evaluating digital trust in AI.
2. AI Risk Management:
Explore actionable risk management strategies that safeguard digital operations and boost the reliability of AI systems.
Don't miss this opportunity to enhance your expertise, understand the crucial interplay between AI and risk management, and network with industry leaders.
Agenda
4:30 PM: Doors Open
5:00 PM: Presentations on Digital Trust and AI Risk Management Standards
6:00 PM: Fireside Chat with Keith Jansa, CEO, Digital Governance Council, moderated by Mary Carmichael, President, ISACA Vancouver Chapter
6:30 PM: Open Networking Session – Appetizers and Drinks will be served.
8:00 PM: Doors Close
Key Takeaways from the session.
Be part of a discussion that will elevate your perspective on digital trust and risk management. Gain invaluable insights from leading experts, engage with peers, and explore how you can contribute to creating a trustworthy digital future. This event is a unique opportunity to network with top professionals and take your understanding of digital governance for AI to the next level.
Speakers:
Mary Carmichael is the Managing Director of Risk Advisory at Momentum Technology, with over 15 years of experience in technology risk management. Specializing in emerging technologies, she excels in IT governance and innovation-driven organizational change across sectors like higher education, utilities, government, and energy.
Currently, Mary serves on ISACA Global's CRISC Certification committee and the Emerging Trends working group, focusing on AI's impact in governance, risk, and compliance (GRC). She's a key contributor to ISACA's global discussions on Generative AI, sharing her insights through webinars and conferences. Mary played a vital role in developing a white paper on risk management approaches for Generative AI. Her credentials include CPA, MBA, CISA, CRISC, PROSCI, CFE, CSM, and PMP, and she is the President of the ISACA Vancouver Chapter.
Keith Jansa is the Chief Executive Officer of the Digital Governance Council (formerly known as the CIO Strategy Council). He works with senior leaders from across Canada to address digital governance opportunities and challenges to safeguard Canadians in an increasingly digital world. His unparalleled acumen in devising strategies for responsible data and digital governance has earned the Digital Governance Council the distinction as preeminent technology leadership council globally.
Keith is a provincially appointed member of the Ontario Health Data Council and Chair of its strategic working group on Data Governance and Data Stewardship. Keith is a specialist in the strategic application of standards. Keith was named one of the 10 most influential business leaders in 2023 by The Inc Magazine. Keith graduated with honors from the University of Ottawa with a degree in health sciences. He is married to Kayla and is the loving father of his three small children.
AI Mastery Series
The AI Mastery Series is an enlightening year-long event divided into six engaging evenings, each designed to illuminate a different critical aspect of artificial intelligence, from its history and fundamentals to the pressing issues of ethics, privacy, risk, compliance, and security. This series takes attendees on a comprehensive journey through the AI landscape, blending theoretical knowledge with practical insights into managing AI's societal impacts and technical challenges. It's crafted to cater to a wide audience, equipping participants with a robust understanding of AI's complexities and the skills to navigate its evolving ethical and security considerations. By the series' conclusion, attendees will not only grasp AI's foundational principles but also the responsibilities it entails in the modern world.
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The Digital Governance Council provides a comprehensive suite of resources aimed at promoting best practices, standards, and governance in the digital realm. These resources encompass assessment programs such as the Digital Trust Conformity Assessment Program and AI Ethics Impact Assessment Review, along with courses covering AI ethics governance and deployment. Additionally, the council offers workshops focusing on governance and deployment of AI, alongside other resources like Executive Insights, standards, and services for compliance management and cybersecurity expertise, all accessible through their Member Portal.
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