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About The Event

Join NACD Capital Area and BDO for a panel event focused on AI in the boardroom.  Through this engaging discussion, attendees will gain knowledge and tools to effectively oversee AI governance and mitigate associated risks.

Topics covered during this session include: 

  • AI Governance Principles: Embedding responsible AI in decision-making.
  •  Revamping Committee Structures: Allocating responsibility and expertise. 
  • Cultivating Expertise: Educational resources and building internal capabilities. 
  • AI Risk Assessments: Identifying vulnerabilities and establishing mitigation strategies. 
  • Third-Party AI: Understanding vendor risks and due diligence considerations. 
  • Auditing and Validating AI Models: Ensuring fairness, accuracy, and compliance. 
  • Incident Response: Preparing for and managing AI-related incidents. 
  • Data Privacy and Regulations: Navigating the evolving legal landscape. 
  • Liability Insurance: Protecting the board and organization. 
  • Call to Action: Concrete steps for directors to take and lead the way.

Speakers

Lisa Costa

Lisa Costa is a senior executive and experienced board director with expertise in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, global information technology (IT) infrastructure, and space sciences. With over 35 years of experience spanning both industry and government sectors, Costa has consistently delivered exceptional results in high-stakes environments, earning her reputation as an accomplished technologist, scientist, and strategist....

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Market Managing Principal, BDO

Laurie De Armond

Laurie is the Market Managing Principal for assurance services in BDO's Greater Washington, DC market which encompasses Maryland, District of Columbia and Northern Virginia with over 30 years experience in client service and operations....

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Director, Data AI & Delivery, BDO Digital

Kathleen Garenani

 

Kathleen is currently Director, Data AI & Delivery for BDO Digital. Her client service experience involves data governance, information technology program management, information security programs, and various process improvement initiatives for complex and highly visible customers within the federal, public and private sectors....

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Energy Industry Independent Board Director

Lori Traweek

Engaged in the energy industry for over 39 years, Lori Traweek is a respected industry leader and spokesperson with an extensive understanding of the energy business and experience in organizational management....

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NACD Capital Area Chapter
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NACD and the NACD Chapter Network organizations (NACD) are non-partisan, nonprofit organizations dedicated to providing directors with the opportunity to discuss timely governance oversight practices. The views of the speakers and audience are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of NACD.