AI Governance – Building Trust, Accountability & Responsible AI

We’re excited to invite you to our next PMNA networking event ! Join us for an evening of learning, networking, and real-world insights into the rapidly evolving landscape of AI Governance.

IN PERSON & LOCATION IS COMING SOON !

Artificial Intelligence is rapidly transforming organizations across industries. Yet, with opportunity comes responsibility: How do we ensure AI is developed, deployed, and managed responsibly? What does good governance look like in practice?
Join us for an engaging panel discussion featuring two thought leaders in AI Governance:

### Featured Panelists

David Asermely
Vice President, Global Business Development & Growth Strategy, ValidMind
David is a seasoned leader in AI model risk management and governance. At ValidMind, he drives adoption of AI validation and governance solutions globally. Previously, he was the Global Lead for Model Risk Management and AI Governance at SAS, advising more than 100 banks worldwide, including 10 Global Systemically Important Banks. He is passionate about building trustworthy AI through robust governance frameworks, regulatory compliance, and human-centered design.

Dr. Funda Gunes
Founder & CEO, Walu AI
Dr. Gunes brings 20 years of expertise in AI development and governance. Her career spans work as a Principal Data Scientist at SAS, academic leadership at Duke University, and Head of Responsible AI at MetLife, where she evaluated 300+ AI use cases and trained 20,000+ professionals. With her PhD in Statistics and global recognition in AI governance, she helps organizations design and implement responsible AI solutions that deliver value while safeguarding trust.

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### Agenda

5:30 – 6 PM | Networking & Welcome

• Connect with fellow technology professionals.
• Drinks and food provided.

6pm – 6:45 PM | Panel Discussion: The Future of AI Governance
Moderated conversation covering:

• Defining Responsible AI: Why it matters today
• Why AI Governance is hard: Key challenges and barriers organizations face
• Lessons from 300+ enterprise AI use cases – success vs. failure
• Accountability in AI: Who is responsible when systems go wrong?
• Tools, methods, and techniques for safe and secure AI today
• Balancing automation of governance with the human-in-the-loop

6:45 – 7:00 PM | Audience Q&A

• Open floor for questions from the PMNA community.

7:00 – 7:30 PM | Networking

• Networking
• Announcements of upcoming PMNA sessions

IN PERSON & LOCATION IS COMING SOON !