How to Stay Human: Business transformation in the Age of AI and GDPR

SPEAKER

Ben Westwood, AIGP, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, FIP, CISSP

AGENDA

6.00pm - Coffee and networking

6.30pm - Main presentation

7.15pm - Q&A

7:45pm - Light refreshments for those who are able to attend in person

8.30pm - Close

SYNOPSIS

In this era where artificial intelligence and stringent regulations like GDPR dominate the landscape, it is crucial to retain our unique voice and humanist approach. Ben will share his remarkable journey of overcoming significant regulatory, people, budget, and business challenges to drive a culture of compliance.

Discover how his team navigated a fragmented compliance program, repaired damaged business relationships, and managed a complex operating environment with billions of data records and billions of enquiries. Learn about their strategies for investing in internal talent, repairing business relationships, and tackling complex real-world problems like how to really train your staff.

This presentation is not just about compliance; it's about driving change, fostering trust, and enabling positive collaboration. It's about being everywhere, all at once, while really understanding your stakeholders, and constantly winning the hearts and minds of your colleagues.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and practical strategies to stay human and compliant in today's digital world.

Key Learning Objectives:

• Understand the importance of retaining a humanist approach in the age of AI and complex regulations.
• Learn strategies for navigating fragmented compliance programs and repairing business relationships.
• Gain insights into managing complex operating environments with vast amounts of data.
• Discover effective methods for investing in internal talent and addressing training challenges.

SPEAKER BIOGRAPHY

Ben is a seasoned compliance and data protection leader with over 15 years of experience across diverse industries and regulatory landscapes. Since July 2023, he has served as Head of Compliance and Data Protection Officer at the Motor Insurers’ Bureau (MIB), where he leads corporate and data protection compliance, risk management, and governance initiatives.

Previously, Ben was Global Head of Compliance at S&P Global, and held data protection roles at eBay, Gumtree, and in financial services. His expertise has earned him accolades including the 2022 ICA Compliance Officer of the Year and 2023 ICA Business Partner of the Year.

Ben is an IAPP Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP), a CISSP, and holds advanced certifications in sanctions risk management, ESG and AI governance.

Learn more at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bn-wstwd/

TARGET AUDIENCE

Business Analysts, Change Specialists and IT Professionals navigating technological disruption

Managers and Leaders responsible for digital transformation and people leadership

Decision-makers seeking to improve business relationships, and

Anyone interested in the successful strategies for driving meaningful change

LEVEL

Intermediate

Experienced

Leader

Our events are for adults aged 16 years and over.

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