Global Data Protection Strategists and AI Ethicist
London
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Summary
Recognized as one of the “100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics for 2024,” I’m dedicated to promoting ethical AI and data protection globally. My expertise in AI ethics, data privacy, and emerging technologies informs my leadership in global projects, focusing on AI ethics, governance, and public advocacy. A key part of my role involves a humanitarian focus and raising awareness about the ethical use of AI.
My tenure at the Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda (PrivCom) was pivotal in developing my skills in regulatory navigation, team leadership, and inclusive privacy strategy. I emphasized research, training, and advocacy, particularly in enhancing diversity and opportunities for women and girls in AI.
Today, I apply these experiences to advocate for AI that serves humanitarian goals and broadens global understanding. I am committed to creating an inclusive, ethically aware AI landscape, ensuring it remains beneficial and accessible to all. This journey of ongoing learning and contribution is both a privilege and a responsibility.
Work History
CKC Cares
Global AI & DP Advocate, Content Creator & Trainer
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
Collaborates with cross-functional teams to produce engaging multimedia content and designs leadership development, coaching & team development concepts, resulting in increased levels of data protection and AI awareness and responsibility.
Builds strong global partnerships with Mission Impact Academy (Mia), Women in AI Africa (WAIA), The TLC Group of Companies, and Africa Digital Rights Hub, to collaborate on shared goals (SDGs) and objectives for diversity & inclusion in awareness, choice and opportunities in the age of AI and addressing infant and maternal mortality.
Adcocates publicly and provides governance and technical consulting on ethics, emerging technologies, and holistic data protection, and strategic guidance for entities to mitigate the ‘digital polycrisis’ potential impact, to manage the humanisation of digital landscapes, and socioeconomic & cultural dynamics through innovative techniques for agility and resilience.
SME expert in AI, ethics and holistic data protection for an established London-based publisher by conducting extensive research and developing college/university/professional literary projects to enrich the authenticity and depth of written works, provide a more immersive experience for readers via high-quality content and design impactful awareness programs under deadline pressures with captivating, inclusive, culturally-diverse human-centric approaches.
BPP University
Associate Lecturer (part-time)
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
Managed large class sizes effectively, enhancing student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methodologies and techniques.
Increased student interest by incorporating real-world examples into lessons and connecting material to relevant experiences.
Mentored and advised students to explore career pathways based and amplify knowledge, skills and strengths.
The Knowledge Academy
Professional Trainer (occasional)
03.2024 - Current
Job overview
Provided in-person & virtual training and online presentations, enhancing client learning experiences by incorporating real-world examples and interactive activities to support training objectives.
Maintained up-to-date industry knowledge, ensuring the relevance of delivered trainings in an ever-evolving professional landscape.
Fostered a supportive learning environment that delivered engaging presentations and workshops, leading to higher participant engagement and knowledge retention, open discussions, active participation, and ongoing growth among trainees.
Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Bermuda (PrivCom)
Assistant Commissioner/Head of Innovation, AI & ET & Strategic Engagement
03.2023 - 02.2024
Job overview
Established innovation unit as pivotal member of the senior leadership team, with focus on regulatory compliance and championing efforts to incorporate AI technology into daily operations, increasing overall productivity levels across the department & organisation.
Cultivated effective partnerships with local and global stakeholders, participating on panels, events, and training with emphasis on sustainable innovation, ethics, and inclusive practices
Successfully designed innovative privacy courses delivered at max capacity; evaluated the effectiveness, making recommendations for service enhancements based on data-driven insights.
Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Bermuda (PrivCom)
Assistant Commissioner/Head of Policy & Engagement
02.2022 - 03.2023
Job overview
Established and led the Policy & Engagement Unit, managing public community interactions, strategic communications, and policy development.
Tailored consultating for organisations, and coached on the development of robust privacy programs and methodologies; created innovative public awareness campaigns like “Privacy Hour”, “Seniors Privacy Tea Party”, and “Privacy Holism”.
Represented PrivCom and Bermuda in international forums, highlighting a strong focus on enhancing public engagement and education in holistic data privacy.
The TLC Group of Companies
Co-Founder & Co-CEO
11.2018 - 01.2022
Job overview
Oversaw strategic privacy program development, maintaining compliance across various operational, administrative, and behavioural aspects.
Managed risk assessments and compliance tools such as DPIAs, guiding executive-level discussions on policy implementation on data handling and ethical processing, privacy trends, and global regulatory compliance.
Provided training & client-focused privacy solutions, ensuring privacy compliance and building robust, trust-based client relationships.
Small & Mid-Size Businesses (Remote/Local)
Part-time/Contract/Temporary Roles
05.2013 - 12.2021
Job overview
Excendo/The Knowledge Academy, Worldwide 2019 – 2021 (Casual Global Trainer)
BPP Law School - 2017-2018 (Exams Invigilator)
King's College London - 01/2016 - 01/2017 (Postgraduate Programme Support)
UK RELO Connect limited - UK & worldwide - 01/2015-12/2020 (Small Business Owner)
Sutherland Education/LISC Independent Tutorial College - London - 06/2014-01/2015 (Education Guardianship, Welfare & Activities Coordination)
Anglo American (ROC Recruitment) - London - 02/2014-05/2014 (IT Project Support)
RedQuadrant - London - 10/2013-01/2014 (Management Consultancy Office Manager)
Shelter UK (charity) - London - 05/2013-08/2013 (Gold Standard Council Training Programme & Shelter Legal Project Administrator)
Trade Union Congress (Clearview Recruitment) - London - 05/2013 (Senior Administrative Officer)
Past experience (2000-2013) in cross-sector roles, including events & project management, financial services, teaching & curriculum development, higher education administration, supply chain management and insurance in Bermuda, USA & UK.
SMEs & Multinational Entities (Remote/Local), UK
GDPR Practitioner/Data Protection Consultant
01.2018 - 01.2019
Job overview
Strategised cross-disciplinary projects to design policy frameworks and holistic privacy by design strategies for managing cohesion across organisations.
Developed, tested, and implemented tailored comprehensive training on complex concepts and inventories of personal information activities for full visibility of potential risks and compliance gaps. Recommended improvements in security systems and operational procedures.
Established clear reporting structures in liaison with internal legal & compliance functions and regulators, promoting a culture of shared responsibility and timely corrective actions.
Education
Kingston University
Master of Arts (MA)
Temple University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Psychology, Criminal Justice & Cognitive Neuroscience
Risk & Insurance: Cyber Essentials (The Institutes); Commercial & Cyber Risks (The Institutes); Ethical Decision-making in Risk & Insurance (The Institutes)
Technology: IASME Cyber Baseline & Cyber Assurance Implementation Assessor (IASME Consortium); Cybersecurity (Hasso Plattner Institute); Digital Forensics (IT Masters); IT Leadership; Security & Privacy for Big Data (EIT Digital); Certified Generative AI Expert & Certified Prompt Engineer (Blockchain Council)
Compliance, Legal & Policy: Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP) - exam in Q1 2024; FinTech Law and Policy (Duke University); Certified Policy Management Professional {CPMP} (GRC Certify); Certified Information Privacy Manager {CIPM} (IAPP); Integrated Data Privacy Professional (GRC Certify); Business Continuity (PMI); Certified GDPR Practitioner (TKA)
Ethics, Coaching & Leadership: Certified Coach (Performance & Holistic); Inclusive & Ethical Leadership; Ethics in the Age of AI Specialism; Data Science Ethics (UoM; Leadership Foundations: Leading and Coaching Skills (The Institutes); Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate (USF); Diversity & Inclusion Yellow Belt (Six Sigma); ESG; Design Thinking Practitioner (IBM)
Timeline
Global AI & DP Advocate, Content Creator & Trainer
CKC Cares
03.2024 - Current
Associate Lecturer (part-time)
BPP University
03.2024 - Current
Professional Trainer (occasional)
The Knowledge Academy
03.2024 - Current
Assistant Commissioner/Head of Innovation, AI & ET & Strategic Engagement
Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Bermuda (PrivCom)
03.2023 - 02.2024
Assistant Commissioner/Head of Policy & Engagement
Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Bermuda (PrivCom)
02.2022 - 03.2023
Co-Founder & Co-CEO
The TLC Group of Companies
11.2018 - 01.2022
GDPR Practitioner/Data Protection Consultant
SMEs & Multinational Entities (Remote/Local), UK
01.2018 - 01.2019
Part-time/Contract/Temporary Roles
Small & Mid-Size Businesses (Remote/Local)
05.2013 - 12.2021
Kingston University
Master of Arts (MA)
Temple University
Bachelor of Arts (BA) from Psychology, Criminal Justice & Cognitive Neuroscience
Risk & Insurance: Cyber Essentials (The Institutes); Commercial & Cyber Risks (The Institutes); Ethical Decision-making in Risk & Insurance (The Institutes)
Technology: IASME Cyber Baseline & Cyber Assurance Implementation Assessor (IASME Consortium); Cybersecurity (Hasso Plattner Institute); Digital Forensics (IT Masters); IT Leadership; Security & Privacy for Big Data (EIT Digital); Certified Generative AI Expert & Certified Prompt Engineer (Blockchain Council)
Compliance, Legal & Policy: Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP) - exam in Q1 2024; FinTech Law and Policy (Duke University); Certified Policy Management Professional {CPMP} (GRC Certify); Certified Information Privacy Manager {CIPM} (IAPP); Integrated Data Privacy Professional (GRC Certify); Business Continuity (PMI); Certified GDPR Practitioner (TKA)
Ethics, Coaching & Leadership: Certified Coach (Performance & Holistic); Inclusive & Ethical Leadership; Ethics in the Age of AI Specialism; Data Science Ethics (UoM; Leadership Foundations: Leading and Coaching Skills (The Institutes); Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace Certificate (USF); Diversity & Inclusion Yellow Belt (Six Sigma); ESG; Design Thinking Practitioner (IBM)
Member, IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals; Morality & Knowledge in AI (MKAI); India Blockchain Alliance Advisory, Women in Digital Identity; Women in AI Ethics
Volunteer, IAPP CIPT, CIPM & AIGP exams writer; Global AI Leadership program champion; panellist for international tech, AI governance & ethics, and data privacy & protection conferences and initiatives
Overview
11
years of professional experience
20
Certificate
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