Governance programs often falter—not because frameworks are flawed, but because people feel excluded, overburdened, or disconnected. True success lies in understanding the human element: engaging stakeholders, aligning with their priorities, and transforming skeptics into passionate advocates. ‍ 

Join award-winning speaker Ajay Mathur, a seasoned data and AI enablement leader, as he reveals how to embed governance into your organizational DNA by focusing on the people behind the data. Drawing from his extensive experience implementing governance frameworks across diverse industries and insights from his podcast conversations with best-selling authors in storytelling, neuropsychology, and productivity, Ajay will share: ‍ 

• The empathy map: How to identify and truly understand stakeholders' unspoken needs and fears 
• Frictionless governance: Practical strategies to simplify processes and make governance accessible to everyone 
• The psychology of influence: How storytelling and behavioral science can turn resistance into advocacy 

You'll leave with actionable techniques to make governance feel less like compliance and more like collaboration, ensuring your initiatives don't just survive but thrive. 

Speaker: Ajay Mathur 

Data and AI Enablement Leader 

A globally recognized voice in data and AI governance, Ajay turns regulatory complexity into strategic clarity and technical depth into unforgettable stories. With decades of experience shaping data cultures across technology and financial services, he has pioneered governance frameworks that don’t just satisfy regulators—but empower teams, fuel innovation, and build trust in the age of AI. An award-winning public speaker and podcaster featured at conferences across three continents, Ajay challenges conventional thinking with a simple truth: Great data isn’t about control—it’s about connection. Whether unpacking the data and AI regulations, reimagining data stewardship, or revealing how governed data becomes your greatest competitive edge, he leaves audiences not just informed—but ready to act.