As organizations race to harness the power of artificial intelligence, a critical question emerges: Does governing AI simply fall under the umbrella of data governance, or does it require an entirely new framework? This keynote will explore the intersection—and divergence—between traditional data governance and the emerging discipline of AI governance. We’ll examine why governing AI models, algorithms, and ethical considerations introduces complexities beyond data quality and stewardship. Attendees will gain clarity on overlapping principles, key differences, and practical strategies for integrating both disciplines into a cohesive governance approach. Join us to uncover how these governance paradigms can coexist and evolve to ensure trust, compliance, and innovation in the age of AI. 

Speaker: Sara Nash 

Practice Lead, Semantic Engineering and AI, Enterprise Knowledge, LLC 

Sara is the Practice Lead of Semantic of Engineering and AI at Enterprise Knowledge LLC. She specializes in Semantic Layer and Enterprise AI initiatives, leading throughout strategy, design, and implementation. Sara has led taxonomy/ontology design, knowledge graph implementation, recommendation engine solutions, and advanced analytics platforms across financial services, pharmaceuticals, ESG consulting, intelligence, and more. 

Speaker: Shannon Fuller 

Lead Data Governance, Ahold Delhaize USA 

Shannon Fuller, MBA (he/him), is a technology and business leader who excels at aligning cross‑functional teams and translating complex challenges into clear, actionable strategies that drive cultural change. He has deep experience across retail services, operations, healthcare and technology transformation, he brings a people‑centered, results‑driven approach to every stage and audience. 

Speaker: David Thain  

Principal Marketing Manager, Regulatory Compliance, Informatica  

David Thain is an accomplished product marketer with 15 years of experience across data governance, data privacy, and customer journey personalization. As a key member of Informatica’s Data Governance & Privacy team, working at the frontier of AI governance, he helps organizations unlock the value of their data with trusted context. David cares about the intelligent, effective, and ethical use of data, applying his strong blend of business insight and technical understanding to help data teams understand powerful solutions for data and AI challenges. 

Speaker: Theresa Ancick  

Data & AI Governance Strategist, Accura Business Services, LLC 

Theresa is a globally recognized data and AI governance strategist with 27 years of experience in data pipeline and product development. As the owner of Accura Business Services, LLC, she empowers organizations to execute sustainable data and AI governance initiatives. Her practical approach to governance roadmaps and processes has formed foundations that reshape organizations, creating quality confidence and a high return on governance investments. Through her partnership network, Accura Business Services provides comprehensive data and AI governance consulting, strategy, and deployment services. Her highly-rated speaking engagements include DATAVERSITY, MIT CDOIQ Symposium, Health Analytics Association, TDWI, and many private events.