Strategic Artificial Intelligence Advisory Member |
LaShawn SYKES
Active Term: 09/2024 - 09/2025
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Cyber Security ExecutiveIndependentLaShawn Sykes is a visionary leader at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and business strategy. With over 25 years in Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) and cybersecurity, LaShawn brings extensive knowledge to her Strategic Artificial Intelligence Advisory Member role. Her career spans executive positions, including CEO of LaLe Brands, leading a $5.5 million operation, and senior roles at Caliber Home Loans and Verizon Enterprise Services. LaShawn's expertise in cyber risk frameworks like NIST CSF and ISO 27001 underpins her focus on AI integration and its cybersecurity implications.
Driven by a passion for emerging technologies, LaShawn recently completed an intensive Artificial Intelligence Certification program and an AI Governance and Ethics certification. This cutting-edge knowledge, combined with her corporate and entrepreneurial experience, uniquely positions her to guide organizations through the complex landscape of AI adoption and cybersecurity. As a Strategic AI Advisory Member, LaShawn excels in identifying AI-related risks and opportunities, developing ethical AI governance strategies, and bridging the gap between technical complexities and actionable business insights. LaShawn is known for translating intricate technological concepts into clear, strategic directives for executives and boards. Her philosophy is that in the evolving AI and cybersecurity landscape, standing still means moving backward. LaShawn aims to help organizations anticipate and shape change, ensuring they remain secure, ethical, and innovative in their AI endeavors. Her perspective, experience, and AI governance expertise make her invaluable to organizations navigating the interplay of AI, cybersecurity, and business strategy in today's digital age. |