Can We Trust AI? AI Governance, Risk & the Future of AI | Nataja Blakely

What does AI governance look like in the real world? In this episode of the Hacker Proof HQ Podcast, we sit down with Nataja Blakely, an AI Governance professional working across AI risk, technology, policy, cybersecurity, and business. She shares practical insights on responsible AI adoption, AI risk, bias, deepfakes, AI impersonation, cybersecurity, and the future of artificial intelligence. We also discuss how she built her career in AI governance, the skills and certifications that helped her along the way, and how professionals without a technical background can get started in the field. Nataja also introduces AI Confidence Club, her initiative focused on helping everyday people understand and use AI without unnecessary jargon. This conversation offers practical insights into AI governance, cybersecurity, GRC, career development, and the future of AI. TIMESTAMPS 00:31 Welcome & Appreciation for the Charlotte Event 01:14 Nataja Blakely Introduces Herself 02:10 How AI Governance Works When Companies Purchase AI Models 03:08 AI Used Internally vs. AI in Production Products 03:36 Working With Legal & Privacy Teams 04:04 Which Teams Find AI Adoption Most Challenging? 05:00 Which AI Models Are Companies Using? 06:56 AI Use Cases in Organizations 07:50 AI in the Energy Industry 08:33 AI Models and What Companies Use Them For 09:24 Getting Into AI Governance 10:29 Finding and Positioning Yourself for AI Opportunities 11:03 Building Confidence Without Having All the Skills 11:46 AI Courses & Certifications 12:45 How Long Do AI Certifications Take? 14:22 Is Technical Jargon a Barrier to Entering Tech? 15:10 How to Position Yourself on LinkedIn 16:07 What Was the Interview Process Like? 16:38 What AI Governance Frameworks Are Used? 17:45 Does Your Organization Have an AI Governance Policy? 18:14 Major AI Risks, Misuse & Mishandling 19:15 Balancing AI Governance With Profitability 20:26 Biggest Challenges in AI Governance 21:33 How to Get Into AI Governance Without a Tech Background 22:16 How Do You Test AI for Bias? 25:21 Deepfake Incidents & How to Handle Them 27:22 The Future of Superintelligence 29:54 Introducing AI Confidence Club 30:44 Should Doctors, Nurses & Other Professionals Learn AI? 31:21 How to Find & Join AI Confidence Club 31:51 Is AI Confidence Club Free? 32:19 AI Challenges in Cybersecurity 34:13 AI Impersonation 36:09 Using AI Tools in GRC 37:17 Closing Remarks CONNECT WITH HACKER PROOF HQ Website: https://www.hackerproofhq.com Newsletter & Blog: https://www.hackerproofhq.com/blog Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hackerproofhq TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hacker.proof Twitter: @hackerproofhq LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hackerproofhq/ EXPLORE OUR SERVICES Security Assessment & Compliance Fractional CISO / Advisory AI-Powered Security Agent Learn more: https://www.hackerproofhq.com/#hphq-services SOC 2 READINESS Is your business secure and SOC 2 ready? Start with a free SOC 2 Readiness Assessment: https://www.hackerproofhq.com/soc2-readiness-assessment BOOK A FREE CONSULTATION Speak with our experts about your technology and cybersecurity needs: https://www.hackerproofhq.com/#book-consultation GET 50% OFF JOTFORM Get 50% off Jotform annual plans using our partner link: https://www.jotform.com/?partner=hackerproofhq Jotform is a no-code platform that helps builders launch forms, apps, and workflows. SUPPORT HACKER PROOF HQ Donate to Hacker Proof HQ: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/6fbd820c-fbca-4dc7-9efb-353a7d33f9eb/donations OUR TEAM Femi – Video Editor https://www.instagram.com/femiodey/ Charity – Social Media Manager https://www.instagram.com/charity.okoloeze David Ewele – Digital Strategy https://www.instagram.com/witty_welz For inquiries and suggestions: [email protected] #AIGovernance #ResponsibleAI #ArtificialIntelligence #Cybersecurity #AIRisk #GRC #AIConfidence #FutureOfAI #HackerProofHQ