About Lance Brooks
I help organizations turn AI risk and operational complexity into clear, defensible governance — enabling executives to innovate with confidence while meeting regulatory expectations.
Over the past decade, I’ve built and led AI governance, data strategy, and oversight programs across high‑scale organizations.
Professional Background
- Supported governance for 700+ AI/ML systems and $7B+ in AI assets.
- Led AI & data strategy initiatives focused on analytics, automation, model oversight, and regulatory readiness across complex organizational environments.
- Legal, business, and technical training with a JD, MBA, and MS in Data Analytics.
Certifications include:
How I help
I specialize in helping organizations establish practical, defensible AI governance frameworks that reduce risk, accelerate implementation, and prepare teams for emerging regulatory expectations. My work focuses on connecting legal, risk, data, and product stakeholders so leaders can deploy AI with confidence.
My approach
- Start from the decisions executives need to make, not just abstract frameworks or technical details.
- Focus on lightweight, reusable policies, templates, and workflows that teams will actually use.
- Translate regulatory and technical requirements into clear, practical language for senior stakeholders.
- Work collaboratively with product, data, legal, and risk teams to embed governance into existing processes.
Career highlights
- Supported governance for 700+ AI/ML systems and more than $7B in AI and data assets.
- Helped organizations stand up model inventories, AI risk assessments, and review forums.
- Advised leaders on aligning AI initiatives with evolving regulatory and policy expectations.
- Designed governance materials used across engineering, risk, and legal teams.
Ready to strengthen your AI governance?
If you'd like to discuss your AI footprint, risk profile, or where to begin with governance, I'd be happy to connect.
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