Meredith Stein, CPA, has substantial and diverse experience in the domain of governance, including designing, operationalizing, and assessing governance structures, including enterprise risk management (ERM), internal controls, and external audits of financial statements. The design and deployment of governance-related executive education and training programs have been central to her various roles. Meredith works for the National Institutes of Health (NIH), a U.S. Federal Government agency. She improves program management and performance by organizing, aligning, assessing, remediating, and monitoring corporate and program risk, and ensuring program integrity and compliance. Meredith is also actively involved in governance-related, learning and development initiatives. Previously, Meredith worked for the Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation. Prior to that, she worked in KPMG’s audit and advisory practices as a manager where she conducted audits and led Sarbanes-Oxley and governance-related consulting projects. Meredith received her undergraduate degree in Accounting from the American University Kogod School of Business. David Linthicum is a globally renowned thought leader in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and cybersecurity, with over 30 years of experience in enterprise technology. As the former Managing Director and Chief Cloud Strategy Officer at Deloitte Consulting LLP, David pioneered the integration of AI-driven solutions into cloud infrastructures, enabling business transformation and innovation for companies worldwide. He has authored over 17 best-selling books, thousands of articles, and more than 70 LinkedIn Learning courses, focusing on the strategic applications of AI and cloud technologies. An accomplished speaker, educator, and GenAI architecture mentor, David is celebrated for developing advanced AI strategies and mentoring the next generation of technology professionals. Named among top influencers in AI and cloud, his accolades include being a featured keynote speaker and media commentator on emerging enterprise technologies. Currently, he leads Linthicum Research, providing expert guidance to Global 2000 companies, startups, and government agencies as they navigate digital transformation. David holds a BS in Management from George Mason University.