Gladwin Mendez is a globally recognized leader in AI, data and governance, recently named among the Top 100 Global Leaders in Data & Innovation. As a Fractional Chief Data & Analytics Officer (CDAO) at GEC Prudentia, he helps organizations navigate AI, data strategy and governance with a proven track record of driving maximum impact through data/AI through ethical and responsible technology adoption. With over 19 years of experience, Gladwin has built several national Analytics Centres of Excellence in APAC, led major data transformations across financial services, insurance, utilities and was a stream lead for a privacy program at a large international bank. He is a Chartered Member of the Institute of Directors New Zealand, a board member at the Global Centre of Risk and Innovation (GCRI) in Canada, member of the Forbes Technology Council and advisory board member to responsible AI NFP theAssociation.ai and Corinium Global Intelligence. Gladwin’s mission is to bridge the gap between AI innovation, governance and real-world implementation, ensuring ethical AI adoption that benefits industry, academia and society alike.