Gerlinde Weger

Background

About Gerlinde Weger

With over three decades of global experience spanning academia, industry, and professional associations, Gerlinde has been instrumental in establishing certification standards for the ethical use of artificial intelligence (AI) and developing methodologies for enhancing human capacity and optimizing ethical technology deployment. Her extensive international experience in governance, marketing/communications, and behavioral change positions her uniquely to anticipate the transformative demands necessitated by advanced technologies. Gerlinde holds an MBA from the Richard Ivey School of Business, an HBA in combined Economics and Philosophy from Western University, and certifications in ITIL, Lean Six Sigma, and CertiAIed. Having worked across diverse sectors and continents, including financial services, energy distribution, mining, wholesale, food services, technology, advertising, the arts, and professional associations, she brings a wealth of international experience to her work. Key Differentiators: • Ethical AI System Governance and Management: Gerlinde possesses expertise in establishing and managing ethical frameworks for AI systems, ensuring their responsible development and deployment. • Large-Scale, Complex, and International Implementations: Her track record includes successfully implementing advanced technology solutions in complex, international environments, often involving large-scale processes. • Culturally Diverse Team Management: Gerlinde has a proven ability to effectively lead and manage culturally diverse international teams, fostering collaboration and understanding. • Ethical AI Development and Use: She is skilled in developing requirements, processes, and policies that promote the ethical design, deployment, and use of AI technologies. Gerlinde's unique combination of academic credentials, industry experience, and certifications makes her a valuable asset for researchers and organizations seeking to navigate the ethical challenges posed by AI.