Beyond the Hype: A Director’s Guide to AI Risk, Governance and Opportunity
Ula Ojiaku will speak to XTEND members on 30th April, 6pm via Zoom – register here
AI is no longer “emerging” – it is already shaping how organisations sell, hire and make decisions, and boards can’t afford to treat it as just an IT issue. From regulatory expectations, including the incoming EU AI Act, to reputational damage from poorly deployed systems, directors face growing accountability for how AI is governed.
Join us for an interactive 45 minute session designed specifically for UK business owners and non executive directors who want to get ahead of the curve. You’ll leave with:
• A practical framework for assessing AI risks and opportunities in your organisation
• Key questions to ask your executive team about AI initiatives
• Real world examples of what’s working – and what’s gone wrong – in UK businesses
• A concise governance checklist you can start using immediately
This isn’t about becoming a technical expert; it’s about equipping you with the strategic oversight tools to guide your organisation through the AI transition confidently and responsibly. Whether you’re just exploring AI or already piloting initiatives, you’ll gain actionable insights to strengthen your governance posture and surface new competitive advantages. Attendees will also receive a one page AI governance checklist and sample board questions to adapt for their own organisations, and are welcome to reach out to Ula afterwards to continue the conversation for their specific board or portfolio.
Speaker Bio:
Ula Ojiaku is the Founder & CEO of Mezahab Group, a UK-based consultancy specialising in AI strategy, transformation and governance. With an engineering background and over 20 years’ experience spanning technology, business agility and organisational change, Ula helps boards and leadership teams navigate AI adoption responsibly and strategically. As the IoD (Kent) Ambassador for Engineering & Technology, a ForHumanity Certified Auditor for the EU AI Act, and a Forbes Council member (2024-25), she brings both technical depth and governance expertise to her work. Ula specialises in translating complex AI risks and opportunities into practical oversight frameworks, enabling non-technical directors to ask the right questions and guide their organisations through the AI transition with confidence