Taft partner Zach Heck has earned the certified Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP) credential through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).

AI governance professionals are tasked with the critical responsibility of evaluating AI, integrating relevant standards and best practices, and developing and implementing strategies for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. With the global expansion of AI technology, there is a rapid, cross-industry need for these professionals to understand and execute AI governance in a safe and responsible manner.

The AIGP certification was developed and launched by the IAPP in tandem with the IAPP AI Governance Center. Heck joins the ranks of a robust community of qualified AI governance professionals who are working to establish trustworthy, safe, and responsible AI worldwide.

Heck counsels clients who are developing and evaluating cutting-edge technology relating to artificial intelligence and machine learning. Specifically, much of Heck’s AI practice assists clients in assessing and mitigating risk associated with the use and deployment of AI models and systems. Coupled with his experience representing clients with respect to privacy and data security matters, Heck is uniquely positioned to identify AI governance solutions that address regulatory requirements and further internal objectives.

The IAPP is the largest and most comprehensive global information privacy and AI governance community and resource. Founded in 2000, the IAPP is a not-for-profit organization that helps define, support and improve the privacy profession globally. More information about the IAPP is available at www.iapp.org.