The AI-Literate Director: Navigating Global Policy, Local Accountability

September 01, 2026
4:00 - 5:00PM (AEST)
Zoom

Thank you for joining us for our fifth 2026 Thought Leadership Webinar Series, where Convene will present The AI-Literate Director: Navigating Global Policy, Local Accountability. We discovered what contemporary AI governance looks like and what boards can do differently to strengthen oversight, manage emerging risks, and prepare their organisations for an AI-driven future.

Key Takeaways:

  • A live view of where global AI policy currently stands.
  • A working definition of Director AI Literacy.
  • Evidence-based context from Convene’s own governance research.
  • Top tips for AI/cyber-literate directors — ready to apply in your next board cycle

Webinar Series Objectives:

  • Understood the common Contemporary Governance challenges faced by organisations
  • Got equipped with insight needed to proactively address these risks
  • Provided your board and governing leadership team with the provision of the 2025 White Paper Download
  • Got invited to attend ongoing webinars with industry experts
  • Moderator

    Fiona Mercer

    Fi Mercer is a Global Governance Director for Convene Assure. With a career dedicated to enhancing Contemporary Governance practices, Fi empowers governing leaders and whole organisations to govern more strategically and sustainably in our modern times.

  • Speaker

    Lena Dridi

    Lena Dridi is Head of Legal & Governance Solutions at Convene, where she focuses on legal innovation, AI governance, and board effectiveness. She has worked across Europe, North America, Australia, Africa, and the Middle East, advising General Counsel, legal departments, and boards on the governance and regulatory implications of emerging technologies. Lena teaches AI law, LegalTech, and legal innovation in university Master’s programs and is a frequent speaker on Legal AI, technology regulation, and responsible governance.

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