Sara Magdalena Goldberger, CIPP/E, CIPM CAIO, Global Lead Privacy,

• Defining and Implementing AI Strategy • Driving AI Adoption and Innovation • Ensuring Ethical and Responsible AI • Managing AI-Related Risks and Compliance • Bridging the Gap between Business and Technology • Leading and Coordinating AI Efforts

Spearheaded the development and implementation of a comprehensive privacy compliance framework for AI systems, covering the entire lifecycle from conception to sunsetting. This framework, consisting of 28 critical questions and multiple mitigation steps, ensures businesses navigate AI privacy challenges effectively. Led global privacy, governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) programs for clients in healthcare, IT/IS, and extraction industries. Developed strategies that aligned with the evolving regulatory landscape, focusing on GDPR, NIST, ISO, and the Cyber Resilience Act. Managed Privacy Governance, Data Protection, and Cybersecurity Risk Assessments: Designed and executed privacy governance programs, conducting Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) to assess and mitigate risks related to personal data processing, ensuring compliance with global privacy regulations. Oversaw Transfer Impact Assessments (TIAs), evaluating the legal risks of cross-border data transfers, and implemented risk mitigation strategies in collaboration with legal and compliance teams. These initiatives minimized legal liabilities while enhancing data protection and cybersecurity posture. Key Contributions: * Developed AI privacy frameworks, integrating regulatory requirements with business practices. * Designed data protection strategies that ensured compliance across multiple jurisdictions. * Drove organizational change management, fostering privacy and cybersecurity awareness at the executive level. * Contract Reviews and updates Skills: AI Privacy Frameworks, Data Protection, Cybersecurity, GDPR Compliance, Risk Management, Regulatory Strategy, Global Privacy Governance, Data Security.

Led digital transformation efforts for international clients, balancing regulatory compliance and operational efficiency. Automated privacy and #GRC controls while conducting functional business analyses and reengineering processes to align with #GDPR, #CCPA, #NIST, #ISO27000 and #NIS standards. Designed prevention, detection, response, and mitigation plans to strengthen IT operations and mitigate #cybersecurity #risks. Collaborated with legal teams to perform data and privacy assessments, developing GRC programs and performance management frameworks for cybersecurity initiatives. Supported industries such as healthcare and IT/IS with customized global data governance strategies and IT audit processes. Key Contributions: * Streamlined privacy automation to enhance global compliance efforts. * Delivered tailored solutions addressing regulatory challenges for diverse sectors. * Built scalable frameworks for audit and operational alignment with evolving privacy laws. Skills: Digital Transformation, Process Reengineering, Regulatory Frameworks, GRC, IT Audits.

Directed global IT change management strategies, ensuring seamless adoption of new systems and processes. Designed comprehensive change management frameworks, including stakeholder analyses, impact assessments, and training roadmaps, to align business goals with IT deployment. Customized communication plans to address organizational needs, leveraging lessons learned from prior initiatives to refine approaches. Supported global project teams in integrating tailored strategies, fostering adaptability and reducing resistance to change. Monitored and evaluated the effectiveness of change management efforts, delivering insights that informed continuous improvement initiatives. Key Contributions: * Established scalable communication tools enhancing organizational readiness for change. * Partnered with leadership to implement tailored strategies for global IT rollouts. * Achieved high adoption rates for new IT processes through targeted stakeholder engagement. Skills: Change Management, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Transformation, Training Development.

Led comprehensive GDPR compliance program across business units, ensuring alignment with regulations. Developed robust processes for GDPR compliance, addressing data protection and privacy requirements. Orchestrated communication initiatives to educate stakeholders on GDPR and promote compliance. Provided advice and guidance on GDPR matters, navigating complex challenges and mitigating risks. Implemented risk management strategies to proactively address data privacy vulnerabilities. Revamped UO's donor relations cookie policy, enhancing consent and data protection practices. Streamlined workflows for improved data handling and privacy controls. Managed stakeholders to drive successful compliance initiatives. Ensured GDPR compliance in website development and data transfers. Maintained comprehensive documentation of data processing activities. Supported key initiatives for GDPR compliance and data management. Integrated GDPR compliance into operational workflows. Provided training and testing to uphold compliance standards. Ensured consistent compliance and donor data privacy.

Defined and communicated information management architectures, roadmaps, and patterns to ensure compliance with GDPR and BCR principles, driving data protection and privacy within the organization. Streamlined and digitized the internal sales process at Heineken, reducing it from 10 days to an impressive 1 hour. This transformation significantly enhanced operational efficiency and productivity. Communicated technical standards and guidelines for cross-functional solutions like ERP, MDM, and BI applications, ensuring seamless integration and optimal performance. Developed change roadmaps and data architectures, effectively guiding the organization through transformative initiatives and minimizing resistance while accelerating adoption. Implemented a slim-lined sales and marketing process that streamlined operations, enhanced customer experience, and increased overall efficiency. Expertly managed stakeholders and projects, ensuring successful delivery within budget and established timelines. Conducted budgeting activities, effectively allocating resources to support the implementation of information management initiatives. Provided training and education to managers, enabling them to understand and navigate the complexities of GDPR compliance and data protection. Served as the project lead for GDPR implementation, assuming responsibility for driving the project's success and ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.