AI4Boards: Empowering Board Members in the Age of Generative AI

28/02/2025 Vlerick Gent

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Our teachers for the training: AI4Boards: Empowering Board Members in the Age of Generative AI

Anneleen Van De Meulebroucke/

Pieter De Buysser

Jens Meijen

The “AI4Boards” program is built on four foundational pillars, each offering crucial insights into the world of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) from a board member’s perspective: hands-on experience, strategic opportunities and challenges, GenAI readiness, and risk and governance.

This program is specifically designed to enhance the effectiveness, measurability, and value creation of GenAI initiatives within organizations, while highlighting the critical role of board governance in navigating AI.

The training is organized in cooperation with Guberna and will be given in a Guberna training location.

Registration exclusive on the Guberna.be

Why take this course?

This program equips board members with the tools and knowledge they need to lead confidently in the age of GenAI. Combining practical experience with strategic foresight, the AI4Boards training enables participants to transform challenges into opportunities while ensuring responsible and effective AI adoption.

Target group

The course is ideal for those with strategic, governance, or leadership responsibilities within organizations embracing AI-driven transformation.

Board Members.

Learning goals

Gain hands-on experience with GenAI.
Understanding its capabilities, risks, and practical applications.
Understand concepts/terminology of GenAI to facilitate informed decision-making.
Develop strategic insights into the opportunities and challenges of GenAI adoption
Navigate legal and ethical considerations, including the AI Act and ESG principles.
Identify and mitigate risks such as bias, privacy concerns, and liability issues.
Build and implement AI governance frameworks to ensure ethical and responsible AI usage.
Enhance organizational readiness for AI-driven transformation, creating sustainable value.
Learn to align AI initiatives with long-term strategic goals and governance responsibilities.
Strengthen oversight and accountability for AI projects as part of the board’s role.
Leverage real-world insights from a practical case study to apply GenAI effectively in boardroom decision-making.

Educational approach of this course

The program employs a highly interactive and applied learning methodology tailored to board members:

Hands-On Learning: The morning session features an Experience Labthat immerses participants in the practical application of GenAI, fostering experiential learning without requiring technical expertise.
Expert-Led Instruction: Facilitators combine technical and legal expertise to offer a balanced and comprehensive understanding of GenAI from multiple perspectives.
Strategic Frameworks: The afternoon session focuses on the strategic, governance, and ethical dimensions of GenAI, providing participants with actionable frameworks and tools.
Real-World Application: A case study presentationensures participants gain practical insights into GenAI’s impact on business operations and board-level decision-making.
Collaborative Discussion: Sessions encourage active engagement, reflection, and dialogue to help participants contextualize the content within their own organizations.

This blended approach ensures that participants not only acquire essential knowledge but also develop the confidence and skills to lead their organizations effectively in the era of AI.

End product

Participants who complete the program will receive an official Certificate of Attendance, acknowledging their engagement and participation in the “AI4Boards” program.

How to prepare yourself

To maximize the value of the “AI4Boards” program, participants will receive preparatory materials in advance. These resources are designed to help familiarize them with key concepts and provide a strong foundation for the training sessions.

The Teachers:

Pieter De Buysser:

Founder NXTGN

Anneleen Van De Meulebroucke:

Counsel Digital & Data Protection, Eubelius cvba advocatenkantoor

Jens Meijen:

founder and managing partner at Umaniq

Antonietta Mastroianni:

Chief Digital & IT Officer at Proximus

Practical:

The program can be followed via Guberna

Location: Vlerick Gent

date 28/02/2025

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Program Overview

9:00 AM – 12:30 PM: Hands-On GenAI Experience

Facilitators: Pieter De Buysser & Anneleen Van de Meulebroucke

Led by an AI technology expert and a legal specialist, this interactive morning session provides a practical, non-technical introduction to GenAI.

Through an immersive Experience Lab, board members will gain a firsthand understanding of:

Core technological components of GenAI, its terminology, capabilities, and risks.
Legal implications of deploying GenAI in their organization.

This session explores the legal frameworks (including the European AI Act) and ethical boundaries essential for navigating GenAI responsibly. Participants will address critical concerns such as bias, privacy, legal liabilities, and the impact of GenAI on ESG principles (Environmental, Social, and Governance).

By the end of the session, participants will be equipped to make informed strategic decisions and guide their organizations through the transformative journey toward AI-driven operations.

1:30 PM – 4:00 PM: Strategic Challenges of GenAI

The afternoon session dives into the strategic, governance, and accountability dimensions of GenAI.

Key takeaways include:

Practical tools and strategic insights for shaping AI policies.
Developing and implementing robust AI governance frameworks.
Effectively managing risks and maximizing opportunities.
Ensuring GenAI adoption is both ethical and responsible, with a focus on sustainable value creation.

This module empowers board members to navigate the complexities of AI while driving innovation and maintaining a competitive edge. It emphasizes their role in safeguarding the effectiveness and accountability of AI initiatives within their organizations.

4:30 PM – 4:40 PM: Practical Case Study on GenAI

The program concludes with a real-world case study presented by an experienced board member. This session offers practical insights into:

Successfully integrating GenAI into business operations.
Transforming decision-making processes in the boardroom.
Leveraging GenAI to create lasting value and drive organizational success.

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