Our Blind Spots in the Boardroom series is focused on critical business issues that can significantly impact an organization's strategy and operations, particularly those that the board and/or C-suite are not focused on at all or enough.
This episode of Protiviti's Blind Spots in the Boardroom podcast Protiviti Managing Director and host Constantine Boyadjiev welcomes Joel Wuesthoff, a Managing Director in Protiviti’s Legal Consulting practice. They discuss the intersection of AI adoption and corporate governance and explore both the opportunities and risks associated with generative AI and large language models, emphasizing the legal, regulatory, and compliance implications for boards and general counsel. Key discussions focus on the need for structured AI governance frameworks and global compliance strategies amid evolving regulations like the EU AI Act and GDPR.
With over two decades of experience in risk management, financial crime analytics, and regulatory compliance, Constantine Boyadjiev advises global clients on the strategic application of data science and advanced analytics to combat fraud, enhance regulatory reporting, and improve operational resilience. A trusted advisor to Fortune 500 companies and financial institutions, he has designed and implemented enterprise-wide solutions leveraging AI and machine learning to detect and mitigate complex risk typologies. Constantine is also a three-time patent holder and plays a key role in driving innovation across Protiviti’s analytics offerings.
Joel Wuesthoff serves as a Managing Director in Protiviti’s Legal Consulting practice. A licensed attorney and seasoned advisor, he leads strategic initiatives focused on e-discovery, litigation readiness, data governance, and information risk management. Throughout his career, he has counseled Fortune 500 companies, law firms, and government agencies on developing defensible, cost-effective approaches to legal technology challenges. Joel is also a recognized thought leader in the legal services industry, contributing to the advancement of best practices in compliance, regulatory response, and digital investigations.
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For information about Joel and to contact him, visit www.linkedin.com/in/joel-wuesthoff-099b711.
For more information about Constantine and to contact him, visit www.linkedin.com/in/constantineboyadjiev.