Navigating the Fear to Optimism Continuum with Janet Johnson of the AI Governance Group

Janet Johnson, founder of the AI Governance Group, joins Megan and Nicole to discuss her journey into AI and the importance of AI governance. They explore the balance between fear and optimism in AI, the hype surrounding AI, and the need for AI literacy and critical thinking. Janet emphasizes the importance of protecting personal data and implementing policies and guidelines to ensure responsible AI use. She encourages companies to embrace AI but also be cautious and mindful of the potential risks. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the diverse backgrounds of the AIGG team and the importance of human connection in the age of AI. Head over to aipdx.info to learn more about AI Portland. Related links: Gartner Hype Cycle link Statistics about AI in the workforce, SaaS companies Federal Agencies must hire a Chief AI officer AI governance policy guidelines documents by AIGG Sports Illustrated AI Controversy