Leadership & Recognition

With a career at the forefront of AI ethics and governance, I’ve had the privilege of shaping global standards and influencing industry best practices.

Vice President & Head of Responsible AI and Governance at HCLTech

Building AI governance from the ground up for one of the world’s largest technology firms, ensuring responsible AI adoption across 220,000+ employees and enterprise clients.

Former Responsible AI Leader at IBM

Helped establish one of the first corporate AI ethics boards and crucial foundational practices such as Ethics by Design and Impact Assessments.

I had the pleasure of working with Heather on the Notre Dame – IBM Technology Ethics Lab and AI governance. Heather is highly knowledgeable about responsible AI and is an intelligent, thoughtful leader. I highly recommend her for roles in responsible AI and governance.
Catherine Quinlan
Senior Legal Executive | AIGP | M&A | A&I
Governance & Ethics | Thought Leader | Speaker

Certifications

Ph.D. in Business Analytics and Data Science and professional certifications in AI Governance and multiple project management methodologies, including the AI Governance Professional (AIGP), Project Management Professional (PMP), PMI-Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP), and Certified Scrum Master (CSM) certifications.

Recognized as One of the Top 100 Brilliant Women in AI Ethics

Celebrated for contributions in shaping the responsible landscape of AI.

Active Contributor to Global AI Governance Initiatives

Worked with the World Economic Forum (WEF), NIST, IAPP, XPRIZE, and other key industry groups to develop frameworks that define the future of AI policy and risk management.

My work is centered around using AI as a tool for long-term, sustainable success that businesses, regulators, and consumers can trust.”

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Leading the Charge:
Heather Domin's Role in Responsible AI Development"

Championing Rights, Equality, and Empowerment in Technology

Dr. Heather Domin advocates for rights, equality, and empowerment in the tech industry, leveraging responsible AI to create inclusive opportunities and redefine leadership for women and girls worldwide.

Vice President & Head of Responsible AI and Governance at HCLTech

My professional work has centered around responsible AI in action. I am passionate about leading mission-driven teams focused on making AI governance both practical and scalable.

My Focus Areas:

Enterprise AI Governance

Implementing policies that help ensure AI systems remain fair, transparent, and accountable.

Trust-Driven Innovation

Helping organizations design AI solutions that enhance business outcomes while respecting human rights.

Risk & Compliance StrategieS

Guiding companies through the evolving global AI regulatory landscape.

AI Ethics Thought Leadership

Publishing research, engaging with policymakers, and shaping industry-wide best practices.

building the next generation of AI governance

One that is proactive, adaptable, and designed to withstand the evolving complexities of AI-driven transformation.

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