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055 The Governance Pivot: Bridging Professional Networks and AI Ethics with Paulina Jedwabska

055 The Governance Pivot: Bridging Professional Networks and AI Ethics with Paulina Jedwabska

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Send us Fan MailIs the information professional of 2030 actually an AI Ethicist in disguise? In this episode, host Jacqueline Stockwell sits down with Paulina Jedwabska, Conference Director at the IRMS (Information and Records Management Society) and a leading voice in AI Governance. With a career spanning the Olympics, the ICO, and Magic Circle law firms, Paulina shares how the "thread" of data connects every sector—and why the IRMS network is the ultimate "secret weapon" for information leaders. We dive into the "cake" of AI governance, the power of professional resilience, and why your records management skills are exactly what the world of AI ethics needs right now. Whether you’re a "one-man band" in a small firm or leading a global department, this episode is a call to action to stop watching the AI "horror stories" and start leading the journey. Show NotesIn This Episode, We Discuss:The Mission of the IRMS: Celebrating over 40 years of connecting people who care about good information governance and records management. The "North Star" for IRMS Conference: Why the focus is shifting toward transferable skills, real-life scenarios, and current "unsolved" challenges like AI. The Power of the Network: How the IRMS community acts as a "big family" to provide solutions, budget-winning tips, and career support for isolated professionals. Resilience in Governance: Paulina defines resilience as "powering through" complex legislation (like the AI Act) and leading stakeholders on a journey of possibility rather than fear. The AI Cake Analogy: Why AI is just the "cherry on top" that requires solid layers of data and governance to stand up. Constitutional AI: A look at how users and businesses can take an active role in lobbying for ethics and transparency in AI services. Advice for New Professionals: Why Paulina recommends apprenticeships and "learning on the job" over expensive degrees alone. Notable Quotes:"The cherry on top needs all those different layers... Stick with us because that's where resilience is." — Paulina Jedwabska "Problem shared is problem halved. Let’s support each other and push us upward." — Paulina Jedwabska Resources Mentioned:IRMS Website: irms.org.uk The IRMS Conference: IRMS Conference 17th – 19th May 2026 – The Celtic CollectionUpcoming Location: Manchester (Next year's conference). Book Recommendation: Blooming Good Information Management: How to Empower Yourself and Your Workforce - Jaki SpeaksConnect with Paulina:LinkedIn: Paulina Jedwabska | LinkedInJacqueline Stockwell ARIM, BA Hons, MSC | LinkedInAt the Conference: Grab her for a chat—she's always keen to speak to like-minded people! Don’t forget to subscribe to for more podcast into the world of information management! 🌱 Ready to take this further? If something landed for you in this episode… don’t just leave it here. You don’t need to figure it all out on your own — I’ve created a few simple ways to help you take your next step, at your pace. 🟢 — Start where you are If you’re not quite sure how you’re showing up right now, start here: 👉 Thinking with Jaki Scorecard — your Influence Action Plan Use this to get clarity on how you currently show up, where you might be getting stuck, and what your next influence move is. Thinking with Jaki 🟡 Build clarity and direction Once you’ve got that awareness, let’s build a clearer picture of where you are overall: 👉 Leadership Through Data EMPOWER Scorecard This will show you where you sit across the EMPOWER framework — your strengths, your gaps, and what to focus on next so you can move forward with confidence. The Leadership Through Data EMPOWER Scorecard 🔵 Grow with me If you’re ready to go deeper and build real momentum: 👉 Join the free EMPOWER Masterclass | Leadership Through Data I’ll walk you through the full roadmap and help you see exactly how to step into your influence and leadership — in a way that feels like you. The EMPOWER Masterclass | Leadership Through Data 🚀 Want to keep building? If you’re ready to take action beyond this episode, here are a couple of ways we can work together: 👉 Book Jaki to speak at your next event Bring these conversations into your organisation or community with practical, real-world learning. Public Speaker, Write & Podcaster - Jacqueline Stockwell 👉 Join the 21-Day EMPOWER Sprint Build momentum, take action daily, and stop overthinking your next move. https://leadershipthroughdata.com/empower-21/ 💬 Final thought You don’t need to do everything at once. Just take one next step. And if this episode helped you, I’d love you to share it with someone who needs to hear it too 💛 Support the show
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