Monica Mahay is a results-driven executive leader and commercial lawyer with over 20 years of experience specialising in emerging technologies. Her technical expertise spans the full AI lifecycle, autonomous vehicles (LIDAR/RADAR), and drones, with a focus on navigating complex global regulatory landscapes involving privacy, security, and AI. Monica has a proven track record of designing end-to-end compliance and “privacy-by-design” programs for startups, major joint ventures, and global organizations.

Her commercial acumen is rooted in high-stakes leadership roles at Intel Corporation and Sage Group PLC, where she secured regulatory approval for Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs) and led global incident responses. Monica provides practical, “right-sized” advice that aligns risk management with business strategy. A Solicitor of England & Wales, she is a Certified AI Ethicist (Oxford University) and holds FIP, CIPP/E, and CIPM certifications. Monica is also a frequent speaker on AI governance, literacy, and ethical tech adoption.