Vanessa Candela

Vanessa Candela, Chief Legal and Trust Officer at Celonis, is reshaping the perception of legal from a 'department of no' to a trust-first organization. She discusses the importance of AI governance, advocating for frameworks that promote responsible AI adoption. Candela emphasizes the need for clean data and process intelligence for effective AI. She also highlights the role of AI champions and the significance of training AI agents like new hires. With a call to embrace AI or risk obsolescence, she offers practical advice for professionals navigating this digital landscape.