Mary Carmichael, Managing Director of Risk Advisory at Momentum Technology, excels in turning technology disruption challenges into opportunities. Tasked with the complex challenges brought about by technology disruption, Mary transforms these potential obstacles into competitive advantages, strengthening value, trust, and organizational confidence. With a career spanning 15 years in the field, Mary provides risk advisory services which include risk assessment of emerging technologies, the establishment and optimization of IT governance, and the management of organizational change to foster / adopt innovation. Her wide-ranging expertise covers an array of sectors, including higher education, utilities, government, and energy. Currently, Mary serves on ISACA's International Risk Advisory committee and the Emerging Trends working group, spearheading the exploration of Generative AI's implications on GRC professionals, the workplace and on society. Leveraging her expertise in the field, Mary has addressed global audiences via ISACA’s webinars and its North American conference, offering a comprehensive analysis of Generative AI and its complexities. Mary’s credentials include CPA, MBA, CISA, CRISC, PROSCI, CFE, CSM, and PMP. Also, she is the Vice President of ISACA Vancouver Chapter.