South Texas ISSA Chapter Meeting September 11, 2025, 11:30 AM

Topic

AI Governance: From Copilot to Co-Conspirator

Speaker

Craig Wood, CEO

PSY Logistics Technology Partners

Learning Objective

The presentation for “AI Governance: From Copilot to Co-Conspirator” offers a strategic overview of how Artificial Intelligence is reshaping enterprise governance, risk, and compliance. With the acceleration of AI adoption (especially in generative and agentic models), organizations face increasing regulatory scrutiny and operational complexity. The presentation highlights key frameworks like ISO 42001 and NIST AI RMF, emphasizing the need for cross-functional governance teams and proactive risk management. It also underscores the importance of CIO & CISO collaboration, board-level literacy in AI risks, and the integration of compliance into innovation workflows. As AI systems become more autonomous and embedded across departments, businesses must balance agility with accountability, ensuring ethical use, transparency, and resilience in a rapidly evolving landscape.

BIO

Craig Wood brings over 25 years of IT consulting and leadership experience as CEO of PSY Logistics Technology Partners. He specializes in information governance as a fractional CISO and CMMC assessor, helping businesses across the Houston metroplex build robust, scalable technology foundations through strategic alignment of cybersecurity and risk management.Throughout his career as a consultant, Craig has delivered impressive results, including achieving 99% client retention while tripling as a Regional Manager at ERGOS Technology Partners, single-handedly building core ERP infrastructure for Tricon Energy as Global Director of Infrastructure and Security, and implementing digital automation solutions that increased operational efficiency by 40%. His global experience includes establishing secure collaboration, shared services, and support across more than 30 countries and building comprehensive IT service divisions from the ground up.Craig is passionate about servant leadership and believes in empowering others to overcome limitations. He holds extensive experience in project management, risk management, business IT strategy, business continuity planning, virtualization architecture, cybersecurity, and digital transformation initiatives.Beyond his professional achievements, Craig is an avid cyclist who completed the 450-mile RAGBRAI ride across Iowa, and he's working toward certification in Therapeutic Gaming to volunteer with children facing chronic and terminal illnesses. He and his wife, Natasha, enjoy volunteering and staying active when Houston weather permits.

CPE

2

Prerequisites

Knowledge of basic cybersecurity concepts

Materials Required

None

Date

September 11, 2025

Time

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Location

The Ballroom at Tanglewood

5430 Westheimer Road

Houston, TX 77056

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

The Ballroom at Tanglewood, 5430 Westheimer Way, Houston, United States