Gladwin Mendez as a member of the Industry Leadership team of The Global Centre for Risk and Innovation (GCRI) for both Australia, New Zealand and beyond. Mr. Mendez, in his current role as the Chief Customer and Analytics Officer at Simplyai, brings an impressive portfolio of accomplishments in data analytics, machine learning, artificial intelligence, and a profound commitment to ethical technology and governance.

Mr. Mendez's professional journey is marked by significant roles and achievements. As an Official Member of the Forbes Technology Council, and as an Advisory Board Member for Corinium Global Intelligence in London, TheAssociation.AI in the United States and Compliance Refinery in New Zealand. He has cemented his position as a leading figure in the global data and analytics community.

His career spans over 18 years, during which he has established Analytics Centres of Excellence in New Zealand, led critical data and privacy strategies for a 'Big 4' Australasian banking client, and propelled innovation and data maturity at Fisher Funds as their Data and Technology Operations Officer. Additionally, as an Independent vCDAO, Mendez significantly contributed to the formation of a Privacy Office, aligning it with GDPR best practices.
His roles as a Consulting Director at Datacom, where he was the National Head of Data Strategy, as an Associate Director at Deloitte, and as a Senior Manager at KPMG New Zealand, saw him managing and growing risk analytics teams and embedding good data governance and management practices. These experiences highlight his deep understanding of risk-based analytics, governance, and technological innovation.

Mr. Mendez is also an alumnus of Massey University, where he earned his Masters in Engineering in Computer Systems Engineering with 1st Class Honors, preceded by a Bachelor's degree in the same field. His strong educational background has been a cornerstone in his professional development and achievements.

At The Global Centre for Risk and Innovation (GCRI), Mr. Mendez will leverage his extensive experience in governance, strategy development, and risk management to steer our focus on adaptive complex systems and sustainable practices. His expertise in areas such as ML/AI, technology, security, and ethics aligns perfectly with GCRI’s strategic objectives, enhancing our capacity to effectively address global challenges.
Mr. Mendez's vision for integrating technology and data for societal and global impact is in perfect alignment with GCRI's mission.