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Many businesses use AI for faster service but not necessarily smarter growth. Generation1.ca’s CEO addresses key questions about AI in business through masterclasses, workshops, and programs, including a virtual career fair and governance examinations. Their goal is to prepare organizations for future challenges with innovative talent and responsible governance.
The Toronto Business Development Centre hosted a masterclass led by Arundati Dandapani, CEO of Generation1.ca, focusing on building sustainable, research-driven businesses through technology and AI. Participants learned to leverage data for business improvement while emphasizing the importance of human context in AI development, aiming for transparency and accountability in entrepreneurship.
Our CEO reflects on the IAPP Navigate 2026 Digital Policy Leadership Summit in Portsmouth, emphasizing the importance of cross-sector collaboration in data governance and AI. Engaging with global leaders revealed that true progress lies in overcoming siloed thinking, fostering trust, and integrating diverse perspectives to shape future policies and technologies effectively.
The IAPP Canada Symposium addressed evolving AI governance and Indigenous data sovereignty, highlighting the intersection of privacy, collective rights, and community narratives. Discussions emphasized the need for responsible AI frameworks and the importance of integrating diverse insights into technological governance. The event underscored the balance required between innovation and accountability in the digital age.
At AAPOR’s 81st Conference, Arundati Dandapani, Founder and CEO of Generation1.ca, joined the 2026–27 Executive Council. Leveraging her previous committee experience, she aims to enhance AAPOR’s mission through high standards, collaboration, and public understanding of survey science, while promoting equity and inclusion within the field.
