In this episode of Simplifying for Success, host Priya Keshav, CEO of Meru Data, is joined by Matt McClellan, Managing Director at Ankura, to dive deep into the evolving importance of data minimization—a cornerstone of both privacy compliance and AI governance. Together, they explore how organizations can balance the increasing demand for data with regulatory expectations and ethical responsibilities.

From the foundations of retention schedules and business use cases to real-world implementation challenges and the cultural shift required within companies, the conversation offers practical insights, strategies, and lessons learned. Whether you're working in privacy, compliance, or AI, this episode offers guidance on how to align your data practices with both business value and regulatory rigor.

This episode is a must-listen for privacy professionals, data leaders, and anyone involved in the use of AI in business. Approved by the IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals) for Continuing Privacy Education (CPE) credits.

Tune in to learn how to simplify data minimization for AI in your business—safely, ethically, and effectively.

Listen to Meru Data's podcast — “Best Practices and Tips: Conducting PIA/DPIA” — where we dive deep into the evolving landscape of privacy assessments.

In this episode, Priya Keshav (CEO & Founder, Meru Data) and David A. Zetoony (Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig and Co-Chair of the firm’s U.S. Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Practice) discuss how organizations can effectively perform Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) in light of growing regulatory demands across U.S. states.

You'll learn:

1. DPIA and PIA best practices

2. Key regulatory requirements for conducting DPIAs

3. How to identify and mitigate data privacy risks through comprehensive assessments

4. Ensuring documentation is robust and defensible

5. Discuss common challenges and how to address them

Whether you're building your assessment process from the ground up or optimizing an existing one, this episode is packed with practical insights to help you stay ahead in privacy compliance.

This webinar is approved by the IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP) for Continuing Privacy Education (CPE) Credits.

Tune in and strengthen your privacy program today!

Listen to Meru Data's podcast as we dive into the rapidly evolving world of generative AI and its expanding role in business operations. From enhancing customer service to optimizing AdTech and automating key processes, AI is transforming how companies compete. But with great power comes great responsibility—how can we harness the benefits of AI while staying compliant with privacy laws?

In this insightful episode, Meru Data’s Founder and CEO, Priya Keshav, shares practical guidance on how to effectively govern generative AI models. Backed by her deep expertise in data governance and privacy, Priya explores critical topics such as:

• The risks associated with deploying Gen AI models
• Key laws and regulations impacting the use of generative AI
• Strategies for governing AI responsibly
• Ensuring AI models remain compliant with legal and ethical standards

This episode is a must-listen for privacy professionals, data leaders, and anyone involved in the use of AI in business. Approved by the IAPP (International Association of Privacy Professionals) for Continuing Privacy Education (CPE) credits.

Tune in to learn how to integrate AI into your business safely, ethically, and effectively.