HARRISBURG, Pa. — (Nov. 20, 2024) McNees Wallace & Nurick attorney Yangmo “Harvey” Ahn, has earned the certified Artificial Intelligence Governance Professional (AIGP) credential through the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP).

Ahn is an Associate in McNees’ Intellectual Property (IP) Group and collaborates with the firm’s Privacy and Data Security Group to understand clients’ technology and help them plan for and protect their intellectual property rights. Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance professionals are tasked with the critical responsibility of evaluating AI, integrating relevant standards and best practices, and developing and implementing strategies for compliance with applicable laws and regulations. With the global expansion of AI technology, there is a rapid cross-industry need for professionals to understand and execute AI governance in a safe and responsible manner. The AIGP credential demonstrates that Ahn has the competency to build, use and manage AI to prevent unnecessary risk or harm to organizations, its customers or the public.

"As AI technology continues to evolve at an unprecedented pace, it is crucial to have qualified professionals who can navigate the complex landscape of AI governance,” said Shawn Leppo, co-chair of the Intellectual Property Group. “Harvey’s enthusiasm for AI and his AIGP credential will add value to our legal clients who are looking to develop responsible AI practices.”

The AIGP certification was developed and launched by the IAPP in tandem with the IAPP AI Governance Center. Ahn joins the ranks of a robust community of qualified AI governance professionals who are working to establish trustworthy, safe and responsible AI worldwide.

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The IAPP is the largest and most comprehensive global information privacy and AI governance community and resource. Founded in 2000, the IAPP is a not-for-profit organization that helps define, support and improve the privacy profession globally. More information about the IAPP is available at www.iapp.org.

McNees is a multidisciplinary law firm founded in 1935 with nearly 160 attorneys representing businesses, associations, institutions, municipalities and individuals. The firm serves clients worldwide from offices in Devon, Harrisburg, Lancaster, Pittsburgh, Scranton, State College and York, Pa.; Columbus, Ohio; Frederick and Towson, Md.; and Washington, D.C. McNees is a member of the ALFA International Global Legal Network.

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