Ready or Not: AI Risk Management for Business Leaders

Maxwell Locke & Ritter recently hosted a webinar designed for executives, board members, and business leaders who are navigating the rapidly evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. The session emphasized that AI is no longer optional, it is inevitable, and provided a straightforward playbook for identifying and mitigating AI risks.

Our Risk Assurance & Advisory Partner, Kate Williams, CPA, CISA, led the discussion and equipped attendees with actionable steps to help organizations adopt AI responsibly, avoid costly missteps, and establish sustainable governance practices.

Understanding AI Risks in 2025

The webinar opened with a candid overview of the most pressing AI risks companies are encountering today. From data security vulnerabilities to reputational damage, participants gained clarity on what is at stake and how to proactively safeguard their organizations.

Key Topics Covered

The session highlighted four focus areas critical for organizations considering AI adoption:

Risk Identification – The top AI risks companies face in 2025 and why they matter.
AI Due Diligence – Practical questions to ask before building or buying AI solutions.
AI Training Risks – How to spot and manage risks from deepfakes, fraud, and shadow AI.
AI Governance – Policies and processes that truly move the needle (and those that don’t).

Moving Forward

With AI adoption accelerating across industries, businesses must strike a balance between innovation and risk management. This webinar highlighted Maxwell Locke & Ritter’s commitment to helping organizations embrace AI with clarity, confidence, and practical guidance.

Want to revisit the key takeaways? You can download the full slide deck from the presentation below.

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