Dr. Carolyn Nguyen is an independent consultant working with stakeholders across domains to shape policy development on issues related to data governance, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation. Her diverse background includes equal time spent in technology research and product development; business development; and technology policy – each in areas of emerging technologies. This has informed and brought more holistic approaches to her policy development work.She is currently a board member of the Datasphere Initiative. Previously, she was Director, Technology Policy at Microsoft, where she also held leadership roles in a range of global policy and business initiatives, including the OECD Network of Experts on AI, the B20, the International Chamber of Commerce, and the Internet Governance Forum. Prior to joining Microsoft, Carolyn held positions with Research in Motion, Avaya Communications, Lucent Technologies, and Bell Laboratories, working both in the US and abroad.