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Artificial intelligence is transforming how startups design products, streamline operations, and serve customers. But with every new AI capability comes new security considerations that many organizations overlook until it's too late. This workshop explores the evolving cybersecurity risks associated with integrating AI into products, workflows, and business operations. Designed specifically for founders and technical leaders, this session examines how AI introduces new attack surfaces, including data exposure through third-party models, insecure integrations, software supply chain vulnerabilities, and vendor risk.

Who Should Attend

• Hardware and manufacturing startup founders
• AI product developers and technical leaders
• Engineering and product management teams
• Companies supporting defense or government supply chains
• Entrepreneurs integrating AI into products or operations
• Anyone responsible for technology, cybersecurity, or compliance

About the Instructor

Tammy Roust, Ph.D., CFA, CAIA, CISSP, is the Founder and CEO of FAIT Consulting, a secure-by-design AI consulting firm specializing in AI governance, cybersecurity, and CMMC compliance for defense manufacturers. With more than 25 years of experience, Tammy has held leadership roles at NASA/JPL, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, the State of Illinois, and the U.S. Treasury, where she led AI governance initiatives through major federal policy transitions. She is also the founder of FlexGrid AI, giving her firsthand experience navigating the security challenges of building AI-driven products.

About the Organization

FAIT Consulting helps organizations adopt artificial intelligence securely and responsibly. Specializing in AI governance, cybersecurity, and compliance, the firm partners with businesses—particularly those in manufacturing and regulated industries—to build secure AI solutions that align with industry standards, reduce risk, and support long-term innovation.