Want to break into AI Governance? This is your playbook.
In this episode of Lunchtime BABLing, BABL AI CEO Dr. Shea Brown is joined by COO Jeffery Recker and CSO Bryan Ilg to tackle one of the most common questions they get: How do I start a career in AI governance?
From understanding what AI governance really is to outlining the steps needed to become a credible candidate, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone hoping to enter one of today’s fastest-growing and most impactful fields.
More Than a Buzzword
AI governance is no longer a theoretical talking point—it’s a business imperative. Whether you’re in legal, compliance, product, procurement, HR, or tech, AI is already touching your work. And someone needs to be responsible for how it’s used. That’s where governance comes in.
But how do you get started?
The BABL team outlines three distinct entry points into the field:
- Applying directly to governance-specific roles
- Expanding your current responsibilities to include AI oversight
- Building something new as an entrepreneur or intrapreneur
- No matter your background, there’s a path in.
Do You Need to Be Technical?
Not necessarily. As Bryan explains, his journey from telecom to AI auditing didn’t require an engineering degree—but it did require curiosity, systems thinking, and the ability to speak the language of risk and regulation. It’s about learning to see AI not just as a technology, but as a process with implications for human judgment, decision-making, and compliance.
Skills That Matter
From effective prompting and hands-on AI use to critical thinking and cross-functional collaboration, the episode emphasizes that real-world experience and mindset matter more than buzzwords. Other key themes include:
- Risk awareness as the #1 hiring priority
- Building credibility through projects and credentials
- Joining communities and volunteering to expand your network
- Niche strategy: Why going narrow can help you stand out
- Why this field is a marathon, not a sprint
Success Stories & Takeaways
The team shares practical advice, personal anecdotes, and success stories from learners who’ve used BABL AI’s programs to level up, get job offers, and lead change from within their organizations.
As Jeffery puts it: “The time is now. Most companies don’t even know how to define what they need—but if you show up ready to lead, they’ll listen.”
Where to Find Episodes
Lunchtime BABLing can be found on YouTube, Simplecast, and all major podcast streaming platforms.
Need Help?
Looking to explore a career in AI governance beyond the headlines? Visit BABL AI’s website for more resources on AI governance, risk, algorithmic audits, and compliance.
