Mentor Q&A: Breaking into privacy, early career development, and AI

IAPP Diversity Network Web Conference

Broadcast date: 29 Oct. 2026

Time: 08:00–09:00 PDT, 11:00–12:00 EDT, 16:00–17:00 CET

Technology is evolving, as a consequence Privacy, as well —and so are the paths into the profession. As AI, regulation, and technology reshape the field, there are more opportunities than ever for people from diverse academic, professional, and personal backgrounds to break into and build long lasting careers in privacy (and AI?) This panel explores how to navigate early-career growth and develop the skills needed to thrive at the intersection of privacy and AI.