Better Boards Conference 2026
Pathfinders – Governing with Courage
31 July - 1 August • Cairns Convention Centre
Presentation
Data, People and Popsicle Sticks: The Truth About AI Governance
Tammy Ven Dange
Strategic IT Advisor for NFPs, Roundbox Consulting
Tammy Ven Dange of Roundbox Consulting is a former Association President, charity CEO, and IT executive with more than 25 years’ experience working with Not for Profit organisations and their boards. Having served on multiple boards herself, Tammy understands governance pressures from the inside, not just as an advisor, but as a decision-maker.
Through her work, she helps boards and executives navigate AI, cybersecurity, privacy, and data governance in practical, non-technical terms. Tammy is known for using clear frameworks and memorable stories to cut through hype and fear, enabling boards to make better technology decisions with confidence.
Boards are increasingly asking for AI strategies, embedding AI into strategic plans, and worrying they’re falling behind. Too often, this pressure creates unrealistic expectations and unnecessary risk because the fundamentals of good governance are being forgotten.
In this session, Tammy Ven Dange of Roundbox Consulting will cut through the hype to reframe AI for what it really is - a tool. Drawing on her experience advising Not for Profit boards and executives, Tammy walks attendees through the core governance requirements outside of policies.
Delivered through a highly visual and story-driven presentation, this session gives boards a practical lens for making confident, grounded decisions about AI.
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