Workshop: Responsible AI in Practice: A Hands-On Introduction to Harm Assessment for Generative and Agentic Systems

November 18, 2025

Prerequisite: None

Ken Johnston

Vice President of Data, Analytics, and AI

Envorso

As generative AI and agent-based systems rapidly transition from experimental to essential in analytics workflows, data and AI teams are being asked to do more than just build performant models—they must ensure these systems are fair, safe, transparent, and aligned with organizational values. But how?

In this interactive 90-minute tutorial, AI and data science leader Ken Johnston—former technologist at Microsoft and Ford—introduces participants to the practical tools and frameworks of responsible AI, including the CSET AI Harm Framework and the NIST AI Risk Management Framework (RMF). Attendees will explore how to assess and mitigate risks in generative and agentic AI applications through real-world case studies, guided exercises, and collaborative discussion.

Whether you're building AI copilots, deploying agentic decision systems, or embedding LLMs into analytics pipelines, this session will equip you with actionable techniques to identify and address ethical and societal risks early in the development lifecycle.

Topics include:

  • What makes AI “responsible”—and what can go wrong when it’s not
  • Understanding tangible and intangible harms in AI systems
  • Using incident case studies to spot overlooked risks
  • Applying harm assessment methods to your own projects
  • Crafting red flag criteria and escalation paths for AI initiative

Agenda Key

  • Analyst Insights: the latest trends and research delivered by TDWI analysts.
  • Expert Best Practices: experts, with in-the-trenches expertise, focus on best practices and successful real-world applications
  • Curated Case Studies: case studies, delivered by experts in the field, with a focus on actionable takeaways
  • Tech-in-Action: moderated technology demos and case study sessions that enable attendees to assess all the latest AI applications and technologies
  • Workshop: Interactive session where leaders come together with peers, with an expert facilitator, to discuss common challenges and proven best practices

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