Operationalizing AI Ethics: A Guide for Companies with Benjamin Roome

In this episode of "People and AI," host Karthik Ramakrishnan interviews Dr. Benjamin Roome, founder of Ethical Resolve and CEO of Badge List, to discuss the intersection of AI, ethics, and innovation. Dr. Roome shares insights on operationalizing ethical AI practices, exploring issues like disparate impact, the four-fifths rule, and the importance of continuous improvement beyond legal compliance. The conversation covers real-world cases such as Realpage's antitrust investigation and Mednition’s responsible AI in healthcare, along with strategies for mitigating risks, fostering transparency, and using digital credentialing to bridge workforce gaps.