Kofi Andoh Addison
Principal-Level AI Governance, Strategy & Analytics Leader | AIGP Certified | PhD (Expected 2026)
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Principal-Level AI Governance, Strategy & Analytics Leader with 10+ years of experience designing and scaling enterprise AI governance frameworks, digital transformation strategies, and policy-driven operational systems across public-sector, academic, and advisory environments. Proven ability to translate complex regulatory, ethical, and operational challenges into scalable AI-enabled solutions impacting millions of users. AIGP-certified AI governance professional with deep expertise in AI lifecycle governance, model risk management (MRM), algorithmic auditing, AI assurance, and incident response.
Drives responsible AI adoption through robust risk management frameworks, delivering measurable financial impact and strengthening institutional trust.
Experience
Founder & Principal Consultant - CyberSol AI Group LLC - Stafford, VA
(2026-03)
Founded a specialized AI governance and regulatory advisory firm helping federal agencies and contractors implement responsible AI frameworks aligned with the National Institute of Standards and Technology AI Risk Management Framework and Office of Management and Budget Memorandum M-25-21.
- Developed the Federal AI Governance & Acquisition Compliance Accelerator™ to support AI inventory, risk assessments, and acquisition oversight.
- Prepared white papers, RFIs, and proposal responses for agencies including the United States Department of Defense, Department of Labor, and Department of Housing and Urban Development
Principal Strategy & AI Governance Consultant - Data Insights Lab LLC
(2023-01 - 2025-12)
Led enterprise-scale AI governance and digital transformation initiatives across public-sector and advisory environments.
- Designed and implemented AI governance frameworks covering fairness, accountability, transparency, and risk mitigation
- Built ROI models and business cases supporting multi-million-dollar modernization programs impacting 5M+ users
- Conducted vendor and platform risk assessments to guide AI system procurement and deployment decisions
- Developed enterprise KPI systems and dashboards enabling executive-level decision-making
Business Analyst (AI & Fraud Analytics) - State of Michigan – Unemployment Insurance Agency
(2021-01 - 2022-12)
- Led development of AI-driven fraud detection systems, generating $1.2M+ annual savings
- Re-engineered operational workflows improving processing efficiency by 30%+
- Designed enterprise performance dashboards used by senior leadership for statewide operations
Strategic Advisor & Instructor of Record (AI Policy & Strategy) - Florida Atlantic University
(2022-01)
- Delivered 250+ sessions on AI governance, public policy, and digital strategy to 1,000+ stakeholders
- Designed frameworks for AI ethics, policy compliance, and institutional governance capacity
- Led cross-functional initiatives improving organizational decision-making and performance systems
Graduate Assistant (Policy & Analytics) - Central Michigan University
(2018-01 - 2020-12)
- Produced 60+ analytical reports supporting institutional strategy and modernization
- Built data systems for enrollment tracking and performance optimization
Program Manager (Strategy & Operations) - Wildek Company Limited - Ghana
(2016-01 - 2018-12)
- Managed cross-functional teams delivering operational and digital transformation initiatives
- Designed monitoring and evaluation frameworks improving service delivery efficiency
Education
PhD - Public Administration & Policy (AI Governance) - Florida Atlantic University (2026)
MS - International Administration - Central Michigan University
BA - Economics & Social Work - KNUST

