Maks Kiamos Shah | Head Data Design Authority
Syngenta Group

Maks Kiamos Shah is a global data and AI strategist, board advisor, and digital transformation leader with over 35 years of experience driving data, AI, and technology transformation across agriculture, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, and environmental sectors. As Head of Data Design Authority at Syngenta, she leads enterprise-wide data and AI governance, global standards, and cross-organizational interoperability initiatives. A recognized governance expert, Maks specializes in AI governance, data strategy, digital trust, cybersecurity, and IT risk management. She has advised leadership teams on governance frameworks, emerging technologies, and enterprise transformation programs that enable innovation while strengthening compliance and risk oversight. An active speaker, author, and board advisor, Maks regularly presents at international industry events on responsible AI, data governance, and digital transformation. Her work focuses on helping organizations build trusted, resilient data foundations that enable innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.