Stephen Fox

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Stephen is a seasoned risk and IT professional with over 20 years of industry experience. He possesses extensive expertise in the Governance, Risk and Compliance (GRC) domain, with a particular emphasis on Operational Risk, Compliance, Audit and AI Governance. Throughout his career, Stephen has collaborated with both software vendors and clients, giving him a unique perspective on the challenges and business advantages of effectively implementing risk solutions. He is particularly passionate about leveraging artificial intelligence to enhance data quality and improve decision-making in the non-financial risk space. Stephen has conducted numerous risk engagements across Southeast Asia, including Australia, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand, showcasing his ability to navigate diverse regulatory environments. Prior to joining IBM, Stephen served as an Executive Risk Manager at the Commonwealth Bank of Australia (CBA), the nation’s largest bank. In this capacity, he supported the bank's Advanced Measurement Approach (AMA) accredited Operational Risk Model, developed the Analytics framework, and facilitated the implementation of OpenPages.