Wills Catling – Director of Privacy & AI Governance, FIP, CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPT, CIPM Background –Wills Catling is a Director at Myna Partners, where he brings more than 17 years of expertise in Privacy, Data Protection, and AI Governance. In his role, Wills leads multidisciplinary teams focused on developing comprehensive privacy strategies, AI governance frameworks, and scalable operational processes for global organizations. His work emphasizes translating complex regulatory requirements into pragmatic, risk‑based programs that support long‑term organizational maturity.  Before joining Myna Partners, Wills served as a Director at Promontory Financial Group, a division of IBM Consulting, where he advised multinational organizations on regulatory and operational privacy challenges across diverse legal jurisdictions. His prior 7.5‑year tenure with the International Association of Privacy Professionals (IAPP)—the world’s largest association of privacy professionals—provided him deep insight into the global evolution of data protection standards. Experience, Skills, and Expertise –Wills has extensive experience designing and implementing privacy compliance programs aligned with major global regulations, including the GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, GLBA, and other global PRivacy laws. He works closely with stakeholders across IT, HR, Finance, Legal, Sales, and Marketing to embed privacy into organizational culture and decision‑making. His client background spans pharmaceuticals, life sciences, biotech, financial services, digital currencies, and emerging technology sectors. [myna.com] Wills also contributes regularly to professional forums and industry events. He has participated in the Privacy + Security Forum, InfoSec World, shared insights in Myna’s Meet the Director series, and continues to mentor professionals entering the field. Certifications and Education –Wills is a Fellow of Information Privacy (FIP) and holds multiple IAPP certifications, including CIPP/E, CIPP/US, CIPM, and CIPP/IT, with credential records dating back to 2010–2015. He also holds advanced OneTrust certifications in Privacy Management, Data Discovery & Governance, PIA & DPIA Automation, Privacy Rights Automation, and Data Mapping Automation. He has additionally served on advisory boards, including the International Privacy & Security Forum, contributing thought leadership to the broader privacy community.