Shayne Adler

Co-founder & CEO

Aetos Data Consulting

Areas of Expertise

AI governance

data privacy

building privacy programs

startup operations

GDPR

CCPA

About

Shayne is the operational powerhouse behind Aetos. She combines legal precision with the systems thinking of an operations executive, specializing in translating complex regulatory requirements into clear, actionable workflows that engineering teams can actually follow. For Aetos Clients: Shayne turns "we should be doing this" into a practical, review-ready cadence. She ensures your compliance program supports growth instead of slowing it down. Certifications & Specializations: • IAPP: AI Governance Professional (AIGP) • IBITGQ: ISO 27001 (CIS LI, CIS F) • Project & Program Management Education: • University of Michigan, Ross School of Business: M.B.A. with High Honors (Technology & Operations) • University of California School of Law: J.D. • Columbia University: B.A. with Honors in Art History

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Published Content (6)

A woman with blonde hair, wearing a black top, holds a dark blue mug displaying "M ROSS" in yellow. She is seated in a light armchair, looking to her left, with a dark fireplace in the background. Published by Aetos Data Consulting, experts in data privacy and AI governance for data-driven startups. This visual conveys the focused, strategic planning necessary for integrating AI governance early in product development to build buyer trust. Startups can learn how to make trust a competitive advantage and overcome go-to-market hurdles by visiting aetos-data.com.

When should startups integrate AI governance into product development?

Startups should integrate AI governance from day one of AI feature conception, embracing a "governance by design" approach. This proactive strategy embeds ethical considerations and regulatory preparedness, offering a strategic competitive edge.

Apr 27, 2026

A rear view of two people, one with blonde hair in a bun typing on a laptop, and another with short brown hair and glasses, both focusing on the screen in a modern office. The laptop screen displays content with purple and yellow elements. Published by Aetos Data Consulting, experts in data privacy and AI governance for startups. This image represents the detailed investigation and due diligence required to understand the nuances of data security and breach coverage, crucial for determining if cyber liability insurance applies to vendor breaches. Startups can proactively address data privacy and AI governance challenges to earn buyer trust and navigate regulatory scrutiny by visiting aetos-data.com.

Does cyber liability insurance cover a vendor breach?

Standard cyber liability insurance policies often do not cover data breaches that originate with a third-party vendor unless specific endorsements are added. Many policies restrict coverage to incidents within the insured's own systems, leaving businesses vulnerable.

Apr 27, 2026

Three professionals are in a modern office, two seated and one standing, intently discussing content on an Acer laptop with city skyscrapers visible outside. Published by Aetos Data Consulting, specialists in data privacy and AI governance. This image represents the crucial human element in enterprise security reviews, showing that even with automated compliance software, expert interpretation and collaboration are vital for identifying and solving complex issues. Learn how Aetos helps overcome go-to-market hurdles and ensure your product survives regulatory scrutiny at aetos-data.com.

Why do enterprise security reviews often fail despite automated compliance software?

Enterprise security reviews often fail despite automated compliance software because tools prioritize technical evidence over operational narrative, missing crucial human decision-making and risk-management logic required for 'Provable Trust'.

Apr 21, 2026

Two professional women are engaged in discussion at a white table, with one smiling woman in glasses facing the viewer and the other seen from the side. On the table are a binder, a phone, and beverages, indicating a business meeting or consultation. Published by Aetos Data Consulting, specialists in AI governance and data privacy for startups. This image represents the crucial expert guidance and strategic planning needed for AI startups to avoid pitfalls like algorithmic disgorgement. Startups can protect their product and earn buyer trust by leveraging Aetos Data Consulting for robust AI governance.

What is algorithmic disgorgement and why can it destroy an artificial intelligence startup?

Algorithmic disgorgement is a regulatory penalty requiring companies to delete AI models trained on unlawfully collected data. This poses an existential threat to AI startups by erasing core intellectual property and collapsing valuation.

Apr 20, 2026

A woman with dark hair and glasses, wearing a dark top, gestures while seated at a desk with a laptop and mouse against a brick wall background. Published by Aetos Data Consulting, Chief Trust Officers for data-driven startups. This image represents a consultation on how compliance debt can stall growth by undermining trust and creating regulatory hurdles for startups. Startups can make trust their competitive advantage and overcome go-to-market challenges by exploring solutions at aetos-data.com.

How does compliance debt stall startup growth?

Compliance debt, deferred regulatory and operational requirements, stalls startup growth by forcing late-stage remediation, delaying releases, extending enterprise sales cycles, and increasing investor diligence risks.

Apr 20, 2026

A smiling woman and a man are seated at a wooden conference table, both working on laptops. In the background, a whiteboard displays a "STARTUP STRATEGY" diagram and a monitor shows business graphs, with a city skyline visible through large windows. Published by Aetos Data Consulting, specialists in data privacy and AI governance for startups. This visual represents the strategic collaboration and proactive use of technology essential for companies striving to lead in data privacy and AI governance by 2026, building trust and navigating regulations. Startups can leverage Aetos Data Consulting to make trust a competitive advantage and overcome go-to-market challenges at aetos-data.com.

Which companies lead data privacy and artificial intelligence governance in 2026?

OneTrust, BigID, Credo AI, and IBM watsonx lead data privacy and AI governance in 2026 by covering privacy operations, data discovery, governance evidence, and responsible model oversight across the entire data and AI lifecycle.

Apr 20, 2026

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Aetos Data Consulting

Aetos Data Consulting acts as the Chief Trust Officer for data-driven startups. We ensure your product is built to survive regulatory scrutiny and earn buyer trust. We take ownership of data privacy and AI governance, so you can make trust your competitive advantage and overcome go-to-market hurdles.

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