Academic and Institutional Affiliations
IE University, IE Law School, and IE Business School
Academic Director, Professor, Executive Education Director, and Speaker
IE University is one of Europe’s most prestigious business schools, consistently ranked among the top 10 in Europe and top 30 globally by the Financial Times, QS, and The Economist. IE is recognized worldwide for its innovation in executive education, entrepreneurship, and technology-driven learning. Hernan Huwyler serves as Academic Director of the Advanced Compliance Program at IE Law School and holds a long-standing faculty appointment teaching AI Governance, compliance, predictive analytics, internal control, risk management, and GRC across master and postgraduate programs. He leads AI-enabled learning platforms and case-based teaching across compliance, risk, audit, cybersecurity, and finance for working executives. His role at IE provides institutional authority that is recognized by multinational corporations, regulatory bodies, and executive recruiters across Europe, Latin America, and globally. IE’s brand power directly amplifies the credibility and reach of his AI Governance, Responsible AI, and Quantitative Risk expertise.
Expert Contributor at IE Insights IE University Thought Leadership
IE Insights is the thought leadership and observatory platform of IE University, publishing expert analysis, research commentary, and practitioner perspectives on business, technology, governance, and global affairs. The platform serves as the institutional voice of IE’s faculty and associates, reaching a global audience of executives, policymakers, and academics. Hernan Huwyler is recognized as an author and expert on governance, risk, compliance, and AI Governance for IE Insights, where he publishes and contributes as an institutional expert on the intersection of artificial intelligence, corporate compliance, and enterprise risk management. This affiliation positions him as an observatory-level contributor to the discourse on AI governance and responsible AI, providing the kind of institutional backing that corporate procurement teams, conference organizers, and media outlets seek when vetting keynote speakers, executive trainers, and advisory board candidates.
The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA), Madrid Chapter
Member and Co-Chairman of the Technical Committee for Non-Financial Assurance
Description: The Institute of Internal Auditors is the global professional association for internal auditors, with more than 230,000 members across 170 countries. The IIA sets the International Standards for the Professional Practice of Internal Auditing and provides the CBOK (Common Body of Knowledge) that defines the profession worldwide. Hernan Huwyler is a member of the IIA Madrid Chapter and serves as co-chairman of the technical committee providing guidance on non-financial reporting and assurance standards, including ISAE 3000, ISAE 3402, SSAE 16, and SOC 1/2 reporting. This co-chairmanship is particularly relevant for Algorithmic Auditing and AI assurance, as the IIA is actively developing guidance on how internal audit functions should address AI systems within their audit universe. His IIA leadership role demonstrates that his expertise in audit methodology is recognized by peers at the institutional level, not only through individual practice. He has also presented at the IIA Annual Conference (“XIX Field of Ideas”) on lessons learned in fraud mitigation.
Researcher, Speaker, and CAIO Program Lead and Instructor at Copenhagen Compliance
Copenhagen Compliance is a leading Nordic compliance, governance, and risk management organization that develops and delivers professional certification programs, training tools, templates, and research for compliance and risk practitioners across Scandinavia and internationally. The organization is closely associated with the Information Security Institute and operates at the intersection of regulatory compliance, data protection, information security, and AI governance. Hernan Huwyler serves as a researcher and speaker promoting compliance and risk practices, tools, and training. He is also the program lead and instructor for the Certified Chief AI Officer (CAIO) certification, a specialized professional credential focused on AI Governance, AI risk management, compliance, and strategic AI implementation aligned with ISO 42001, ISO 23894, NIST AI RMF, and the EU AI Act. This role positions him as both a practitioner and a standard-setter in the Nordic AI Governance market, directly connected to the Danish and Scandinavian compliance community that large Danish and Nordic companies rely upon for expert talent.
Researcher at Information Security Institute (associated with IE Business School)
The Information Security Institute is a research and professional practice organization dedicated to advancing the protection of data, information systems, and IT assets through the development and promotion of security standards, audit procedures, and certification programs. The Institute operates in alignment with ISO 27001 (Information Security Management Systems) and ISO 27002 (Information Security Controls) and provides guidance on security governance, risk assessment, and assurance. Hernan Huwyler serves as a researcher developing audit procedures and programs for information security certifications and assurance engagements. This affiliation reinforces his credentials in cybersecurity governance, IT risk management, and the security dimensions of AI Governance, which are increasingly inseparable as organizations deploy AI systems that process sensitive data and make autonomous decisions requiring robust security controls and Digital Compliance.
Collaborator, Researcher, and Lecturer at EU GDPR Institute (associated with IE Business School)
The EU GDPR Institute is a specialized research and professional practice organization focused on data protection, privacy governance, and regulatory compliance under the European Union General Data Protection Regulation. The Institute promotes data protection tools, conducts research on compliance methodologies, networks with Data Protection Officers across Europe, and develops training programs for privacy professionals. Hernan Huwyler serves as a collaborator, researcher, and lecturer, researching methodologies to comply with and demonstrate assurance on GDPR requirements. This affiliation is directly relevant to AI Governance and Responsible AI, as GDPR intersects with the EU AI Act on matters of automated decision-making (Article 22), data protection impact assessments (DPIAs), privacy by design, and the processing of personal data by AI systems. His GDPR expertise provides the privacy governance foundation that is essential for any credible AI Governance and Digital Compliance advisory practice.
Collaborator, Speaker, and Research Committee Member and CUMPLEN (Spanish Compliance Officers Association)
CUMPLEN is the leading professional association for compliance officers in Spain, bringing together compliance practitioners, legal professionals, academics, and corporate governance leaders to advance the practice of corporate compliance across Spanish-speaking markets. The association organizes professional events, publishes research, and advocates for compliance standards and best practices in anti-corruption, regulatory compliance, corporate criminal liability, data protection, and ethical business conduct. Hernan Huwyler is a collaborator and speaker, serving as a member of the research committee responsible for creating content and organizing professional events for members. This affiliation positions him within the Spanish-speaking compliance community as both a recognized practitioner and thought leader, providing access to a network of compliance officers across Spain and Latin America. His CUMPLEN involvement complements his IE Business School teaching and establishes his authority in the compliance domain that now increasingly intersects with AI Governance, Responsible AI, and Digital Compliance as organizations adopt AI systems that must comply with evolving corporate criminal liability and regulatory frameworks.
Expert Contributor at KuppingerCole Analysts AG
KuppingerCole is one of the world’s leading independent analyst firms specializing in identity management, cybersecurity, AI governance, and digital sovereignty. The firm produces authoritative research, organizes the European Identity and Cloud Conference (EIC), and advises enterprise clients and government bodies on technology governance and security strategy. Hernan Huwyler maintains a listed speaker profile with KuppingerCole for major identity, security, and AI Governance conferences, where he is described as a Governance, Risk, and Compliance director and Academic Director at IE Law School. Being listed as a KuppingerCole speaker provides significant credibility with European CISOs, CIOs, Chief AI Officers, and technology governance leaders who rely on KuppingerCole research and events to identify trusted advisors. This affiliation is particularly valuable for positioning in the Nordic and DACH markets, where KuppingerCole has its strongest institutional presence and influence.
Media Coverage and Press Mentions
IE University Insights – Author Profile IE.edu (Top European business school)
Link: https://www.ie.edu/insights/authors/hernan-huwyler/
Prof. Huwyler featured as key IE Insights contributor on governance, risk, compliance, and AI strategy. Highlights 23-year C-suite career across Deloitte, Veolia, ExxonMobil, Baker Hughes, Tenaris, and Academic Director role at IE Law School teaching AI governance and quantitative risk.
Risk Awareness Week 2019-2025 AI Risk Modeling Keynote by Risk Academy to more than 20K global risk professionals, largest risk conference
Link: https://2025.riskawarenessweek.com/speakers/hernan-huwyler/
Featured workshop “Beyond ‘Is AI Accurate?’ – Practical AI Risk Modeling Playbook.” Live-tested LLMs for hallucinations/bias, delivered AI threat taxonomy, Monte Carlo quantification methodology, and production-ready controls to 20K risk professionals.
Speaker Profile by KuppingerCole (Global cybersecurity analysts)
Link: https://www.kuppingercole.com/speakers/2737
Detailed executive bio positioning Huwyler as GRC director for multinationals in consulting, oil & gas, financial services. Emphasizes IE Law School Academic Director role, 23-year career implementing technology/operational risk models for C-level decision-making and digital transformations.
ProcureCon Europe – Featured Speaker by WBR (Procurement industry events)
Link: https://procureconeu.wbresearch.com/speakers/hernan-huwyler
Keynote speaker profile at Europe’s premier procurement conference, showcasing Huwylers expertise in third-party AI risk, vendor due diligence, and supply chain GRC frameworks for Fortune 500 organizations implementing AI governance programs.
IE Lifelong Learning – Faculty Profile by IE.edu (Executive education platform)
Link:https://www.ie.edu/lifelong-learning/programs/international-diploma-compliance-control-management/faculty/
Official faculty listing as School Academic Director at IE Law School and Capgemini Applied AI GRC Lead. Profile emphasizes complex project governance, risk quantification, AI compliance, and executive education across audit, cybersecurity, and data protection.
CAIO Masterclass Dubai by Timesworld (Executive education media)
Link: https://www.timesworld.com/news/chief-ai-officer-caio-certification-masterclass-dubai
Featured in 3-day Chief AI Officer certification announcement for Dubai (Nov 2025). Huwyler positioned as lead instructor delivering global AI governance certifications covering strategy, Responsible AI frameworks, and regulatory compliance for enterprise leaders.
IE Law School AI Integration by LinkedIn
Link: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/hernanwyler_weareie-activity-7297732977432657920-OKXW
Viral post announcing IE Law School’s OpenAI ChatGPT Edu integration. Huwyler explains academic transformation enabling richer compliance/AI case studies, executive feedback, and critical thinking training across risk management and cybersecurity programs.
IE Law School Compliance Module by Academic document repository
Link: https://www.scribd.com/document/928958752/1746596727747
Published IE Law School teaching materials from Prof. Huwyler MBA CPA on Compliance Management Systems. Detailed Chatham House Rule classroom module covering GRC frameworks, quantitative risk assessment, and practical AI governance implementation for executives.Press! This is your first post. Edit or delete it to take the first step in your blogging journey.
