An Interview with Mert Çuhadaroğlu

In this episode of Lunchtime BABLing, BABL AI CEO Dr. Shea Brown sits down with Mert Çuhadaroğlu, Program Manager of BABL AI’s AI & Algorithm Auditor Certification Program, for an in-depth conversation about careers in AI governance, responsible AI, and what it really takes to become an AI auditor. Mert shares his unique professional journey — from banking and finance, to career coaching and publishing, to becoming a leading figure in AI ethics and auditing. Now based in Istanbul, Mert plays a critical role in guiding and evaluating BABL AI certification students, including reviewing capstone projects and supporting professionals from a wide range of backgrounds. Together, Shea and Mert discuss: What makes BABL AI’s AI & Algorithm Auditor Certification different from other AI governance programs Whether you need a technical background to succeed in AI auditing The real-world demand for AI auditors and AI governance professionals Common career paths for certification graduates What students actually do in the capstone project (including LLM and generative AI use cases) How BABL AI’s certifications compare to other industry credentials An overview of BABL AI’s additional certification programs, including EU AI Act Quality Management Systems, AI Governance for Business Professionals, and AI for Legal Professionals This episode is both a behind-the-scenes look at BABL AI’s training philosophy and a practical guide for anyone considering a career in AI assurance, audit, or governance. Check out the babl.ai website for more stuff on AI Governance and Responsible AI!