
AI Governance for the Companies That Actually Need It
AI Governance for the Companies That Actually Need It
Enterprise-quality AI risk assessment, governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance — built for mid-market organisations navigating the EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, and beyond.
Enterprise-quality AI risk assessment, governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance — built for mid-market organisations navigating the EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, and beyond.


Your AI systems are moving fast. Your governance doesn't have to fall behind.
Regulatory obligations are multiplying. AI systems are being deployed faster than governance can keep up. VeridianTech Co. brings Big 4 rigour to organisations that can't afford Big 4 fees — translating complex frameworks into practical, actionable governance.
Big 4 expertise, accessible pricing
Senior-level AI governance advisory previously available only to enterprise clients — now built for mid-market reality.
Big 4 expertise, accessible pricing
Senior-level AI governance advisory previously available only to enterprise clients — now built for mid-market reality.
Big 4 expertise, accessible pricing
Senior-level AI governance advisory previously available only to enterprise clients — now built for mid-market reality.
Regulation-ready from day one
Deep expertise in EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, and ISO 42001 means assessments that hold up to regulatory scrutiny.
Regulation-ready from day one
Deep expertise in EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, and ISO 42001 means assessments that hold up to regulatory scrutiny.
Regulation-ready from day one
Deep expertise in EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, and ISO 42001 means assessments that hold up to regulatory scrutiny.
AI-powered delivery
Proprietary agentic AI tools accelerate assessment and monitoring, passing efficiency savings to clients without compromising quality.
AI-powered delivery
Proprietary agentic AI tools accelerate assessment and monitoring, passing efficiency savings to clients without compromising quality.
AI-powered delivery
Proprietary agentic AI tools accelerate assessment and monitoring, passing efficiency savings to clients without compromising quality.
Three continents of experience
12+ years across PwC, EY, and KPMG in the UK, East Africa, and the US — global standards, local context.
Three continents of experience
12+ years across PwC, EY, and KPMG in the UK, East Africa, and the US — global standards, local context.
Three continents of experience
12+ years across PwC, EY, and KPMG in the UK, East Africa, and the US — global standards, local context.
ABOUT VERIDIANTECH CO.
Founded on three continents of Big 4 experience. Built for the organisations that need it most.
VeridianTech Co. is a boutique AI governance and technology risk advisory firm. After 12+ years leading complex IT risk and audit engagements at PwC, EY, and KPMG across Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, Founder Sonia Kentaro built VeridianTech to give mid-market organisations access to the same rigour — without the Big 4 price tag.
Regulatory expertise
Deep working knowledge of EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, and ISO 42001 — applied practically, not theoretically.
AI-powered tools
Proprietary assessment and monitoring tools that accelerate delivery and pass efficiency savings directly to clients.
Human oversight always
Every assessment is reviewed and refined by Sonia — no automated output reaches a client without expert judgment applied.

SECTOR EXPERIENCE
12+
Years of Big 4 consulting experience
3
Continents — UK, East Africa, and the US
12+
Years of Big 4 consulting experience
3
Continents — UK, East Africa, and the US
12+
Years of Big 4 consulting experience
3
Continents — UK, East Africa, and the US
Our Services
Five services. One firm. Complete AI governance coverage.
Industries We Serve
AI governance expertise across the industries where risk matters most
Financial Services
Healthcare
Technology & AI
Professional Services
Energy & Utilities
Telecommunications
Insurance
Public Sector
Education
Retail & E-commerce
Legal & Compliance
Manufacturing
HOW WE WORK
From first conversation to ongoing compliance — four steps
Step
1
Discovery call
A free 30-minute conversation to understand your AI landscape, regulatory context, and governance priorities. No obligation, no jargon.
Step
3
Assessment and delivery
We conduct the engagement using our AI-powered tools combined with expert human review, delivering clear, actionable outputs your team can use immediately.
Step
2
Scoping and proposal
We prepare a tailored proposal outlining scope, methodology, timeline, and investment — built around your specific systems and obligations.
Step
4
Ongoing partnership
Many clients continue with quarterly governance reviews to maintain compliance posture as their AI systems evolve and regulations change — particularly as EU AI Act obligations phase in through 2026 and 2027.
by the numbers
The credentials and experience behind every engagement
Experience
+
Years in Big 4 consulting
PwC · EY · KPMG
3 continents
Experience
+
Years in Big 4 consulting
PwC · EY · KPMG
3 continents
Experience
+
Years in Big 4 consulting
PwC · EY · KPMG
3 continents
Credentials
+
Professional certifications
CISA · ACCA · ISO 42001
EU AI Act · NIST · COBIT
Credentials
+
Professional certifications
CISA · ACCA · ISO 42001
EU AI Act · NIST · COBIT
Credentials
+
Professional certifications
CISA · ACCA · ISO 42001
EU AI Act · NIST · COBIT
Regulatory Focus
AI governance frameworks
EU AI Act · NIST AI RMF
ISO 42001
Regulatory Focus
AI governance frameworks
EU AI Act · NIST AI RMF
ISO 42001
Regulatory Focus
AI governance frameworks
EU AI Act · NIST AI RMF
ISO 42001
The difference we make
Enterprise-quality governance. Without the enterprise price tag.
Two ways to approach AI governance. One leaves you exposed when regulators come knocking. The other means you're already prepared.
Two ways to approach AI governance. One leaves you exposed when regulators come knocking. The other means you're already prepared.
Without us
With us
Regulatory readiness
Unknown exposure, discovered too late
Mapped, classified, and documented upfront
Regulatory readiness
Unknown exposure, discovered too late
Mapped, classified, and documented upfront
EU AI Act compliance
Guessing which systems are in scope
Classified against Annex III with conformity roadmap
EU AI Act compliance
Guessing which systems are in scope
Classified against Annex III with conformity roadmap
Governance framework
No policy, no accountability, no audit trail
Custom framework with roles, controls, and escalation
Governance framework
No policy, no accountability, no audit trail
Custom framework with roles, controls, and escalation
Board and investor confidence
Can't demonstrate responsible AI to stakeholders
Board-ready documentation and executive summaries
Board and investor confidence
Can't demonstrate responsible AI to stakeholders
Board-ready documentation and executive summaries
Cost of compliance
Big 4 fees: $50K–$200K+ per engagement
Mid-market pricing with Big 4 methodology
Cost of compliance
Big 4 fees: $50K–$200K+ per engagement
Mid-market pricing with Big 4 methodology
Ongoing oversight
One-off assessment, then governance decays
Quarterly re-assessment and expert review keeps governance current as systems and regulations evolve
Ongoing oversight
One-off assessment, then governance decays
Quarterly re-assessment and expert review keeps governance current as systems and regulations evolve
Staff AI capability
Employees using AI without policy or training
Custom AI literacy programmes for every level
Staff AI capability
Employees using AI without policy or training
Custom AI literacy programmes for every level
Testimonials
What our clients and colleagues say

Kevin Williams
Founder, AscendAI | Coach | Speaker
"...She didn't just map regulations — she showed us how to turn governance into competitive advantage...."



"I had the privilege of working with Sonia Kentaro as team lead on a complex strategic consulting engagement for Ascend AI Labs through Thunderbird's Global Consulting Lab program. Simply put, Sonia is the kind of leader who makes everyone around her better — and her expertise in technology risk and compliance made her invaluable to our AI governance work. As a seasoned consultant with deep grounding in risk and compliance frameworks, Sonia brought a level of professionalism and strategic discipline that you rarely see in academic settings. She understood the nuances of our AI governance challenge immediately — the interplay between regulatory requirements, operational risk, and business enablement. Her ability to translate complex compliance concepts into actionable business strategy was exceptional. What impressed me most was how Sonia synthesized overlapping workstreams — regulatory analysis, risk frameworks, product strategy, market positioning — into coherent strategic recommendations that balanced compliance rigour with business practicality. She didn't just map regulations; she showed us how to turn governance into competitive advantage. Any organisation building technology risk and compliance capabilities would be fortunate to have Sonia. She combines technical expertise with strategic leadership and delivers exceptional results while building genuine relationships."
Kevin Williams
Founder, AscendAI | Coach | Speaker


Kevin Williams
Founder, AscendAI | Coach | Speaker
"...She didn't just map regulations — she showed us how to turn governance into competitive advantage...."



"I had the privilege of working with Sonia Kentaro as team lead on a complex strategic consulting engagement for Ascend AI Labs through Thunderbird's Global Consulting Lab program. Simply put, Sonia is the kind of leader who makes everyone around her better — and her expertise in technology risk and compliance made her invaluable to our AI governance work. As a seasoned consultant with deep grounding in risk and compliance frameworks, Sonia brought a level of professionalism and strategic discipline that you rarely see in academic settings. She understood the nuances of our AI governance challenge immediately — the interplay between regulatory requirements, operational risk, and business enablement. Her ability to translate complex compliance concepts into actionable business strategy was exceptional. What impressed me most was how Sonia synthesized overlapping workstreams — regulatory analysis, risk frameworks, product strategy, market positioning — into coherent strategic recommendations that balanced compliance rigour with business practicality. She didn't just map regulations; she showed us how to turn governance into competitive advantage. Any organisation building technology risk and compliance capabilities would be fortunate to have Sonia. She combines technical expertise with strategic leadership and delivers exceptional results while building genuine relationships."
Kevin Williams
Founder, AscendAI | Coach | Speaker

Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about AI governance
Your obligations depend on the risk classification of your AI systems — which varies by purpose, affected population, and level of automation. We assess exactly where you stand and what you need to do about it.
Answer
What does the EU AI Act require my organisation to do?
Question
High-risk systems include those used in hiring, credit scoring, healthcare, education, and critical infrastructure. Our free AI Risk Assessment classifies each of your systems and tells you exactly which obligations apply.
Answer
How do I know if my AI systems are "high risk" under the EU AI Act?
Question
If your AI systems affect people in the EU — as customers, users, or subjects of decisions — the EU AI Act applies regardless of where you are incorporated. Geography of deployment, not geography of registration, determines scope.
Answer
Do I need to comply with the EU AI Act if I'm a US company?
Question
The free risk dashboard is generated immediately after you complete the intake questionnaire — typically 20–30 minutes. The full expert-reviewed report is delivered within 5–10 business days.
Answer
How long does an AI Risk Assessment take?
Question
The EU AI Act is a legal obligation with enforceable penalties. NIST AI RMF and ISO 42001 are voluntary frameworks that demonstrate responsible governance to regulators, customers, and investors. We assess against all three and tell you which ones apply to your situation.
Answer
What is the difference between the EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, and ISO 42001?
Question
Yes — we work remotely with organisations across the US and internationally. AI governance obligations do not respect state lines.
Answer
Do you work with companies outside Arizona?
Question
Your obligations depend on the risk classification of your AI systems — which varies by purpose, affected population, and level of automation. We assess exactly where you stand and what you need to do about it.
Answer
What does the EU AI Act require my organisation to do?
Question
High-risk systems include those used in hiring, credit scoring, healthcare, education, and critical infrastructure. Our free AI Risk Assessment classifies each of your systems and tells you exactly which obligations apply.
Answer
How do I know if my AI systems are "high risk" under the EU AI Act?
Question
If your AI systems affect people in the EU — as customers, users, or subjects of decisions — the EU AI Act applies regardless of where you are incorporated. Geography of deployment, not geography of registration, determines scope.
Answer
Do I need to comply with the EU AI Act if I'm a US company?
Question
The free risk dashboard is generated immediately after you complete the intake questionnaire — typically 20–30 minutes. The full expert-reviewed report is delivered within 5–10 business days.
Answer
How long does an AI Risk Assessment take?
Question
The EU AI Act is a legal obligation with enforceable penalties. NIST AI RMF and ISO 42001 are voluntary frameworks that demonstrate responsible governance to regulators, customers, and investors. We assess against all three and tell you which ones apply to your situation.
Answer
What is the difference between the EU AI Act, NIST AI RMF, and ISO 42001?
Question
Yes — we work remotely with organisations across the US and internationally. AI governance obligations do not respect state lines.
Answer
Do you work with companies outside Arizona?
Question
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Phone
Location
Availability
Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 6:00pm MST
Responds within 1 business day
4:38:59 AM
AI governance starts with a conversation. Book a free 30-minute discovery call.
Phone
Location
Availability
Mon – Fri: 9:00am – 6:00pm MST
Responds within 1 business day
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