Radhini Sridhara

Radhini is a Manager in Deloitte’s Responsible AI practice, advising organisations on AI governance, cybersecurity risk, and policy compliance. A double Master’s graduate — MBA from NYU Stern and an MS in Quantitative Methods and Modeling — Radhini is a rising voice at the intersection of technology, ethics, and risk, passionate about building safer, more accountable AI systems.

What makes you a Risky Woman?

Radhini stepped away from a thriving consulting career to deepen her expertise in responsible AI — and never looked back. Today, she helps individuals and enterprises navigate safer digital experiences on online platforms. She takes calculated risks daily, advocating for responsible AI in boardrooms and driving change with purpose.

Name your top 3 achievements

1. Led trust and safety initiatives helping major platform companies combat misinformation during the COVID-19 pandemic
2. Selected as 1 of 100 global interns (1.4% acceptance rate) for the IFC’s prestigious Global Internship Program at the World Bank
3. Mentored 50+ women in tech, with a dedicated focus on building the next generation of responsible AI practitioners

What is the biggest risk you’ve taken in your career?

Walking away from a thriving consulting career to pursue an MBA and pivot into responsible AI — with no guaranteed outcome. It meant rebuilding from the ground up in a nascent field, but the clarity of purpose made every uncertain step worth it.

What’s something most people don’t know about you?

Beyond risk frameworks and governance decks, Radhini is a passionate animal welfare advocate — dedicated to protecting and rehoming stray dogs across India.

What is the best quality for successful leaders in Risk?

A relentless curiosity and commitment to continuous learning — the best risk leaders know that the moment you stop asking questions is the moment you become the biggest risk in the room.