Mark Diamond

  • Mark Diamond, Today's General Counsel Columnist

    Mark Diamond is the founder and CEO of Contoural, the largest independent provider of information governance, privacy, and AI readiness strategic consulting services. He and his firm work with more than 30% of the Fortune 500 in addition to many mid-sized companies, public sector, and nonprofit organizations. Diamond welcomes discussion and debate on this and other topics. Email him at markdiamond@contoural.com.

A Practical and Manageable Approach for Governing AI

July 17, 2026

Thursday, August 20, 2026 | 1:00 PM ET

Join Contoural’s Mark Diamond and Tom Mighell as they break AI readiness down into practical, manageable steps to help organizations focus on the most important measures to implement now while building a strong foundation for AI adoption over time—all without having to buy new tools or dashboards.

Don’t Overcomplicate Your AI Governance, Here’s a Better Approach

July 9, 2026

Learn about the potential pitfalls of designing an AI governance program and how to devise the right strategy for different use cases.

Is the Legal Department the Real Reason Employees Ignore Document Deletion Rules?

April 27, 2026

Contoural’s Mark Diamond dives into the world of document deletion rules and offers some tough love for legal departments.

You’ve Just Been Handed Ownership of the Records Program. Now What?

April 20, 2026

Available on demand. Originally recorded on May 20, 2026.

Join Mark Diamond and Tom Mighell as they outline key steps and critical considerations for managing a successful records program

Can Your Records Schedule Handle AI, Privacy and Employee Document Hoarding?

March 24, 2026

Available on demand. Originally recorded on March 24, 2026.

In this webinar, we explore how to create a modern, compliant, and easier-to-execute records retention schedule.

What Makes for Good Records Retention Schedules?

March 4, 2026

Discover how to shift your organization toward modern, compliant, and easier-to-implement records retention schedules.

Sorry, AI-Driven Machine Learning Is Not an Easy Button for Record Classification

January 14, 2026

Learn why machine learning is not a practical strategy for record classification. The universe of records within most organizations is far larger and more varied than these tools can handle.

Information Governance vs. Data Governance: Why the Difference Matters

November 12, 2025

Learn why confusing the roles of information governance and data governance can lead to serious misalignment, inefficiencies, and compliance risks.

How to Save Money on Your Records Program

October 16, 2025

The need for an effective records program has never been greater, but that does not mean it has to be expensive.

The Five Seconds That Will Make or Break Your Records Management Program

September 11, 2025

Records programs need to follow the “five-second rule” for compliance from employees. Learn about best practices for your organization.

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