AI CERTs® Partners with Fire Mountain Labs to Advance AI Safety and Workforce Readiness
New York, USA, 17 July, 2025 — AI CERTs®, a global leader in vendor-aligned, role-based certifications in artificial intelligence and blockchain, is proud to announce a new Authorized Training Partnership with Fire Mountain Labs, a consultancy firm specializing in AI readiness, safety, governance, and secure-by-design solutions. This collaboration aims to deliver accessible, high-quality training that bridges the gap between hands-on AI skills and the rapidly evolving demands of the industry.
Founded by seasoned professionals, Chris M Ward and Dr. Josh Harguess, Fire Mountain Labs offers a suite of services including AI maturity assessments, governance frameworks, and workforce education programs. Their commitment to safe and assured AI deployment aligns seamlessly with AI CERTs® mission to provide practical, certification-backed learning experiences that empower professionals to thrive in an AI-driven world.
Speaking on the partnership, Russell Sarder, CEO of AI CERTs®, said, “As AI continues to permeate every facet of business and society, the need for trusted, technically sound training becomes critical. Partnering with Fire Mountain Labs allows us to combine our robust certification frameworks with their deep expertise in AI safety and governance. Together, we’re equipping professionals with the tools, insights, and confidence to lead in an AI-powered world.”
“We see workforce readiness as inseparable from AI maturity,” said Chris Ward, CEO of Fire Mountain Labs. “This partnership with AI CERTs® allows us to offer practical, role-based training alongside the organizational frameworks needed to implement AI for impact. Together, we’re enabling teams not just to use AI, but to manage it securely and drive meaningful outcomes.”
This partnership underscores AI CERTs® commitment to building a globally recognized certification ecosystem—one that empowers developers, strategists, and frontline professionals to confidently navigate the AI-powered future.
About AI CERTs®:
AI CERTs® is a globally recognized certification body specializing in role-based credentials in Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain technologies. Aligned with ISO 17024:2012 standards, its programs set a global benchmark for quality and credibility, empowering professionals with practical, job-ready skills through hands-on, real-world application.
Serving a broad spectrum of roles, from developers and data analysts to business leaders and frontline teams, AI CERTs® bridges the global tech skills gap with our ever-expanding portfolio.
With 45+ new certifications in development, the organization remains firmly positioned at the forefront of emerging technology education. For more information, visit www.aicerts.ai
About Fire Mountain Labs Services:
At Fire Mountain Labs, we cut through the AI hype with real expertise and hands-on security solutions.
Our team of seasoned professionals delivers human-driven AI risk and maturity assessments, penetration testing, and training programs designed to help organizations secure their AI systems against real-world threats.
We don’t just automate scans or rely on black-box AI solutions, we apply deep security expertise, proven methodologies, and human intuition to uncover risks that others miss.
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