I am an Applied AI Lead at Vector Institute for Artificial Intelligence, a leading research institute for artificial intelligence, with over 20 years of global experience in digital and organizational transformation, product and program management, and innovation and entrepreneurship. My mission is to bridge the gap between cutting-edge AI research and real-world applications, while addressing the challenges and opportunities of AI adoption across various domains, such as generative AI, climate change, and ESG. As an experienced people & product leader, I apply the best practices of system & design, lean, six sigma, and agile methodologies to deliver high-quality and high-impact AI solutions that create value & impact and make a difference towards empowering businesses and communities. I also leverage my expertise in AI strategy, innovation, and transformation to mentor and coach future business and tech leaders as a Clinical Professor of Practice at Woxsen & YorkVille Universities and as a Business & Innovation Mentor at The Entrepreneur Forum, a member of Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship. I have a passion for lifelong learning and continuous improvement, and I hold multiple degrees and certifications from prestigious institutions, such as MIT Sloan School of Management, École Navale, and Alliance Française.