With over 11 years of experience across Entrepreneurship, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence, I’m deeply passionate about bringing emotions into AI and truly “BUILDING BOTS WITH A HEART.” I’m on a mission to humanize technology. I firmly believe that by embedding empathy into AI, we can build systems that don’t just function, but connect, support, and elevate the human experience. Career Highlights: ➡️ Founded my first startup in 2014 ➡️ Over 11 years as an entrepreneur and AI researcher ➡️ 1 published patent and 5 research papers in AI, Security, MedTech, Machine Learning, Data Science, IoT, and Healthcare ➡️ Mentored hundreds of professionals transitioning into AI, and guided students launching their careers ➡️ Featured in The Science Blog, Virtual Beings, BuiltInLA, USC News, Revitalize Impact TV, Data Science Today, iHeartRadio, and Spotify I’ve dedicated my career to democratizing AI and making this powerful technology accessible to all, not just elite organizations. 👩‍💼 As a mentor, I’m committed to empowering women and students globally in the fields of Data Science and AI. Through webinars, one-on-one mentorship, and programs like Women in AI (USA) and Women in Engineering (UBC), I’ve helped shape the journeys of aspiring professionals around the world. 💡 With a strong foundation in startup leadership and AI innovation, I bring hands-on experience across industries. From building empathetic conversational AI to working with leading brands like Internet Brands and WebMD, I’ve tackled real-world problems through cutting-edge solutions. 🎤 I'm passionate about sharing knowledge. I’ve spoken at universities and IBM Data Science meetups on topics ranging from Data Science fundamentals to career building and Emotional Intelligence. 🧠 Whether you’re just starting your AI journey or looking to level up your career, I’m here to offer guidance, insight, and support. For more on AI and Machine Learning, follow me on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/shreya-gupta-ai/) and on Medium (@shreya-gupta-ai). More resources on my YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@shreya-gupta-ai