Meet the Team
Our team is united by a shared belief that artificial intelligence should be developed and used in ways that benefit society. We are deeply passionate about our mission and grateful for the researchers, partners, and contributors who help make this work possible. Together we bring expertise from technology, research, and community development to advance responsible AI and practical solutions that improve lives. As our work continues to grow, we are always excited to connect with thoughtful and talented people who share our vision and want to contribute to building a better future with AI.
President & Co-Founder
JESSE ARLEN SMITH
Jesse is an experienced entrepreneur, researcher, AI consultant, and advocate for the ethical development and deployment of artificial intelligence. Jesse leads the team in conducting original research and implementing projects that help ensure AI is being used to improve society and protect the planet
Co-Founder
DAVID BERGENDAHL
David is a strategic leader at the intersection of emerging technology and global responsibility. With a career defined by delivering complex AI/ML solutions for everyone from agile startups to Fortune 500 enterprises, he now focuses on operationalizing AI as a force for sustainable, ethical growth
Contributors
OLIVIA GAMBELIN
Advisor / AI Ethicist
BOICE LIN
Advisor / Adtech Expert
OLIVER TIAN
Advisor / Robotics Expert
DR. DANIELLE ANDERSON
Contributor / Healthcare Expert
SHEENA BHALLA
Contributor / Media Expert
JULIAN PETRESCU
Contributor / Healthcare Expert
TOVIA VA'AELUA
Advisor / Tech for Good Expert
ABHINAV DADHICH
Advisor / Data Scientist
SHIUAN LIU
Contributor / Psychology Expert
SARVESH KUMAR
Advisor / Data Scientist
JOSEPH TELFER
Contributor / Generative AI Expert
LEILA TAGHIZADEH
Contributor / Research Expert
JOSEPH CASHELL
Geospatial/GIS Specialist
SAM CONRAD JOYCE
Contributor / AI Design Expert
HELENA WARD
Researcher
WEI-ANN CHANG
Researcher
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Lee Phay
Contributor
