Maya Ackerman Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000
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SFO - San Francisco
Primary Topic Category:
Technology
Secondary Topic Category:
Creativity and Innovation
Maya Ackerman Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Dr. Maya Ackerman is a world-renowned AI researcher, entrepreneur, and musician and artist who has pioneered human-centered generative AI since 2015. As CEO of WaveAI and Professor at Santa Clara University, she bridges the gap between cutting-edge AI research and real-world creative applications. Named a "Woman of Influence" by the Silicon Valley Business Journal, she has spoken at the United Nations, Microsoft, NVIDIA, Google, Stanford, and Oxford University.
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