Terah Lyons Speaking Fee: $30,000 to $50,000
Speaking Fee:
$30,000 to $50,000
Travels From:
NYC - New York City
Travels From:
NYC - New York City
Primary Topic Category:
Technology
Primary Topic Category:
Technology
Secondary Topic Category:
Science (STEM / STEAM)
Secondary Topic Category:
Science (STEM / STEAM)
Terah Lyons Speaker Profile: At A Glance
Terah Lyons is a distinguished expert in artificial intelligence (AI) policy and governance. She is currently the Global Head of AI Policy at JPMorgan Chase, where she leads strategy and engagement on AI issues across the firm. Lyons was the founding Executive Director of the Partnership on AI, a global nonprofit dedicated to advancing responsible AI development. Her career spans significant roles, including serving as a Policy Advisor in the Obama White House, where she co-directed the first U.S. domestic policy strategy on AI.
Terah Lyons is an internationally recognized leader in technology policy, with a particular focus on the governance and ethical deployment of artificial intelligence (AI). She began her career in the Obama Administration, where she served as a Policy Advisor to the U.S. Chief Technology Officer. In this role, Lyons co-directed the White House’s Future of Artificial Intelligence Initiative, which laid the groundwork for the first U.S. domestic policy strategy on AI. Her efforts were instrumental in shaping policy recommendations that continue to influence AI governance globally.
In 2017, Lyons became the Founding Executive Director of the Partnership on AI, a nonprofit organization that brings together industry leaders, civil society, and academia to address the challenges and opportunities posed by AI. Under her leadership, the organization played a pivotal role in developing research and best practices for responsible AI development. Her commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion within the AI field has been a consistent theme throughout her career.
Currently, Lyons is the Global Head of AI Policy at JPMorgan Chase, where she leads the firm's strategy on AI-related issues, working closely with corporate partners and engaging with global policymakers. She also serves as an Affiliate Fellow at Stanford University’s Human-Centered AI Institute and continues to advise various organizations on technology policy and AI governance. Her work remains at the forefront of AI innovation, ensuring that the development and deployment of AI technologies align with societal well-being.