Top Federal AI Leaders to be Honored at GovCIO Media & Research’s AI Summit
The finalists for the AI Summit Flywheel Awards have been announced for the November 7 AI Summit in Reston, VA.
September 13, 2024
Fairfax, Va. – GovCIO Media & Research, a leading federal technology media company, announced the finalists for the inaugural AI Summit Flywheel Awards – an awards program established to recognize key AI federal leaders’ achievements and contributions. The winners will be announced November 7 at the AI Summit in Reston, Virginia.
“We’re thrilled to recognize the accomplishments and dedication of these federal technology leaders who are making a monumental impact in the AI community,” said Michael Hoffman, President, GovCIO Media & Research.
The AI Summit Flywheel Award Finalists include:
Rising Star: This award honors a newcomer in federal AI leadership who shows exceptional promise and commitment to advancing innovative frameworks and solutions in AI.
- Yasmin Lalani, Presidential Innovation Fellow, General Services Administration (GSA)
- Collen Roller, Senior Data Scientist, Air Force Research Lab
- Conrad Stosz, Head of Policy, National Institue of Standards and Technology
AI Talent Advocate: A leader that excels in recruiting, upskilling, and fostering a diverse AI workforce through strategic partnerships and innovative training programs, ensuring ongoing growth and excellence in artificial intelligence.
- Jacob Chang, Ph.D., Program Manager, Microsoft Technologies, National Institute of Health, Center for Information Technology
- Ryan Ross, Acting Director, Presidential Innovation Fellows, GSA
- Leah Siskind, Senior Advisor, Digital Service, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
CAIO of the Year: This awardee is a visionary leader who drives growth and efficiency through transformative AI strategies, setting a model standard in the federal AI community.
- Dorothy Aronson, Chief Data Officer and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer (CAIO), National Science Foundation
- Eric Hysen, Chief Information Officer (CIO) and CAIO, Department of Homeland Security
- Vinay Singh, Chief Financial Officer and CAIO, Department of Housing and Urban Development
AI Innovator: This award belongs to a leader who pioneers practical AI applications, achieves measurable impact, and sets new innovation standards within their agency.
- Guy Cavallo, CIO and Acting CAIO, Office of Personnel Management
- Maj. Jean-Luc Duckworth, Pilot, Defense Contract Managment Agency
- Christopher Tighe, Senior Strategic Advisor, Immigration and Customs Enforcement
AI Evangelist: This award honors a leader who champions ethical AI development and inspires others to align technological advancements with moral and societal values.
- Ola Olude-Afolabi, Ph.D., AI Visionary, AI Center of Excellence, Department of Commerce
- Alastair Thomson, Director, Data Innovation, Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health
- James Wood, Field Ops Directorate Branch Chief, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services
Visit GovCIO Media & Research’s AI Summit event page to view the full event agenda, speaker lineup and register for this must-attend annual event. Tickets are going fast, register today.
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