About the Session:

The OpenAI Forum is a dynamic and growing community of 21,000 people from diverse professional backgrounds drawn together by a shared interest in artificial intelligence. We're excited to give members the chance to get to know each other better at a virtual networking session at 9 AM PT. This event is for members, guests please complete your profile and request an invite so we can get in touch.

We recently surveyed the community and learned that 75% of respondents are based in the Americas, while the remaining 25% span Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. This reflects the rapid growth of our international presence. To support global inclusivity, we used ChatGPT to find a time that suits the largest number of participants.

This event will gather professionals from diverse backgrounds who are integrating AI and related technologies into their work in fields like research, software engineering, and education. Designed to spark collaboration and exchange ideas, the format includes multiple networking rounds that promote meaningful one-on-one conversations and lasting professional relationships.

Here are a few icebreaker questions

1. What first drew you into the world of AI or tech? 
2. Was there a specific moment or influence that sparked your interest in your field?
3. Looking back over the past few years of your career, how would you say your career has evolved, especially as AI has accelerated?
4. What’s something you’re learning right now, either personally or professionally, that’s challenging or exciting?
5. As we look ahead, what’s one thing that excites you most about the future of AI?

About the Speakers:

Mehul Smriti Raje, Applied ML Lead @ Coactive AI

Mehul Smriti Raje is the Applied ML Lead at Coactive AI, where she is spearheading the development of an enterprise-grade Multimodal AI Platform for unstructured media. Her work centers on advancing video representation and understanding to power applications like intelligent search, automated tagging, and rich content analytics.With a track record that spans Google, Nuro, and the MIT Media Lab, Mehul brings deep expertise in both applied machine learning and cutting-edge research. She holds a Master’s in Computational Science from Harvard University, where she specialized in Brain-Computer Interaction, combining neuroscience, machine learning, and human-centered design.

Cezary Gesikowski, Senior Executive Advisor on AI @ The Federal Public Service of Canada

As a Senior Executive Advisor, Cezary provides expert strategic & operational guidance to senior executives on navigating complex challenges in the delivering of transformative digital projects and services to drive public sector innovation. With over two decades of diverse experience spanning Asia, Canada, and Europe, he has contributed to implementing AI-driven, human-centred business solutions. His key achievements include orchestrating the first OECD Observatory of Public Sector Innovation (OPSI) international study of "The Innovation System of the Public Service of Canada" and supporting the launch of the inaugural OPSI Primer on AI for the Public Sector. Cezary's ongoing AI research and experimentation embodies his commitment to augmenting collective human intelligence and advancing adoption of AI in the public sector. He frequently shares his findings here: https://gesikowski.medium.com/.

Stanislas de Livonnière, Head of Data & Innovation @ Le Parisien

Stan leads the Data & Innovation team at Le Parisien, a major French news organization. The team focuses in data journalism, explores new UI/UX paradigms, and spearheads AI-related software development within the newsroom.

Previously, he worked for the United Nations, serving as a knowledge management consultant at IFAD in Rome and supporting journalist capacity-building at the UNESCO Office for Iraq in Jordan. He was also the executive director of Advocate, a digital communication agency developing innovative storytelling formats. Stan also produces AI driven videos and teaches data journalism at Sciences Po Paris.

Fabián Acuña Hernández, Founder @ 9punto5 & CommunityOS

Fabián Acuña Hernández is the founder of 9punto5, a vibrant community and annual conference that since 2016 has explored the evolving relationship between technology, work, and collaboration. Through his work, he creates dynamic spaces where innovators, creators, and forward-thinkers come together to exchange ideas, learn from one another, and spark meaningful conversations about the future of work, business innovation, and professional development. He is passionate about connecting with changemakers who are actively shaping what comes next.

Olga Nowicka, EU Policy & Partnerships Lead @ OpenAI

Olga Nowicka is the EU Policy & Partnerships Lead at OpenAI, based in Brussels. Before joining OpenAI, she held various positions, including at Microsoft and Workday, focusing on topics related to AI, data, lawful access, and sustainability. Olga holds degrees in Economics and American Studies from the University of Warsaw.