Ayesha Khanna: Shaping the Future of Artificial Intelligence

In an era where artificial intelligence is redefining industries and economies, Ayesha Khanna has emerged as one of the leading voices guiding organizations through the AI revolution. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Addo AI, she is widely recognized for helping global companies harness data and artificial intelligence to drive innovation, efficiency, and competitive advantage.

With more than two decades of experience in technology, finance, and digital transformation, Ayesha has advised major corporations and governments on the strategic implementation of artificial intelligence, smart cities, and fintech solutions. Her firm works with leading organizations across sectors to integrate AI into business processes, enabling smarter decision-making and automation at scale.

Before launching Addo AI, Ayesha spent over a decade on Wall Street developing large-scale trading, risk management, and data analytics systems. She also co-founded the Hybrid Reality Institute, a research group studying the societal and economic impact of emerging technologies. These experiences helped shape her deep understanding of how technology influences global systems and business innovation.

Ayesha’s academic background reflects her multidisciplinary expertise. She holds a BA in Economics from Harvard University, a Master’s degree in Operations Research from Columbia University, and a PhD in Information Systems and Innovation from the London School of Economics.

Beyond entrepreneurship, Ayesha is deeply committed to advancing diversity in technology. She founded 21C Girls, a nonprofit initiative that teaches coding and artificial intelligence to young women in Singapore, empowering them with the skills needed to thrive in the digital economy.

Her global influence extends to boardrooms and policy circles. She has served on several public and private boards and has advised government agencies and organizations working on digital transformation and smart city initiatives. Through her leadership, writing, and speaking engagements, she continues to shape conversations around the responsible development and adoption of AI worldwide.

Today, Ayesha Khanna stands as a powerful advocate for responsible innovation, demonstrating how artificial intelligence can amplify human potential and help build smarter, more sustainable societies.