Global Artificial Intelligence Industry Alliance

Our Team

Explore the diverse experts behind GAIIA. Learn how our team drives open collaboration and accountable AI reporting.

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Mission and History

GAIIA was founded in 2017 to connect AI talent, resources, and ideas across borders. We promote open, responsible AI and a healthy ecosystem for future generations.

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GAIIA Leadership Network

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Aarav Sharma

CEO

GAIIA brings together scholars, industry partners, and policy experts to shape responsible AI practice. Our leadership leverages global insights to guide cross-border collaboration and trusted AI deployment.

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Mateo García

CTO

Our advisory boards connect world-class researchers with industry executives to accelerate responsible AI innovation. GAIIA’s network fosters rigorous dialogue, independent reporting, and practical collaboration.

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Zuri Ndlovu

Engineer

GAIIA’s leadership includes seasoned technologists and ethics scholars who champion inclusive talent development, transparent governance, and cross-sector partnerships to steer AI toward human-centric outcomes.

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Leila Haddad

Designer

These profiles form GAIIA’s expert backbone, guiding research agendas, policy discussions, and industry standards that align with global priorities.

Key Milestones

From founding in 2017 to today, GAIIA has grown a global network, launched ethics initiatives, and fostered cross-sector collaboration to accelerate safe AI development.

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