Seattle AAIA Chapter
Seattle has emerged as a powerhouse in the artificial intelligence (AI) industry, offering a unique combination of factors that make it an exceptional hub for AI innovation and development.
The city boasts a high concentration of AI jobs and talent, with major tech giants like Microsoft and Amazon driving growth and providing essential cloud infrastructure. A thriving startup ecosystem, supported by initiatives like the AI2 Incubator and AI House, fosters innovation and attracts diverse investments. World-class research institutions, including the University of Washington and the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence, contribute to cutting-edge AI advancements. Seattle's AI applications span multiple sectors, from healthcare to enterprise solutions, demonstrating the industry's broad impact and potential. Government support and a collaborative community environment further enhance Seattle's position as a leading city for AI development and innovation.
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Seattle Chapter Team
Boaz Ashkenazy
Mary Jesse
Scott Giordano
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Chapter President, boaz@aaiaglobal.com
As the CEO and Co-founder of Simply Augmented, Boaz is passionate about using AI to improve business operations and enhance productivity. With experience at Meta and a background in various tech startups, he brings valuable insights to the AAIA and the Seattle Chapter.
Boaz also hosts the Shift AI podcast, where he highlights thought leaders in AI and the future of work. We look forward to his leadership and vision as we continue to explore the exciting world of applied AI. -
Executive Committee Member, maryjesse@gmail.com
Mary Jesse is a seasoned technology executive and registered Professional Electrical Engineer with over 30 years of experience in public and private company leadership roles, including CEO, CTO, VP, and board director. She has led innovations across industries such as wireless, retail, manufacturing, healthcare, and government services, specializing in digital transformation and product development. As the CEO of Hexagon Blue, she empowers organizations to harness technology such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and cloud computing. She holds over 25 patents and is a dedicated advocate for technology equity, underserved populations, and diversity in STEM.
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Executive Committee Member, scott@giordanoailaw.com
Scott M. Giordano is an attorney with more than 25 years of legal, technology, and risk management consulting experience. An IAPP Fellow of Information Privacy, a Certified Information Security Systems Professional (CISSP), and a Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP), Scott is principal at Giordano AI Law, a firm specializing in legal issues related to AI, privacy, and cybersecurity.
Prior to starting his firm, he served as General Counsel of Spirion LLC, a privacy technology firm. There Scott also served as the company’s subject matter expert on multinational data protection and its intersection with technology, export compliance, internal investigations, information governance, and risk management. Prior to joining Spirion, he served as Director, Data Protection, for Robert Half Legal and established the global privacy program for Esterline Technologies Corporation in Bellevue, WA.
During his career, Scott has held senior positions at several legal technology firms and is listed as co-inventor on Intelligent Searching of Electronically Stored Information, patent no. 13/842,910. In addition, he taught the first law school course anywhere on electronic evidence and e-discovery.
Scott is a member of the bar in Washington state, California, and the District of Columbia.