Cast Your Vote for TechCrunch Sessions: AI Speakers

The TechCrunch Sessions: AI event is just around the corner, and you've got the chance to pick who'll lead an exciting breakout session on June 5 at UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Hall. We've narrowed it down to six fantastic finalists, and you, along with 1,200 other AI leaders and enthusiasts, get to decide who takes the stage.
You've got until March 21 at 11:59 p.m. PT to cast your vote in the Audience Choice. Remember, you can only pick one speaker, so choose wisely!
And hey, don't forget to grab your ticket now to save up to $210. That way, you'll snag a spot in the most popular session and join in on the top AI discussions. You'll get to explore the latest innovations, rub elbows with industry leaders, and really dive into the AI revolution.
Here are the finalists we're excited about:
Guide to Monetizing GenAI in Enterprise Applications — Mahesh Chayel, Product Management Lead, Meta
Mahesh Chayel from Meta's gonna walk you through how to make a buck from generative AI in enterprise apps. From licensing APIs to rolling out premium features, this session's all about understanding the ethics, finding the right use cases, and setting up those AI revenue streams for the long haul.
Who Is Coding Our Future? — Cristina Mancini, CEO, Black Girls Code
Cristina Mancini from Black Girls Code is ready to talk about how bringing more women, especially Black women, into tech can totally transform the industry. With women holding just 27% of tech roles and Black women less than 2%, this discussion is all about building a more inclusive, innovative future.
Behind Your Firewall: Secure Generative AI for Regulated Enterprises — Yann Stoneman, Staff Solutions Architect, Cohere AI
Yann Stoneman from Cohere AI is here to show you how to roll out secure, private AI in super-regulated fields like healthcare and finance, without relying on the cloud. Expect real-world examples, live demos, expert tips, and a Q&A on managing data privacy while building AI solutions.
The AI Policy Playbook: What Startups Need to Know — Hua Wang, Executive Director, Global Innovation Forum
Hua Wang's session is all about navigating the tricky world of AI policy and global expansion for startups. You'll learn about AI tools for digital trade, compliance, and scaling, plus get the scoop on policies, data regulations, and growing internationally.
Implementing Secure Generative AI with Guardrails — Hardik Vasa, Senior Solutions Architect, AWS
Hardik Vasa from AWS will guide you through using Amazon Bedrock Guardrails to keep your generative AI safe. You'll learn how to block harmful content, filter responses, and protect sensitive info, ensuring your AI interactions are secure and compliant.
A Big Tech Banker-Turned-Investor’s Unique Lens on Identifying Exceptional AI Founders — Marcie Vu, Partner, Greycroft
Marcie Vu from Greycroft will share her special approach to spotting top-notch AI founders. She'll give you actionable strategies for building lasting AI companies, cutting through the hype to focus on real market success.
Got a favorite? Make sure to vote today and give them a shot at leading a breakout session at TechCrunch Sessions: AI!
[ttpp]Vote today![yyxx]
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Who else thinks the breakout session on AI ethics is the most needed one? 🤔 Hope the winner actually dives into real-world pitfalls, not just the usual hype.
Wer entscheidet eigentlich über die Teilnehmerliste bei solchen Konferenzen? Finde die Idee von Publikumsvoting cool, aber hoffe, dass nicht nur die bekanntesten Namen gewinnen. Ein bisschen mehr Diversität in den Hintergrundprofilen der Speaker wäre doch mal was! 🧐
這個活動太有意思了,竟然把投票公開了,讓社群來選講者!不過我覺得這六位決賽者,哪位會最想聽啊... 有沒有可能是場上 AI 大廠的角力延伸?🤔 好想去現場感受一下,希望結果出來是有趣的前瞻話題!有點羨慕那些能去的業內領導者。
Super cool to see the community picking speakers for TechCrunch AI! I'm hyped for June 5th—hope we get someone who dives deep into AI ethics, not just the shiny tech stuff. 🧠

The TechCrunch Sessions: AI event is just around the corner, and you've got the chance to pick who'll lead an exciting breakout session on June 5 at UC Berkeley's Zellerbach Hall. We've narrowed it down to six fantastic finalists, and you, along with 1,200 other AI leaders and enthusiasts, get to decide who takes the stage.
You've got until March 21 at 11:59 p.m. PT to cast your vote in the Audience Choice. Remember, you can only pick one speaker, so choose wisely!
And hey, don't forget to grab your ticket now to save up to $210. That way, you'll snag a spot in the most popular session and join in on the top AI discussions. You'll get to explore the latest innovations, rub elbows with industry leaders, and really dive into the AI revolution.
Here are the finalists we're excited about:
Guide to Monetizing GenAI in Enterprise Applications — Mahesh Chayel, Product Management Lead, Meta
Mahesh Chayel from Meta's gonna walk you through how to make a buck from generative AI in enterprise apps. From licensing APIs to rolling out premium features, this session's all about understanding the ethics, finding the right use cases, and setting up those AI revenue streams for the long haul.
Who Is Coding Our Future? — Cristina Mancini, CEO, Black Girls Code
Cristina Mancini from Black Girls Code is ready to talk about how bringing more women, especially Black women, into tech can totally transform the industry. With women holding just 27% of tech roles and Black women less than 2%, this discussion is all about building a more inclusive, innovative future.
Behind Your Firewall: Secure Generative AI for Regulated Enterprises — Yann Stoneman, Staff Solutions Architect, Cohere AI
Yann Stoneman from Cohere AI is here to show you how to roll out secure, private AI in super-regulated fields like healthcare and finance, without relying on the cloud. Expect real-world examples, live demos, expert tips, and a Q&A on managing data privacy while building AI solutions.
The AI Policy Playbook: What Startups Need to Know — Hua Wang, Executive Director, Global Innovation Forum
Hua Wang's session is all about navigating the tricky world of AI policy and global expansion for startups. You'll learn about AI tools for digital trade, compliance, and scaling, plus get the scoop on policies, data regulations, and growing internationally.
Implementing Secure Generative AI with Guardrails — Hardik Vasa, Senior Solutions Architect, AWS
Hardik Vasa from AWS will guide you through using Amazon Bedrock Guardrails to keep your generative AI safe. You'll learn how to block harmful content, filter responses, and protect sensitive info, ensuring your AI interactions are secure and compliant.
A Big Tech Banker-Turned-Investor’s Unique Lens on Identifying Exceptional AI Founders — Marcie Vu, Partner, Greycroft
Marcie Vu from Greycroft will share her special approach to spotting top-notch AI founders. She'll give you actionable strategies for building lasting AI companies, cutting through the hype to focus on real market success.
Got a favorite? Make sure to vote today and give them a shot at leading a breakout session at TechCrunch Sessions: AI!
[ttpp]Vote today![yyxx]
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Former OpenAI Researcher Barrett Zoph Returns to Google to Support Gemini Development
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The co-founders of startup Ricursive Intelligence seemed destined to be co-founders.Anna Goldie, CEO, and Azalia Mirhoseini, CTO, are so well-known in the AI community that they were among those AI engineers who “got those weird emails from Zuckerber
Who else thinks the breakout session on AI ethics is the most needed one? 🤔 Hope the winner actually dives into real-world pitfalls, not just the usual hype.
Wer entscheidet eigentlich über die Teilnehmerliste bei solchen Konferenzen? Finde die Idee von Publikumsvoting cool, aber hoffe, dass nicht nur die bekanntesten Namen gewinnen. Ein bisschen mehr Diversität in den Hintergrundprofilen der Speaker wäre doch mal was! 🧐
這個活動太有意思了,竟然把投票公開了,讓社群來選講者!不過我覺得這六位決賽者,哪位會最想聽啊... 有沒有可能是場上 AI 大廠的角力延伸?🤔 好想去現場感受一下,希望結果出來是有趣的前瞻話題!有點羨慕那些能去的業內領導者。
Super cool to see the community picking speakers for TechCrunch AI! I'm hyped for June 5th—hope we get someone who dives deep into AI ethics, not just the shiny tech stuff. 🧠





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