Ayesha Khanna

Dr. Ayesha Khanna is a globally renowned authority in artificial intelligence, celebrated for her profound insights into the future of technology and its societal impact. As the Co-Founder and CEO of Addo, a Singapore-based AI solutions firm, she has advised governments and major corporations around the world on smart cities, digital innovation, and data strategy. Her influence spans from boardrooms to policy-making circles, where she provides expert guidance on the ethical and strategic implementation of AI. Ayesha’s reputation as a thought leader is reinforced by her role on the World Economic Forum’s Global Future Councils and her selection by Forbes as one of Southeast Asia’s groundbreaking female entrepreneurs.

Ayesha’s distinguished career includes serving on the boards of global organisations such as Johnson Controls, NEOM Tonomous, and formerly, AVEVA. Her expertise shapes governance, innovation, and AI-driven transformation in sectors ranging from smart infrastructure to healthcare and consumer technology. She currently chairs NEOM’s Renumeration Committee and advises the Scientific Board of L’Oréal on technological disruption. Her extensive board experience speaks volumes about the trust placed in her leadership and her ability to navigate emerging technologies with clarity and foresight.

An accomplished academic, Ayesha holds degrees from Harvard University, Columbia University, and a PhD from the London School of Economics. Her work has been profiled by leading media across Europe, Asia, and Australia, and she has been featured in ZDF’s documentary “Leading Women” as one of twelve influential female changemakers globally. As a speaker, she delivers high-impact briefings to boards and governments, distilling complex technological shifts into actionable strategies. Her published works, including “Hybrid Reality”, examine the profound interplay between humans and machines in the 21st century.

Beyond her corporate and advisory roles, Ayesha is deeply committed to social impact. She founded 21st Century Girls, a decade-long initiative that empowered thousands of young women with coding and AI skills, and now leads Ampify, an education platform upskilling mid-career women for the AI era. Dr. Ayesha Khanna’s compelling vision, hands-on leadership, and global influence make her one of the most respected cyber security and AI speakers in the world today. Hire Dr. Ayesha Khanna via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency.