Sana Khareghani

Former Head of the UK Government’s Office for Artificial Intelligence, Leader of AI Policy at Responsible AI UK

  • 2024 – Became Trustee at the Institute for the Future of Work.
  • 2023 – Became Professor of Practice in AI at King’s College London.
  • 2022 – Became AI Policy Lead for Responsible AI UK.
  • 2022 – Founded SKB Advisory to provide strategic insight on AI regulation and policy.
  • 2019 – Joined the Board of Technovation to support global tech education for girls.
  • 2018 – Became Head of the UK Government Office for Artificial Intelligence.

When Sana Khareghani is booked for events, they are known to discuss the following speaking topics:

Responsible AI: Balancing Innovation with Ethics and Governance
The Role of AI Policy in Shaping Cyber Security Strategies
AI and the Future of Work: Opportunities and Challenges
Building Global Leadership in Artificial Intelligence and Data Regulation

Professor Sana Khareghani is a highly respected cyber security and artificial intelligence speaker, renowned for her leadership in shaping AI policy and driving responsible innovation. With over two decades of experience in technology and business, she has held influential roles in both the private and public sectors. Sana’s tenure as the Head of the UK Government’s Office for Artificial Intelligence saw her establish national frameworks for AI adoption, focusing on skills development, data access, and international leadership. Her strategic insight has been instrumental in positioning the UK as a global leader in responsible AI and cyber governance, making her a sought-after voice at conferences and industry events worldwide.

Currently, Sana serves as Professor of Practice in AI at King’s College London and leads AI policy at Responsible AI UK. Through these roles, she champions ethical AI practices and fosters innovation ecosystems that prioritise security, fairness, and accountability. Her experience as a Trustee for the Institute for the Future of Work and Board Member of Technovation further underscores her commitment to ensuring emerging technologies serve the greater good. Sana’s influence extends across government and industry, having provided strategic advisory services through SKB Advisory and served as a senior advisor on strategic change within the UK Cabinet Office.

Sana’s impact on the global AI and cyber security landscape is further evidenced by her role on the Advisory Board of the Tortoise Media Global AI Index and the Bristol Interactive AI Centre for Doctoral Training. She holds a BSc in Computer Science and an MBA from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, qualifications that have underpinned her success in steering complex digital transformations and shaping policy for emerging technologies. Her publications, including “Measuring Compute Capacity: A Critical Step to Capturing AI’s Full Economic Potential”, reflect her thought leadership on the intersection of AI infrastructure, cyber security, and economic resilience.

For organisations seeking an authoritative voice on cyber security and responsible AI, Professor Sana Khareghani offers unmatched expertise and compelling insights. Hire Sana Khareghani via The Cyber Security Speakers Agency.

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