In a significant development that marks a new chapter in the advancement of Artificial Intelligence (AI), Rei Llazani, entrepreneur and businessman, has been elected as President of the American Society for AI (ASFAI). The organization, a non-profit that brings together the top leaders and executives in AI, announced this decision following a unanimous vote by its Board of Directors.
“I see AI as more than technology. In many ways, it is an evolutionary mechanism that brings humanity to new, great heights. I am honored to support the Society’s mission in helping create a better world with AI and I am grateful for the Board’s vote of confidence,” Llazani says.
A niche and young organization, ASFAI has been compared to the prestigious and secretive Alfalfa Club in design and structure, which boasts members like Jeff Bezos, Jamie Dimon, and David Rubenstein. The annual gatherings of ASFAI are intended to foster dialogue-rich discussions and intimate conversations throughout a two-day, gala-like event. While the membership is strictly private and confidential, its board includes leadership from C3, Meta, and MongoDB.
The organization’s inaugural gathering was held in December 2023 at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco, where Llazani played a significant role in its programming. Terry Virts, former NASA astronaut and Commander of the International Space Station was the dinner guest of honor with discussions around space exploration and AI.
Vicechairman of ASFAI, Dr. Aaron Poynton, said, ”[Llazani]'s presidency at ASFAI marks a pivotal moment for the organization. His leadership is set to drive ASFAI into a new era of groundbreaking achievements in the field of artificial intelligence.”
Llazani is the founder of 50Pros, a global platform connecting Fortune 500 companies with agencies & firms. “We have seen more than a 400% increase in our AI categories, so companies of all sectors and backgrounds are definitely exploring AI to move ahead. Or perhaps at least to not fall behind. AI is not a hype trend, but something that will only become more and more embedded in our everyday life.”
As President, Llazani plans to spearhead a range of initiatives aimed at advancing AI, promoting ethical AI practices, fostering collaboration among leaders and executives, and advocating for policies that ensure AI creates a better world. He will work closely with the ASFAI’s members, partners, and the broader community to advance the organization’s mission of creating a better world with AI.
For more information about the American Society for AI and its initiatives under Rei Llazani’s leadership, please visit ASFAI.org.
About the American Society for AI
American Society for AI (ASFAI) is a 501(c)(4) non-profit with a mission to create a better world with AI.
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