Experience

Responsible AI Institute

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Director

  • Aug 2019 - Present

• Executive Director

  • Aug 2019 - Aug 2019

  AI Global is a nonprofit organization focused on putting research into action by creating tangible tools to help accelerate the design, development, and use of Responsible AI. Founded in 2017 by the University of Texas, USAA, and CognitiveScale, AI Global works to both expand opportunities and minimize harm in local and global communities. Visit www.ai-global.org for more information.



Government of Canada

• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director, Data Architecture and Innovation

  • May 2018 - Aug 2019

  I work with smart people across government to set up foundational data and digital practices for the Government of Canada. This work supports the services we provide and the technology we use. My team focuses on the implications and use of innovative technology in government. We write whitepapers, strategies, policies, and guidance to help departments as much as possible.Some of the key accomplishments have been:- Development of Canada's first policy instrument to support the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Government.- Management of first pre-qualified source list of vendors for the use of AI services, solutions, and products in the Government of Canada.- Creation and leadership of Canada's first Enterprise Data Community of Practice with over 300 members. - Technical lead for TBS on Canada's Data Strategy Roadmap. - Design and implementation of the Open Source Advisory Board, an executive committee comprised for private and public participants to advance Canada's use of open source tools and technology.- Lead of D9 AI Working Group Show less

• Lead of Data and Open Source Architecture

  • Nov 2017 - May 2018

  - Led data/information and open source architecture for Government of Canada. - Co-chair of Agora, GC Open Source community- Collaborated with community members to officially implement the more effective use of data and open source tools across government.

• Open Government Portal Lead

  • Jul 2013 - Aug 2017

  - Managed the development, maintenance and operations of the Open Government Portal. - Established and oversaw contracts, service level agreements (SLA) and collaborative partnerships required for the ongoing operations of the Open Government portal. - Led research, analysis and development of strategies related to Open Government Portal activities. - Oversaw the development and implementation of the governance, accountability, performance and reporting frameworks, standards and processes to enhance the delivery of these strategies and activities. - Established and maintained effective interdepartmental collaboration leading to the deployment of Open Government Portal solutions for the government of Canada. - Established and maintained effective pan-Canadian and international information sharing and partnerships. - Provided corporate leadership to ensure Open Data strategies, are consistent and coherent with overall Treasury Board Secretariat and Government of Canada priorities. - Provided advice and expertise on Open Data. Show less



City of Edmonton

• Canada
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Strategic Coordinator - Advisor to the Chief Information Officer

  • Jul 2010 - Jul 2013

  - Created and implemented the City’s Open Data and Open Government strategies, including the Apps4Edmonton competition. - Initiated and drafted City’s Open Government policy and Open Government Committee.- Organized and Project Managed City-hosted Open Camps/ Conferences including CityCampYeg. - Built relationships with internal and external stakeholders to help advance understanding and use of Open Government and other IT initiatives. - Involved with several academic projects including, development of case study for CTG’s Open Government Framework Report, Collaborator for the University of Alberta’s Pipelines Project SSHRC grant, participant in McGill University’s GeoThink.ca SSHRC grant. - Advised the Chief Information Officer on growth and transformation projects and how to effectively navigate the organization. - Wrote, edited, and managed Council and Corporate Leadership Team reports.- Manages team to deliver innovative initiatives for the corporation including involvement in the IBM Smarter Cities Challenge and Edmonton 311 mobile app approach.- Coordinated IT operational and capital budgets and internal and external audits.- Lead branch communication and multi-media projects including weekly webcasts, and production of videos to help all stakeholders understand the role of IT ie., “This is IT” Show less

• Equal Voice

  • Oct 2007 - Apr 2013

  - Worked with executive and membership to create awareness about the importance of electing more women. - Planned activities and events to provide assistance to female candidates at all levels of government. - Provided ongoing communications and technical support to organization.

• Committee Member and Co-Chair, Communications Working Group

  • Jan 2010 - Mar 2013

  Representative of the Deputy City Managers Office Edmonton, ABCo-Chair of Communications Working Group - Lead and managed development of organization's strategic communications plan.- Was responsible for providing ongoing communications support to working groups. - Initiated and developed programs that attracted youth to engage in their community. - Collaborated with team to measure and evaluate current web service.- Developed innovative ways for membership to work more effectively. - Empowered fellow committee members and volunteers to realize their vision for their community. Show less

• Communications Officer, Council Services

  • Mar 2009 - Jul 2010

  - Produced communication tools for Council and Mayor that align with the City’s strategic vision. - Developed and implemented City Hall Compost Project which is still in operation with several dedicated Master Composters carrying on the work. - Effectively managed relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure results. - Plan and execute training sessions and presentations for City Council and City Administration.- Became involved with the IT branch open data efforts by Project Managing the Open City Workshop: Building Community through Innovation Show less



Institute of Public Administration

• Government Administration

• Committee member

  • Jun 2010 - Mar 2012

  Active member of New Public Servants Committee Edmonton, AB Organizes and facilitates annual lunch workshop Active member of New Public Servants Committee Edmonton, AB Organizes and facilitates annual lunch workshop



City of Edmonton/ University of Alberta Citizens Panel

• Citizen's Panelist

  • Jan 2009 - Jun 2009

  Collaborated with fellow panelists to propose relevant and practical budget recommendations for the 2010-2011 municipal budget. Collaborated with fellow panelists to propose relevant and practical budget recommendations for the 2010-2011 municipal budget.



New Hampshire Democratic Party

• Political Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Community Organizer

  • Jul 2008 - Nov 2008

  - Recruited and managed interns and community leaders. - Exceeded projected vote goals to provide regional win for President Obama and Senator Shaheen. - Responsible for organizing more than two thousand volunteer shifts for major get-out-the-vote effort. - Developed and maintained positive working relationships with active community members. - Recruited and managed interns and community leaders. - Exceeded projected vote goals to provide regional win for President Obama and Senator Shaheen. - Responsible for organizing more than two thousand volunteer shifts for major get-out-the-vote effort. - Developed and maintained positive working relationships with active community members.



Alberta Liberal Party

• Canada
• Political Organizations

• Outreach and Event Coordinator/ Candidate Support Manager

  • Apr 2007 - Apr 2008

  Alberta Liberal Party Edmonton, AB - Coordinated three annual fundraisers with more than 400 guests attending each. - Experience developing communications plans, writing and editing press releases, and media advisories. - Managed Candidate Support function for the 2008 provincial election. - Created and implemented student speaker's series at the University of Alberta. - Developed strategic plan utilizing emerging social media to involve more youth. Show less



CJSR FM

• Canada
• Broadcast Media Production and Distribution

• News reporter

  • Jan 2005 - Apr 2008

  Actively engaged with community to bring forward alternative and unheard voices Trained and provided orientation for new volunteers Actively engaged with community to bring forward alternative and unheard voices Trained and provided orientation for new volunteers



Telus World of Science Edmonton Edmonton, AB

• Sleepover Instructor/Summer Camp Instructor

  • Oct 2003 - Mar 2008

  - Re-structured and re-developed summer camp programs after thorough evaluation. - Provided leadership and training to new employees. - Re-structured and re-developed summer camp programs after thorough evaluation. - Provided leadership and training to new employees.



MLA, Mo Elsalhy

• Constituency Manager

  • Sep 2006 - Apr 2007

  Mo Elsalhy, Member of the Legislative Assembly Edmonton, AB - Worked directly with constituents and various levels of government to resolve local issues. - Created advertisements, posters, newsletters and other communication tools for constituency advocacy. - Developed working knowledge of governance systems and various public policy issues. Mo Elsalhy, Member of the Legislative Assembly Edmonton, AB - Worked directly with constituents and various levels of government to resolve local issues. - Created advertisements, posters, newsletters and other communication tools for constituency advocacy. - Developed working knowledge of governance systems and various public policy issues.