Christopher Sanchez

Christopher Sanchez stands at the forefront of artificial intelligence and business, blending his roles as a technologist, entrepreneur, geoeconomist, and advisor to positively influence policy and practice in the rapidly evolving tech landscape.

As the founder and CEO of Emergent Line, Christopher has spearheaded efforts to create human-centric AI products designed to amplify the capabilities of users and workers rather than replace them.

Under Christopher's leadership, Emergent Line is committed to democratizing AI, making advanced technologies accessible to businesses of all sizes. This mission aligns with his broader vision of ethical AI, ensuring that the benefits of AI are distributed equitably. His commitment to these principles is further demonstrated through the founding of the Global AI Bill of Rights, an initiative advocating for fundamental digital rights in an AI-driven world.

Christopher's expertise is widely recognized across academic and professional circles. He is a Professor of Practice of Artificial Intelligence at the EGADE Business School in Monterrey, Mexico, and an Industry Advisor at Stanford Graduate School of Business and Cornell University for MBA, Graduate, PhD, and Postdoctoral students. His advisory roles extend to G7 and G20 governments, Fortune 100 companies, and various NGOs, where he provides strategic insights on AI, geoeconomics, and emerging technologies.

Christopher has played an integral part in the adoption, strategy, and deployment of advanced AI systems in the Mexican Financial System. In 2023, he joined the National Banking & Securities Commission of Mexico (Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores) as a Special Advisor to the President for AI, Emerging Technologies, and Fintech.

His thought leadership is also felt in the public sphere, where he frequently speaks at international conferences and is featured in prominent publications such as Forbes, WIRED, and The Wall Street Journal, amongst many others. His efforts to connect the AI community through initiatives like TechDinners.com further underscore his commitment to fostering collaboration and innovation in the field.

In 2024, Christopher joined Fast Company Mexico as a permanent columnist, writing a biweekly column, that covers global AI trends, emerging technologies, and nearshoring with several million monthly readers. He is also a council member at the Harvard Business Review on AI and strategic management topics. Previously, he was a permanent columnist at Business Insider.

Christopher's dedication to AI extends beyond his professional roles, reflecting a deep-seated belief in its potential to transform society positively. As a committed researcher, he explores new AI applications in geoeconomics, business, national security, investments, and more. Through his leadership at Emergent Line and broader advocacy work, Christopher continues to shape the future of AI with a focus on ethical standards, human empowerment, and advancing AI applications responsibly and thoughtfully. His forthcoming book will delve into these topics, further showcasing his commitment to AI's potential.