Manoj Saxena

From successful serial tech entrepreneur to accomplished venture capitalist and academic, Manoj Saxena focuses on leveraging Artificial Intelligence for business value creation while emphasizing ethical practices. As the Executive Chairman of CognitiveScale and the Managing Director of The Entrepreneurs’ Fund, he continues to influence the field. Saxena also serves as the Chairman of Trustwise, an AI Safety Company, and the Executive Chairman of the Responsible AI Institute, a non-profit dedicated to certifying ethical AI.

Named one of the Fast Company “Most Creative People 2015” and “Entrepreneur of the Year,” Saxena discusses how to implement AI in key industries to drive growth and manage potential risks such as reputational damage, revenue losses, and regulatory backlash. Drawing upon his pioneering experience as the first General Manager of IBM Watson, he provides insights into how machine intelligence and digital technologies like the metaverse and big data are reshaping industries. Saxena’s presentations, such as "The Rise of ChatGPT and Generative AI: Understanding its Impact on Business Innovation and Creativity," address the potential and challenges of emerging technologies.

Saxena’s expertise is recognized globally, with features in top publications like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, and Fortune. He has appeared on various media platforms including television and NPR. In addition to his professional pursuits, he is an avid auto racing enthusiast, having completed over 60,000 miles in various racing formats around the world. Saxena teaches at both the University of Texas at Austin and Cambridge University, focusing on the future of leadership and the redesign of work in the age of AI. His academic contributions include a course on the Design of Ethical Artificial Intelligence systems at the University of Texas Austin, reinforcing his commitment to responsible AI development.