Matthew Chavira

Matthew Chavira is a resourceful leader with a deep passion for the field of artificial intelligence. As the founder of Prophets of AI, a representation agency for individuals who have made significant contributions in the AI and robotics fields, Chavira has curated a diverse lineup of industry-leading experts and government leaders who are shaping the future of AI development. This platform aims to be a world-leading resource for knowledge and inspiration in connection to AI's artistic and ethical development and represents a wide array of individuals including the Chair for Human AI Interaction at IEEE, UN Digital Government Advisors, World Economic Forum Future Council Members, and experts featured in TIME Magazine's 100 Most Influential in AI list. Chavira also appears on, and often moderates, AI-centered panels around the world, most recently at the Dublin Tech Summit, Hope Global Forums and Digital Hollywood: The AI Summer Summit.

In addition to his entrepreneurial pursuits, Chavira is the Head of Strategic Partnerships at Hanson Robotics, the company behind the world-famous Sophia the Robot. At Hanson, he oversees all of Sophia's live appearances, orchestrating impactful performances that explore the potential of AI and the interactions between humans and machines.

Furthermore, Chavira is also the Global Director of AI Partnerships at the International Advertising Association (IAA), an 85-year-old institution that stands as the global compass for the marketing communications industry. In this role, he connects companies that align with the IAA’s principles of building high-value brands with its thought leadership, educational programs, and world-class events.

With a deep belief in AI's transformative power to make the world a better place, Chavira is dedicated to driving conversations and focus toward the developments shaping the future of this rapidly evolving field. Through each of his roles, Chavira is committed to advancing AI and fostering collaboration among experts, artists, and enthusiasts.