Mashing up AI, Inclusion and Neuroscience to 'Build Better People'
It is our pleasure to host Dr. Ming for a one-of-a-kind event.
Join us to hear the full story behind her work. She will share her journey through life and how a night of profound pain led her to choose to live a life of purpose. A story of a life redeemed by a simple goal: utilizing technology to build better people
Mashing up AI, Inclusion and Neuroscience to 'Build Better People'
It is our pleasure to host Dr. Ming for a one-of-a-kind event.
Join us to hear the full story behind her work. She will share her journey through life and how a night of profound pain led her to choose to live a life of purpose. A story of a life redeemed by a simple goal: utilizing technology to build better people
Dr. Ming is a Theoretical Neuroscientist, technologist and entrepreneur, who was named one of 10 Women to Watch in Tech by Inc. Magazine in 2013. She co-founded Socos,her fifth company, an independent think tank exploring the future of human potential. Ming is a faculty member of Singularity University and a visiting scholar at UC Berkeley. Dr. Ming also speaks frequently on her AI-driven research into inclusion and gender in business. For relaxation, she is a wife and mother of two.
Hila Korach is an Israeli Journalist and Television Presenter. Korach started her career in the media during her army service at the Galei-Zahal radio station, and went on to become the head of the newscaster department She has worked on several TV networks including Channel 10, Channel 2 and currently at Channel 13. She holds a bachelor's degree in political science and psychology, a graduate degree in diplomacy, and is pursuing a medical degree.
Maximizing Human Potential (MHP)
This event is the first in a series led by the MHP initiative that provides a platform for breakthrough thinkers and doers to imbue the discussion in the worlds of high-tech and VC with the stripes of diversity and inclusion. We believe that the convergence of technology, inclusion, and business enables us all to maximize the human potential and help others to maximize theirs.
Avishag brings more than a decade of experience in tech venture financing, private equity and business development.
She was named by The Marker’s list of 40 most successful promising business leaders in 2016. Avishag served in the Israeli Defense Forces’ 869 intelligence unit.
She holds an MSc. from Columbia University.
Avishag: "The opportunity to maximize one’s potential, shouldn't be related to one’s economic status."
Einat is a business professional & entrepreneur with nearly two decades’ experience in business development and social impact financing .As a former CEO of the Morris Kahn Foundation,for the past 12 years, Einat has launched numerous large-scale, high-impact investment campaigns to bring value to businesses and social initiatives, alike.
Einat: "Achieving that imperfect balance between the human component and the need for continuous innovation and technological breakthroughs is a critical factor for success."
Vivienne is an incredible inspiration to us at Intuit Israel. It’s not just that she totally rocks her research—it’s also that she brings her unique voice and authenticity right into her work. We think that Vivienne’s visions of inclusion and gender-equity in the workplace is everything we stand for at Intuit, and we would like to help her influence all companies for the better."
The vision of Autodesk is to help people imagine, design and make a better world and inclusion is one of our core values as an organization. We find full alignment of Dr. Ming’s mission, ideas, and initiatives with Autodesk. Vivienne truly inspires us and we are super proud to partner with her and create a better world together!”
As a VC we are fortunate to meet hundreds of entrepreneurs each month. The reality is, many of them come from similar backgrounds. We believe that higher levels of diversification, inclusion, and gender-equality would enrich Israel's tech ecosystem in particular and Israeli society in general. We hope that by supporting Dr. Ming’s visit we can help promote this important cause."
