From applied researchers to CEOs passionate about AI: a glimpse of Synaptech’s first speakers

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4 min readApr 27, 2017

From the brinks of university laboratories to becoming integrated in objects used in real life, Artificial Intelligence is going mainstream. Not in the pop culture per se, but because it grows into a widely-used technology and mundane objects are already influenced by it. Because there are new programs and developments that help humanity towards its evolution. Although AI is the hottest topic of the year, its development is still incipient.

This is where Synaptech steps in

Synaptech is focused on the real applicability of Artificial Intelligence. Its aim is to connect the most prolific-AI based startups with investors around the world, and corporations to the latest innovation, in 21–22 September.

A great event cannot take place without enlightened minds. Do you know what Jean-Francois Gagne, David Kelnar, Luming Wang, Friederike Schüür, Holger Weiss and Peter Yared have in common? Apart for being the first confirmed speakers for Synaptech, they are experts in the field of Artificial Intelligence, where they worked for years and nonetheless, they want to share their valuable experience with you.

Learn AI from Applied Researchers

Jean-Francois Gagné has co-founded with Yoshua Bengio, Element AI the world’s biggest applied research lab that develops AI-first solutions and technology to solve company challenges and boost productivity. Being a seasoned entrepreneur, he also founded and successfully exited two AI and operations research companies.

Friederike Schüür is the Director of Data Science at Fast Forward Labs, an applied machine intelligence and advising company in Brooklyn, NY. Their capabilities include diving into machine learning, building fully functioning prototypes exploring state-of-the-art technology and advising companies on how to get ready for the future (ML and AI).

Learn AI from Automotive Titans

Luming Wang is the Head of Deep Learning at Uber where he leads the development of the world’s leading Deep Learning platform, that supports Uber’s rapid growth.

Holger Weiss is the CEO of German AutoLabs and has 15 years track record in managing technology-driven companies with focus on consumer-centric services. Currently he is building an AI digital co-driver, in order to create a safer and smarter mobility experience.

Meet investors and CEOs passionate about AI

David Kelnar is the Investment Director & Head of Research at MMC Ventures, where he made an in-depth research on UK’s AI startups landscape. He has 8 years of entrepreneurial leadership experience in early stage companies, and is an advisor to a range of early stage ventures.

Peter Yared is the Founder & CTO at Sapho, the Google Now for the Enterprise. Previously, he was the CTO/CIO of CBS Interactive and the founder of 4 enterprise infrastructure companies. He is also the inventor of several patents on core Internet infrastructure including federated single sign on and dynamic data requests.

During Synaptech, apart from the conference, where the presented thought leaders will discuss about the latest developments and share their valuable insights, you will also be able to attend hands-on machine learning workshops and an international competition, featuring AI startups with disruptive products.

Embark in the world of AI and book your ticket for Synaptech now! For our first attendees we have a special offer: 2 tickets at the price of 1, available until April 30.

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Synaptech
Synaptech

Artificial Intelligence event based in Berlin focused on the practical aspects. Machine Learning workshops, #AI Conference & International Startup Competition