Victoria Vassileva is a professional with extensive experience in account management and public speaking. She holds a degree in Social Justice from Harvard Extension School and has studied at The University of Texas at Austin and Université Paris-Sorbonne, giving her a strong foundation in social sciences and international studies. Currently, Victoria is a Senior Account Director for AI/ML Performance & Responsibility at Arthur, a position she has held since April 2020. In this role, she focuses on ensuring the safe and fair use of machine learning across various industries through real-time model monitoring. Before joining Arthur, she held significant roles in sales and strategy at Phunware, Sanders\Wingo, and Pearson, emphasizing behavioral science in her approach to AI and ML initiatives. Victoria is also an active public speaker and community advocate. She collaborates with Badassery to enhance cultural conversations and serves as an Angel Investor at Merit, supporting under-networked tech workers. Her commitment to fostering inclusivity and innovation in the tech sector is evident in her various engagements. Additionally, Victoria contributes to the Next NYC Network at Work-Bench, focusing on advancing AI and ML practices. She has moderated discussions at Arthur’s AI Fest, exploring the intersection of ethics, equity, and empowerment in AI with AI ethicist Renée Cummings. This session highlighted the ethical implications of AI deployment and offered strategies for creating more inclusive and accountable AI systems. In summary, Victoria is a strategic leader in AI and ML, combining her background in social justice with her professional expertise to promote responsible practices in technology. Her role at Arthur and her involvement in community initiatives reflect her dedication to ethical and equitable AI deployment.
