When people talk about the future of AI, it often sounds inevitable, as if technology simply moves forward and the rest of us try to keep up. Marion Mulder sees it differently.
“A lot of people assume there is only one future,” she says. “Usually, the one that looks like a straight line from the past. But that’s rarely true.”

Professor Şeyma Bozkurt Uzan is an excellent mentor in the AI4ALL Mentor Program for anyone working to solve a complex problem. She helps you build a structured roadmap so your decisions feel solid and well thought out. She patiently guides you in exploring different possibilities, and together you determine which direction works best.
Her foundation is business, operations research, and multi-criteria decision-making. She brings that lens into everything she does, from data science and AI to machine learning, data-driven analytics, NLP, and education technologies.

At the AI4ALL Gala & Awards 2026, leaders, innovators, and curious minds came together to celebrate The Power of Us. Through inspiring stories, moments of magic, and honest conversations about leadership and inclusion, the evening showed what’s possible when a community goes all in. More than a gala, it was a powerful reminder that the future of responsible AI is built together.

If you’re navigating a transition but struggling to take action, AI4ALL mentor Stefanie Taylor shares her tried-and-true techniques from the mentorship program to help women move forward.

Stefanie is an exceptional mentor for mentees who are making a radical change in their lives or careers, as well as for those who have been in a corporate position for some time and are ready to take the next step but feel overwhelmed by the many options available.

Christina Caljé, AI4Her Legacy Award finalist, bridges frontier technology and society. From scaling AI startups to advising investors through TINTT, she makes complex innovation accessible, ethical, and impactful. Through storytelling, governance, and investment, Christina shows that shaping the future of AI isn’t just about technology; it’s about who understands it, guides it, and benefits.

Marzieh Fadaee, Head of Cohere Labs and AI4Her Legacy Award finalist, is shaping the future of multilingual AI by ensuring no language is left behind. With over a decade of research spanning data-efficient learning, evaluation, and responsible AI, her work centers on building language models that serve diverse communities, especially those historically excluded from AI development. Blending technical rigor with ethical leadership, Fadaee is redefining how inclusive, trustworthy multilingual AI is built and sustained.

Anna Brueva, a dedicated advocate for women in AI and deeptech, is transforming sustainable innovation with her startup, ChemReclaim. By creating high-performance nanomaterials that reduce resource use while boosting quality, she is contributing to a greener future. Her commitment to empowering women in STEM is shown through her mentorship programs, helping over 150 women advance in their careers. Discover how Anna embodies the spirit of the AI4Her Earth Award and makes a significant impact on our planet.

“AI isn’t just a tool, it’s a new mindset,” says Liana Hakobyan, an advocate for making AI accessible. Liana simplifies complex AI concepts for marketers with her initiative, The AI Habit. By promoting collaboration, she empowers individuals to confidently integrate AI into their workflows. Discover how her innovative approach is the reason why she is an AI4Her Future Award finalist.