Russ Erickson

VP Partnerships

Amii (Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute)

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

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I lead industry partnerships and business development at Amii, a world-leading AI research institute. We drive innovation in AI and adoption in industry.

My organisation

Amii is one of Canada’s three national AI institutes, advancing the country’s leadership in artificial intelligence as part of the Pan-Canadian AI Strategy. We work alongside Mila, the Vector Institute, and CIFAR to drive world-class research, develop top AI talent, and support the responsible use of AI across industries. Together, we’re positioning Canada as a global leader in AI innovation. Learn more at About Amii
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About me

At the forefront of AI innovation, my role as VP of Investment & Partnerships at Amii revolves around spearheading strategic initiatives that bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and practical applications. With an unwavering commitment to fostering collaboration, my efforts focus on connecting industry leaders with expertise to accelerate the adoption of AI technologies.

Previously, as Director of Business Development at Nureva, I honed my expertise in business development and strategy, leading to the creation of robust business alliances and market development programs. These experiences have helped me become a catalyst for growth and innovation in technology sectors, driven by a passion to harness AI's transformative potential for societal and economic advancement.

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Skills

  • Business Development
  • Strategic Partnership

Interests

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning
  • AI
  • ML
  • Technology Adoption
  • Technology commercialization