Building Diverse AI Startups: Challenges and Opportunities

Building Diverse AI Startups: Challenges and Opportunities

Join us for an insightful discussion on "Building Diverse AI Startups: Challenges and Opportunities".

By AI2Elevate

Date and time

Wednesday, May 28 · 5:30 - 8:30pm CEST

Location

B. Amsterdam

763A Johan Huizingalaan 1066 VH Amsterdam Netherlands

Agenda

5:30 PM - 6:00 PM

Walk-in & Networking

6:00 PM - 6:10 PM

Welcome & Opening Remarks

Misagh Akhondzad

Dr. Pourya Darnihamedani

Ingrid Tappin

6:10 PM - 7:00 PM

Panel: Building Diverse AI Startups: Challenges and Opportunities

Gabriele Galassi

Rahel de Vriend

To be announced!

7:00 PM - 7:15 PM

Audience Q&A

7:15 PM - 8:30 PM

Networking & Drinks

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

🚀 Inclusive Innovation: Diversity in AI Startups


As AI technologies reshape industries and societies, building inclusive teams and equitable technologies is no longer a choice. It’s a necessity for innovation, sustainability, and long-term success. So, how can startup founders truly embed diversity in their companies from day one?


AI2Elevate and Diverse Leaders in Tech are co-hosting an inspiring panel discussion focused on the crucial topic of diversity in AI-driven startups. Moderated by Ingrid Tappin, Dr. Pourya Darnihamedani, and Misagh Akhondzad, this session brings together visionary entrepreneurs, investors, and ecosystem leaders who are championing diversity and inclusion across the tech landscape. Learn how to build multicultural teams, design unbiased AI, and drive inclusive innovation from the ground up.


Meet the Panelists:

🎙️ Gabriele Galassi – Head of L&D and Social Impact, Mollie

Gabriele is an experienced talent leader and Chartered Psychologist with a track record at scaleups and corporates like Mollie, Wise, and the BBC. He combines leadership, business acumen, and evidence-based psychology to build high-performing, inclusive cultures.

🎙️ Rahel de Vriend – Head of Innovation Research and Scouting, TNW | Co-founder, Equals

A passionate advocate for inclusive entrepreneurship, Rahel bridges the gap between innovation research and ecosystem development. She brings valuable insights on how startups can scale with equity in mind.

🎙️ Third pannelist to be announced soon!


What You’ll Learn:

✅ Why diversity matters in AI startups – beyond corporate social responsibility.

✅ Common challenges founders face when building diverse teams (and how to overcome them).

✅ How to design AI solutions that minimise bias and maximise societal value.

✅ Funding and support ecosystems that prioritise diverse entrepreneurs.


Who Should Attend?

🎯 Startup founders and early-stage teams building AI-driven products.

🎯 Investors interested in backing diverse teams and ethical AI innovation.

🎯 Corporate innovators and tech professionals advocating for inclusive growth.

🎯 Anyone passionate about diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in tech and AI.


🎟️ Reserve Your Spot Now!

Connect with inclusive innovation leaders, gain actionable insights, and join the movement shaping the future of AI. Seats are limited—register today!


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AI2Elevate is an in-person community dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, micro-entrepreneurs, and aspiring founders to harness the power of AI for growth and innovation. Through immersive events, workshops, and panel discussions, we bring together AI pioneers and business leaders to share hands-on insights, real-world strategies, and success stories. Join us to connect, collaborate, and stay at the forefront of AI-driven entrepreneurship!