Making big bets on corporate AI ventures: IBM’s Emily Fontaine

As we kick off Season 3 of Humans of AI, we meet Emily Fontaine, who leads capital and AI venture at IBM, where she’s been at the forefront of business technology for the past 15 years.  Emily shares her firsthand experience of AI's transformation from a niche technology to a powerful force shaping industries worldwide. Emily discusses the growing trend of corporate venture capital in AI and the importance of smaller, open-source, and “fit-for-purpose” AI models for scale and accessibility. She highlights the importance of fostering a collaborative and listening culture within organizations to truly realize the full potential of AI. Emily also touches on how she continues to stay so passionate, excited, and hopeful about the future of AI after years in the industry. 

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