Listen "An Interview with Soribel Feliz"
Episode Synopsis
🎙️ In this engaging episode of Lunchtime BABLing, BABL AI CEO Dr. Shea Brown sits down with special guest Soribel Feliz, a former US diplomat turned AI governance expert. Soribel shares her fascinating career journey from the State Department to big tech roles at Meta and Microsoft, and now as an AI governance and compliance specialist at DHS. 🚀
From her early experiences moderating content algorithms at Meta to advising on AI policy in the US Senate, Soribel discusses the evolution of AI, its ethical challenges, and the crucial importance of data privacy and workforce impacts. She also opens up about transitioning into the tech world, overcoming technical learning curves, and her dedication to helping others navigate career uncertainties in the AI-driven future. 🌍✨
🔑 Key Highlights:
Soribel's career leap from diplomacy to tech and AI policy.
The ethical dilemmas and societal impacts of AI she’s witnessed firsthand.
Her thoughts on AI literacy gaps and the need for growth mindset education.
Practical advice for those transitioning into AI or confronting job uncertainties.
🌟 This episode is packed with wisdom, optimism, and actionable insights for young professionals, career changers, and anyone passionate about responsible AI.
📌 Follow Soribel Feliz for more on AI governance, career guidance, and navigating uncertainty in a rapidly evolving world. Links to her website and newsletter are in the description below.
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soribel-f-b5242b14/Check out the babl.ai website for more stuff on AI Governance and
Responsible AI!
From her early experiences moderating content algorithms at Meta to advising on AI policy in the US Senate, Soribel discusses the evolution of AI, its ethical challenges, and the crucial importance of data privacy and workforce impacts. She also opens up about transitioning into the tech world, overcoming technical learning curves, and her dedication to helping others navigate career uncertainties in the AI-driven future. 🌍✨
🔑 Key Highlights:
Soribel's career leap from diplomacy to tech and AI policy.
The ethical dilemmas and societal impacts of AI she’s witnessed firsthand.
Her thoughts on AI literacy gaps and the need for growth mindset education.
Practical advice for those transitioning into AI or confronting job uncertainties.
🌟 This episode is packed with wisdom, optimism, and actionable insights for young professionals, career changers, and anyone passionate about responsible AI.
📌 Follow Soribel Feliz for more on AI governance, career guidance, and navigating uncertainty in a rapidly evolving world. Links to her website and newsletter are in the description below.
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/soribel-f-b5242b14/Check out the babl.ai website for more stuff on AI Governance and
Responsible AI!
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