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Dr. Georges Aoude
Co-Founder & CEO at Derq Inc.
Dr. Georges Aoude is the CEO and co-founder of Derq, an innovative company specializing in AI technology for road safety and autonomous vehicles. With a Ph.D. and M.S. in Aerospace Engineering from MIT, Dr. Aoude has a strong background in autonomous and connected technologies and intelligent transportation systems. His work has been recognized globally, earning accolades such as AI company of the year at SXSW 2019 and the Global ITS Innovation Prize by the ITS World Congress in 2022. Dr. Aoude's research has been featured in prestigious academic journals and even utilized by NASA astronauts on the International Space Station. As a sought-after speaker, he often shares his expertise at major conferences like CES and WEF. Prior to founding Derq, Dr. Aoude advised various organizations in the transportation and aerospace sectors across North America and the GCCs.