Franklin Urteaga

Franklin Urteaga is a former White House Tech Advisor who served under two U.S. Presidents, Bill Clinton and Barack Obama, with expertise in Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Tech Startups, and Cybersecurity. He played a significant role in building Global Brands such as JDate, AmericanSingles, and ChristianMingle.

Urteaga initiated the first 'INTERNET Day' at the White House to advocate for internet use across all 50 U.S. states. He contributed to the growth of Online Dating globally and introduced the world's first AI-powered Fake News Filter app, Oigetit.ai, for mobile users worldwide.

Recognized as a VIP Keynote Speaker, Urteaga has spoken at prestigious Silicon Valley conferences, as well as addressed audiences on Innovation in London, Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and multiple cities in India and China. He is known for his insights on Cross-Border Innovation, covering topics like Innovation Trends, Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Fintech, Cryptocurrency, Unicorn Companies, Sharing Economy Companies, Entrepreneurship, and Startups.

Having pursued a Masters degree in Executive, Legislative, & Regulatory Management at The George Washington University, Urteaga has held various key roles in organizations including being a Startup Mentor at MBZUAI, Co-Founder & CEO at Oigetit.ai, National Finance Committee Member for Joe Biden's U.S. Presidential campaign, Senior Advisor & Startup Mentor at BootUP Ventures, Regional Director for multiple campaign offices during Barack Obama's re-election campaign, Executive Vice President at Sierra Scientific Inc., and Founding Member on the Board of Directors at JDate.com & ChristianMingle.com.

His previous positions also include Technology Policy Advisor and Assistant to the Deputy Chief of Staff at The White House during Albert Gore Jr.'s tenure as Vice President.