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Helen Edwards
Meta-researcher and Educator in AI, Co-Founder of Artificiality
Helen Edwards is a seasoned entrepreneur, technology executive, and researcher who co-founded Sonder Studio with her husband Dave Edwards.13 She has extensive experience working at the intersection of technology innovation and traditional business practices.3
Professional Background
Helen has held several notable positions throughout her career:
- Co-Founder of Artificiality (current role)3
- Co-Founder of Sonder Studio (2019-2023)3
- Commissioner for the Higher Education Coordinating Commission, State of Oregon (2020-2024)3
- Contributor at Quartz (2019-2021)3
- Co-head of Quartz AI (2017-2018)3
- Founder and AI researcher at Intelligentsia.ai (2016-2017, acquired by Atlantic Media)3
Prior to these roles, Helen served as CIO of Transpower (New Zealand's national grid), head of emerging products at Pacific Gas and Electric, and head of corporate venturing for Meridian Energy.3
Expertise and Approach
Helen is known for her ability to:
- See new relationships and counter-intuitive outcomes
- "Link the unlinkable"
- Spot signals in noise
- Advise senior leaders on using technology to improve decision-making12
Her work focuses on helping humans succeed in the digital age, particularly in the context of artificial intelligence and complex change.34
Recent Work
In 2022, Helen and Dave Edwards co-authored a book titled "Make Better Decisions: How to Improve Your Decision-Making in the Digital Age".56 They continue to work together, offering insights on AI strategy, complex change, and empowering people to be better decision-makers in the age of machines and data.78
