Alyssa Lefaivre Škopac is the Senior Policy Advisor for Responsible AI at the Institute for Security and Technology (IST) Alyssa boasts over 15 years of experience in business and partnership development, primarily within the emerging tech sector. In 2023, her contributions to the field earned her recognition as one of the top 65 most influential women in AI by InspiredMinds.

Alyssa’s ability to forge meaningful connections is evident in her role as a catalyst for significant partnerships across the entire AI ecosystem. As the former, Head of Global Partnerships and Growth at the Responsible AI Institute, at the RAI Institute, she plays a crucial role in building partnerships that support the entire ecosystem. Additionally, Alyssa was instrumental in aligning the Institute’s strategy and product development to meet the most important and emerging needs in the responsible AI space. Her impactful leadership extends to successfully closing strategic partnerships with multiple Fortune 500 companies, contributing to the growth, sustainability, and impact of the RAI Institute in promoting responsible AI practices. Alyssa spearheaded initiatives to enable successful responsible AI efforts in organizations.