Dr. Ayesha Khanna is a globally recognized artificial intelligence expert, entrepreneur, advisor, and futurist. She is Co-Founder and CEO of Addo, a global AI solutions firm, and advises leading corporations and governments on artificial intelligence, smart cities, digital transformation, and the future of work.
Recognized by Forbes as one of Southeast Asia’s groundbreaking female entrepreneurs, Ayesha is known for helping leaders understand how emerging technologies can amplify human potential and shape more inclusive, innovative societies. She has served on a variety of global boards and advisory bodies, including Johnson Controls, NEOM Tonomous, and L’Oréal’s Scientific Advisory Board, and was the founder of 21C Girls, a charity that provided free coding and AI education for girls.
Ayesha holds degrees from Harvard University, Columbia University, and the London School of Economics, where her Ph.D. focused on digital innovation in smart cities.














