Meet Your Instructors
Learn from experienced AI professionals who bring real-world expertise from leading organizations.
Marcus Chen
AI Strategy Director • Deloitte Canada
Marcus has 12+ years of experience leading AI transformation initiatives for Fortune 500 companies. Previously at IBM Watson, he now helps organizations develop and execute comprehensive AI strategies. His workshops blend strategic thinking with practical implementation frameworks.
Dr. Sarah Okonkwo
Director of AI Research • University of Toronto
Dr. Okonkwo holds a PhD in Machine Learning from MIT and leads the Applied AI Lab at UofT. She specializes in making complex AI concepts accessible to business professionals. Her research on AI ethics has been published in Nature and IEEE.
Eddy Perlaza
Founder & VP of AI Solutions • Intelli Brand AI
Eddy Perlaza is the Founder of Intelli Brand AI, a Toronto-based digital strategy and artificial intelligence agency helping businesses improve their branding, marketing, web presence, and operational workflows through practical AI solutions. With a background in communications, digital marketing, branding, and business development, Eddy focuses on making AI accessible, useful, and results-driven for entrepreneurs, professionals, and growing organizations. His work combines strategic thinking, creative execution, and automation to help companies move from ideas to scalable digital systems.