Brian Cruz
Head of AI Engineering, Advocate
Brian Cruz leads AI Engineering at Advocate, where Generative AI is used to help disabled individuals apply for government benefits. He previously worked at Samba TV, contributing significantly to advancements in AI for edge devices, as well as at Salesforce, where he led ML engineering for sales revenue forecasting.
Watch in-person: November 7
Reimagining Accessibility in the Age of Generative AI
In the push for technological advancement, it’s crucial to remember that true progress lies in addressing the actual needs of individuals, especially those in underrepresented communities. This lightning talk explores the role of AI in enhancing accessibility, for instance through the development of improved audio descriptions for blind and low vision users. The discussion will focus on the importance of designing solutions that genuinely meet people’s needs, rather than simply advancing technology for its own sake.
