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Experts

At EDGE, our strength comes from the expertise behind every program we deliver and a shared commitment to responding to rapid change. Powered by Ontario Tech University, our faculty and industry experts combine academic excellence, applied experience and forward-looking insight to deliver high-quality training with real-world relevance.

Our team includes educators, innovators, senior leaders and thought leaders who understand today’s economic challenges and the skills required to succeed. They design and deliver programs that are precise, practical and immediately applicable, helping participants lead change and achieve meaningful results.

When you learn with EDGE, you learn from professionals who help organizations adapt, lead change and respond to a rapidly evolving landscape.

Jennifer Alsop

Jennifer Alsop

Chief executive with experience spanning executive education, partnerships and public engagement.
Johanna de Boer

Johanna de Boer

Executive advisor specializing in artificial intelligence strategy, governance and enterprise transformation.
Jerrard B. Gaertner

Jerrard B. Gaertner

Artificial intelligence governance researcher focused on AI risk, regulation and oversight.
Sheldon Levy

Sheldon Levy

National leader in innovation and economic development, with extensive experience advancing research, commercialization and regional growth.
Dr. Peter Lewis

Dr. Peter Lewis

Canada Research Chair in Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence, specializing in socially intelligent, ethically aligned AI systems.
Hugh Mansfield

Hugh Mansfield

Artificial intelligence governance and compliance specialist supporting responsible AI implementation and oversight.
Sean Mullin

Sean Mullin

Expert in economics, technology and public policy, with experience advising governments and organizations on workforce and innovation strategy.
Dr. Hossein Rahnama

Dr. Hossein Rahnama

Global authority on AI and data governance, visiting professor at the MIT Media Lab and CEO of Flybits.
Dr. Harvey P. Weingarten

Dr. Harvey P. Weingarten

National leader in higher education reform and workforce strategy, recognized for driving large-scale change in how systems respond to economic and societal needs.