MAYA ACKERMAN, PHD, is an interna-tionally renowned leader in generative AI, pioneering the next chapter of creativity. As CEO and Co-Founder of WaveAI, one of the earliest generative AI startups, she has enabled millions to explore new frontiers in creative expression through AI. An Associate Professor at Santa Clara University, Dr. Ackerman is widely known for her research on AI and creativity. Dr. Ackerman's insights have been featured in NBC News, NPR, Forbes, and more. Her work champions the role of AI in amplifying--rather than replacing--human creativity.