From a 9-year-old immigrant girl who couldn't speak English to an acclaimed AI entrepreneur, Maritza Tobon's journey defies conventional narratives. Her grit and entrepreneurial spirit were forged early, overcoming adversity to defy expectations in the tech world.As the co-founder of Maison, Maritza is on a mission to make artificial intelligence at the forefront of our next generation of community driven platforms and help more women get to the top 2% of their businesses through our private peer-to-peer network. Drawing from over 18 years of multidisciplinary experience at startups and innovators like Meta, she translates complex AI capabilities into straightforward strategies that empower clients to gain a competitive edge. A passionate advocate for diversity in tech, Maritza leverages AI as an equalizer to level the playing field. Through engaging workshops and interactive sessions with brands like Microsoft, NASDAQ and Digital Summit, she makes bleeding-edge AI tangible and applicable. Maritza is a trusted voice mentoring the next wave of women tech innovators and founders with her insightful yet witty perspective.When she's not pushing the boundaries of AI, you can find Maritza championing the women-led entrepreneurial movement, spending quality time with her three kids, or getting her fitness fix at the nearest CrossFit box.Maritza is frequently tapped as an AI speaker and strategist. She welcomes opportunities to inspire audiences to embrace the boundless potential of artificial intelligence.