Matt Pollard serves as the Vice President of Technology at SS&C Technologies (NASDAQ: SSNC | Market Cap: $19B), a global leader in software, services, and managed solutions tailored for the financial services and healthcare sectors. Leveraging its expertise in cloud-based platforms, data management, and regulatory compliance, SS&C empowers clients to streamline operations, mitigate risks, and foster innovation.With a remarkable career spanning 25 years, Matt has held key positions at renowned firms such as IBM, Booz Allen Hamilton, and Slalom Consulting. He has consistently provided invaluable advice to Fortune 500 companies worldwide.A staunch advocate for the ethical evolution of technology, Matt's leadership is characterized by his unwavering commitment to ethical AI principles. He has driven substantial advancements in the development and deployment of AI technologies on a global scale. His expertise lies in navigating organizations through the complexities of modern technology, with a strong emphasis on transparency, fairness, and accountability in AI formulation and implementation.Matt is deeply invested in addressing the critical issues at the intersection of technology, politics, and society. He is an influential voice in international forums, contributing significantly to the responsible development of AI. As an active steering committee member of BigData London, an advisory board member representing AI for the University of Denver, a member of The Union League, an industry speaker, and a published author, Matt shares his insights and knowledge widely.Matt holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems from the University of Georgia. He currently resides in Boulder, Colorado.