Marinela Profi
Global AI Strategy Lead for AI Agents and Generative AI, SAS
Marinela Profi is a globally recognized expert in AI, with deep experience at the intersection of data science, advanced analytics and business strategy. She holds advanced degrees in statistics and econometrics, along with an MBA, equipping her to translate complex AI technologies into real-world business outcomes.
Profi helps financial institutions and other enterprises use ethical and trustworthy AI to enhance productivity, streamline decision making and drive sustainable innovation. Her work spans from designing AI governance frameworks to enabling GenAI adoption at scale – always with a strong focus on responsible, explainable and high-impact solutions.
A passionate educator and thought leader, she serves on the Advisory Board for Wake Technical Community College's Data Science program and speaks regularly at global conferences and universities. Her published insights continue to shape the evolving narrative on how AI is transforming business models and the future of work.