K5 Ventures
Amir Banifatemi is an influential leader in the field of artificial intelligence and innovation, currently serving in various capacities, including as Co-Chair of the Responsible AI Working Group at GPAI and Co-Founder and Director of AI Commons. With extensive experience in fostering AI as a public good and addressing global challenges, Amir founded and curated the AI for Good Global Summit and has held significant roles at K5 Ventures, the Global Initiative on AI and Data Commons, and XPRIZE. With an MBA from HEC Paris and a robust academic background in Electrical Engineering, Physics, and Information Systems, Amir has a proven track record in leading initiatives that bridge theory and practice while promoting sustainable development through technology.
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K5 Ventures
Part of K5 Ventures, K5 Launch is the first Accelerator in Southern California started in 2010 from the observation that Southern California is vibrant with talent and capital, and yet offers limited support for early stage startups. It is run by successful entrepreneurs and investors who have a passion for building startups. Their goal is tobuild a vibrant and supportive community for entrepreneurs in Southern California.K5 Ventures invests in seed rounds for technology companies that have gone through previous accelerators or incubators, as well as companies with demonstrated traction for disruptive products.