As Vice President of Data Ethics at global analytics and AI provider SAS, Reggie Townsend leads a global effort to empower employees and customers to deploy data-driven systems that promote human well-being, agency and equity. He has more than 20 years of experience in strategic planning, program management, consulting and business development, with a focus on advanced analytics, cloud computing and AI. He combines this expertise with a passion for equity and human empowerment. Townsend serves on the U.S. National Artificial Intelligence Advisory Committee (NAIAC) and sits on the board of EqualAI.