Kem-Laurin is a distinguished strategic advisor and pioneering leader in sustainable tech design and AI governance. With two decades of experience in corporate innovation and academic research, she has become a pivotal figure in shaping the future of technology, with a strong emphasis on sustainability, tech design and ethical AI practices.

As co-founder of both the AI Global South Summit Foundation and Human Tech Futures, Kem-Laurin leads initiatives that promote new approaches to sustainable tech futures, rooted in the socio-economic realities of the Global South. Her work integrates sustainable development principles into technological design and transformation strategies, positioning her as a recognized expert in strategic innovation.

 Drawing on her extensive background in tech design, Kem-Laurin ensures that AI and other emerging technologies are implemented with a deep understanding of their societal and cultural impacts, particularly in underrepresented regions. This commitment is reflected in her leadership roles and collaborations with notable organizations and leaders, particularly in the Global South. In addition to her advisory roles, Kem-Laurin is an enthusiastic educator, mentor, and thought leader.

An accomplished author and public speaker, Kem-Laurin has authored numerous articles, papers, and the notable book User Experience in the Age of Sustainability. She has also published a curated thesis paper in the Rhetoric Society Quarterly journal, titled “Sex after Technology: The Rhetoric of Health Monitoring Apps and the Reversal of Roe v. Wade.” Her work continues to inspire and guide the next generation of leaders, influencing graduate curricula in technology, sustainability, the humanities, and higher education. This personal passion further underscores her commitment to building a better, more sustainable future for all and ensuring that technology serves us all equitably.

Kem-Laurin is also the holder of the 2023/24 DiMarco Graduate Scholarship in Computational Rhetoric where her research focused on how AI characterizes humans to myriad material outcomes.