Jaxson Khan
For the last 15 years, Jaxson Khan has worked at the intersection of technology, policy, and social impact. Most recently, he served as Senior Policy Advisor to the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Industry. He played a pivotal role in developing the $2.4 billion national artificial intelligence strategy "Securing Canada's AI Advantage", passing major reforms to the Competition Act, and advancing critical investments in advanced robotics, quantum computing, and semiconductors to accelerate the economy.
Previously, as Director of Growth at Fable, an accessibility platform powered by people with disabilities, his team drove significant new revenue opportunities, which contributed to the company securing a $10.5M USD Series A round.
A recognized thought leader, Jaxson has hosted the Microsoft-sponsored AskAI podcast, given talks including a TEDx, and published articles on AI and digital transformation. Jaxson founded a consulting firm serving AI, education, and fintech clients across several countries. Jaxson has also mentored startups through Techstars, judged for Venture for Canada, and co-founded Young Diplomats of Canada, which organizes delegations to global governance summits.
Jaxson holds an Executive MBA from Quantic School of Business and Technology and a BA from Huron University. He was named a Global Shaper of the World Economic Forum and one of Canada's Top 20 Under 20. He speaks English and Spanish and is learning French.
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