Marissa
McNeelands
CEO & Co-founder at Toast
"Diverse by Design: Crafting AI with Inclusivity"
"Diverse by Design: Crafting AI with Inclusivity"
24 - 5:30 PM EDT/New York (See in local time)
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05/24/2026 5:30 PM
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Session: Diverse by Design: Crafting AI with Inclusivity
In this compelling TED-style talk, Marissa McNeelands, CEO and co-founder of Toast, explores the urgent need for diversity in AI, particularly in recruitment. The session will uncover the ethical challenges and biases deeply embedded in AI systems. Marissa will share groundbreaking insights from Toast’s innovative approach - using AI not just to screen candidates in, but to ensure women and underrepresented groups aren't unfairly screened out. The talk will conclude with an interactive Q & A, diving deeper into individual queries and collective insights on forging a more inclusive AI future.Key Takeaways
- Ethical Challenges in AI: Gain insights into the ethical complexities in AI, especially in recruitment, and how biases perpetuate gender disparities.
- Practical Solutions: Discover actionable strategies and advice on implementing diversity-focused practices in AI development
- Navigating Biases: Understand the intricacies of AI biases in tech hiring and the importance of human intervention in creating ethical AI systems.
- Interactive and Personalized Learning: Engage in an interactive Q & A session, allowing for a deeper dive into the subject matter and shared experiences.
- Vision for an Inclusive AI Future: Explore Marissa's vision for a future where AI is designed with diversity at its core, contributing to fairer and more innovative technological advancements.
Bio
Marissa McNeelands is the Founder & CEO of Toast, a trailblazing company reshaping gender diversity in tech. With a decade-long journey in tech as a Data & AI Product Manager, and armed with a Master’s in AI from Queen’s University, Marissa has firsthand experience of the gender imbalance in tech. Her journey at Toast, underscored by her recognition as a finalist for Women in AI DEI Leader of the Year, reflects her commitment to creating an AI landscape where diversity is not an afterthought but a foundational element. Learn more about her journey and vision for Toast in her LinkedIn Profile and the recent Forbes article.