AI Strategist | Trusted AI Expert

Marinela Profi is an AI strategist, trusted AI expert, and international keynote speaker working at the intersection of artificial intelligence, business strategy, and human behavior, who explores one of the most defining questions of our time: How can we harness the power of artificial intelligence without losing what makes us human?

With a background in data science and economics and experience working with leading global AI and technology companies, Marinela brings deep technical expertise and a strategic understanding of how organizations can turn artificial intelligence into real business value. Her work spans enterprise AI, machine learning, agentic AI, AI governance, and intelligent decision- making, helping bridge the gap between technological innovation and practical business transformation.

Combining technical depth with business strategy, Marinela advises on the opportunities, challenges, and strategic decisions organizations face as AI evolves from an experimental technology into a fundamental driver of competitive advantage. She brings a practical perspective to conversations about AI adoption, scalability, trust, governance, and the future of autonomous intelligent systems.

Beyond enterprise technology, Marinela examines the profound ways AI is transforming human behavior, decision-making, leadership, and society. She is the creator of The AI Trust Drift™, a thought-leadership framework exploring how our increasing reliance on artificial intelligence is quietly reshaping how we think, decide, build trust and the capabilities we develop as humans.

Born in Albania, with an international career spanning the United States, Asia and Europe, Marinela brings a global perspective to her work. As an advocate for women in technology, she also speaks about leadership, breaking barriers, and the power of reinvention in a rapidly evolving industry.

Through her keynotes, executive discussions, and strategic insights, Marinela connects the technical realities of AI with its business implications and human consequences, making complex ideas accessible, relevant, and actionable for audiences ranging from technology professionals and C-suite executives to global leadership conferences.

Her mission is simple: Making sense of AI. Making space for humanity.