Carmem Domingues

Former White House Senior AI Advisor, AI Techno-Realist & Strategist helping audiences understand and leverage AI ethically and effectively
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About

Carmem Domingues is a Harvard, Columbia, and Cambridge-educated global AI leader who turns complexity into clarity. With a rare blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and cutting-edge research, she equips audiences with actionable insights, the skills and confidence to leverage AI strategically, ethically, and effectively. With nearly two decades of experience across the private and public sectors, Carmem Domingues has helped organizations globally – from startups and Fortune 500 companies including Goldman Sachs and Delta Airlines; to HSBC, Oliver Wyman, the World Bank, the OAS, the IADB, and the White House – harness the power of data, technology, and AI to drive real results.

A self-described techno-realist, Carmem cuts through the noise and hype surrounding AI, delivering grounded, research-backed insights that are as relevant to the C-suite as they are to the frontline.

Passionate about AI Literacy, she launched the first bilingual, multi-platform AI Education and Communication initiative. At the White House, she developed the AI Training for the Federal Workforce for over 3.3 million civil servants and military personnel.

Carmem breaks down complex technical concepts translating them into digestible and relatable insights for technical and non-technical audiences alike. Her current research explores the impact of AI on human cognition, critical thinking, and relationships. Carmem’s multidisciplinary approach weaves together technical expertise with history, economics, philosophy, and foreign policy to illuminate both the promises and the perils of AI, and provide insights into the future.

In a world where everyone is trying to predict the future of AI, she takes a different approach: she doesn't offer unfounded predictions. Instead, she teaches her audiences how to think about AI in a holistic manner, and equips them with the frameworks and confidence to navigate the rapidly and constantly evolving technological and geopolitical landscape of an AI-driven world, whatever the future may bring.

Having lived and worked across the US, Latin America, Europe, and Australia, Carmem brings a rare global perspective to every stage.

Whatever the setting, Carmem always thoughtfully customizes her engaging and insightful presentations to the right level of depth, making them relevant and impactful for each audience. Across keynotes, workshops, and trainings, Carmem’s audiences leave not just better informed, but genuinely prepared to think critically, inspired to take action, and empowered to deploy AI strategically in their organizations and their lives.

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Topics

How AI Is Changing Us

Will AI Make Us Dumber? How AI Shapes How We Think And Act

What AI (Really) Is

AI Power Wars

So You’re Dating An AI?

How To Do AI Right

Responsible And Ethical AI & AI Governance

AI & The Future: What Should We Actually Expect, And How Can We Prepare?

Videos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCg7bQrbgko&t=1127shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCg7bQrbgko&t=1127s
Rep. Nanette Barragan on Trump's Government Shutdown; Plus, AI, Competitiveness and Jobs
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baRk0LOovvQ&thttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=baRk0LOovvQ&t
#125 - Behind the Buzz: What AI Really Means for Us (Carmem Domingues & Garry Chan)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSfKjARKvUI&t=922shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FSfKjARKvUI&t=922s
Weatherhead Forum | Algorithmic Power: The Role of AI in Foreign Policy

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Testimonials

"I had the pleasure of working with Carmem Domingues when she delivered a talk on artificial intelligence to a group of term members at the Council on Foreign Relations in 2025. The discussion was focused specifically on how AI can empower or erode human behavior, and Carmem brought an expert yet measured perspective that was necessary to have a balanced and fruitful conversation. She is especially talented in translating complex, high-level concepts into clear and accessible insights, something that is incredibly important for a subject that is evolving at such a rapid pace. Carmem is extremely thoughtful, collaborative, and well-prepared and was the ideal partner in helping shape an event that was valuable and educational to all that attended. I would welcome the opportunity to work with her and rely on her expertise any time."

Meaghan Fulco, Associate Vice President
Council on Foreign Relations

“I had the pleasure of working with Carmem Domingues on two different occasions: a Future Hacker roundtable and a Keynote session she delivered for senior executives at Orb.tz. In both settings, Carmem stood out as an exceptional speaker. She has a rare ability to explain complex topics around AI, ethics, and policy in a clear, structured, and highly didactic way—without ever oversimplifying the discussion. Her depth of academic knowledge is impressive, but what truly sets her apart is how approachable, engaging, and charismatic she is on stage. Carmem creates an environment where people feel comfortable asking questions, challenging ideas, and thinking critically about the real impact of AI on society, business, and the future. Executives left her session not only better informed, but genuinely inspired. I highly recommend Carmem as a speaker for organizations looking for thoughtful, insightful, and impactful conversations about artificial intelligence and its broader implications.”

Maria Athayde, Partner, Future Hacker Strategist
Orb.tz

“As AI increasingly dominates more and more sectors of society, Carmem Domingues is an invaluable voice and resource for insights into the realities behind the technology’s impact and what the government can and should do to manage it. As a guest on the CenterD podcast, Carmem shared an inside look into the nuance of the policy making process at the highest levels of government, and made it digestible for our audience on what that means for America’s workforce. Carmem’s ability to add broader historical context and industry insights allowed us to go much more in-depth than the typical superficial conversations that too often dominate online. Beyond informational, Carmem’s expertise yielded valuable insights into the realities of the resilience of the labor market in the context of AI, while also adding important understanding of how workers can thrive in the emerging economy. Her friendly and engaging demeanor was also a refreshing change on a topic where experts often come across as clinical, abstract, or difficult to connect with. I highly recommend Carmem for speaking engagements and look forward to catching them. “

Luis Miranda, Managing Director, Ambassador Public Affairs, Former US Senior Political and Government Official, Host
CenterD Podcast

“Carmem brought such a thoughtful perspective to our class at GWU. Carmem challenged us to think beyond the technology itself and focus on our ethical responsibilities in designing and deploying AI. Her perspective on privacy, governance, and societal impact was thought-provoking and grounded in real examples. She left us with the right questions about our role in shaping AI's future. “

Professor Mike Tadesse
George Washington University

“Carmem Domingues joined one of my classes on the course AI and Human Rights as a guest speaker, and her contribution was outstanding. She brought both deep technical expertise on AI and practical insight, engaging students with thoughtful reflections that eRectively bridged theoretical frameworks and contemporary challenges in the field of artificial intelligence.”

Lutiana Valadares Fernandes Barbosa, Adjunct Professor
Georgetown University SFS-CLAS

“I really appreciated Carmem’s knowledge, wisdom, experience, and personal thoughts! I thank her for taking the time to speak to us. I have grown in my passion for AI ethics in this course and her lecture really spoke to me – especially since our class has been very AI positive and her talk caused us to look past the pretty picture and look more at the consequences and nitty-gritty details of how it’s produced and how it shapes society. I found it very relevant, up-to-date, and engaging!”

Madison Dias, student
George Washington University