Malur Narayan is a leading expert in AI governance, advocating for ethical and responsible use of artificial intelligence. His work focuses on shaping the future of AI for the betterment of society.

He is a distinguished technology leader with over three decades of expertise in AI/ML, 5G, Quantum and IT/sustainability. At, Tata Consultancy Services, he focused on innovative solutions for digital transformation, emerging technology, and sustainability.

He brings an effective combination of corporate & entrepreneurial experience - having held a broad range of senior management roles at Nortel and Tata, ranging from product engineering, sales, business development, and product management.

Malur's research in adaptive machine learning and AI-bias detection has significantly contributed to advancing technology for social impact. He co-founded Strides AI, promoting diversity in leadership through AI. Malur's strategic vision and extensive experience in product development, business growth, and partnerships position him as a key driver for innovative

As an investor and technology advisor, Malur excels in helping startups conceptualize their product and technology while creating access to b2b markets & segments. He co-founded STRIDES.ai, a platform to improve diversity in leadership.

Malur serves as a director on the board of non-profits, Dara Ashley Foundation (mentoring for underprivileged students) and Brilliant Minds IN (mental health). He is also an advisor to Santa Clara University’s Black Corporate Board Readiness program.

Malur’s superpowers are his ability to think strategically, find new angles, and forge lasting professional relationships and to connect at the C-Level, often resulting in win-win partnerships.

In the early 1990s, Malur pioneered self-managed teams in software development. His research in reverse engineering, inverse resolution, & induction led to the development of adaptive learning reinforcement algorithms in machine learning.

Malur holds a degree in Computer Engineering (1st Rank and Gold Medal winner), a Master’s in Computer Science from Western University, an MBA from Telfer School of Management, Ottawa, Canada, and an Advanced Management (through Harvard).

He has been a speaker for Executive MBA programs at Cornell University, Imperial College, London, IIM-A India, and Queens University in Canada.

Malur is known for his positive attitude, sense of humor and is passionate about creating music, gardening, and sports. He is actively involved in advocating for mental health awareness through BrilliantMinds.in (a mental health foundation).