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rimma dzhusupova
ai4her earth winner at ai 4 all – women’s leadership stichting
about
dr. rimma dzhusupova is an industrial ai and ai compliance expert with over 16 years of experience across engineering and ai. she has led ai initiatives in complex industrial environments where safety, sustainability, and reliability are critical. born in kazakhstan and educated in russia, finland, and the netherlands, her ai work in critical infrastructure and academic research has contributed to reducing environmental impact in large-scale engineering projects. rimma founded explorai to become one of the first designated notified bodies under the eu ai act, ensuring ai serves responsible use and people’s good.
i want young women to know that…
following your passion can lead somewhere unexpected. i pursued ai in petrochemical and energy engineering years ago when people thought it was unrealistic as ai in this sector seemed too futuristic. that path became an exciting journey and built a successful career. dare to follow your passion.
ai 4 all – women’s leadership stichting
at ai4all, our ai4her awards celebrate women who are shaping ai in ways that matter. from pioneers who paved the way, to leaders making healthcare more accessible, to innovators driving sustainability, to rising stars setting new standards for what’s next. these role models remind us that progress in ai is never the work of one person alone. it happens through shared knowledge, visible leadership, and collective responsibility. by lifting these women into the spotlight, we show how individual impact becomes greater when it’s part of something bigger.