# My Professional Journey: From AI Vision to Procurement Revolution

My career has been defined by a singular passion: transforming complex, real-world challenges through the strategic application of artificial intelligence. What began as an academic pursuit in AI at Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam has evolved into a mission to revolutionize how organizations approach procurement and decision-making.

## The Foundation: Building Trust in AI

My journey took a pivotal turn when I joined a government institution as an AI Technical Program Manager, where I spent nearly four years leading AI product strategy for mission-critical defense applications. This wasn't just about building technology—it was about creating AI solutions that could be trusted in the highest-stakes environments imaginable. I directed diverse technical teams in developing robust Computer Vision, Voice, and Predictive Maintenance systems that met the most rigorous operational standards.

This experience taught me that AI isn't just about algorithms and data; it's about building systems that humans can trust, understand, and rely upon. These lessons became the cornerstone of my approach to AI development.

## Pioneering Trustworthy AI

Recognizing the critical importance of trust in AI systems, I took on the role of Technical Manager for the Trust AI Consortium, where I led the establishment of a multi-organizational initiative focused on practical Trustworthy AI development. Successfully onboarding eight major technology partners, I created frameworks for effective collaboration on cutting-edge AI challenges, particularly in explainable AI (XAI) and ethical ML tool development.

This role reinforced my belief that the future of AI lies not just in its capabilities, but in its transparency, accountability, and alignment with human values.

## From Automotive Innovation to Entrepreneurial Vision

My technical foundation was solidified during my time as Tech Lead at Aurora Labs, where I worked on self-healing software solutions for the automotive industry. Collaborating with leading manufacturers on OTA updates, cybersecurity, and edge devices, I gained invaluable experience in translating complex technical requirements into practical solutions for enterprise clients.

## The Entrepreneurial Leap: Daliio

Today, as Founder and CEO of Daliio, I'm channeling all of these experiences into solving one of the most persistent challenges in enterprise operations: procurement inefficiency. Our AI-powered platform represents the culmination of my journey—cutting tender time by 80% and boosting accuracy to 95% for buyers and sellers across government, infrastructure, construction, healthcare, and education sectors.

## Skills That Drive Impact

My unique combination of technical depth and strategic vision spans:
- **AI Leadership**: From generative AI development to large language models, with a focus on practical business applications
- **Program Management**: Proven ability to lead complex tech