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Chandra Donelson Appointed Acting Chief Data and Artificial Intelligence Officer At Department of the Air Force

PRIVATEApr 10, 2024about 2 years ago

Position

Chief AI Engineer

Company

Department of the Air Force

Chandra Donelson
WashingtonGovernment

Description

Chandra Donelson has been appointed as the acting chief data and artificial intelligence officer at the Department of the Air Force. In this role, she will oversee the development and implementation of departmentwide strategies for ethical and responsible AI, enterprise data management, digital transformation, and analytics to drive innovation in support of DAF’s missions and operations.

Company Information

Company

Department of the Air Force

Location

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

About

The Department of the Air Force (DAF) Chief Data Office was established in July 2017 with the goal of strengthening and modernizing the Department's data strategy and capabilities. In 2021, artificial intelligence (AI) was added to the portfolio, thus establishing the Chief Data and AI Office (DAF CDAO). The DAF and the Secretary of the Air Force have prioritized AI, recognizing the critical role it will play in the future of the military - from enhancing decision-making processes to streamlining operations. By integrating AI, our team ensures responsible implementation and effective utilization of these technologies to support the Department's mission and operations.

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