Leading AI Innovation Across Frontiers
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Ina Wanca is a distinguished leader with a profound impact on AI, cybersecurity, and space innovation. She has pioneered two innovation labs, launched over 50 AI products, and established a cutting-edge space function at Mastercard. Her groundbreaking work includes creating the first AI workforce cybersecurity platform and conceptualizing the first space-NFT concepts, collectively generating $3.2 billion in value across various sectors.
As the former head of Mastercard’s AI-Award Winning Portfolio and Space Group, Wanca drove $0.5 billion in value over three years. Prior to her tenure at Mastercard, she served as the director of AI and cybersecurity for the Crime Commission of NYC, where she pioneered an innovation lab and introduced AI to enhance public safety. Alongside her corporate achievements, she led an NGO representing students at the UN ECOSOC.
In addition to her professional roles, Wanca teaches at NYU and John Jay College of Criminal Justice. At the forefront of innovation, she has developed a signature formula that revitalizes stagnant processes, fosters an innovation mindset among employees, and spearheads the development of new AI products. Her strategic insights and leadership have guided over 30,000 employees through AI innovation practices.
Currently, Ina Wanca advises Fortune 500 companies, hyper-growth startups, fintechs, NGOs, and governments, consistently delivering substantial value and pioneering opportunities in AI and the commercial space economy. Her visionary approach and expertise make her a sought-after advisor for corporate leaders aiming to drive innovation and achieve remarkable results.