Full Name

Dr. Michael Jabbour

Job Title

AI Innovation Officer

Company

Microsoft

Speaker Bio

Dr. Michael J. Jabbour is the AI Innovation Officer in Microsoft's Office of the CTO, where he advances pioneering research in human-AI collaboration across education, medicine, engineering, and other critical fields. His current work spans biologically inspired AI models, memory, metacognition, agency, and the future of work—empowering individuals and organizations globally to harness the transformative potential of artificial intelligence. A recognized leader in large-scale organizational transformation, Dr. Jabbour brings decades of experience across artificial intelligence, human-centered agile development, and healthcare. He previously served as CIO/CTO for several New York City agencies, including the NYC Department of Education, where he secured significant innovation funding and developed programs benefiting millions of users. A regular guest lecturer at top universities, he bridges the worlds of industry and academia, making complex technical concepts accessible and actionable.