In this AI Over Lunch feature, Dr Julia Stamm, Founder & CEO of She Shapes AI, discusses why innovation is “too important to be left to engineers alone.” Over tea in Brussels, she reflects on her journey from policy to entrepreneurship and her mission to centre women in responsible AI. The conversation explores visibility, inclusion, and purpose-driven innovation—revealing how She Shapes AI is reshaping the global tech landscape with values, vision, and real-world impact.

Dr Julia Stamm, alumna and Alumni Council co-chair, shares her journey from policy and governance into founding She Shapes AI. The article explores how her leadership is rewriting the future of technology by putting inclusivity and responsibility at the heart of AI development. Julia reflects on bridging global policy with entrepreneurship and how She Shapes AI is driving innovation that benefits both people and planet.

Tech.eu spotlights She Shapes AI’s mission to transform who builds the future of AI. With women receiving less than 2% of global VC funding, She Shapes AI champions their leadership, showcasing ventures that prove responsible AI is not only ethical but impactful. The piece highlights our global awards, ecosystem, and partnerships as a catalyst for systemic change—demonstrating what’s possible when innovation is built inclusively and designed to serve society at large.

Developed in partnership with the Economic Research Institute for ASEAN and East Asia, our policy brief, Towards an AI Future that Works for Everyone, examines systemic barriers holding women back in AI. It highlights stark inequities in funding—just 2% of VC goes to women-led ventures—despite higher returns compared to male-led startups. The brief calls on investors, policymakers, and partners to act decisively, redirecting capital to inclusive innovation.

In her article for the Kyndryl Institute, Dr Julia Stamm critiques today’s narrow investment lens on AI. She argues that focusing solely on productivity risks overlooking AI’s true potential: delivering meaningful social and economic impact when developed responsibly. Julia calls for investors and leaders to broaden their perspective, recognising that inclusive, responsible AI creates long-term value for both business and society. The piece affirms She Shapes AI’s belief that values-driven innovation is also smart economics.

Pioneers Post captured the energy of She Shapes AI’s events: rooms alive with women leading in AI. The article highlights how these gatherings are redefining leadership, showcasing expertise, courage, and collaboration across the sector. More than networking, they represent a new vision for AI where women’s perspectives shape technologies that drive equity and social impact. By spotlighting this community, the feature shows how SSAI is rewriting the future through connection and collective action.

The Financial Times profiled the She Shapes AI Global Awards, where 100 women from around the world gathered to celebrate and advance responsible AI. The feature highlights how the Awards spotlight groundbreaking entrepreneurs and create a platform for women leaders to connect, collaborate, and shape the sector’s future. It captures both the ambition and the energy of the event, showing how She Shapes AI is catalysing a global movement for inclusive, values-driven AI innovation.

In her LinkedIn News article, Dr Julia Stamm explores how skills-focused hiring can reshape the labour market in the age of AI. She argues that moving beyond traditional credentials opens pathways for diverse talent to thrive and ensures AI systems reflect a wider range of perspectives. This approach not only addresses skills shortages but also creates fairer, more inclusive opportunities. The piece underscores She Shapes AI’s commitment to practical solutions for building equitable AI ecosystems.