Meet Our Team

At Bold New Edge, our strength lies in our people. Our team brings together a diverse group of innovators, strategists, and industry experts united by a shared mission: to accelerate responsible innovation through the adoption of exponential technologies.

Get to know the individuals behind our work, each bringing unique expertise and a deep commitment to helping Canada’s manufacturing sector thrive in the age of AI.

Explore the AI Adoption Program

Alejandro Martinez-Ramos

Co-Founder & Co-CEO

Alejandro is a nonprofit leader and innovation ecosystem builder with 20+ years in technology, entrepreneurship, and international business in diverse industries, including manufacturing.

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Andy Manel

Co-Founder & Co-CEO

An early advocate for AI and exponential technologies, Andy is dedicated to democratizing their benefits.

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Liviu Erbarescu

Head of Business Development

Liviu specializes in scaling organizations, optimizing sales performance, and leveraging AI-powered strategies to achieve measurable impact.

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Our Expert Contributors

This program is enriched by leading voices in AI and advanced manufacturing. Our expert contributors bring deep industry knowledge, strategic insight, and a shared commitment to supporting Canadian manufacturers in their digital transformation. Their involvement ensures the program stays grounded in real-world experience and forward-thinking perspectives.

Adrián González Sánchez

Main Instructor and Program Co-Designer

Executive AI strategist, architect, and educator with 12+ years of experience in AI innovation, ethical AI, and product management, Adrián has held global leadership roles at Microsoft and leading academic institutions. A multilingual lecturer, author, and advisor, he brings cutting-edge knowledge to every cohort.

Nizar Bouguila

Expert Contributor, AI for Decision-Makers Program

Professor and Concordia University Research Chair in Applied Artificial Intelligence, Nizar is the Founding Director of the Concordia Applied AI Institute. He is internationally recognized for advancing applied AI research in machine learning, data mining, computer vision, and pattern recognition.

AI for Decision-Makers Program Ambassadors

Our Program Ambassadors are industry leaders, innovators, and connectors who champion the AI for Decision-Makers initiative. They expand our reach, build strategic partnerships, and engage manufacturing decision-makers across Canada, leveraging their expertise and networks to equip leaders with the skills and strategies for real-world AI adoption and impact.

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Eric Janosz

Program Ambassador

Seasoned tech entrepreneur and industry leader with decades of experience in digital transformation, IoT, and AI adoption, Eric co-founded AIoT Canada and leverages deep industry networks to help manufacturing leaders turn AI potential into measurable results.

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Juan C. Moreno

Program Ambassador

Results-driven technology and operations leader with over 17 years of experience in leading teams, driving processes, and delivering projects and strategic programs.

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AI for Decision-Makers Program Ambassadors

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