Alyssa Lefaivre Škopac is the Director, Partnerships and Market Development of the Responsible AI Institute (RAI Institute). The RAI Institute is a global and member-driven non-profit dedicated to enabling successful responsible AI efforts in organizations.  RAI Institute’s conformity assessments and certifications for AI systems support practitioners as they navigate the complex landscape of creating, selling or buying AI products. With over 12 years of experience in business and partnership development primarily in emerging tech, Alyssa has a strong understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with the adoption of innovation tools and services. Recognizing that people are at the heart of these technologies, she has been successful in supporting both individuals and companies through various aspects of digital transformation.