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Professor Christopher Sanchez is carving out a unique space at the crossroads of artificial intelligence, business, investment, and global policy. As the Founder and CEO of Emergent Line, he is leading efforts to design advanced AI systems that amplify human potential rather than replace it, a vision that stands out in an era of rapid technological upheaval.
Emergent Line operates with a bold mission: to democratize AI and ensure its benefits are accessible to businesses of all sizes. Sanchez's focus on human-centric innovation reflects his broader commitment to responsible technology development. This commitment extends to his founding of the Global AI Bill of Rights, an initiative advocating for equitable digital rights in a rapidly evolving world via AI Sovereignty, user rights, data practices, and algorithm design.
Christopher's expertise has made him a trusted advisor to G7 and G20 governments, Fortune 100 companies, and NGOs. In 2023, he was appointed to the National Banking & Securities Commission of Mexico (CNBV) as a Special Advisor to President Dr. Jesus De la Fuente and the Governing Board, playing a critical role in shaping the nation's approach to AI and emerging technologies in the financial markets.
As a Professor of Practice in Applied Artificial Intelligence, he developed the first AI Ethics & Governance course for the top business school in Latin America (EGADE Business School), teaching graduate students the development, applications, risks, and opportunities from large language models/generative AI, predictive AI, and frontier AI systems. He also works with MBA, PhD candidates, and Postdocs at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and Cornell University, holding regular office hours with students.
Christopher's research focuses on sovereign wealth funds, AI Sovereignty, and Quantum AI within the contexts of global business, geopolitics, investment, and national security. In particular, his work encourages the development of national AI models and systems that accurately represent the populations they are intended to serve, fostering the creation of more equitable, responsible, and robust access to advanced augmented intelligence at a societal level.
His work has been recognized by the Wall Street Journal, MIT Sloan, Business Insider, WIRED, Forbes, and numerous other publications. In 2024, Forbes Mexico recognized Christopher as one of the Top 35 Leaders in AI, a testament to his impact and thought leadership in the field.
Christopher writes one of the most influential columns on artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, and geopolitics for Fast Company Mexico since 2024. He is an Advisory Committee Member at the Harvard Business Review, and previously, he was a permanent columnist at Business Insider Mexico for AI & Nearshoring.
Beyond his professional achievements, Christopher is known for his ability to foster collaboration. Through initiatives like TechDinners.com, he connects entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and academics to tackle pressing technological and policy issues. His forthcoming book will delve into the transformative potential of AI for nations, enterprises, and investors.
Prior to living in Mexico City, Christopher lived in Paris, New York City, Berlin, Moscow, San Francisco, and San Diego. He has also operated in over two dozen countries in Eurasia, Latin America, the Middle East, and North America.
Christopher's guiding principle is clear: technology should empower people, not exploit them. In an increasingly complex global landscape, he continues to push for AI that is not only innovative but also equitable, transparent, and inclusive.