Krishnan, who has previously led product teams at Microsoft, Twitter, Yahoo!, Facebook and Snap, will work with David O. Sacks who will be the White House AI and crypto czar.
Working closely with David Sacks, Sriram will focus on shaping and coordinating AI policy across government, including ensuring continued US leadership in AI and working with the President’s Advisory Council on Science and Technology. Sriram began his career at Microsoft as a founding member of Windows Azure, Trump said.
“I am honored to serve our country and work with David Sachs to ensure continued American leadership in AI,” Krishnan said.
Krishnan’s appointment has been welcomed by the Indian American community.
We extend our warmest congratulations to Sriram Krishnan and are delighted that he has been appointed by President-elect Donald Trump as Senior Policy Advisor in the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy,” said Sanjeev Joshipura, Executive Director of Indiaspora.
Over the years, Shriram has been an insightful thinker and influential commentator in the field of artificial intelligence. He said that his past work in the mix of public policy, international affairs, investment and technology will stand him in good stead as he has been serving the nation in this important role.
As Indiaspora continues our advocacy and thought leadership work on AI in the United States and abroad, we look forward to engaging closely with Sriram, said Joshipura.