Atti Riazi is a leading authority in cyber technology and artificial intelligence, with a distinguished career that spans both the public and private sectors. Currently, she serves as Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer (CIO) at Hearst Corporation, where she spearheads transformative technology initiatives and drives innovation within the company.

Prior to her role at Hearst, Atti held dual positions as Senior Vice President and CIO, as well as Interim Chief Digital Officer at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center. There, she played a key role in advancing healthcare technology, from tech adoption to research and patient care. She also served for seven years as Assistant Secretary-General and Chief Information Technology Officer at the United Nations, where she redefined the organization’s technology infrastructure to enhance global effectiveness.

Atti is deeply committed to using technology for social good. As Executive Director of CIOs Without Borders, she applies her expertise to drive positive societal impact. Her extensive career also includes leadership roles such as Executive Vice President and CIO at the New York City Housing Authority, Global CIO at Ogilvy & Mather, and Vice President and CIO at MTA New York City Transit, where she pioneered the iconic MetroCard system.

In addition to her executive roles, Atti is a respected thought leader in technology. She regularly contributes to publications and speaks at industry events, focusing on critical topics like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and ethical tech practices. Through these efforts, she advocates for responsible innovation and works to ensure a secure and ethical tech landscape.