Kerst appointed as Academy for AI's new managing director
In a significant move for the AI industry, the Presidium of the AI Federal Association has appointed Valentina Kerst as the CEO of the AI Academy, a non-profit division within the organisation that focuses on strategic projects and initiatives.
Kerst, who is also identified as the State Secretary for Economic Affairs and Digital Society as of June 2025, brings a wealth of expertise to the table. Her appointment is expected to significantly contribute to the forward-looking projects of the AI Academy and, by extension, the AI Federal Association.
Kerst takes over from Daniel Abbou, who will continue to work alongside her but in a different capacity. The AI Academy, under the joint leadership of Kerst and Abbou, will continue to focus on strategic projects and initiatives, driving the strategic direction of the organisation.
The AI Academy, a part of the AI Federal Association, has a new leadership team consisting of Kerst and Abbou. This change marks a new phase in the organisation's development within the AI Federal Association, with Kerst set to play a significant role in shaping the future direction of the AI Academy and, by extension, the AI Federal Association.
Under the new leadership, the AI Academy is poised to make significant strides in the field of artificial intelligence. The organisation will continue to drive the strategic direction of the AI Federal Association, with Kerst's expertise expected to guide its forward-moving projects.
While information regarding Kerst's specific roles within the AI Federal Association or AI Academy beyond her appointment as the CEO of the AI Academy is not explicitly detailed in the available search results, further investigation may reveal additional insights.
[1] Note: The provided search results did not detail any involvement or specific roles related to AI organisations or academies for Valentina Kerst beyond her government position.
Technology and artificial-intelligence will likely play a significant role in the AI Academy's future projects under the leadership of Valentina Kerst, the newly appointed CEO and State Secretary for Economic Affairs and Digital Society. Her expertise in these areas is expected to drive the strategic direction of both the AI Academy and the AI Federal Association.
