Lorenzo Thione: One World-Stopping Event Away From Living His Truth
Release Date: 06/14/2024
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Lorenzo Thione is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and expert in Artificial Intelligence whose career sits at the intersection of Technology, Storytelling, and Social Advocacy. He has a deep background in AI, and has gone from AI researcher and technologist to being the co-founder of Powerset, a pioneering AI company that developed one of the earliest AI-powered web search engines. Currently, he serves as the Managing Director of Gaingels, where he oversees AI, deep-tech, and consumer tech investments. He is also a co-founding chairman of StartOut, which is dedicated to supporting and elevating LGBTQ+ founders in the venture startup ecosystem.
Beyond technology and venture capital, he is a celebrated storyteller and creative producer in the Theater. He is a two-time Tony Award winner for his work on Broadway, which includes producing "Hadestown," "The Inheritance," “& Juliet,” “Days of Wine and Roses,” “The Notebook,” and "Allegiance.” His career, roles, and the projects he has taken part in highlight his belief in the power of representation and inclusion in both business and the arts. Lorenzo was also recognized as one of the most influential LGBTQ+ people in tech in 2014 and 2018.
Lorenzo’s life changed forever when a national tragedy forced him to take stock of what was important in life and learn to recognize who he is on the inside. Hear his story on today’s One Away Show.
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