Sean Peters, PhD
About Sean Peters, PhD
Sean Peters, PhD, is a Senior Manager at AI4ALL, where he provides expertise on AI/ML content and is involved in diversity and inclusion initiatives. He holds a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Columbia University and has a diverse background in engineering and education.
Work at AI4ALL
Sean Peters serves as a Senior Manager at AI4ALL, a role he has held since 2021. In this position, he provides subject matter expertise on artificial intelligence and machine learning content. He is responsible for designing and scaling higher education AI education programs. Additionally, he is a member of the Culture Working Group, which focuses on diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives within the organization. His role involves regular engagement with senior leadership and the C-suite.
Education and Expertise
Sean Peters earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Columbia University, followed by a Master of Science in the same field. He completed his Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering at Columbia University, where he conducted research on mitigating the impact of cyber attacks using Information Theory. His doctoral research also included developing an approach to evaluate and improve the privacy of systems that process sensitive data. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in engineering and technology.
Professional Background
Before his current role at AI4ALL, Sean Peters worked in various positions related to technology and engineering. He was a Curriculum Manager at AI4ALL from 2020 to 2021. Prior to that, he served as a Database Developer at Columbia University Information Technology and as an Electrical Engineer at National Grid. He also held a position as a Senior Specialist and Application Developer at Merrill Lynch and worked as a Professional Development Associate and Engineer at Teachers College, Columbia University.
Achievements and Contributions
Sean Peters has contributed to the field of education and technology through various initiatives. He founded My Body, My Kitchen, an online community focused on wellness and fitness. He has also designed an anonymously distributed communication protocol for cloud-based entities. His work at AI4ALL includes developing higher education AI programs and engaging in diversity and inclusion efforts, reflecting his commitment to advancing education in technology.