Alex La Plante, PhD
About Alex La Plante, PhD
Alex La Plante, PhD, is a Senior Director of Product and Business Development at Borealis AI, where he advocates for ethical AI in finance. He has held various leadership roles in analytics and research, contributing to strategic decisions at executive levels.
Current Role at Borealis AI
Alex La Plante serves as the Senior Director of Product & Business Development at Borealis AI, a position he has held since 2021. In this role, he focuses on integrating advanced technologies with business strategies to drive innovation in artificial intelligence applications within the financial sector. His leadership is pivotal in shaping product development and business growth initiatives.
Previous Experience at Borealis AI
Prior to his current role, Alex La Plante worked at Borealis AI as the Director of Product & Business Development from 2020 to 2021. He also held the position of Head of Risk and Commercial Banking from 2019 to 2020. His tenure at Borealis AI involved overseeing product strategy and development, contributing to the organization's mission of advancing AI in finance.
Experience at Global Risk Institute
Alex La Plante was involved with the Global Risk Institute from 2017 to 2019 as Managing Director of Research. He also served as Research Manager from 2016 to 2017. His work at the institute focused on risk management and research initiatives, enhancing the understanding of risk in financial contexts.
Education and Academic Background
Alex La Plante holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) from the University of Toronto, a Master's degree from the same institution, and two Bachelor's degrees from the University of Waterloo and the University of Windsor. His academic background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in artificial intelligence and finance.
Advocacy for Ethical AI
Alex La Plante advocates for ethical AI in finance, influencing strategic decisions at executive levels. He has published commentary on this topic in prominent outlets such as the Globe and Mail and Harvard Business Review, contributing to the discourse on responsible AI practices in the financial industry.