Todd Whitley
About Todd Whitley
Todd Whitley serves as the Director of Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation at the Government of Canada, a position he has held since 2003. He has a strong educational background in engineering and artificial intelligence, with degrees from Carleton University, Royal Military College of Canada, and the University of Saskatchewan.
Work at Government of Canada
Todd Whitley has been serving as the Director of Artificial Intelligence and Robotic Process Automation at the Government of Canada since 2003. In this role, he oversees initiatives related to the integration of AI and automation technologies within government operations. His extensive experience in this field contributes to the advancement of digital transformation strategies aimed at improving efficiency and service delivery.
Previous Experience at Nortel Networks
Before his current role, Todd Whitley worked as a System Engineer at Nortel Networks from 1998 to 2000. His tenure at the company took place in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, where he contributed to various engineering projects during the early stages of his career. This experience provided him with foundational skills in systems engineering.
Experience at National Research Council Canada
Todd Whitley served as the Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies Challenge Officer at the National Research Council Canada from 2019 to 2021. Based in the Ottawa area, he was involved in initiatives that focused on advancing AI and digital technologies, contributing to research and development efforts within the organization.
Education and Expertise
Todd Whitley holds a Master of Applied Science in Systems Engineering - Artificial Intelligence from Carleton University, where he studied from 2012 to 2017. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Engineering and Management from the Royal Military College of Canada from 1989 to 1993. Additionally, he obtained a Bachelor of Applied Science in Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering from the University of Saskatchewan, studying from 1995 to 1998. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in artificial intelligence and engineering.