Onur held leadership roles in the development of major Microsoft products within the Seattle Engineering teams (HPC, Azure. XboxOne) before joining Microsoft’s Southeast Europe leadership team as Regional Technology Officer, Onur works closely with CXOs in many AI’s Infused innovation projects and advises governments on National AI strategies while building AI skills across the region. A recognized tech and AI innovator, he has earned numerous accolades, ship it awards within MS. With 15+ years of experience leading AI-driven innovation projects, Onur blends cutting-edge solutions with environmental responsibility. A passionate advocate for Responsible AI, he authored “AI for a Better World” and “Secrets of AI for Children” books, now part of the K-12 curriculum. Committed to sustainability, Onur practices sustainable living, led AI for Good projects in region. He holds a TMBA from the University of Washington’s Michael G. Foster School of Business