Sal Matteis

Multifaceted AI strategist, investor, and entrepreneur currently serving as Author at AI [r]ecursive and Change Lead/Head of AI Innovation at Good AI, focusing on the transformative impact of artificial intelligence. Co-founder of Earthshots Collective, a deeptech syndicate investing in AI infrastructure and trustworthy AI solutions. Previously served as Director at Founders Factory, leading pan-European pre-seed and seed investment vehicles in deeptech, AI, and fintech, and as Co-Founder of Next Humanity Ventures, investing in deeptech ventures addressing planetary and humanitarian challenges. Earlier career includes founding and leading Fusion Partners, Switzerland's venture building platform connecting corporations with startups, and extensive experience at Yahoo as Head of Platforms EMEA. A frequent mentor and advisor in the startup ecosystem through roles with 500 Global, Techstars, and various accelerators. Combines deep expertise in venture capital, business transformation, and AI strategy with a focus on creating techno-humanist futures where technology enables positive outcomes for people and planet.