Dedren Snead
Global Fellow - Artificial Intelligence & Education @Ford Foundation
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WORK HISTORY
Global Fellow - Artificial Intelligence & Education @Ford Foundation
New York, NY, US
Ford Foundation Global Fellow | AI Educator, Innovator & Policy Architect shaping the future of equitable AI systems, workforce development, computing and human-centered technology worldwide.
EDUCATION
Kanda University of International Studies
Certificate Program, Japanese Language
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Asian Studies
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Bachelor of Arts - BA, International Economics
Peking University
Certificate Program, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Global Studies; Economics & Marketing
SKILLS
ABOUT DEDREN SNEAD
Dedren Snead is a globally recognized computer scientist, policy maker, multi-hyphenate artist and Afrofuturist technology leader named one of UNESCO\'s Top 100 AI Innovators for Change (2024). As a U.S. White House AI Consultant, US/Africa Department of State Innovator in Residence, and sought-after Ford Foundation Global Fellow in Artificial Intelligence, he pioneers educational gaming platforms and AI-driven solutions that bridge digital divides.As Founder & CEO of SUBSUME Studios—the world\'s first Afrofuturism technology studio featured in CNN and Black Enterprise—Dedren has impacted over K-12 and HBCU students through NSF-funded programs valued at $2MM+. His work spans AI-powered learning systems, accessible gaming experiences, and culturally responsive technology that transforms education and workforce development.His current residencies include MIT Fellow (Scratch Foundation), Artist in Residence at Georgia State University\'s Creative Media Industry Institute, and Innovator in Residence at UNC Chapel Hill. As a trusted advisor to the White House, US Congress and State Department, he shapes AI policy and international technology cooperation while consulting Fortune 500 companies on inclusive innovation strategies.Dedren\'s technical expertise encompasses game engines (Unity, Unreal), programming languages (Python, C++), machine learning frameworks, and emerging educational technologies. His creative vision extends through \"Sorghum & Spear,\" an African fantasy series exemplifying authentic representation in transmedia.With a proven track record from Apple (original iPad architect) to brand innovation at Lexus/Genesis (26% brand growth), Dedren demonstrates how Afrofuturism catalyzes technological advancement and social change. His mission: leveraging computer science and game design to create equitable, accessible technology that empowers communities globally—proving gaming and AI\'s power extends beyond entertainment to meaningful global transformation.
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