Amazon AGI Leader Danielle Perszyk to Speak at TechCrunch Sessions AI 2025

Danielle Perszyk, a cognitive scientist and leader of human-computer interaction at Amazon’s AGI SF Lab, is set to take the main stage at TechCrunch Sessions: AI on June 5, 2025, at UC Berkeley’s Zellerbach Hall. The AGI SF Lab is pioneering the development of foundational AI capabilities that enable agents to operate effectively in real-world environments, both digital and physical.

This event offers a rare chance to hear directly from one of the key innovators shaping practical, agentic AI. Attendees will benefit from a dynamic conversation featuring Danielle alongside Logan Kilpatrick from Google DeepMind and Jae Lee, CEO of Twelve Labs. They will discuss how startups can build on current foundational AI models and adapt to the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

Key topics include selecting the right AI models, anticipating future technological shifts, and strategies for founders, builders, and product leaders to stay ahead in the AI era. This session is designed to equip participants with practical knowledge to seize emerging opportunities in AI innovation.

Danielle Perszyk holds a PhD from Northwestern University, where she studied language evolution and social cognition. Before joining Amazon, she contributed to AI projects at Adept and Google, bringing a multidisciplinary approach to building intelligent, interactive systems.

TechCrunch Sessions: AI is a premier industry event featuring speakers from leading AI organizations such as OpenAI, Anthropic, and Cohere. The event includes expert talks, workshops, live demos, and networking opportunities with over 1,200 decision-makers. For a limited time, tickets are available at a significant discount, encouraging attendees to bring colleagues and maximize learning and collaboration.

Attending this event provides invaluable insights into the future of AI agents and foundational models, directly from top experts driving innovation. It is an essential opportunity for startups, product leaders, and AI enthusiasts aiming to harness the power of AI to create impactful solutions.