Susan Fonseca

Susan Fonseca is a leading figure in the field of innovation and technology, recognized for her work in promoting diversity and inclusion in science and technology. Originally from Nicaragua, Fonseca has built an impressive career as an entrepreneur, speaker, and advocate for gender equality in sectors traditionally dominated by men. Her vision is that technology should be a tool for social good and a catalyst for equity and inclusion.

Fonseca is a founding member of Singularity University in Silicon Valley, an educational institution dedicated to empowering leaders from around the world to apply exponential technologies to solving humanity’s greatest challenges. Her work at Singularity University has been instrumental in creating a global ecosystem of innovators and entrepreneurs working on critical issues such as artificial intelligence, biotechnology, and robotics. In this role, she has demonstrated her ability to connect people and ideas.

In addition to her role at Singularity University, Fonseca is a co-founder of Women@TheFrontier, a platform that celebrates and connects women leaders in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Through this organization, she has promoted the recognition and visibility of innovative women and fostered female empowerment in technology sectors. Her commitment to gender equality and diversity is one of the cornerstones of her professional career.

Fonseca has also served as a consultant to various organizations and has worked with institutions such as the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank, contributing to projects aimed at improving social and economic conditions through technology. Her legacy is defined by her ability to build global collaborative networks and her influence in promoting diversity and inclusion in the tech sector. Her leadership and vision continue to inspire the next generation of innovators.