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Sriram Krishnan

Overview​

Sriram Krishnan is the Senior White House Policy Advisor on Artificial Intelligence in the Trump administration, appointed on December 22, 2024. He plays a significant role in shaping the administration's approach to AI, driving federal adoption of AI, and representing U.S. interests in AI abroad. Though Gary has not yet met him directly, Bo Hines has promised to introduce Gary and Ron Roberts to Krishnan to discuss AI in education, representing a high-value potential connection for Alpha Schools' federal strategy.

Background & Professional Details​

  • Senior White House Policy Advisor on Artificial Intelligence (appointed December 2024)
  • Former General Partner at Andreessen Horowitz, where he led their London office
  • Previously worked with Elon Musk on rebuilding Twitter after its acquisition
  • Led product teams at major tech companies including Microsoft, Twitter, Yahoo!, Facebook, and Snap
  • Podcaster and author
  • U.S. citizen born in India (born 1984)
  • Represented the U.S. at the Paris AI Summit
  • Married to Aarthi Ramamurthy (co-hosts a podcast with her)

Professional Focus​

  • Removing barriers to AI adoption within the federal government
  • Driving vendors toward solutions suitable for federal needs
  • Designing sensible regulation of private-sector AI
  • Conducting "AI diplomacy" internationally
  • "Reinvigorating US dominance in emerging technologies," particularly AI
  • Representing U.S. interests in AI in international forums
  • Shaping administration's approach to artificial intelligence

Connection to Gary​

  • No direct connection established yet
  • Bo Hines has explicitly promised to introduce Gary and Ron to Krishnan in the near future
  • Potential high-value connection for Alpha Schools' government strategy
  • Represents opportunity to influence national AI education policy at highest level
  • Alpha's AI-driven educational model likely aligns with Krishnan's focus on practical AI implementation
  • Meeting preparation underway in anticipation of imminent introduction

Personal Insights​

  • Background spans venture capital, tech product management, and government
  • Experience working with major tech innovators and platforms
  • Blends technical understanding with policy expertise
  • Brings private sector innovation perspective to government role
  • Known for podcast with his wife, suggesting communication skills
  • Likely values practical AI applications that demonstrate U.S. technological leadership

Potential Collaboration Areas​

  • Federal adoption of Alpha's AI education model
  • Policy frameworks for AI in education
  • Grant programs supporting AI-driven educational innovation
  • Positioning Alpha Schools as a showcase for U.S. AI leadership in education
  • Private-sector partnerships for AI education initiatives
  • International presentations of Alpha's model as U.S. innovation exemplar
  • Advisory role in shaping Alpha's AI development to align with federal priorities

Key Quotes​

From the provided information:

"As the leader of the United States' policy team regarding artificial intelligence, Krishnan plays 'a significant role in shaping the administration's approach to AI and driving measures to advance federal adoption of AI.'"

"The role calls for removing barriers to AI adoption within the government, driving vendors toward solutions suitable for federal needs, designing sensible regulation of private-sector AI, and conducting 'AI diplomacy'."

"He has stated a policy goal of 'reinvigorating US dominance in emerging technologies,' including AI."

Interactions​

  • No direct interactions yet
  • Introduction promised by Bo Hines (expected in the near future)
  • Meeting preparation underway for anticipated introduction

Next Steps​

  • Prepare comprehensive presentation on Alpha's AI education model
  • Develop clear articulation of how Alpha aligns with U.S. AI leadership objectives
  • Research Krishnan's specific AI policy priorities and statements
  • Compile metrics and data demonstrating Alpha's AI effectiveness
  • Create concise briefing materials for the planned introduction
  • Formulate specific proposals for federal adoption of Alpha's model
  • Identify potential grant programs or federal initiatives where Alpha could play a role