Eleanor Berger

Eleanor has a talent for explaining complex concepts and techniques in a way that anyone can understand, and she is one of those people who is both super-knowledgeable AND wants to bring other people along in building skills and learning new things about AI. Eleanor has also served on the AI advisory council.

Eleanor is considered the go-to in my org for anything AI-related, from getting a deeper understanding about a particular model to pulling together AI-centric learning content and everything in between. She is a seasoned leader, who pairs technical aptitude with the ability to make everyone around her smarter, but not coming off as a know-it-all.

Eleanor is one of the best experts at explaining fundamental principles and applications of LLMs. The clarity and simplicity of her presentations are a result of daily efforts on staying up to date with rapid progress of the field via continuous coding, experimenting, and reading. Eleanor's passion for AI, together with out-of-box thinking, led to incredibly interesting insights and inspiring work ... Through continuous learning and sharing, Eleanor has helped many become comfortable with LLMs and their applications.

What makes Eleanor truly stand out is that she combines outstanding management skills with deep technical expertise, something that's incredibly rare. She is extremely knowledgeable in the field of AI ... Her ability to understand and contribute to complex technical discussions while also supporting and protecting her team is truly remarkable.

Eleanor consistently blends her deep technical expertise in AI/ML with a remarkable ability to empower and support ... Eleanor also serves as an excellent sounding board, whether we're brainstorming innovative AI solutions for customers or refining our internal team initiatives. Her insights are always grounded in real experience and genuine care for our collective success. What truly sets Eleanor apart is her ability of making complex challenges feel approachable. She inspires us to transform uncertainty into tangible outcomes ... She is a genuine leader who I would jump at the opportunity to work with in a heartbeat.

Eleanor stands out not only for her exceptional technical expertise but also her dedication as a mentor. She consistently empowers and positively influences those around her, helping colleagues to reach their fullest potential.

Eleanor is a visionary in every sense. Her passion for continuous learning is infectious, and she effortlessly balances big-picture thinking with actionable quick wins ... she understands what true empowerment means — not just giving people opportunities but ensuring they feel trusted, supported, and recognised. She uplifts those around her by giving them the confidence to step into their potential, always ready to support without overshadowing. I've never known anyone who embodies empowerment the way she does.