Stephanie Sylvestre is a trailblazing technologist, entrepreneur, and advocate for equitable access to opportunity. As Co-Founder and CEO of Avatar Buddy, Stephanie leads the charge in leveraging AI Solutions to empower small businesses, educators, and communities with the tools they need to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Her career spans leadership roles across the private, public, and nonprofit sectors, including her transformative work as Chief Information Officer at The Children’s Trust. Stephanie is renowned for building high-impact teams, driving innovation, and championing diversity and inclusion. At the heart of her mission is a commitment to removing barriers and ensuring that ambition meets opportunity—so that no one builds alone.