Blenheim Palace staff named among top AI leaders in UK

David Green, head of innovation, and Clara Saliba, AI and data insights analyst at the Blenheim Palace Heritage Foundation, were recognised in Computing magazine’s AI Leadership Index.

The list features individuals who are helping to shape the future of artificial intelligence in a responsible and sustainable way.

Dominic Hare, chief executive of Blenheim Palace, said: “We are all extremely proud that not one but two of the outstanding individuals in the country in the field of AI are people at Blenheim Palace.

“I don’t think anyone who works with these individuals is in the least bit surprised by this recognition.

“I feel very lucky here every day to work with an extraordinary group of people; along with the support team which includes Tawhid Sharior, they are without a doubt the finest AI team in the country.”

The index highlights individuals who not only advance AI, but also influence how it is built, deployed and governed.

Mr Green was praised for directing AI and automation initiatives that have transformed operations at the heritage site.

The magazine noted that his approach ‘balances cutting-edge technology with heritage conservation’ and demonstrates ‘that AI can enhance rather than replace the human expertise needed to care for irreplaceable historic buildings and landscapes’.

Ms Saliba was recognised for her work applying both modern AI and classical machine learning, from analysing visitor surveys to detecting ticket fraud and developing predictive maintenance models for the estate.