The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has appointed Sivaram Ghorakavi as its first Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer, alongside his role as Deputy Chief Information Officer. This appointment follows President Joe Biden’s executive order in October 2023, which mandated federal agencies to ensure the safe and trustworthy use of artificial intelligence.
In his new role, Ghorakavi will oversee daily IT operations, lead technology projects and partnerships, and drive technological innovations at the EEOC. His extensive experience in federal IT, including roles at the National Labor Relations Board and the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, positions him well to navigate the complexities of AI implementation while upholding workplace protections.
Ghorakavi emphasized the importance of balancing the benefits and risks of AI to enhance the EEOC’s operational effectiveness and enforcement capabilities. His appointment underscores the agency’s commitment to integrating AI responsibly to support its mission effectively.
Sivaram Ghorakavi has been appointed as the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC) inaugural Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer alongside his Deputy Chief Information Officer role. This follows President Biden’s 2023 executive order on AI governance in federal agencies. Ghorakavi, with extensive federal IT experience, including roles at the National Labor Relations Board and U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, will oversee daily IT operations, lead tech projects, and foster innovation. He aims to balance AI benefits and risks to enhance EEOC operations and enforcement. His appointment highlights the agency’s commitment to responsible AI integration for effective mission support.