Kelly Wagman serves as Director of AI Business Enablement at Cresset, where she leads initiatives to help advisors and teams harness artificial intelligence to enhance client service and drive business outcomes. She brings deep expertise at the intersection of human-centered design, advanced AI systems, and enterprise technology.
Prior to joining Cresset, Kelly earned a doctorate in computer science from the University of Chicago, specializing in human-centered AI. She has also worked in venture capital, focusing on AI startups, and at Microsoft, where she developed enterprise software products. In addition to her PhD, she holds a master’s degree from MIT and a bachelor’s degree from Brown University.
Kelly is a frequent speaker and writer on the future of AI in the workplace. Outside of work, she enjoys hiking and skiing, travel and exploring Chicago’s food and arts scene.