Matthew Versaggi

Senior Director of Artificial Intelligence & Cognitive Technology Optum

Matthew Versaggi holds a senior leadership role in the Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive Technologies space for the Advanced Technology Division (ATC) of  Optum Technology. Combination role comprises the responsibilities of (a) thought leader, (b) evangelist, (c) education SME, (d) strategist, and (e)  advanced technology delivery of projects and technical capabilities in the AI/CT spaces. His previous role in Optum had him leading a global AI/ML delivery team (Dublin, Boston, Minnesota and South Carolina). Other responsibilities he holds are Education and Subject Matter Expert in AI/ML for College of Artificial Intelligence in the Optum Tech University, and Subject Matter Expert in the UHG Patent Review Board reviewing AI/ML technologies. 

Matthew's previous roles prior to Optum were: AI Engineer for a Military Contractor, CEO of his own company, CIO of a dental insurance company, Adjunct Professor at a University, Business Startup Partner,  and AI Developer.

He has four university degrees : BA (Computer Science), BS (Finance / MIS), MS (Computer Science -Artificial Intelligence), MBA ( International Business / Economics).  He also has Professional certificates  in Security (Server / Network), Data Science / Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Computing.