Ginni Rometty is an influential figure in technology due to her long-standing career at IBM. In 2012, she was appointed Chief Executive Officer (CEO). During her time leading IBM, she worked on advancing Artificial Intelligence (AI) and even saw one of their computers beat humans on the game show “Jeopardy!” Although she retired in 2020, she left a lasting imprint on the company. Recently, she spoke to the Associated Press about AI developments, layoffs and women leadership and is now turning her knowledge into a book.
IBM is an American-based multinational technology and consulting firm. Founded in 1911, the company has long been a leader in innovations within the technology industry. Today, they are best known for working with AI and emerging technologies. Their impact is felt around the world in various industries, ranging from cloud computing to quantum computing.
Through her career, Rometty aspired to bridge the gap between technology and the real-world problems facing humanity. A firm believer in the value of AI, she still believes that executives have a responsibility to wield technology responsibly. Rometty saw IBM’s AI advancements throughout her tenure which included the company’s computer beating humans on the game-show “Jeopardy!” In the AP interview, she even shared her thoughts on the role of women in technology and the need for a more diverse workplace.
Rometty’s advice and insights shared in the recent interview and her writings will be available to readers in her upcoming book, ”Good Power”. Her work on bringing humanity together and towards a brighter future proves her passion and commitment towards technology, as well as her lasting impact on the IBM.
