Dr. Craig Vezina

• Dr. Craig Vezina is a global leader in AI, sustainability strategy, and educational innovation, with more than twenty-five years of experience building institutions, advising senior decision-makers, and designing frontier-technology learning systems for organizations worldwide. He is the Founder and CEO of The Spaceship, a next-generation AI company that helps global institutions embed sustainability, systems thinking, and responsible technology into their core operations. Under his leadership, The Spaceship has developed cutting-edge AI platforms, global youth programs, and multi-stakeholder initiatives that accelerate climate action and ethical innovation.

Craig began his career in international diplomacy and strategy, earning his PhD in International Relations with a specialization in negotiation, global governance, and conflict transformation. He has since worked across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, advising governments, universities, international schools, and mission-driven enterprises on technology adoption, organizational culture, and long-range strategic planning.

A noted speaker and thought leader, Craig has delivered keynote lectures and masterclasses at global forums including Harvard University’s Future of Learning Panel, SXSWedu, ChangeNow Summit, the UN SDG Festival of Action, and the OECD Education & Skills Global Forum. His work at the intersection of AI, sustainability, and leadership has made him a trusted voice for institutions seeking to navigate rapidly changing technological and environmental landscapes.

Craig is also a pioneer in impact innovation education, developing transformative programs in AI ethics, futures thinking, systems leadership, and sustainable development. His initiatives have empowered thousands of learners and professionals to design solutions that create measurable social and environmental value. He serves on global advisory boards for education, social impact, and youth innovation, and is a frequent contributor to international dialogues on the future of work and the future of learning.

Through his combined expertise in AI, sustainability, diplomacy, and organizational strategy, Craig supports executives, doctoral researchers, and emerging leaders in building scalable, ethical, and future-ready systems that benefit both people and planet.