Khayyam Wakil

Khayyam Wakil is a prominent figure in the innovation and venture capital sectors, currently serving as General Partner at Knowware Venture Capital since June 2024. As Chief Executive Officer of The Artofficial Company since June 2019, Khayyam leads a think tank focused on strategic entertainment initiatives utilizing cutting-edge technologies. Additional roles include Judge at The FWA, Advisor at Bitcoin Frontier Fund, and Advisory Board Member for AI 2030, where Khayyam contributes to the development of responsible AI solutions. Participation in VC Lab as a member of Cohort 15 and positions on the Leadership Council of the American Pakistan Foundation, and as a Mentor with JUMP further demonstrate a commitment to mentorship and innovation. Education includes a degree in Artificial Intelligence from MIT Sloan School of Management and a Ph.D. in Innovative Generalism from The School of Hard Knocks, supplemented by experience at the University of Saskatchewan.