Başak Özer

Başak Özer is an accomplished technology leader with extensive experience in AI, robotics, and autonomous systems. Currently serving on the Board of Directors at Kinetic Automation, Özer advises on strategic scaling and innovation. As a Strategic Advisor at the MIT Entrepreneurship Center, Özer supports deep tech founders in commercialization and venture strategy. Additionally, Özer is the Founder and CEO of Spica, focusing on AI-powered startups, and serves as a member of the Board of Advisors at Boston College, providing guidance on AI and emerging technologies. Previously, Özer held significant roles including Chief Product and Design Leader at Motional, Executive Director at Russell Reynolds Associates, and Vice President of Cloud HD Maps at HERE. Education includes a BSc in Electrical Engineering from Istanbul Technical University.