Rahul Pushkarna

Rahul Pushkarna is a high-performing commercial director and corporate strategist specializing in generative AI partnerships and data licensing for machine learning. With an M.B.A. in entertainment finance and strategy from UCLA and extensive experience across various media sectors, Rahul has cultivated strong relationships with C-level decision makers at elite brands. Currently serving as Director of AI Partnerships at Shutterstock and a Senior Advisor at BuzzFeed, they have previously held leadership roles at companies such as Twitter, 21st Century Fox, and NBCUniversal Media. Rahul is particularly passionate about the Asia-Pacific region and is dedicated to creating value for both consumers and businesses. As a Singaporean citizen and Hong Kong permanent resident, they bring a global perspective to their work.