Meet the OI Team

Every model we build and every partnership we forge is a step toward a more equitable digital future.

Our Founders

Dr Pauldy Otermans

Academic, Researcher and HE Leader

Pauldy is an award-winning academic and AI innovator, recognised among the UK’s most influential women of 2022 by Startups Magazine.

She holds a PhD in Neuroscience and Psychology and designs AI-driven solutions to make education more inclusive and accessible. Her pedagogical innovations have been adopted across 13 countries, universities, and government programmes.

She has received multiple honours for her leadership in technology and higher education. Recently, Dr. Otermans spoke at the International Sustainability Academy on how AI can drive global learning inclusivity.

Dev Aditya

Global Under 30
Innovator & Entrepreneur

Dev is an award-winning AI expert with research experience at The Alan Turing Institute.

He was named a Global Young Innovator by Innovate UK and featured in Computing’s Rising Stars 2025. As the AI architect of OIAI, he has led digital education initiatives across 9+ countries.

In 2021, he was honoured by the UK Prime Minister for his work in digital learning. Dev continues to drive innovation in AI for education and global upskilling.

Our Advisors Include

Prof Andrew George (Co-chair UK Committee on Research Ethics), Bian Li (International Entrepreneur),Dr Monica Pereira (HCI researcher from Brunel University London), Mark Adriaanse (Big Data Specialist), and Tushar Dwivedi (Senior IT Solutions architect of Bain and Company).

Our Team

Younesh

Generative AI & ML Lead

ML expert who has built 4 AI models for OI and has previously deployed 2 AI solutions to market. With a deep understanding of machine learning techniques and a keen eye for emerging technologies, Younesh continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of AI and Education.

Krizia

Marketing Lead

Marketing executive with 10+ years of experience in diverse industries with direct experience in our target markets. Krizia is our go-to strategist, fostering game-changing alliances with educational institutions, NGOs, and Corporates.

Sandeep

Product Lead

With extensive experience in product development, Sandeep coordinates our OI projects not only from a technical and safety perspective but also with a keen focus on our clients

Rovina

People Manager

Rovina ensures that our OI members and volunteers effectively contribute to the organization's mission of digitally upskilling a generation through training and AI. Rovina's guidance and support have been pivotal in fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment within our organisation.

Younesh

Generative AI and ML Lead

ML expert who has built 4 AI models for OI and has previously deployed 2 AI solutions to market. With a deep understanding of machine learning techniques and keen eye for emerging technologies, Younesh continues to push the boundaries of what is possible in the world of AI and Education.

Krizia

Marketing Lead

Marketing executive with 10+ years of experience in diverse industries with direct experience in our target markets. Krizia is our go-to strategist, fostering game-changing alliances with educational institutions, NGOs, and Corporates.

Sandeep

Product Lead

With extensive experience in product development, Sandeep coordinates our OI projects not only from a technical and safety perspective but also with a keen focus on our clients' true needs.

Rovina

People Manager

Rovina ensures that our OI members and volunteers effectively contribute to the organization's mission of digitally upskilling a generation through training and AI. Rovina's guidance and support have been pivotal in fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment within our organisation.

Our Advisors Include

Prof Andrew George (Co-chair UK Committee on Research Ethics),Dr Monica Pereira (HCI researcher from Brunel University London), Mark Adriaanse (Big Data Specialist), and Tushar Dwivedi (Senior IT Solutions architect of Bain and Company).

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