Kristy Hollingshead, Ph.D.
Associate Director of AI Engineering
Further
Dr. Kristy Hollingshead is an associate director of AI engineering at Further and a TDWI research fellow. She specializes in natural language processing (NLP), machine learning (ML), and the implementation of governance frameworks for safely operationalizing advanced AI technologies. With a Ph.D. in computer science from Oregon Health & Science University, she focuses on reliable, secure AI systems for highly regulated sectors, including healthcare, finance, and defense. Throughout her work, Dr. Hollingshead champions AI as an augmentative tool that empowers people, rather than replacing them.