Maria Apazoglou

Maria Apazoglou is Group Head of AI Engineering & Platforms for Zurich Insurance, based in Switzerland, where she leads strategy and engineering for AI & Data. With a PhD in Mathematics and a career spanning quantitative modelling, software engineering, and global AI & Data leadership (including previous roles at Thomson Reuters, HSBC and Palantir Technologies), Maria is recognized for her commitment to democratizing AI across large organizations. She champions cognitive diversity in her teams, fostering innovation while ensuring technical resilience. An active voice in industry podcasts and conferences, Maria’s work focuses on responsible, scalable AI solutions for regulated sectors.