THE AMBASSADORS

OF THE WAIFF

2026

COMMITTED TO

THE FUTURE OF CINEMA

A COLLECTIVE ENERGY TO DRIVE THE CREATIVITY OF TOMORROW

The World A.I. Film Festival ambassadors are inspiring figures from diverse backgrounds, united by their passion for innovation and creativity. Key players in promoting the festival, they champion the idea that artificial intelligence can enhance art while elevating talent

JEAN-MICHEL JARRE

COMPOSER, ARTIST, AND PIONEER OF ELECTRONIC MUSIC

A French composer, performer, and producer, widely regarded as a pioneer of electronic music. Born in Lyon in 1948, he began experimenting with electronic sounds in the late 1960s, combining synthesizers, tape loops, and innovative production techniques. He achieved international recognition with Oxygène (1976), followed by landmark albums such as Équinoxe and Magnetic Fields, which helped bring electronic music to a global mainstream audience. Jarre is also known for his large-scale outdoor concerts, integrating music, architecture, laser technology, and visual projections, often performed in iconic locations before millions of spectators.

ALEX PATRASCU

CO-FOUNDER AND CREATIVE TECHNOLOGIST OF MASSIVE STUDIOS

Alex is the Co-Founder and Creative Technologist of MASSIVE Studios, where he leads an A.I.-native pipeline that delivers Hollywood-grade ads and films in days, not months; backed by 25 years in visual storytelling and more than 4M A.I. images and videos rendered, he blends creative rigor with cutting-edge automation to move from concept to screen at speed. His short ‘A Hard Winter’ has surpassed one million views for its “unbelievable realism,” and teams at Topaz Labs, Leonardo A.I., Google, and Higgsfield A.I. trust his work to push the frontier from idea to impact. Featured in Forbes as “a creative with deep expertise in generative A.I.,” Alex brings precision, innovation, and momentum to every frame.

GILLES GUERRAZ

ADVERTISING DIRECTOR

With over 15 years of experience in advertising directing, Gilles Guerraz is a recognized expert in creation enhanced by generative artificial intelligence. He has directed several dozen A.I. video projects, founded the training company NexTrend, co-founded the AI video production company BANGGER, created the newsletter Generative, as well as the A.I. directors’ collective Prompt Club.

YSÉ BRISSON

ACTRESS, SCREENWRITER & PRODUCER

Ysé Brisson is a French actress, screenwriter, and producer with 10+ years as a media & entertainment expert.
She has consulted for groups (Lionsgate, Endemol, XII Tribes, Panini Media, Casablanca, Hitlab) and founded human-rights film festivals, including a Paris event for women’s voices hosted at the French Parliament.
Today she develops VR for healthcare, creating content that helps hospital patients reduce pain and isolation.

YASSER ALSAIED

A.I. & IOT VISIONARY | MIDDLE EAST AMBASSADOR

A technology leader with over 30 years bridging innovation from silicon to global platforms, Yasser served as Global VP of IoT at Amazon Web Services, launching connected device ecosystems and establishing AWS’s cloud infrastructure across the Middle East, including the Saudi Arabia region. Previously at Qualcomm, he built the smartphone ecosystem in China and pioneered open-source mobile innovation frameworks. Of Arabic-speaking heritage with deep roots in Middle Eastern culture, he has lived and led transformative projects across Japan, China, and Saudi Arabia. Currently President of Facilis.ai, he champions agentic A.I. that empowers creators to control their data and vision. As WAiFF’s Middle East Ambassador, he bridges A.I., storytelling, and regional cinema innovation.

EUGENIO FIERRO

SENIOR ART DIRECTOR | A.I. CREATIVE SPECIALIST AND EDUCATOR

Eugenio Fierro is a Senior Art Director, Creative Strategist, and A.I. Creative Specialist & Educator. With a career that began in traditional art direction and evolved alongside the digital revolution, he now focuses on merging creativity, strategy, and artificial intelligence to expand the possibilities of visual storytelling and brand communication.
As a creative partner of Pixverse and Image Art, he supports brands and professionals in integrating A.I. into their workflows, turning innovation into actionable solutions. In addition to consulting, Eugenio teaches Graphic Design History at IUAD, guiding students in exploring design and communication in the digital era.

RICCARDO ACCIARINO

CEO & FOUNDER OF OOVIE STUDIOS SA.

Riccardo Acciarino is an international clarinet/bass-clarinet performer and the CEO & Founder of OOVIE Studios SA. He pioneers music-interactive A.I. films, where visuals are
generated live from performance so every screening is unique. Trained in classical and
contemporary music, he works between Zurich and Milan.

ÉLISABETH GUTHMAN

CASTING DIRECTOR, A.I. FILMAKER, A.I. INSTRUCTOR FOR PROFESSIONALS

Élisabeth Guthmann is a multidisciplinary creator with thirty years of experience in French cinema. Former assistant director and casting director (The War of Thrones, Timbuktu, Benedetta), she now devotes herself to generative cinematographic creation. She develops series for National Geographic TV and Planète+, and directs award-winning short films mixing A.I. and human emotions also a certified drama therapist, she explores creation as a tool for care and transformation.

NATHALIE DUPUY

ART DIRECTOR, DESIGNER AND EXPERT TRAINER IN GENERATIVE A.I.

Nathalie Dupuy est directrice artistique, graphiste et formatrice experte en I.A. générative. Elle a fondé IALS, un écosystème qui réunit un magazine IALS Magazine, un studio créatif, des formations certifiantes et des événements
Lauréate des Ours de la Com et Voix Rugissante des Lyonnes, elle défend un usage éthique et inspirant de l’I.A.
Elle milite pour la place des femmes dans la tech et l’I.A.
Ses sessions certifiantes à Lyon attirent des participants venus de toute la France – Lille, Saint-Tropez, Bordeaux, Nantes – et même de Bruxelles et Londres.

REMI TERESZKIEWICZ

PRESIDENT OF MILUNA PRODUCTIONS & CONSULTING

Rémi Tereszkiewicz holds degrees in Physics and Economics and has devoted his career to media innovation. He has held VP/SVP positions at Eurosport, Netgem, Lagardère Studios/Mediawan, and Warner Bros, where he launched several premium TV and VOD services. Since 2019, he has been developing AI-powered marketing and sales solutions at BetaSeries, leveraging usage data from its 3 million TV fan community across Europe. He supports producers and platforms with market insights, script analysis tools (co-financed by Creative Europe MEDIA), and A.I. audience discovery solutions. He also contributes to new television standards (CMO Europe of UHD World Association), Creative Europe and CNRS research projects, and regularly speaks at industry events and film schools about A.I., innovation, and media strategy.

ERIC LENTULO

STRATEGY & INFLUENCE | COMMUNICATION & VISIBILITY | ECOSYSTEM CONNECTOR | AI, MEDIA, EVENTS | STARTUPS & LEADERS IN MOTION

A graduate of Sciences Po and ESCP, Eric Lentulo has built his career in the media and telecommunications industries, notably at M6, Mediawan, SFR, and Médiamétrie, before dedicating himself to advising executives and cultural organizations on innovation and communication strategies.
Having lived for several years in Sweden and Norway, he brings an international perspective to the transformations within the creative sector and the growing role of artificial intelligence in storytelling. He designs and leads numerous panel discussions and keynotes on A.I. and the media, notably for ESCP, HEC, and ESSEC.
At WAiFF, he applies his experience to the festival’s development and the structuring of its content, convinced that A.I. marks the beginning of a new era of dialogue between technology and imagination.

STEFANO LANDI

TECHNICAL MANAGER

A results-driven technology executive based in Silicon Valley for 30 years, he has launched and commercialized various emerging technology products for the consumer, enterprise, and public sector markets. Currently at Amazon, he previously worked at companies such as Nokia, Palm, Verizon, as well as several Silicon Valley startups. Passionate about AI, he has recently focused on agentic A.I. and the GenAI revolution for the film industry.

ROBERT PAUL BUGANZA

CREATIVE DIRECTION AND STRATEGY

With over 20 years of international experience in London, Milan, and New York, Robert Buganza combines creativity, technology, and strategy to create experiences that inspire action and drive change. Specializing in A.I., Blockchain, AR/VR, UI/UX, Motion Design, and Data Visualization, he leads cross-functional teams to deliver innovative content strategies and interactive multimedia solutions.
His professional background includes creative leadership roles at M&C Saatchi, TBWA\Italia and Sky Italia, as well as consulting projects for social collectives The Human Solidarity Project (USA) and The Undaunted (UK).
Robert’s work combines emerging technologies and captivating visual storytelling to propel brands into the future.

SANA SHAHEER ABBASI

PRESIDENT AND CO-FOUNDER OF 8 BILLION VOICES

Sana Shaheer Abbasi is the President and Co-Founder of 8 Billion Voices (8BV), a global initiative weaving wellness, art, A.I., and storytelling into social impact. With a background in global health, refugee advocacy, and humanitarian work across Africa, the Caribbean, and the U.S., she builds bridges between communities and systems of care. Through projects like Divine Roots—an organic fashion line—and trauma-informed workshops, Sana champions healing, intentional living, and creative expression. With 8BV, she envisions a future where A.I. heals through simulation, creating spaces where every voice is seen, valued, and whole.

STEPHANE DAVI

CEO & FOUNDER OF IMAGO PICTURES

With 15 years of experience in audiovisual production, my goal is to share my passion for imagery through a variety of projects.
My work spans from directing to artistic direction, including special effects and VFX supervision.
Always at the cutting edge of technology, I am proficient in the latest software such as Unreal Engine 5, Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, SynthEyes, and DaVinci Resolve.
I am also an expert in generative A.I. and master advanced creative workflows using ComfyUI, allowing me to push the boundaries of visual storytelling and digital creation.

VINCENT LOWY

DIRECTOR GENERAL AT THE ÉCOLE NATIONALE SUPÉRIEURE LOUIS-LUMIÈRE

A leading figure in French cinema, Vincent Lowy holds a PhD in Information and Communication Sciences. He is a specialist in memory cinema, a documentary filmmaker, and a series editor. He has taught at the University of Haute-Alsace, the University of Strasbourg, and the University of Lorraine, where he also directed the IECA. He later became Director of the École Nationale Supérieure Louis-Lumière.

JIAJIAN MIN

AWARD-WINNING A.I. +XR ARTIST, RESEARCHER, FOUNDER, CURATOR, SPEAKER, CONSULTANT, EDUCATOR | CHAIR, MIT A.I. FILM FESTIVAL | COFOUNDER, HARVARDXR | COFOUNDER, MYSTUDIO

Jiajian Min is a new media artist, researcher, and creative entrepreneur. He co-founded MYStudio and HarvardXR, chairs the MIT A.I. Film Festival Committee, and advises the Seattle A.I. Film Festival. A former Harvard researcher and NEW INC XR member, he has taught at leading art schools in China. His work explores emerging technology and multisensory storytelling, shown at the Venice Biennale, Ars Electronica, Siggraph Asia, and more. He was selected as one of the 2023 Forbes China 100 Most Influential Chinese.

ELIOT M. COHEN

ENTREPRENEUR AND MUSIC PRODUCER

Eliot M. Cohen is a British entrepreneur and music producer. Founder of the Red Bus Group in 1970, he has worked with major artists such as Black Sabbath, Mariah Carey, and Destiny’s Child. His studio, Red Bus Recording Studios, has hosted stars such as George Michael and Duran Duran. A consultant for Sony/ATV, he has contributed to successful film soundtracks. An honorary member of SACEM, his influence on the music industry was recognized by a Channel 4 documentary.

JEAN-CLAUDE GOLDENSTEIN

ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST

Cannes-raised entrepreneur, 35 years building high-value US/EU relationships across tech, consulting, and finance. Quoted in Bloomberg TV, Fox News, the LA Times, and Le Point; speaker at VivaTech and World A.I. Cannes Festival. As WAiFF Ambassador – U.S. Alliances, JC is the go-to partner for pioneers who want Cannes film credibility, political pull, and innovative ROI formats.
His key achievements:

Technical Authority: Co-developer of IEEE ethical A.I. standards; holds patents in synthetic media; former rocket scientist.
Film & Festival Leadership: Co-founded the NY French Film Festival; serves on juries for new A.I. film awards.
Investment & Governance: Board member, Sophia Business Angels (arranged La Tribune partnership).

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