Yawwani Gunawardana is a seasoned AI leader with a PhD in Machine Learning and over a decade of experience driving innovation in financial services. As Group Head of AI at Quilter, she spearheads the firm’s AI transformation—building scalable, ethical AI systems that accelerate business value. Previously at JP Morgan, she led global teams to deliver cutting-edge GenAI and Graph AI solutions.
Yawwani holds multiple industrial patents, has published extensively in AI and computational biology, and is a recognized voice in tech forums such as Women in Data and SheCanCode. Her leadership blends deep technical expertise with a passion for responsible AI, governance, and talent development.