Babel Street decisively strengthens its technological leadership by naming John Larson as President and Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer. The company actively pursues expansion into crucial Mission-Grade AI capabilities for both government and commercial risk intelligence clients. Larson now takes charge of AI product development and technology strategy, specifically targeting tools that dramatically improve identity resolution, enhance threat monitoring, and accelerate automated analytics.
Driving Advanced AI Strategy
Larson’s appointment positions Babel Street to deliver greater value in high-stakes environments. CEO Benji Hutchinson hails Larson as one of the industry’s most transformative AI leaders, emphasizing that his leadership will significantly expand the platform’s capacity. Before joining Babel Street, Larson oversaw enterprise-wide AI adoption as an Executive Vice President at Booz Allen Hamilton, where he helped shape responsible AI governance and scaled mission-focused programs across defense and civilian agencies.
Amplifying Risk Detection
Larson brings a wealth of experience from the federal consulting sector, including prior leadership roles at Deloitte, IBM, and PwC. He recognizes Babel Street’s existing leadership in the risk intelligence sector, driven by its expansive data sources and global access. Larson expressed his excitement about leveraging artificial intelligence to further that advantage. His core goal is to detect threats sooner, respond with greater precision, and strengthen national resilience by making powerful Mission-Grade AI capabilities more accessible to front-line personnel and organizations worldwide.
