UrbanLogiq’s tech team just gained a powerhouse. We are very excited to announce that Dr. Paul Lalonde, retired Distinguished Engineer at NVIDIA, former Staff Software Engineer at Google, and Technology Director at Microsoft, is coming out of retirement to join UrbanLogiq as a Strategic Advisor.

Dr. Lalonde holds a PhD in Computer Science from the University of British Columbia and brings a proven track record in graphics, cloud computing, and AI, having led major innovations at some of the world’s most influential technology companies. 

Most recently, he was the chief architect behind NVIDIA’s GeForce NOW where he led hardware and software platform design, analytics, GPU optimizations, and software integrations with game stores like Steam and Epic. Prior to that, he spearheaded graphics development for Google Stadia and worked on head mounted displays at Google and on Microsoft’s HoloLenst. Earlier in his career, Dr. Lalonde was Chief Software Architect on the Larrabee project at Intel after his startup was acquired by the company. His technical acumen and deep industry insight will be instrumental in guiding UrbanLogiq’s next stage of growth.

“UrbanLogiq is at an exciting inflection point, scaling its platform to help governments harness AI and data more effectively. My background in systems architecture has taught me the importance of building not just technology, but technology that lasts,” said Dr. Lalonde “I’m here to help UrbanLogiq refine its platform, break down technical silos, and ensure that our data infrastructure is as secure, scalable, and impactful as possible. The mission is clear, empower governments with the right tools to make smarter decisions and I’m excited to help continue making that vision a reality.”

“Paul has spent his career solving complex technical challenges at the highest levels of the industry. His expertise in architecture and scalable systems will help ensure UrbanLogiq’s platform evolves to meet the growing needs of our clients. We’re excited to have him on board as we continue pushing the boundaries of AI and data in government.” said Max Burke, UrbanLogiq’s Chief Technology Officer. 

Dr. Lalonde’s decision to join UrbanLogiq is a testament to the scale and significance of the challenge UrbanLogiq is solving in government technology. With his guidance, UrbanLogiq’s AI-powered solutions will continue to evolve with a strong foundation, delivering smarter, more data-driven decision-making tools to governments worldwide.

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UrbanLogiq’s data analytics platform helps governments make the most out of their existing data by integrating diverse datasets across departments and domains, ensuring the integrity, safety, and compliance of data to harness its full potential. This approach sets the standard around robust data management, enabling better decision-making, enhancing operational efficiency and transparency while balancing the responsible and ethical use of AI to ensure safe and equitable communities. 

Contact:

Luisa Alvarez, Head of Corporate Affairs, UrbanLogiq
(604) 787-0207 luisa@urbanlogiq.com