PyTorch Staff

Matt White, Executive Director

Matt White (he/him) is the Executive Director of the PyTorch Foundation and GM of AI at the Linux Foundation. Matt is a distinguished expert in artificial intelligence and business, renowned for successfully deploying large-scale AI platforms across the telecom, gaming, media, and entertainment industries. With over two decades of experience, Matt has consistently demonstrated his ability to stay ahead of the curve in technological innovation, spearheading advancements in AI applications in diverse domains.

Nancy Rausch, Senior Program Manager for Data Science

Nancy Rausch (she/her) is a Senior Program Manager at the Linux Foundation, specializing in open-source AI. She has extensive experience in AI technology, particularly in renewable energy and healthcare analytics research. Nancy has a track record of leadership, having managed high-performing teams at companies like SAS Institute and IBM. Additionally, she serves on the advisory board of the NSF-funded non-profit LASER Institute, which focuses on AI learning analytics in STEM education. Nancy holds a Master of Science in Data Analytics from Capella University, a Master of Science in Computer Engineering from Duke University, and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Michigan Technological University.

Jennifer Bly, Director of Marketing and Communications

Jennifer Bly (she/her) is Director of Marketing and Communications at the Linux Foundation where she leads marketing and communications for open source projects like the PyTorch Foundation, High Performance Software Foundation, OpenSSF, and Ultra Ethernet Consortium. She develops marketing strategies that encompass integrated campaigns with an emphasis on public relations, communications, social media engagement, content development, brand storytelling and more. Jennifer has a knack for making complex technical issues easy to understand in ways that motivate people to pay attention and take action. Before joining the Linux Foundation she was the External Relations Manager at the American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN), where she led the outreach team to increase the organization’s visibility in the internet community and develop strategic relationships that build customer growth and engagement. Jennifer earned her MA in Mass Communication from the University of Florida and Accreditation in Public Relations (APR) from the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA). Within PRSA she is active on the Executive Committee of the Technology Section. She is passionate about creating a better internet and enjoys getting the word out about people doing great work in the open source community.

Deb Giles, Event Director, LF Projects

Deb Giles (she/her) is the Event Director for the Linux Foundation’s Collaborative Projects, where she oversees global events, including the PyTorch Conference. With over 15 years of experience in producing conferences, corporate meetings, and trade shows, Deb has worked across a wide range of industries including tech, gaming, and construction. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Marketing from Azusa Pacific University. Based in Nashville, TN, Deb enjoys traveling, hiking, and spending time with her dog, Shadow, in her free time.

Jessica Gonzalez, Release Engineer / LFX Community Architect

Jessica Gonzalez (she/her) is a senior-level Release Engineer with 15 years of experience in designing and automating Continuous Integration and Continuous Deployment processes. Jessica is part of the Release Engineering (RE) team at the Linux Foundation (LF). For the past 7 years, she has worked closely with Open Source Organizations including Hyperledger, ONAP, Dent, and Magma.

Chris Abraham, Web Engineering Manager

Chris (he/him) is a PMP-certified technology leader with a consistent record leading high-performing software teams. He has managed projects for clients such as Samsung and MetLife in addition to distributed blockchain development teams like the Aragon DAC. Chris has been developing mobile and web applications for over 20 years and has been working with the Linux Foundation since May 2018. He holds a Systems Design Engineering degree from the University of Waterloo.

Thanh Ha, Senior Cloud Operations Engineer

Thanh Ha is a Senior Cloud Operations Engineer at The Linux Foundation, working on the PyTorch CI infrastructure. A seasoned DevOps professional with over 15 years experience, Thanh excels in Infrastructure Optimization: Enhancing the backbone of software development for scalability and performance, Automation Mastery: Streamlining CI/CD pipelines to accelerate development cycles and ensure consistency, and Quality Assurance: Innovating QA and testing processes to deliver robust, high-quality software. With a passion for merging hands-on technical expertise with industry best practices, Thanh collaborates closely with development teams, driving technological advancements and mentoring emerging talent in the DevOps field.

Regina Nkenchor, Program Manager

Regina Nkenchor (she/her) is a Program Manager at the Linux Foundation, where she oversees high-impact projects, including PyTorch, the Civil Infrastructure Platform (CIP), and RISE. With over a decade of experience in the technology industry, Regina has successfully led digital transformation initiatives across sectors such as tax, finance, education, retail, and open source ecosystems.
Prior to joining the Linux Foundation, Regina served as a Software Engineer and as an Open Source Program Office (OSPO) Ambassador at IKEA. She holds a Master’s degree in Informatics from Halmstad University, Sweden, and a Professional Diploma in Software Engineering from NIIT in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.
She also earned a Bachelor’s degree in Public Administration and a Diploma in Law from the University of Jos, Nigeria.
Outside of work, Regina enjoys traveling and connecting with new people. Her goal is to empower developers and communities to thrive while fostering a healthier, more inclusive open source ecosystem for everyone.

Bazil Sterling, Communications and Marketing Associate

Bazil Sterling (he/him) is a Communications and Marketing Associate at The Linux Foundation, where he drives marketing and communications efforts for key open source initiatives, including the PyTorch Foundation, LF Decentralized Trust, and DENT. With a background in journalism, public relations, marketing, and advertising, Bazil is a storyteller who crafts compelling narratives that elevate open source communities. He is particularly passionate about supporting projects advancing sustainability and open collaboration.