Summary
Orion Forowycz is an internationally experienced technologist and Founder & CTO at Nexus Group AI, leading development of IRIS, an AI platform for risk intelligence, compliance, and resilience. With a decade of experience across software engineering, mathematical modeling, LegalTech, and academic research in physics and materials, he translates advanced research into practical, governance-focused AI solutions. He has a track record of building teams and products from system administration through VP-level AI leadership, and holds advanced degrees from TU Wien and Universita degli studi dell'Aquila. Based in Vienna, Orion also advises PeaceTech Hub Vienna on innovation and engages in public-facing roles as an event moderator, reflecting his blend of technical depth and outreach. Notably, his background in laboratory research and cybersecurity gives him a rare perspective on applying rigorous experimental thinking to secure, production-grade AI systems.
10 years of coding experience
3 years of employment as a software developer
Vienna University of Technology
Bachelor of Arts - BA, Bachelor of Arts - BA at Northwestern University
High School Diploma, High School Diploma at Conestoga Senior High School
Master's degree, Master's degree at Universita degli studi dell'Aquila
English, German, Ukrainian, French, Italian