Calgary-based Benevity has appointed Ian Goldsmith as its first Chief Artificial Intelligence (AI) Officer, marking a major milestone for the corporate social responsibility (CSR) and social impact software industry.
The newly created role underscores Benevity’s commitment to embedding AI across its Enterprise Impact Platform to enhance how companies deliver on purpose initiatives. Goldsmith, a veteran in product and data leadership with over 30 years of experience, will oversee the strategic deployment of machine learning, AI-powered analytics, and generative AI technologies throughout the platform.
“Ian’s appointment marks a significant milestone in the Benevity journey to reimagine what’s possible as we pioneer responsible AI innovation,” said Chris Maloof, CEO of Benevity. “AI is central to Benevity’s core strategy and we fundamentally believe it will be transformative for the CSR industry and social impact. We are excited to take the lead.”
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Goldsmith will work closely with Benevity’s global network of over 900 corporate clients to design AI-driven solutions aimed at creating stronger links between business goals and societal outcomes.
“Benevity has such an incredible history of innovation in CSR technology and stands out as a company with a powerful mission to help businesses and people do more good in the world,” said Goldsmith. “I’m thrilled to join the company and accelerate that impact by enabling new ways of doing good that support strong business outcomes.”
Prior to joining Benevity, Goldsmith held senior roles at MeridianLink, Waycare, and Akana, where he advanced AI strategies for global brands. He has a track record of integrating responsible AI practices into products, data ecosystems, and user experiences across industries including technology, finance, and transportation. Goldsmith holds a Master’s degree in Computer Science from the University of Cambridge.
With Goldsmith’s appointment, Benevity aims to lead a new era of AI-powered social impact, setting a benchmark for innovation and responsible deployment in the CSR sector.
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