Laura Haidinger is an operations leader with a strong track record in scaling teams and shaping global strategies at the intersection of technology, AI, and organizational design.
At Canva, she played a pivotal role in establishing the Generative AI department, driving its global rollout and international expansion. She focuses on hyper-localization and cross-continental scaling, ensuring that AI innovation creates tangible value across diverse markets.
Since transitioning into her global role after Kaleido AI’s integration into Canva, Laura has led the reorganization of AI teams across three continents, aligning structures, workflows, and missions to enhance efficiency and collaboration.
Her work includes orchestrating the first global Generative AI gathering at Canva’s Sydney HQ and driving strategic initiatives to strengthen leadership and operations in Europe.
Beyond operations, Laura is deeply committed to mentorship and inclusion. She actively supports colleagues in their professional growth and leads the Women’s Club at Canva Austria, where she advocates for representation and empowerment of women in tech.
With prior experience at Amazon and Uber, she brings a first-hand perspective on the challenges and opportunities women face in global tech environments.
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