Ernesto Gonzales Escobedo is a social theorist specializing in social policy, with a deep interest in the evolving impact of artificial intelligence. He is committed to uncovering how AI might shape society and believes that public officials and managers should dedicate themselves to understanding its vast potential and influence. Escobedo envisions a future where public officials will use AI responsibly to advance the public interest. Yet, he also acknowledges the risks, fearing that, like in Brave New World, unchecked AI could have devastating consequences for humanity. Ernesto Gonzales Escobedo was a laborer who worked in the copper mines in Miami, Arizona. He is a former math professor and academic dean who works as a consultant to colleges and universities. He completed a doctorate in social policy at Harvard University in 1998. He is proud of his military service, manning Nike Hercules and Patriot missiles from 1982 to 1986.