Harshit Kikani is a Senior Manager of Artificial Intelligence and Product Development at Amazon, where he leads the development of transformative AI and virtual reality solutions that redefine workforce training and operational excellence at scale. With over a decade of experience bridging manufacturing operations, data science leadership, and cutting-edge AI innovation, Harshit brings a unique perspective on how emerging technologies can augment human capability while maintaining ethical standards and workforce dignity.

At Amazon, Harshit has pioneered the integration of large language models, speech and text recognition platforms, and immersive virtual reality training systems that democratize world-class instruction across diverse learning styles and operational environments. His work on AI-powered training platforms and VR-enabled learning tools addresses critical challenges in scalability, accessibility, and personalized education—enabling location-independent learning while preserving the essential human elements of mentorship and coaching.

Harshit's approach to AI development is grounded in operational discipline learned from years leading high-volume manufacturing and supply chain operations, where he was responsible for safety, quality, delivery, and the successful deployment of robotics and automation initiatives. This foundation informs his governance-first philosophy: technology must serve people, not replace them. He champions "augmentation over replacement," designing AI systems with progressive disclosure, explainability as a core requirement, and inclusive features that account for real-world conditions including language diversity, connectivity constraints, and varied technical capabilities.

His leadership has delivered measurable impact, including analytics-driven strategies that generated significant cost savings, performance management frameworks that improved productivity and customer satisfaction, and risk assessment methodologies that ensure compliance and operational resilience. Harshit's work spans the full AI lifecycle—from research and development of multimodal learning platforms to the strategic deployment of machine learning solutions that reshape how global organizations compete and innovate.

Holding an MBA from Indiana University and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Michigan Tech University, Harshit is passionate about building ethical, accessible, and scalable AI solutions that strengthen technological leadership while contributing to workforce development and innovation capacity. His presentations offer practical insights on integrating XR and AI technologies into enterprise environments, balancing rapid innovation with equitable outcomes, and preparing organizations for the future of intelligent automation.