LEAH NICOLICH-HENKIN | PHOTO BY LAURA PETRILLA

Leah Nicolich-Henkin
Machine Learning Engineer, Lovelace AI

Through her work as a Machine Learning Engineer at Lovelace AI, Leah Nicolich-Henkin wants to use her skills to have an impact on the world.

At Lovelace, a Pittsburgh-based start-up, she uses satellite imagery to develop AI solutions that will help understand how different things are moving in the world, collecting data with a focus on national security. In addition to her critical and innovative work in the technical field, Nicolich-Henkin has volunteered with Shadyside Complete Streets, advocating for safer, more accessible transportation options; Pittsburgh Babes on Bikes; and Bike Pittsburgh’s WMN BIKEPGH, supporting and promoting women’s cycling.

She’s also been involved with Tech for Campaigns, an initiative where she applies her technical skills to support political campaigns. “I’m trying to find a way to have my skills leave a positive impact on my community and the world,” she says.