Dexter Gordon
Dexter Ligot-Gordon
CEO, Swarm
There are two things to know about Dexter: he designs his own barongs, and he cares about making products that solve important problems for people.
Dexter is the CEO and co-founder of Swarm, a platform where senior consultants in AI, Software Development, and Product Design can form teams and collaborate with founders and corporate innovators.
Before Swarm, Dexter co-founded Kalibrr, the first company from the Philippines to get into Y Combinator (W’12), where he led product, design, and engineering. Under his leadership, Kalibrr scaled to 5 million users and pioneered AI-powered hiring solutions, launching the first AI-powered job board in 2017.
His expertise extends beyond startups: he designed San Francisco’s Workforce Development Strategic Plan, helping shape policies that support employment and mobility.
With a strong foundation in Workforce and Education Policy, he previously served on the Board of Regents of the University of California, advocating for expanded access to education and career opportunities.
Dexter has been working at the intersection of AI and employment since building an AI team in 2016, and he remains passionate about mentoring up-and-coming entrepreneurs while learning from tech and product leaders across the globe.
Session
The rapid advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) are reshaping the landscape of software engineering, presenting both challenges and opportunities for developers. This study aims to raise awareness of these evolving changes, encouraging software professionals to critically assess AI’s impact on their workflows. By exploring strategies for adaptation, skill enhancement, and the responsible integration of AI tools, this research provides actionable insights into future-proofing careers in the field. The discussion highlights the necessity of continuous learning and strategic AI adoption to maximize efficiency while maintaining human oversight, ensuring that developers remain at the forefront of technological innovation.