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Kenneth Yanting Li

Vice President, Assistant General Counsel, The Children's Place
New York, New York,United States
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Kenneth Yanting Li's Overview

Total Experience22 years
CompanyThe Children's Place
CountryUnited States

Kenneth Yanting Li is a PhD candidate in Computer Science at Stanford University, affiliated with the Stanford Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) Group and the Stanford AI Lab (SAIL). His research focuses on the intersection of Human-Computer Interaction and Artificial Intelligence, specifically in designing, building, and studying interactive systems that enable more effective human-AI collaboration. He is particularly interested in how large language models (LLMs) and other AI can augment human sensemaking, creativity, and decision-making processes in complex domains. Kenneth aims to develop AI tools that are not only powerful but also understandable, controllable, and aligned with human needs and values.

Professional Summary

Kenneth Yanting Li's work history includes a series of influential roles in various companies. Here is a detailed list of his professional journey:

The Children's Place - Vice President, Assistant General Counsel (2021 to Present)
VICE Media - Director of Legal Affairs, Corporate Secretary (2018 to 2021)
Latham & Watkins - Associate (2015 to 2017)
Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP - Associate (2009 to 2015)
Fraser Milner Casgrain LLP - Summer Student (2008 to 2008)
Pro Bono Students Canada - Student Program Coordinator (2007 to 2008)
University of Toronto Faculty of Social Work - China Project Coordinator (2004 to 2007)
Singapore Armed Forces - Lieutenant (2001 to 2003)

Notable Achievements

Siebel Scholar Class of 2024

Selected as a Siebel Scholar, recognizing him as one of the most talented graduate students in Computer Science at Stanford University for academic excellence and leadership potential.

Research Publications in Top-Tier Venues

Authored and co-authored research papers presented at prestigious HCI and AI conferences such as ACM CHI, UIST, and IUI, contributing novel systems and insights into human-AI interaction, explainable AI, and collaborative AI tools.

Development of Innovative Human-AI Systems

Led or significantly contributed to the development of novel interactive systems like 'Cobi' (for collaborative writing with LLMs) and 'Sensemaking with AI', demonstrating practical applications of his research in enhancing human capabilities with AI.

Stanford Graduate Fellowship (SGF) Recipient

Awarded the Stanford Graduate Fellowship, a prestigious university-wide fellowship supporting outstanding doctoral students at Stanford University.

Educational Background

Doctor of Law (JD)

University of Toronto - Year 2006

Bachelor of Arts (BA), Criminology/ Ethics, Society & Law/ Linguistics

University of Toronto - Year 2004

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Company Overview

The Children's Place
Total employees6800
HeadquartersSecaucus
Founded1969

The Children's Place is a leading American specialty retailer of children's apparel and accessories. The company designs, contracts to manufacture, and sells high-quality, fashionable, and value-priced merchandise under its proprietary 'The Children's Place', 'Place', 'Baby Place', and 'Gymboree' brand names. They offer a wide range of products for babies, toddlers, and older children, focusing on providing a one-stop shopping experience for parents.

The Children's Place Stock Information
The Children's Place, Inc. is listed on the NASDAQ under the ticker symbol PLCE. The company went public on April 23, 1997

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