WLDA Founder Asha Saxena Rings New York Stock Exchange Closing Bell to Mark Annual Data and AI Summit
The October 30 ceremony celebrated the completion of the World Leaders in Data and AI Summit, recognizing the growing importance of data and artificial intelligence across industries.
NEW YORK — Asha Saxena, Founder and CEO of WLDA (World Leaders in Data and AI), rang the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange on Friday, October 30, 2026, marking the completion of the organization’s annual World Leaders in Data and AI Summit.
Saxena was joined at the NYSE podium by Tara Dziedzic, NYSE Head of U.S. Listings, for the special closing bell ceremony.
The event recognized the conclusion of WLDA’s annual summit, which brings attention to the evolving role of data and artificial intelligence in business, technology and leadership.
The NYSE Closing Bell is a longstanding tradition that marks the end of the trading day and provides an opportunity to recognize organizations, business leaders and significant milestones.
For WLDA, the occasion offered an opportunity to celebrate its annual gathering of leaders focused on data and AI and highlight the increasing importance of these technologies across industries.
Saxena’s participation in the ceremony marked a milestone for the organization following the completion of its annual summit.
Photo credit: New York Stock Exchange (NYSE).
