Shivon Zilis, born on February 8, 1986, in Markham, Ontario, Canada, is a distinguished technology executive and venture capitalist known for her expertise in artificial intelligence (AI). She holds degrees in economics and philosophy from Yale University, where she also excelled as a goaltender on the ice hockey team.
Professionally, Zilis has held significant positions in the tech industry. She served as a project director for Tesla’s Autopilot and chip design teams from 2017 to 2019. At Neuralink, she worked as the director of operations and special projects, reporting directly to Elon Musk. In September 2023, she joined the board of defense technology company Shield AI.
In her personal life, Zilis has been associated with Elon Musk. In July 2022, reports emerged that they had twin children, a son named Strider and a daughter named Azure, born in November 2021. In February 2025, Zilis announced the birth of their fourth child, a son named Seldon Lycurgus.
Beyond her professional achievements, Zilis is recognized for her contributions to the AI field and her involvement in high-profile tech ventures.