Why Book an AI Keynote Speaker for Your Business?
Organizations are under pressure to adopt artificial intelligence—but hype often drowns out what actually works. As an AI keynote speaker and researcher, I help business leaders, boards, and conference audiences separate realistic uses of AI from misconceptions. My keynotes and workshops focus on AI for business and manufacturing: strategic implementation, governance, and responsible adoption that fits your industry.
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What I Cover: AI in Business Contexts
From board-level strategy to operations and supply chain, I tailor keynotes and workshops to your audience. Topics I regularly deliver include:
- AI strategy and implementation — Where to start, how to prioritize use cases, and how to avoid common pitfalls.
- Artificial intelligence for manufacturing — Predictive maintenance, quality control, and operational efficiency without overpromising.
- AI in supply chain and business operations — How AI is reshaping logistics, procurement, and decision-making.
- Responsible AI and governance — Human oversight, ethics, and building trust with stakeholders.
- What AI can and can’t do — Realistic expectations so teams don’t under-use or over-rely on AI.
Past Engagements: AI for Business & Manufacturing
I’ve spoken at industry conferences, board meetings, and corporate events on AI and business transformation. Examples include:
- Lethbridge Iron Works — Board presentation on artificial intelligence for business and manufacturing.
- Southern Alberta B2B Tradeshow & Conference — Keynote on AI, tech, and innovation in supply chain and business operations.
- CMC Alberta / EY Calgary — Keynote and panel on “Consulting in the Age of Disruption: How AI is Reshaping the Consulting Profession.”
- SACPA (Southern Alberta Council on Public Affairs) — “AI Not Ready to Take Over the World: Realistic Uses and Misconceptions,” with media coverage.
These engagements reflect my approach: evidence-based, accessible to non-technical leaders, and focused on decisions that matter.
Keynotes vs. Workshops
I offer both keynotes (typically 45–60 minutes) for conferences and leadership events, and workshops or half-day sessions for teams that want to go deeper. Workshops can include AI literacy, tool demos (e.g. Microsoft 365 Copilot), or strategy exercises. Contact my speaking agent, Ken Kirkwood, to discuss format, audience, and availability.
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