Artificial Intelligence Speakers

Keynote speakers on artificial intelligence play a vital role in helping organisations navigate the fast-changing tech landscape. The UK AI market was valued at over £72 billion in 2024, and with a predicted annual growth rate of 37.3% from 2023 to 2030, demand for AI insight is only increasing.

Today, 78% of people say their organisations have AI in at least one business function – whether in customer service, operations or marketing. Businesses hire AI speakers to break down complex topics, explore future trends and provide practical guidance on using AI to boost productivity, improve decision-making and create better user experiences. These speakers also address ethical concerns and help organisations adopt AI in a responsible and informed way. All information was taken from The AI Speakers Agency, the World’s first and only dedicated speakers agency to artificial intelligence thought leaders. Hire an AI speaker today to stay ahead of the curve!

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Shiona McCallum

BBC Technology Journalist, World Service Presenter & Award-Winning Broadcaster Specialising In AI, Innovation & Digital Culture
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Abena Akuffo-Kelly

Founder of Kanea Consulting, Chief AI Learning & Transformation Officer at Anaiya Group Ltd, Former Mayor of Folkestone & Professional Development Lead for STEM Learning
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Dr Ashwin Mehta

Founder of Mehtadology, Chief AI Strategist at the Learning, Former Global Technology, Innovation & AI Lead at Bayer Corporation Pharmaceutical & Creator of the Agentic Readiness Framework
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Anthony Baafi

Founder of CedarGuard & Cedar Pro Academy, Member of ForbesBLK, Former Project Manager at Hammersmith & Fulham Council, AI Transformation Strategist & Author of ‘The Risk Advantage’
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Marco Camisani Calzolari

Member of Expert Committee for Italian National AI Strategy, Founder of EthicsProfile, Cyber-Humanities Professor at Università Vita-Salute San Raffaele & Digital Correspondent for Striscia la Notizia
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Elliott Limb

Founder of Cubed & Elysiq, Former CIO at Barclays, Head of Corporate Banking at Finastra & Bestselling Author of ‘Building The Future’
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Fiona Passantino

Founder of the School for AI-Human Skills, AI & Future of Work Trainer for IMK Opleidingen & Author of ‘AI-Powered Professional’
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Javed Laher

Global AI Consultant for Sales & Business Development at FutureTrain.ai, Former Microsoft Sales Director EMEA & AI Media Commentator
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Ramanan Hariharan

Principal Engineering Manager for AI Security & Identity & Access Management at Microsoft, Former Senior Manager of IAM Engineering at Deloitte & Founder of Astradge Technologies
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Pamela Gupta

Founder of Trusted AI, Creator of the AI TIPS Framework, Former Trustworthy AI Safety & Security Consultant for the US Department of Defence at the Pentagon & Recipient of the Joseph J. Wasserman Award 2025
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Simon Torrance

Founder & CEO of AI Risk, Executive Working Group Member at the World Economic Forum, Co-Author of ‘Fightback: How to Win in the Digital Economy’ & Guest Lecturer at Singularity University
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Dr Antonio Weiss

Co-Founder of Thomas Clipper, Bestselling Author of ‘AI Demystified’, Affiliated Researcher at the University of Cambridge’s Digital State programme, Former Chair of the Labour Group & Senior Advisor on Technology to Keir Starmer’s Office
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Saachin Bhatt

Co-Founder of Brdge, Member of the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, Former Fractional Chief AI Officer at Memory Lane Games & the Youngest-Ever Consultant Globally at Accenture
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Andreas Welsch

Founder & Chief AI Strategist of Intelligence Briefing, Adjunct Professor at West Chester University, Author of the ‘AI Leadership Handbook’ & Former Vice President & Head of AI Marketing at SAP
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Dr Omar Hatamleh

Former Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer at NASA Goddard Space Flight Centre, Executive Director of the Space Studies Programme at the International Space University & Co-Author of ‘BetweenBrains: Taking Back Our AI Future’
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Sander Schulhoff

Founder & CEO of Learn Prompting, Co-Instructor of ‘ChatGPT for Everyone’ & Organiser of HackAPrompt
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Zahra Shah

Co-Founder & Investor of Seers, AI Advisor to the Commonwealth Businesswomen’s Network, Former Management Consultant at Accenture & Winner of the Top 100 Influential People Award
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Sacha Krstulovic

Managing Director of Understand-AI.today, Former Director of AI Engineering at Canopy, Senior Research Engineer at Nuance Communications & Head of Artificial Intelligence Research at Music Tribe
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Ellen Gunning

CEO of Mettacomms & Data Prophet, AI Strategist, Crisis Communications Specialist
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Ray Eitel-Porter

Founder of Lumyz Advisory, Senior Research Associate at Cambridge, Author of ‘Governing the Machine’ & Former Global Head of Responsible AI at Accenture
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Graham Cluley

Developer of the first Windows version of Dr Solomon’s Anti-Virus Toolkit, Inductee into the InfoSecurity Europe Hall of Fame & Co-Host of the ‘Smashing Security’ & ‘The AI Fix’ Podcast
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Mary Aiken

Professor of Cyberpsychology, Chair at Capitol Technology University & Cybercrime Advisor to Europol
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Nick Hawes

Professor of Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, Director of Oxford Robotics Institute, Leading Autonomous Systems Researcher
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Simon Greenman

Former Global Innovator, Co-Founder of Mapquest & Global AI Council Member for the World Economic Forum
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Jon French

Former Google Chief Decision Scientist, CEO of Kozyr, Decision Intelligence Pioneer & Federal Reserve Innovation Advisory Council Member
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Cassie Kozykrov

Former Google Chief Decision Scientist, CEO of Kozyr, Decision Intelligence Pioneer & Federal Reserve Innovation Advisory Council Member
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Gerd Leonhard

CEO & Founder of Green Futurist, Former CEO of MediaFuturist & Creator & Host of ‘The Future Show with Gerd Leonhard’
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Vivek Wadhwa

Adjunct Professor of Exponential Technologies at Carnegie Mellon University
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Peter Diamandis

Founder & Curator of Abundance360 & Co-founder & Vice Chair of Vaxxinity
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Calum Chace

Co-Founder of the Economic Singularity Foundation, Bestselling Author of ‘Surviving AI’

Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to computer systems and machines that can perform tasks typically requiring human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, problem-solving and decision-making. In simple terms, AI enables technology to analyse data, recognise patterns and improve its performance over time without constant human input . As explained in a guide on the role of AI in society, AI can be understood as machines that “reason, learn and act” in ways that would normally require human thinking, often at a scale far beyond human capability. Today, AI underpins everything from recommendation systems and automation to advanced tools that are transforming how businesses operate. To find out more, read the leading blog on What is Artificial Intelligence is and What Role it Will Play in Society

Artificial intelligence is crucial in business today because it enables organisations to improve efficiency, make faster data-driven decisions and unlock new opportunities for growth. From automating routine tasks to enhancing customer experience and forecasting trends, AI is transforming how businesses operate. Its importance is reflected in adoption rates, with 78% of organisations now using AI in at least one business function, highlighting how quickly it has become embedded in modern business strategy. As competition increases, businesses that effectively leverage AI gain a significant advantage in productivity, innovation and long-term performance.

AI speakers cover a wide range of topics designed to help organisations understand and apply artificial intelligence in a business context. Common areas include AI strategy and implementation, generative AI, automation and productivity, as well as data-driven decision-making. Many also explore ethical AI, governance and risk, alongside future trends and the impact of AI on jobs and industries. In addition, AI speakers often tailor their content to specific sectors, providing practical insights and real-world examples that help audiences turn complex concepts into actionable business strategies.

The top artificial intelligence speakers include Professor Nick Bostrom, Yann LeCun, Wendy Hall, Nina Schick, Kay Firth-Butterfield, Mo Gawdat, Henry Ajder, Ed Newton-Rex, Sam Altman and Inma Martinez. These globally recognised experts are shaping the future of artificial intelligence through research, innovation and business transformation, speaking on topics including generative AI, ethics, cybersecurity, automation and future trends.

For a full list of the most in-demand artificial intelligence speakers and to explore the top names in the industry, visit this dedicated guide on the Very Best Artificial Intelligence Speakers Trending.