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

Sander Schulhoff is a pioneering AI educator, researcher and entrepreneur best known as the Founder of Learn Prompting, the first prompt engineering guide released online before the launch of ChatGPT. Recognised as one of the leading voices in prompt engineering and AI security, Sander has helped shape how organisations and individuals understand and interact with generative AI systems. As the Co-Instructor of the widely attended course ‘ChatGPT for Everyone’, developed in partnership with OpenAI, he has educated thousands on the practical applications of AI. His expertise spans prompt engineering, AI red teaming, natural language processing and reinforcement learning, making him a highly sought-after keynote speaker and workshop leader.

Sander’s career began in research roles at Johns Hopkins University before progressing into Natural Language Processing research at the University of Maryland, where he specialised in NLP and Deep Reinforcement Learning. Alongside his academic work, he became involved with The Farama Foundation as a Software Developer, contributing to educational tools later adopted by major AI companies including Google and Meta. He also worked as a Deep Reinforcement Learning Engineer at Semiotic Labs, further developing his technical expertise in machine learning systems. In 2022, Sander founded Learn Prompting, creating one of the internet’s earliest and most influential educational resources dedicated to prompt engineering. The same year, he led prompt engineering workshops for OpenAI and Microsoft, establishing himself as a trusted authority within the AI sector.

In 2023, Sander organised HackAPrompt, the world’s largest Generative AI red teaming competition, in collaboration with OpenAI, Scale AI and Hugging Face. Following the competition, he co-authored a research paper on prompt injection attacks that won the Best Theme Paper award at EMNLP 2023. He also became Co-Instructor of ‘ChatGPT for Everyone’, helping make advanced AI concepts accessible to global audiences. In 2024, he led a 30-person research team behind “The Prompt Report”, the largest ever survey on prompting techniques and methodologies, cementing his reputation as one of the foremost experts in the field.

Today, Sander is recognised for combining technical depth with clear communication, enabling audiences to understand the rapidly evolving AI landscape. His experience speaking at leading AI conferences, corporate events and educational programmes allows him to tailor sessions for technical and non-technical audiences alike. Whether discussing AI security, prompt engineering or the future of generative AI, Sander delivers insightful, practical and forward-thinking presentations that equip organisations to adapt confidently to emerging technologies.

Why Hire Sander Schulhoff?

Sander is hired as a speaker for his ability to simplify highly technical AI concepts into engaging and actionable insights. With experience leading workshops for OpenAI and Microsoft, alongside speaking at major AI conferences and corporate events, he delivers presentations that are both educational and commercially relevant. His work founding Learn Prompting and organising HackAPrompt demonstrates genuine industry leadership, while his involvement in ‘ChatGPT for Everyone’ highlights his talent for large-scale AI education. Audiences value Sander’s expertise in prompt engineering, AI security and generative AI strategy, leaving events with practical knowledge they can immediately apply.