Jon French

Jon French is the Group Managing Director at Inventus Group and an expert in business transformation. Having spent the last 20 years leading significant change in the telecommunications and consumer electronics industries, Jon has built a strong understanding of how to implement tangible AI strategies within businesses. With a proven track record of scaling revenue from $500 million to $5 billion within short timeframes, he brings a unique perspective on managing P&Ls exceeding $1 billion while maintaining sustainable international growth. Also specialising in market turnarounds and high-risk entries, Jon has successfully navigated complex compliance negotiations and competitive landscapes in Europe, APAC and the Middle East & Africa, further strengthening his authority on the practical implementation of AI in business, thriving amidst technological disruption and the importance of change management. 

Now considered an industry-leading expert on technological disruption, the AI revolution, growth and scale, Jon’s illustrious career began as a General Manager for Samsung Electronics. Navigating the mobile phone revolution, Jon pioneered significant transformations as the Executive Director of UK & Ireland, Vice President of Sales & Operations in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, and Vice President of the Middle East and Africa for HTC. Proving his ability to thrive amidst business disruption and transformation, Jon was appointed the International Sales Director of Beats by Dr Dre. Drawing parallels from previous tech adoptions, Jon was later appointed as the Vice President of the Middle East and the General Manager of Asia Pacific for Microsoft. 

Jon’s next transformation challenge came as the Vice President of HMD Global, where he pioneered operations across Western Europe, Global Accounts and B2B Leads. During his tenure at HMD Global, Jon transformed operations by building and leading a team that became the fourth-largest mobile equipment manufacturer in Western Europe in just two years. With detailed expertise in scaling businesses in competitive environments, Jon has also acted as a Board Member of Fiskl Limited, the Chairman of TMT First Ltd and the Chief Revenue Officer of Trustonic. At Google, Jon led the go-to-market strategy for Android’s AI features and roadmap, working closely with the teams developing the technology. Recognising the potential of AI to transform drug development early on, he brought his technology and commercial experience to the health sector at Inventus Group, helping life-changing drugs reach the market faster.

Renowned for his turnaround expertise & strategic governance, Jon French’s keynote sessions focus on how organisations can turn technological change into commercial advantage. With expertise in the Internet of Things, AI and consumer tech, Jon explains how major technological shifts can be translated into tangible business strategies that improve decision-making, efficiency and growth. Jon is also a leading expert in digital transformation and disruption, helping organisations understand how to thrive as markets shift. If you are looking for a keynote speaker who transforms businesses through smart technology adoption and clear, actionable strategies that drive sustainable growth, hire Jon French now.