With technology advancing all the time, artificial intelligence (AI) is a key area of progression. The last year has seen some significant developments in the area, with the first-ever robot being granted citizenship of Saudi Arabia, Google’s AlphaGo Zero working out how to play chess and Microsoft’s systems beating humans in a reading test.
Here at Champions Speakers, we understand that the world of AI is set to play a big role in the future and so have a whole host of excellent technology speakers on our roster. Below is a selection of expert artificial intelligence speakers who can offer their insight at corporate events and conferences.
- Professor Nick Bostrom
- Yann LeCun
- Geoffrey Hinton
- Nina Schick
- Kay Firth-Butterfield
- Ilya Feige
- Henry Ajder
- Ed Newton-Rex
- Sam Altman
- Inma Martinez
- Kate Darling
- Jason Bradbury
- Kevin Warwick
- Anne Lise Kjaer
- Vladimer Botsvadze
Professor Nick Bostrom
An award-winning artificial intelligence expert, Professor Nick Bostrom is the founding director of the Future of Humanity Institute at the University of Oxford.
Speaking of an intelligence explosion that is set to see robots surpass the human brain's ability, Bostrom discusses the problems that humanity faces in AI. Inducted into Prospect's Top World Thinkers List, he is without a doubt one of the most in-demand keynote speakers in his field.
Yann LeCun
Yann LeCun is the current Vice President and Chief AI Scientist of Meta, renowned as a preeminent authority on all things machine learning, computer vision and artificial intelligence. Having also forged respect as the Co-Founder and Chief Scientist of MuseAmi, Yann has worked a decorated career putting the complexities of exponential technologies into context.
Formerly the Director of AI Research for Facebook, Yann has dedicated his industry-leading research to deep learning, robotics, computational neuroscience and data science. Having also been the Silver Professor of Computer Science and Professor of Neural Science at New York University, Yann is a commended academic, who uses his unique perspectives from education and industry to inform his expert speeches on machine learning and AI.
Geoffrey Hinton
Geoffrey Hinton is renowned for his former role as the Vice President and Engineering Fellow of Google. Currently working as a Professor in the Computer Science department of the University of Toronto, Geoffrey is revered for his research on neural networks, having popularised the backpropagation method.
Also the Chief Scientific Adviser of the Vector Institute and Associate Professor of Carnegie Mellon University, Geoffrey is also widely known for his passions in increasing understanding of the dangers of artificial intelligence. Awarded the prestigious ACM A.M Turing Award and IEEE Frank Rosenblatt Medal, hire Geoffrey Hinton for his all encompassing knowledge on machine learning and the threats of artificial intelligence.
Nina Schick
Nina Schick is a revolutionary expert in the field of AI, renowned for being the author of the World’s first generative AI book DEEPFAKES: The Coming Infocalypse, the Creator of the Era of Generative AI and the Founder of Tamang Ventures.
With a history advising the World’s most prominent leaders, such as President Joe Biden and former NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen, Nina is hired as a speaker to share her revolutionary knowledge on the future of generative AI. Also an Adviser for renowned AI companies Synthesia and Truepic, Nina helps people prepare for a future in which she believes “over 90% of online content will be created by AI in 2030”.
Kay Firth-Butterfield
Currently the founding Executive Director of the Centre for Trustworthy Technology, Kay Firth-Butterfield is renowned as the World’s first Chief AI Ethics Officer, having formerly been the Head of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for the World Economic Forum.
Having also been an Expert Advisor for the All Parliamentary Group on Artificial Intelligence, the Co-Founder of the Responsible AI Institute and Vice Chair of the IEEE Global Initiative for Ethical Considerations in Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Systems, Kay is a preeminent expert on ethical AI. When hired to speak at corporate events, Kay details how humankind can equitably reap the benefits of ethical AI.
Ilya Feige
Ilya Feige has forged a respectable career in AI, currently working as the Global Head of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning for Cerberus Technology. Having formerly worked as the Director of AI at Faculty, Ilya is on a mission to build and deploy safe artificial intelligence systems that help humankind to achieve exceptional performance.
Having also been a Teaching Fellow at Harvard University and helped deploy artificial intelligence within the NHS, Ilya is a renowned AI pioneer who was awarded the Gertrude and Maurice Goldhaber Prize. Engaging audiences on how artificial intelligence can be leveraged for business growth, let Ilya share his renowned knowledge on machine learning and AI at your next event.
Henry Ajder
The first “GenAI Cartographer”, Henry Ajder is recognised across the globe as an expert on deepfakes and generative AI. Transforming societies understanding of generative AI, Henry was formerly the Presenter of The Future Will Be Synthesised and is a member of Meta’s Reality Labs Advisory Council.
Having also led generative AI research at MIT, co-authored the State of Deepfakes and been a Generative AI Luminary Advisor for Ernst & Young, Henry is working tirelessly to demystify the value and risks of AI. Also a Visiting Researcher on Generative AI and AI Ethics at The University Cambridge Jesus College, hire Henry Ajder to map out the future of generative AI and the deepfake revolution.
Ed Newton-Rex
The Vice President of Audio at Stability AI, Ed Newton-Rex is famed for being one of the very few people who have founded and sold a generative AI company. The Founder of Jukedeck, Ed sat at the helm of the World’s first AI music company. Having also worked as the Chief Product Officer for Snapchat and the Product Director of the AI Lab at TikTok, Ed is a preeminent authority on the future of AI.
Named as one of the 30 Most Creative People in UK Tech by Business Insider and one of the Generative AI Power Players by Sifted, Ed is renowned for his unique perspectives on how artificial intelligence will impact the creative industries. On a mission to kickstart the adoption of generative AI, hire Ed Newton-Rex to accelerate the generative AI revolution.
Sam Altman
The Co-Founder of OpenAI, Sam Altman is one of the most preeminent experts on AGI research, engaging humankind on how AI will transform work and creativity. Dedicated to creating safe artificial intelligence that ethically benefits society, Sam is also renowned as the Co-Founder of Loopt, the President of Y Combinator and for establishing the venture fund Hydrazine Capital.
Having also formerly been the CEO of Reddit, it comes without surprise that Sam was named on the Forbes 30 Under 30 list and as one of the 100 Most Influential People in the World by Time Magazine. Having previously shared the stage with the likes of Steve Jobs, the late CEO of Apple, Sam is a revered speaker who engages audiences on the benefits of ethical AI and what we can expect in the future of artificial intelligence.
Inma Martinez
A proud member of the World Leading Expert Group for the Innovation & Commercialisation of AI Committee, Inma Martinez has gone from strength to strength. Fast Company called her 'a afirestarter' which serves as a tribute to her pioneering role in British technology.
Her impressive knowledge makes for engaging speeches and has seen her appear at industry-leading summits and conferences including TechCrunch, BusinessWeek and GSMA Mobile World Congress. Speaking on topics from big data to the rise of social media, technological innovation to the future of AI - Martinez is one of the finest artificial intelligence speakers in the world today.
Kate Darling
With a strong interest in robot ethics, Kate Darling is a research specialist at the prestigious Harvard University. She regularly gives thought-provoking talks on ethical issues surrounding AI and discusses where human-robot interaction may take us in the future.
Kate has authored several books and papers on these topics and in her capacity as an after dinner speaker, always leaves audiences inspired to learn more. Having performed talks all over the world, she is always happy to engage with audiences regarding any questions they may have on the issue.
Jason Bradbury
Well-known as one of the presenters on Channel 5’s The Gadget Show, Jason Bradbury is a confessed technology lover whose knowledge of the benefits of artificial intelligence is second to none. Presenting the show for 12 years, he took part in many challenges and experiments over the years, a lot of which focused on the increase of AI.
During his keynote speaking engagements, Bradbury can share with audiences his own opinions and insight on how he sees the world of artificial intelligence developing over the coming years, and why he thinks it is important to keep advancing technology.
Kevin Warwick
Kevin Warwick is one of the world’s best researchers when it comes to AI, robotics and biomedical engineering. Throughout his extremely successful career, Warwick had an abundance of high-profile roles at some of the UK’s most prestigious universities.
Currently, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor at Coventry University, his most famous research took place in 1998 when he implanted an array into his own arm with the aim of becoming a ‘cyborg’. His experiment discovered some astounding results and his own nerve tissue even grew around the implant.
Anne Lise Kjaer
Anne Lise Kjaer is a futurist and artificial intelligence speaker who specialises in looking to the future and examining how the world may look in years to come.
Having performed her talks at international conferences, she shares how she founded Kjaer Global, a company that works alongside some of the world’s biggest brands such as Sony, Swarovski, IKEA and Toyota. With AI growing significantly, this topic shapes several of her talks, fascinating audiences at every occasion she attends.
Vladimer Botsvadze
Vladimer Botsvadze's keynote addresses and compelling onscreen commentaries have captivated worldwide audiences, spanning millions of viewers across the globe. Whether delving into the intricacies of AI or chatbots, Vladimer's speaking topics cater to the spectrum of technology industry forums and summits.
His extensive list of accolades, including the title of No.1 Global Marketing Thought Leader and a Top 10 ranking among the Most Influential Business Leaders to Follow, underscores his exceptional experience. For those seeking industry insights, actionable blueprints, or a visionary outlook into the digital arena, Vladimer is an unparalleled speaker.
Book an Artificial Intelligence Speaker Today!
To book artificial intelligence speakers, simply contact the Champions Speakers agency by filling in our online contact form. Alternatively, for any further information, call a booking agent directly on 0207 1010 553.
This exclusive article on 14 of the Very Best Artificial Intelligence Speakers Trending in 2024 was written by Mark Matthews and Jack Hayes, using validated data from opinion polls at over 1538 artificial intelligence conferences and summits (2020-2024). Verified research was also collated from the GOV.UK Office for Artificial Intelligence, the U.S. Department of State and Forbes.
