Andy Fitze

Andy Fitze is a revered digital cognitive strategist, who shares his expertise as a top global advisor on AI and digital transformation for enterprise boards and start-up businesses. As a leading AI influencer, Andy became the Co-Founder of SwissCognitive and CognitiveValley – a global community of business leaders and experts on artificial intelligence driving the forward development of AI and its potential as a key economy booster. With over three decades of extensive knowledge and experience to his name, Andy is now highly sought after as a keynote speaker on global stages. Don’t miss out on Andy’s AI expertise today!

Helping companies to recognise the potential of artificial intelligence for innovation, Andy has enjoyed a successful career in the realms of technology. Currently the President of the Swiss IT Leadership Forum and a Member of the Board of Directors of ICT Switzerland, Andy is a preeminent authority on the development and application of artificial and cognitive intelligence. Beginning his career as a Contract Project Leader of Building Automation for Siemens, Andy has since worked as Head of IT Services for AirBusiness Consulting, Head of IT Service Management and IT Governance for PostFinance, Group Chief Information Officer of RUAG and an independent digital advisor for start-ups and enterprise boards.

Aside from business roles, Andy has also shared his illustrious expertise as a lecturer. He has been a lecturer in AI for Business for Berner Fachhochschule and a lecturer in CAS Architecture Digitisation for ETH Zurich. In addition, Andy has also been Head of the Tech Advisory Board for Oliver Heer Ocean Racing, a Member of the Board of Directors for SwissICT, Chairman of the Board of Directors for Service Management Partners and a Member of the Board of Directors for LAVEBA Genossenchaft. When he is not sharing the prospects of artificial intelligence for businesses, Andy can also be found acting as a Member of the Strategic Advisory Board at Bern University of Applied Sciences or balancing his mind and soul as a skipper on the world's oceans.

To share his 30 years of experience, Andy is regularly sought to appear as a speaker on global stages. Throughout his career, Andy has garnered significant accolades. His roles as Co-Founder of SwissCognitive, President of the Swiss IT Leadership Forum, and a member of the prestigious Explorers Club underline his dual contributions to AI and exploration. Andy’s accolades also include being featured in Forbes’ Top 50 Digital Leaders DACH and his recognition as a pioneer in leadership transformation. Andy has claimed several awards for his expertise, including being named a DigitalShaper 2022 by Bilanz and an AI Influencer in Switzerland by Deep Knowledge and SwissCognitive. Having also been recognised as one of the Top 10 AI Thought Leaders and Influencers to Follow in 2021 by Analytics Insights and as one of the Top 10 AI Influencers (2024). As one of the Top 100 Global Thought Leaders 2020 by The Awards Magazine, it comes without surprise that Andy is sought after by global clients to share his expertise on artificial intelligence. 

Organisations seeking a keynote speaker who inspires actionable change will find Andy Fitze unparalleled. His topics, such as ‘Navigating Uncharted Waters: Leadership Lessons from Sailing and AI’, provide practical strategies for thriving in uncertainty. If you are looking for a detailed speech on the importance of AI adoption and more, look no further than Andy Fitze.

In September 2023 we sat down virtually with Dalith Steiger and Andy Fitze and discussed how AI can help businesses in their everyday processes. Watch our Exclusive Interview with Dalith Steiger and Andy Fitze.