Anthony Baafi

Anthony Baafi is an AI Transformation Strategist and Advisor, working with organisations across the UK, including public sector institutions, local authorities, education providers and corporates. As an AI entrepreneur, he is the Founder of CedarGuard and Cedar Pro Academy. With over 15 years of commercial and technology experience, Anthony translates complex ideas into practical strategies that leaders and organisations can apply to stay competitive in the future of work.

With a degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations from Brunel University of London, Anthony began his career in construction, owning companies focused on refurbishment and new builds before transitioning into digital advertising for major UK stadiums. Sparking his passion for teaching and human development, he taught Business Management on Sky TV. In 2012, he founded his first startup, Prospect Service, which was recognised as Start-Up of the Month. Joining the public sector, he worked as a Project and Programme Manager across Hammersmith, Newham and Southwark Councils. In 2025, Anthony founded Cedar Pro Academy, an AI upskilling and transformation programme, supporting students to improve their AI skills and training organisations to utilise AI. Growing the brand, he launched CedarGuard a year later, an AI risk management and compliance platform built specifically for social housing delivery managers and teams.

As a result of his significant impact as an entrepreneur, Anthony became a member of ForbesBLK, a platform and community that amplifies the voices of black professionals and leaders. He has achieved various qualifications and certifications to upgrade his reputation in the business and AI industry, including an MBA in Management, Chartered Project Professional status and Certified Information Security Manager. Sharing his wide range of expertise, Anthony has written many books, including ‘The Risk Advantage’, ‘The Ultimate Blueprint to Starting a Project Management Career’ and ‘The Ultimate Project Playbook’.

A well-respected name in the AI sphere, Anthony is a powerful and engaging keynote speaker who has delivered talks and training for organisations including HSBC, Uxbridge College and the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce. His keynotes explore AI transformation, turning AI into a competitive advantage, leadership, team building and high-performance thinking. If you are looking for an expert who shares insights into adopting AI into business, hire Anthony for your next event today.