
Dan Figueiredo is a decorated technology strategist with over two decades of experience leading business transformation through innovation, data, and artificial intelligence. Currently serving as Global AI Technology Strategist at Microsoft, Dan is instrumental in helping organisations across the public, private, and social sectors harness the power of AI to solve complex challenges. Working closely with Microsoft’s partner ecosystem, he enables the design and delivery of cutting-edge cloud solutions that drive impact and ensure customer success. Dan’s deep knowledge and approachable communication style have made him a highly sought-after keynote speaker, known for delivering compelling talks on AI, technology, and future innovation at global events such as The AI Summit London and the University of Swansea’s AI Centre.
Dan’s career began at medibureau as eNurse Screenings Manager, swiftly progressing through increasingly senior roles across the technology sector. He gained early technical expertise as IT Engineer at Hamptons International before transitioning into service leadership roles such as IT Services Delivery Manager at GFM and Service Delivery Manager at One Advanced. His ability to navigate complex operations and deliver customer-centric solutions led to further success as Head of Client Services at Cisilion and Managing Business Consultant at Nasstar, where he was recognised for his strategic insight and operational rigour. Alongside his corporate achievements, Dan is deeply committed to social equity in tech and serves as Partnership Lead of the Technology Community for Racial Equality, a coalition of the UK’s leading tech companies working to increase diversity and eliminate racial discrimination in the industry.
An advocate for continuous learning, Dan holds a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science from the University of Westminster and an Executive MBA from the Quantic School of Business & Technology. He has earned multiple certifications including Microsoft Certified Azure AI Engineer Associate, Microsoft Certified Trainer, and Azure AI Fundamentals. At Microsoft, Dan has spearheaded several high-impact initiatives, including the transformation of the Big 4’s Microsoft Go To Market strategy and the creation of a national mentoring community within Microsoft UK. His achievements have been recognised through prestigious accolades such as Microsoft Gold Club Winner and Employee of the Year at Advanced 365 - further cementing his reputation as a standout leader in the technology space.
In addition to his corporate work, Dan plays a key role in shaping public discourse on the future of AI. At the recent /function1 event in Dubai, he chaired headline panels including ‘In-game AI Applications: NPCs, Environments, Gameplay Loops and More’ and ‘Automation vs Human Labour: Strategies to Avoid Job Shortages’. He brought together leaders from Microsoft, Google Cloud, Intel, and Lufthansa to tackle topics such as ethical AI, workforce adaptation, and data privacy in the digital age. Dan’s engaging style and strategic vision continue to make him a vital voice in conversations around technology, employment, and innovation. Whether exploring how AI reshapes gameplay or how it transforms global labour markets, Dan remains a leading advocate for responsible, inclusive and impactful AI integration.
In July 2024 we sat down virtually with Dan Figueiredo and discussed what businesses can do when looking to implement new emerging technologies like Artificial Intelligence and the importance of promoting diversity and inclusion within the technology industry. Checkout our Exclusive Interviews with Dan Figueiredo on the Champions Speakers YouTube Channel.
Dan Figueiredo's official speaker topics are listed below:
- Artificial Intelligence and Business Transformation
- Responsible and Ethical AI Integration
- AI and the Future of Work: Automation vs Human Labour
- AI in Gaming: NPCs, Environments, and Gameplay Loops
- Data-Driven Innovation and Cloud Strategy
- AI in Public, Private, and Social Sector Impact
- Technology for Social Equity and Inclusion
- Workforce Adaptation in the Age of AI
- Building and Leading High-Impact Tech Ecosystems
- AI Education and Talent Development
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Dan has a great impact on any organisation he works for or with. His ability to fully understand an organisation's needs and translate them into innovative solutions and services means he is held in the highest regard... Overall, it has been an absolute pleasure working with Dan and he would be a great asset to any organisation..." - Greig, Managing Partner, Change Adopt
"Dan's calmness, technical mastery and business strategy acumen make him a popular trusted advisor" - Lucy, Certified Professional Coach, Abundant Thinking
"Dan's ability to harness and coordinate both customer and MSFT resources to deliver real value was impressive. He is data and AI savvy which helped him gain trust..." - Faris, Global Technical Strategy Lead in the Consulting Centre of Excellence, Amazon Web Services (AWS)
"In times of the exponential rise of AI practitioners and experts, Dan stands out as a person who truly and deeply understands the domain. On top of that, he has a great ability to share knowledge and simplify even the most advanced concepts... Additionally, Dan has a great set of interpersonal skills and is simply a person you want to work with and spend time with." - Wiktor, Co-Founder, Innsyte
- 2025 – Speaker & Panel Chair at /function1 Dubai on AI in gaming and automation
- 2024 – Global AI Technology Strategist at Microsoft
- 2023 – Global Technology Strategist on Artificial Intelligence for Microsoft
- 2023 – Senior Judge of the Management Consultancies Association
- 2022 – Member of the Microsoft Gold Club
- 2022 – Global Technology Strategist for Microsoft
- 2022 – Collaborator & Partnership Lead for the Technology Community for Racial Equality
- 2021 – Launched national mentoring community initiative at Microsoft UK
- 2020 – Microsoft Certified Azure AI Engineer Associate
- 2020 – Microsoft Certified Trainer
- 2020 – Azure AI Fundamentals Microsoft Certified
- 2019 – Senior Partner CTO for Microsoft
- 2019 – Judge of the Management Consultancies Association
- 2017 – Technology Strategist on Data & Artificial Intelligence for Microsoft
- 2016 – Managing Business Consultant for Nasstar
- 2013 – Head of Client Services for Cisilion
- 2012 – Service Delivery Manager for One Advanced
- 2011 – Head of Operations for Slivers of Time Ltd
- 2010 – IT Services Delivery Manager for GFM
- 2009 – IT Engineer for Hamptons International
- 2008 – Business Solutions & Product Management Assistant for Hamptons International
- 2006 – Systems & Procedures Analyst for Hamptons International
- 2003 – eNurse Screenings Manager for medibureau
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