Erica Farmer is the co-founder of the Quantum Rise Talent Group and a passionate professional speaker. With over 25 years of experience across sectors, including learning, development and apprenticeships, she has worked with well-known brands such as British Gas, Virgin, Specsavers and LV=. As a finalist in the 2025 Speaker Awards, Erica specialises in AI and future skills, delivering thought-provoking insights through her keynotes at conferences, corporate events, and industry panels.
After obtaining a Bachelor of Applied Sciences from the University of Gloucestershire, Erica held senior leadership roles in customer service, operations, and learning and development, such as the Head of Learning at The Mission Group. In 2019, she founded her first venture, Welcome Two Learning Ltd, where she provided the support needed for virtual learning. After 18 successful months, she partnered with Quantum Rise to create Quantum Rise Talent Group.
In 2022, Erica further developed her flourishing platform by creating EricaFarmer.ai, where she provides engaging keynotes to build audiences' confidence and competence in AI and future skills. Within this, she has delivered speeches for top clients including LinkedIn, Biffa, The NHS and SLCC. Additionally, she works as a LinkedIn Learning Instructor and an advisory board member of the AI in Work and Skills Forum, drawing on her expertise to deliver engaging, accessible learning modules that foster AI innovation across industries.
Erica is passionate about providing opportunities in business, such as through her podcast ‘AI for the Average Joe’, where she makes the complexity of artificial intelligence understandable. Additionally, Erica is currently authoring her first book, ‘AI for People Professionals’, aiming to demystify AI. Her TEDx talk ‘Reforming Education Through the Digital First Mindset’ inspires professionals’ systems to evolve with technology and enhance the future of work. Erica has the rare ability to translate complex topics such as AI, hybrid leadership, and digital transformation into practical insights that leave audiences with actionable strategies.
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
"We invited Erica to deliver the "Al for the Average Joe" session. Like most businesses, we are on a Journey with Al and keen to develop our understanding of the potential impact and opportunities Al presents across all areas of our day-to-day roles. Erica delivered a keynote speech in the morning and a hands-on interactive session in the afternoon playing with ChatGPT and she went down a storm with the team. Thanks, Erica for an engaging, insightful and fun day. Thoroughly recommend this session to any organisation as part of their Al journey." - Paul, Head of Learning at Biffa
"I met Erica at an L&D event and was impressed by her warmth and down-to- earth approach. I booked her for a keynote speech and workshop on Al as part of an emerging leadership conference. Her content was practical and engaging, her style upbeat and often amusing. I would highly recommend Erica if you're looking to engage staff in conversations about Al and the related skills at your organisation." - Alexandra, Global Head of Learning and Development, lon Group
"Erica is a very easy listening professional speaker, with an added fizz of energy and enthusiasm for creative disruption; disruption of thought and perception for what is possible in the use of Al and digital technology in the delivery of higher technical and professional skills programmes including higher and degree apprenticeships." - Dr. Mandy, Chief Executive, University Vocational Awards Council (UVAC)
"'Refreshing, talks the talk and walks the walk, inspirational, has high impact and best talk of the week' are all phrases used to describe the speaking event delivered by Erica to our organisation." - Emma, Development Manager, League Football Education England
"Erica is Informative, thought provoking and her ability to engage with the audience is second to none. Her presentations captures the audience attention from the go. I would recommend Erica for any speaking opportunities that might arise." - Lindsay, CEO, The Apprenticeship Group and Conference
- 2025 - Finalist at the Speaker Awards in the category of 'Best AI and Future Tech' speaker
- 2025 - Authoring 'AI for People Professionals'
- 2022 - Created EricaFarmer.ai
- 2022 - Became a LinkedIn Learning Instructor and Course Author
- 2021 - Co-founded Quantum Rise Talent Group
- 2019 - Founded Welcome Two Learning Ltd
- 2019 - Partner Development Manager at Specsavers
- 2018 - Head of Talent, Leadership Development and Apprenticeships at Virgin Care
- 2018 - Head of Learning at The Mission Group
- 2015 - Apprenticeship Lead and Trailblazer Chair at Centrica
- 2014 - Apprenticeship and Work Based Learning Area Manager at HIT Training
- 2010 - Life and Pensions Training Manager at LV=
- 2009 - Learning and Development Trainer Facilitator at Working Links
- 2008 - Training and Client Relationship Manager at BPA Quality UK
How to hire Erica Farmer
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