"Laurence has been a major force in building TensorFlow into one of the world's leading AI frameworks... With Laurence as a teacher, great adventure awaits you." - Andrew Ng, Founder, deeplearning.ai
Laurence Moroney has enjoyed a successful career in the technology sector, having recently become a passionate advocate for the increased understanding of artificial intelligence and machine learning. On a mission to educate, inform and inspire the world about AI, Laurence is currently committed to his role as Lead Artificial Intelligence Advocate for Google. Also a dedicated AI Lead for Google, Laurence is determined to increase the adoption of AI across a multitude of sectors – an advocacy that he shares in his speeches as a keynote speaker on artificial intelligence. When hired as a speaker, Laurence delivers insightful conversations on topics such as AI, TensorFlow, machine learning and AI for all.
Having graduated with a BSc in Physics and Computer Science and a PgD in Microelectronics Systems Designs, Laurence was destined for a fruitful career in the technology sector. One of Laurence’s first prominent roles saw him working as a Product Manager for Vicon Industries, with whom he worked for five years before becoming a Senior Architect for Reuters in 2000. Developing an astute understanding of technological advancements and emerging technologies, Laurence later went on to become the Director of Technology Evangelism for Mainsoft. In 2006, Laurence became a Senior Developer Evangelist and Product Manager for Microsoft, again using his credible knowledge of emerging technologies with the internationally renowned business.
In 2013, Laurence left Microsoft to become an AI Lead for Google, before returning to education and achieving a Graduate Certificate in Artificial Intelligence from Stanford University. Armed with new knowledge of artificial intelligence, Laurence was promoted to Staff Developer Advocate for Google in 2013, a role he continues today, and Lead Artificial Intelligence Advocate in 2018. Now using his credible experience to inform and educate audiences as a powerful artificial intelligence speaker, Laurence can also be found scaling millions of students via platforms such as Udacity, Coursera and edX. Laurence is also a bestselling author, having written titles such as AI and Machine Learning for Coders, The Definitive Guide to Firebase, AI and Machine Learning for On-Device Development, The Fourth World, Introducing Windows 7 for Developers and Foundations of WPF. Most recently, in 2023, Laurence became a Member of the Board of Advisors for The AI Summit and a Senior Fellow of the AI Fund, a testament to his commitment in the advancement of artificial intelligence.
When looking for an authoritative speaker on the future of artificial intelligence and machine learning, look no further than Laurence Moroney. With a decorated career with two of the most renowned technology companies, Laurence is widely regarded as an industry-leading authority with astute expertise across the adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning. A seasoned speaker, Laurence has delivered detailed speeches on artificial intelligence to audiences across the globe, having previously spoken for Google Developers, O’Reilly, DotScale and Telegraph Engineering. If you are looking for a speaker with detailed expertise on the future of technology and how you and your company can adopt the use of artificial intelligence, don’t hesitate in hiring Laurence Moroney.
In October 2023 we sat down virtually with Laurence Moroney and discussed the benefits of diversity in AI and how AI will shape work. Watch our Exclusive Interviews with Laurence Moroney.
Books
AI and Machine Learning for Coders: A Programmer's Guide to Artificial Intelligence
AI and Machine Learning for On-Device Development
The Definitive Guide to Firebase: Build Android Apps on Google's Mobile Platform
The Fourth World
The Legend of the Locust
The Million Year Journey
Space Cadets
How to hire Laurence Moroney
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Laurence Moroney's official speaking topics are listed below:
- Artificial Intelligence
- AI for All
- TensorFlow
- Machine Learning
- Machine Learning Training
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"Laurence's speech at Oxford spurred thoughtful reflections on employing AI to progress UN's Sustainable Development Goals. The discussion highlighted actionable solutions, illuminating the private sector's pivotal role in accelerating global sustainable progress." - Sandra, Environmental Equality Lead, Amazon Web Services
"Exploring how Language Model Mathematics (LLMs) can elevate your code is an exciting endeavor, and the partnership with Google, along with instruction from Laurence Moroney, promises a valuable learning experience. Whether it's bug detection or seamless snippet integration, these skills can significantly enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of software development." - Ernesto, Analytics Manager, Accenture
"After I passed the Tensorflow exam I thought that I learned most of the things but this specialisation taught the actual process of making models to solve cutting edge problems, Laurence Moroney was great instructor and broke complex concepts into small easier to learn parts." - Dhruv, Software Developer
"Attended a captivating talk by Google's Laurence Moroney on #AI at Oxford's Sheldonian Theatre, organized by Saïd Business School. Moroney brilliantly demystified AI's present and future, showcasing the thrilling tech transformations ahead. A night of insight and inspiration!" - Reza
"Great talk by Google’s Laurence Moroney in the Sheldonian Theatre at Oxford University." - John, Leonard M. Miller University Professor
"AI for Anyone with is a great primer. Laurence Moroney is really engaging even when it gets technical." - Calvin, Director of Communications
"Laurence Moroney is everything to me especially after this mind-blowing accessibility case of MediaPipe involving working with "multiple ML models and orchestrating them together with additional code. Life-changing ML *products* also need excellent software engineering!" - Bianca, ML Expert & Enthusiast
- 2023 - Member of the Board of Advisors of The AI Summit
- 2023 - Senior Fellow of the AI Fund
- 2018 - Lead Artificial Intelligence Advocate for Google
- 2013 - Staff Developer Advocate for Google
- 2013 - AI Lead for Google
- 2006 - Senior Developer Evangelist & Product Manager for Microsoft
- 2005 - Director of Technology Evangelism for Mainsoft
- 2000 - Senior Architect for Reuters
- 1995 - Product Manager for Vicon Industries