Matthew Blakemore is an internationally recognised AI strategist, keynote speaker and governance expert, best known as the CEO of AI Caramba! and Co-Editor of ISO/IEC 8183, the international standard for the AI data lifecycle. Having delivered more than 250 keynote presentations across over 20 countries, Matthew has become one of the leading voices helping organisations understand the commercial, ethical and strategic implications of artificial intelligence. He works with boards, governments and leadership teams across sectors including banking, energy, retail, broadcasting and development finance, translating complex AI challenges into practical business solutions. Alongside his consultancy work, Matthew is also an award-winning AI filmmaker and songwriter. His unique combination of technical expertise, commercial experience and engaging communication has established him as one of the most sought-after AI speakers on the international conference circuit.
Matthew's career has been built on a strong academic and commercial foundation. He earned a Bachelor's degree in International Business from the University of Hertfordshire before completing postgraduate studies in Artificial Intelligence at the University of Texas. Early roles as a Product Consultant at Soundation and Business & Innovation Consultant at Unifya enabled him to develop expertise across technology, innovation and product development before becoming Chief Executive Officer of Looks Good On Me, a technology company focused on sustainable fashion. Matthew later joined the British Board of Film Classification as Head of Product, where he pioneered an AI-powered content classification system that earned him a US patent. These formative experiences positioned him at the forefront of responsible AI development, combining innovation with practical implementation long before artificial intelligence became a boardroom priority.
Today, Matthew holds a number of influential positions shaping the future of artificial intelligence. As CEO of AI Caramba!, he advises organisations on AI strategy, governance and responsible adoption, helping businesses turn emerging technologies into lasting competitive advantages. He also serves as European Regional Director at Monarrch, Co-Editor of ISO/IEC 8183, Contributor to the EU AI Office's General-Purpose AI Code of Practice, Member of Innovate UK's BridgeAI Advisory Committee, Member of the British Standards Institution AI Standards Committee, and Board Member of the Swedish Chamber of Commerce UK's AI & Data Working Group. His expertise has been showcased at leading events including Web Summit, TEDx, World Summit AI and the AI Summit, while his achievements have been recognised with honours including Top 100 Influential People in the UK 2025, AI Solutions Provider of the Year 2025, Dean's Alumni Partner of the Year 2025, Forty Under 40 UK 2024, and the UK Business Tech Visionary Award 2023. Matthew has also built an impressive creative portfolio, earning more than 20 IMDb credits as an AI filmmaker alongside multiple international songwriting awards.
Matthew is a compelling keynote speaker for organisations seeking clear, practical insight into one of the world's fastest-moving technologies. His presentations combine strategic thinking, real-world case studies and engaging storytelling to help audiences understand how artificial intelligence is transforming business, leadership and society. Matthew covers topics including AI strategy, governance, standards, regulation, copyright, and the future of work, tailoring each keynote to the needs of his audience. His ability to simplify technical concepts without losing depth ensures delegates leave with practical knowledge they can immediately apply within their organisations. Whether speaking to executive boards, government bodies, industry conferences or global summits, Matthew delivers thought-provoking presentations that equip audiences to embrace AI confidently, responsibly and with a clear understanding of the opportunities ahead.
Matthew Blakemore's official speaker topics include:
- AI and Creativity
- AI and the Future of Work
- AI Data Lifecycle & ISO/IEC 8183
- AI Governance, Standards & Regulation
- AI in Business
- AI Policy and the EU AI Act
- AI Strategy
- AI Strategy for Boards and Leadership Teams
- AI, Copyright & Creator Economy
- Digital Transformation
- Responsible AI Adoption
- Storytelling and Innovation
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
"Fascinating talk, with great examples of content Classification using AI. I look forward to catching up and understanding more about these amazing applications of AI." - Richard, Chief Data Officer, Scottish AI Alliance Leadership Group
"He's not only very informative but downright inspiring. Matthew's ability to break down complex concepts into digestible nuggets is impressive, and his passion for the subject is contagious!" - Guillermo, Senior Partnerships Manager, London & Partners
"His in-depth and well-rounded knowledge combined with great industry-led and creative insights make him both a truly compelling speaker and collaborator in the AI space." - Kenneth, Technology Lawyer, Future Impact Summit
"I had the pleasure of collaborating with Matt at World Summit AI 2023 in Amsterdam, and his contributions truly stood out. As the chair of our Deep Dive Tech Talks and moderator for the Fireside Chat on Computer Vision, Matt skillfully guided discussions, ensuring they were both insightful and engaging for everyone involved. His presentation on 'Is your data Oscar-worthy for AI deployment?' was another standout moment, offering a thought-provoking perspective on the crucial role of data in the AI landscape. I wholeheartedly recommend Matt for his expertise, effective moderation, and engaging presentation style. It was a pleasure working alongside him at the conference." - Maisie, Group Director, InspiredMinds
"It was a pleasure to have you on our show Matthew Blakemore. Thanks for providing your valuable insights to our audience." - Vaibhav, Marketing Analyst, Outgrow.co
"Matt has been a keen supporter of our efforts for some time and spoke at our ITS: Localisation event in London in February this year. In his session he previewed a new video age rating solution, which was very well received by our audience. The presentation was excellent, Matt is a very accomplished and engaging public speaker, as well as being highly knowledgeable. We will be maintaining our relationship with Matt and hope he will continue to speak at our events and support the work which MESA is doing across the media and entertainment industry." - Caroline, Director of Member Services, MESA Europe
"Matt skilfully guided discussions, ensuring they were both insightful and engaging for everyone involved. I wholeheartedly recommend Matt for his expertise, effective moderation, and engaging presentation style." - Maisie, Group Director, InspiredMinds!
"Matthew has supported our London & Partners ecosystem on a number of occasions and every time he just delivers every time. He last joined us on a panel discussion on the topic of AI in front of an audience of 110 high growth companies from the Grow London Global programme, where he shared all his expertise on the topic. He's not only very informative but downright inspiring. Matthew's ability to break down complex concepts into digestible nuggets is impressive, and his passion for the subject is contagious! He's also great to work with when it comes to planning the event and content, giving ideas prior to the session and very keen on helping as much as possible to make sure the content is spot on. If you're looking for a speaker who can educate and energise your audience, Matthew is your guy. Highly recommended!" - Guillermo, Senior Partnerships Manager, London & Partners
"Matthew joined us in curating and speaking on our SocietyGPT Panel for the 2023 Future Impact Summit. As well as providing some great insights during discussions, Matthew was very supportive in the lead-up to the event and has been a great collaborator in exploring further projects in the space. His in-depth and well-rounded knowledge combined with great industry-led and creative insights make him both a truly compelling speaker and collaborator in the AI space." - Kenneth, Co-Founder, Future Impact Summit
"Matthew was the Master of Ceremonies at the Swedish Chamber of Commerce for the UK's Tech Forum in 2021 where I was an organiser. It was a hybrid forum on the topic 'Towards an AI enabled future' that brought together business leaders, entrepreneurs, policy makers and academics to meet, learn and discuss. He was brilliant to work with, helpful in project development, and committed and professional in his role both as an MC and as an expert in his area. I highly recommend Matthew for any similar commitments." - Michelle, Management Consult, Ernst & Young
"Thank you for your artful moderating, Matthew! It was a really enjoyable discussion." - Laura, Head of AI Research, Adobe
"The presentation was excellent, Matt is a very accomplished and engaging public speaker, as well as being highly knowledgeable." - Caroline, Director of Member Services, MESA Europe
- 2025 - Named among the Top 100 Influential People in the UK
- 2025 - AI Solutions Provider of the Year (AI Caramba!)
- 2025 - Dean's Alumni Partner of the Year, University of Hertfordshire
- 2024 - Named in Forty Under 40 UK
- 2024 - ISO/IEC 8183 adopted by the European Committee for Standardization (as co-editor/co-author)
- 2023 - Winner of the UK Business Tech Visionary Award
- 2023 - Contributor to the EU AI Office's General-Purpose AI Code of Practice
- 2023 - Joined Innovate UK's BridgeAI Advisory Committee
- 2023 - Awarded US Patent 11,678,015 B1 for AI-powered content classification
- 2023 - Finalist, CogX Global Goals Impact Award
- 2023 - Presented at Web Summit to more than 70,000 attendees
- 2021 - Board Member, Swedish Chamber of Commerce UK
- 2020 - Member, British Standards Institution AI Standards Committee
- 2020 - Head of Product, British Board of Film Classification
- 2015 - Winner, Prince Abdul Aziz International Award for Entrepreneurship
- 2014 - Chief Executive Officer, Looks Good On Me
- 2014 - Business & Innovation Consultant, Unifya
- 2013 - Product Consultant, Soundation
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