Zahra Shah

Zahra Shah is an expert and entrepreneur who has spent her years reframing how businesses integrate AI into their daily practices. Passionate about the many uses of AI as a safe solution-generating tool, she has become a speaker regarded for her ability to convey her extensive AI expertise cleverly and concisely. Recently recognised as one of the Top 100 Influential People in Association with Awards Intelligence 2025, Zahra offers invaluable insights fit for any AI and Frontier Technology event.

Initially, Zahra began her career in Management Consultancy. For over a decade, she accumulated experience within the Financial Services – Capital Markets practice area at Accenture, which saw her assisting global investment banking clients in a wealth of essential areas. During this time, she became well-versed in the usage of AI for digital transformation, strategy management, and high-impact solution generation. From here, Zahra went on to become the Co-Founder and Investor of Seers , which specialises in the development and growth of B2B SAAS based privacy compliance. In particular, she helped to lead the development of the UK’s first – and only – Child Privacy Consent Management Platform.

Zahra has since made waves throughout the artificial intelligence sphere, with many turning to her for dependable advice on how to leverage AI in a helpful and cost-effective way. Her role as NexaQuanta’s Board Advisor is just one example of her integral input. Zahra has transformed her passion into tangible guidance, granting her the ability to educate and inspire any interested in AI and its boundless applications. Additionally, she is proud to serve as an Expert Member of the Technology Advisory Panel at the Information Commissioner’s Office – a position that sees her advising on the nuanced applications of frontier technologies.

However, Zahra is so much more than an AI expert. As the former CEO turned Trustee of the British Pakistan Foundation, Zarah spent three years between 2016-2019 guiding British Pakistanis through their entrepreneurial journeys. Now, she is a figurehead for what British Pakistanis and Muslim women alike can accomplish – an achievement best reflected through her invitation to the late Queen’s Annual Garden Reception in Buckingham Palace. Coming as a direct result of her contribution to the “Grand Trunk Project,” this illustrious opportunity captures Zahra’s selfless dedication to more than just her professional passion. Additionally, Zahra’s position as a Member of the Google for Startups: Female Founders Program 2020 offers a further glimpse into her passion for uplifting women around the world.

Holding an MBA from both the London School of Economics and Political Science, an MSc. Analysis, Design & Management of Information Systems, a Financial Times Non-Executive Director Diploma, and 6 AI and Generative AI certifications from IBM, Zahra Shah is an exemplary speaker who will certainly bring unparalleled insight to your event. Between her nationwide impact on community building efforts between various cultures and her astounding influence in the world of AI and Frontier Technology development, Zahra is sure to share pointers that will undoubtedly shape how you see AI. Book Zahra as a speaker for your event today and see for yourself just how flawless her navigation of the AI landscape is.