Like it or loathe it, AI is sweeping multiple sectors and influencing how many people and companies approach work. While artificial intelligence has been around long enough for some people to have grasped or integrated it into their operations, many are still in the dark about its capabilities and the opportunities to be gained from using AI professionally.
JLA offers a fantastic roster of AI speakers adept at illuminating your conference with the knowledge and skill sets to use artificial intelligence to your advantage and that of your business.
With so many conference speakers to choose from, we’ve simplified things by breaking down 10 top AI speakers in no particular order, allowing you to ascertain the right fit for your event’s needs efficiently.
Sourcing the Best AI Speakers with JLA
Professor Michael Wooldridge
Director for AI, Alan Turing Institute
Michael Woolridge is a professor of computer science at Oxford University, the Ashall professor of the Foundations of Artificial Intelligence, and the Director of Foundational AI Research at The Alan Turing Institute.
His impressive background, wealth of knowledge, and experience as an AI researcher for over 30 years make Michael a leading authority on artificial intelligence and technology, even finding the time to author two books, The Ladybird Expert Guide to AI and The Road to Conscious Machines.
Michael’s conference talks can cover all aspects of AI, from introductory elements for newcomers and businesses exploring the introduction of AI to their processes to more advanced topics and theories for companies with experience in the sector.
Rahaf Harfoush
Emerging Technologies, Innovation and Business
Rahaf Harfoush has an impressive résumé, authoring best-selling books, working for the World Economic Forum, and lecturing at the Sciences Po University in Paris.
She is a digital anthropologist, academic, and consultant who explores digital transformation, how artificial intelligence impacts innovation and culture, and the impact of data and digitalisation on the relationship between organisations, employees, and society as a whole.
In her work as a conference speaker, Rahaf dissects tech trends and research into digestible takeaways, sharing her wealth of experience and valuable insights on technology and innovation so that companies can make meaningful, long-lasting changes to organisational processes and company culture.
Dr Stephanie Hare
Technologist & Researcher
Dr Stephanie Hare is an acclaimed researcher, broadcaster, and author focusing on AI and technology, business, and political risk. Her impressive career has spanned everything from tech company strategy to foreign policy research, arming her with a formidable arsenal of tools and insights that can leave audiences with valuable insights and a lasting impression.
No stranger to speaking to the masses, Stephanie regularly contributes and comments for The Financial Times, BBC World News, and Radio 4, among others. In her talks, Stephanie explores everything from AI in HR to consensus in policy-making and spending on cybersecurity and accountability.
She is adept at arming organisations with the knowledge to create and use tools and technologies in company processes and culture. She shares how emerging tech and AI can be positively transformative – and the risks and hazards you should avoid.
Mo Gawdat
Author, Solve for Happy
Mo Gawdat has led some of the world’s most innovative tech projects as Chief Business Officer for Google X, the acclaimed R&D division of the world’s most recognised and widely used search engine. Alongside his impressive CV, Mo has still found the time to write an international best-selling book, Solve for Happy: Engineer Your Path to Joy, which he followed up with Scary Smart and Unstressable.
It was during his time as CBO for Google X that Mo would explore and achieve some monumental leaps of innovation, from artificial intelligence and projects on autonomous vehicles to sustainable energy and providing remote locations with WiFi.
Mo now turns his experience and skills into other pursuits, which include his fascinating conference talks where attendees can hear from a true tech pioneer.
Henry Adjer
Generative AI and Deepfake Expert
Henry Adjer is at the forefront of the AI revolution, having notably presented the hit BBC documentary series, ‘The Future Will be Synthesised’. Henry is also an industry expert on generative AI and deepfakes, an AI expert for CNN, Bloomberg, and The New York Times, and enjoys various advisory roles, including sitting on Meta’s Reality Labs Advisory Council, an Advisor to The Content Authenticity Initiative led by Adobe, and a Strategic Advisor to The Partnership on AI.
This wealth of experience leaves Henry perfectly placed to share his knowledge with conference attendees on the challenges and opportunities that these new technologies present.
Anne-Marie Imafidon
Mathematician & STEM Advocate
Anne-Marie Imafidon enjoyed an impressive academic career, becoming one of the prestigious Oxford University’s youngest-ever master’s graduates. From here, Anne-Marie worked in banking and technology before founding Stemettes. This pioneering social enterprise has helped thousands of women pursue studies and careers in tech, science, engineering and mathematics.
Despite all this impressive work, Anne-Marie is no stranger to talking and commentating on the accessibility and opportunities presented by technology, having regularly worked with the likes of BBC and 20th Century Fox to feature more tech role models on-screen.
Her insightful and entertaining conference talks highlight the importance of diversity and inclusion in the tech sector, plus how artificial intelligence will impact workspaces and workforces in the near future.
Richard Susskind
The Future of the Professions
Richard Susskind is a best-selling author of 11 books, including The Future of the Professions and How To Think About AI: A Guide for the Perplexed, and an expert advisor to international firms and national governments.
With over 40 years of experience writing and commentating on AI since the 1980s, Richard is adept at passionately and intelligently conveying both the threats and opportunities of artificial intelligence to his audience, outlining how AI is a challenging obstacle for businesses and governments in the modern era.
Richard has recently expanded his focus to the impact of AI on the economy and society as a whole, meaning that his conference talks are informative and accessible to many sectors.
Dr Daniel Hulme
AI Entrepreneur and Academic
Dr Daniel Hulme is a leading expert in artificial intelligence and emerging technology, with extensive experience in academia and public and private sectors. His insightful talks break down how AI can be applied professionally, as well as its uses socially, economically, and commercially, as well as all the ethical implications and obstacles that come with it.
Daniel is the CEO of award-winning company Satalia, which provides AI products, services and solutions for global companies and governments, and the founder and CEO of Conscium, the first commercial research organisation in the world looking to understand machine learning and consciousness.
Daniel’s talks explore precisely what artificial intelligence is, what it can achieve and help businesses succeed, and how organisations can alter their structure to accommodate AI.
While our website features an extensive roster of industry-leading AI speakers, our account managers can also arrange conference talks by renowned and respected figures from around the world in the field of artificial intelligence.
Geoffrey Hinton
Nobel Prize for Physics (2024)
Geoffrey Hinton is considered “The Godfather of AI”. He is a celebrated computer scientist, and cognitive psychologist who revolutionised the field of AI through his work on neural network models. Geoffrey also won the Nobel Prize for Physics in 2024, and his outstanding work in the sector makes him a leading authority on the capabilities and drawbacks of artificial intelligence.
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Fei-Fei Li
The Godmother of Artificial Intelligence
Fei-Fei is the co-director of Stanford University Institute for Human-Centered AI, co-founder/CEO of World Labs, and a leading authority on AI, machine learning, deep learning, robotic learning, and ambient intelligence. Her impressive background and natural knack for delivering exceptional, insightful keynotes make her a formidable asset to any AI and Tech-related conference or event.
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Whether you’re looking for an experienced AI expert to explore the complicated ethics, unintended consequences and incredible applications of artificial intelligence or seeking fresh ideas on how to implement new technology into your organisation, JLA’s dedicated team can match you with the ideal speaker and handle every detail, ensuring a seamless, stress-free experience.
Contact us today and start your journey of educating and preparing for a future where artificial intelligence can integrate into and improve your business.