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Zack Kass

Transform AI strategy with Zack Kass, speaker and AI futurist. Zack works with Fortune 1000 companies to implement practical AI solutions and navigate technological change, delivering expert insights from his leadership experience at OpenAI.

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Zack Kass, Speaker | AI Futurist & Consultant
Zack Kass

Zack Kass

Los Angeles, United States

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$51k–75k

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Zack Kass's biography

At a glance

  • Former Head of Go To Market at OpenAI
  • Has spent over 14 years in the field of AI with companies like Figure Eight and Lilt
  • A leading thinker in Applied AI and advocate for AI's potential to improve lives
Zack Kass is an AI Futurist, keynote speaker, consultant, adjunct professor, and the former Head of Go To Market for OpenAI. With over 14 years of experience in AI, he has led teams at significant companies in the industry. His mission is to engage individuals, businesses, and governments in the AI-driven future by making AI accessible and understandable and assisting leaders in navigating the changing landscape. As Head of Go To Market at OpenAI, Zack led the team that translated OpenAI’s research into practical business solutions. He built the teams responsible for sales, partnerships, and customer success, and advised numerous executives on implementing the technology in their organisations. Zack is regarded as a leading thinker in Applied AI. His insights and optimistic views on technology have appeared in various publications, including Fortune, Newsweek, Entrepreneur, AdAge, and Business Insider. He supports education and research at two major universities and advises Fortune 1,000 boardrooms, including Coca-Cola, Morgan Stanley, and Amgen. Outside the corporate sector, Zack advocates for AI’s potential to improve the human condition and alleviate suffering. He actively promotes the benefits of AI, countering the prevalent media scepticism. To check Zack Kass' availability or enquire about other specialist speakers, contact the PepTalk team.

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Topics, sessions and talks

The Next Renaissance
In his engaging keynote, Zack Kass explores the transformative power of AI, drawing parallels between the historical renaissance and today’s AI revolution. He delves into AI’s evolution, offering insights into its impact on industries and society. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the current AI landscape, its future trajectory, and actionable strategies to harness AI’s potential, ensuring their businesses thrive in an era of rapid technological advancement.
AI: Humanity’s New Dawn
In this keynote, speaker Zack Kass examines the evolution of artificial intelligence and its profound impact on human experience. He delves into the technology's implications for business, culture, and family life, encouraging attendees to rethink their perceptions of the future. Participants will gain insights into how AI is reshaping society and will leave with a fresh perspective on the possibilities that lie ahead.

Why we recommend booking Zack

Book Zack Kass to empower your team with insights from a leading AI expert. His engaging talks demystify AI, making it accessible and actionable. With extensive experience at OpenAI, he equips businesses to thrive in an AI-driven future, ensuring you stay ahead in this rapidly evolving landscape.

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Trusted by Morgan Stanley, Coca-Cola, Deloitte, OpenAI

Testimonials

Zack helped us plan our entire AI strategy. He just gets it.

John

President

The audience loved Zack's speech. Zack was a great keynote speaker and set the bar very high for future events.

Deloitte

Your performance was 1st class. Everyone said it was the best session of the day! It was brilliant.

Jeff

Morgan Stanley

Featured Projects

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Email zack.kass@getapeptalk.com or call PepTalk on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm Zack's availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
What is Zack Kass's speaking style like?
Zack Kass structures his keynotes around a historical parallel framework, drawing comparisons between the Renaissance and the current AI revolution to contextualise AI's trajectory for business audiences. He combines this with applied guidance drawn from his operational experience at OpenAI, where he led the translation of AI research into commercial solutions.
What topics does Zack Kass specialise in?
Zack Kass speaks on AI's historical and societal parallels with the Renaissance, the evolution and business impact of artificial intelligence, and AI's implications for culture, family life, and human experience. He is the former Head of Go To Market at OpenAI, where he built the teams responsible for sales, partnerships, and customer success, and has over 14 years of experience in the AI industry.
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