AI & Data Science Speakers for Business Transformation
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AI as business transformation
In today's digital landscape, implementing AI isn't just about technology, it's about transforming how businesses operate, compete, and innovate.
Why execution matters
- CTOs and digital transformation leaders face the challenge of turning AI potential into measurable results.
- Recognising AI's value is easy; executing strategies that deliver ROI is hard.
- Success requires alignment across strategy, data, infrastructure, and governance.
The role of AI data science speakers and machine learning experts
- Bridge the gap between theoretical possibilities and practical implementation.
- Advise on scaling data operations and embedding ML into business processes.
- Provide frameworks, technical guidance, and change-management support to accelerate outcomes.
Practical focus areas for leaders
- Data readiness: pipelines, quality, and observability.
- Model operations: deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
- Business integration: defined KPIs, workflows, and adoption plans.
- Governance: risk assessment, explainability, and compliance.
Expected outcomes when expertise is applied
- Faster time-to-value and measurable business impact.
- Reduced risk of stalled or underperforming AI initiatives.
- Scalable, repeatable ML delivery and stronger cross-functional alignment.
Next steps for CTOs and transformation leaders
- Engage experienced AI practitioners to identify execution gaps.
- Prioritize high-impact use cases with clear metrics.
- Invest in capability building and operational tooling to sustain outcomes.
Top AI & Data Science Speakers
Alison McCauley
Alison McCauley helps leaders move from AI overwhelm to confident, human-centred adoption. A two-time bestselling author and AI keynote speaker, she's advised Fortune 1000 leaders and reached over 100,000 learners worldwide.
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Swan Sit
A former Nike and Revlon executive, Swan Sit helps global brands turn digital strategy into revenue through data-driven storytelling and consumer engagement. She's been named to Brand Innovators' 40 Under 40 and Marketing Woman to Watch.
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Avery Akkineni
Avery Akkineni helps Fortune 500 companies navigate Web3 and AI while building authentic audience engagement, working with clients including Google, Diageo, and PepsiCo. She's been recognised as an Ad Age Web3 Trailblazer and Business Insider AI Thought Leader.
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Zack Kass
A former OpenAI go-to-market lead, Zack Kass now works with Fortune 1000 companies to implement practical AI solutions and navigate technological change. He brings first-hand insight from inside one of AI's most influential companies to every keynote.
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Chris Barton
Chris Barton founded Shazam, a technology now used by over 2 billion people and acquired by Apple. He works with organisations to foster innovation, overcome obstacles, and identify the market gaps that lead to breakthrough solutions.
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Laszlo Bock
Laszlo Bock spent over a decade as Google's SVP of People Operations before founding Humu. He helps organisations transform workplace culture and empower employees, drawing on what he learned building one of the world's most studied people functions.
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James Kanagasooriam
James Kanagasooriam is a polling and data analytics expert best known as the originator of the "Red Wall" concept in UK politics. He helps organisations turn data into strategic advantage, advising major think tanks on data-driven decision-making.
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Alpesh Doshi
Alpesh Doshi helps organisations move from AI experimentation to measurable outcomes. A leading AI keynote speaker and enterprise transformation expert, he works with boards, C-suites, and private equity firms, delivering practical AI strategy and governance frameworks built on 25 years of experience across financial services, insurance, and retail.
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Danilo McGarry
Danilo McGarry helps Fortune 500 companies redesign operating models and build intelligent operations, delivering over $2 billion in measurable outcomes. He's consistently ranked among the Top 20 Most Influential People in AI globally.
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Dr Jana Werner
Dr Jana Werner is one of the world's leading voices on AI transformation and adaptive leadership, guiding Fortune 500 executives through the strategic and cultural complexity of AI adoption. Co-author of the Harvard book The Octopus Organization and Executive in Residence at Amazon Web Services, she's presented at AstraZeneca, Oxford University, and other leading institutions.
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Nikki Greenberg
Nikki Greenberg helps global leaders navigate AI, smart cities, and emerging technology as a futurist keynote speaker and real estate innovation strategist. She's been recognised by ULI, Harvard, and the UN for her work shaping how organisations plan for the future.
Learn more and book Nikki Greenberg →💡 Would you like to bring AI and data science expertise into your next event? Let us know, and we'll find the perfect PepTalk expert for your organisation. Email us at hello@getapeptalk.com or send us a message via the chat. You can also call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US). Remember, it's always a good time to get a PepTalk!
Jamie Vickery
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Jamie is a Senior Client Partner at PepTalk and has been part of the team since day one. With over 11 years of experience at digital agencies like Outside Line and Saatchi London, Jamie knows the ins and outs of client services, storytelling, and communication. Before moving into the agency world, he spent five years with the Spice Girls management team, helping spread their zig-a-zig-ah to fans of all ages. At PepTalk, Jamie specialises in sport speakers (from cricket and rugby to athletics and football), as well as topics around wellbeing, including burnout, stress, mental health, and nutrition. He also has a keen eye for leadership done differently, and for adventurers who bring lessons in resilience, mindset, and goal setting.
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