Alex Goryachev AI Innovation Expert; Former GM of Global Innovation Centers at Cisco; WSJ Best-Selling Author

As we move towards a more technology-driven world, AI is set to become one of the most important technological advancements of our time. But with this rapid technological evolution comes uncertainty and concern.

How will AI impact our jobs, our lives, and our world?

In this keynote, we will dive into the future of AI and explore how organizations can embrace innovation while staying ahead of the curve. We'll discuss the implications of AI on business operations and provide practical insights on how to prepare for the future of work in the age of AI.

Get ready to learn how to harness the power of AI without losing your mind (or job)!

 AI truly the harbinger of mass unemployment, or does it hold the potential to create new opportunities and redefine work in ways we can't yet fathom? Will AI revolutionize the workforce and make us all redundant in the process? In this awe-inspiring keynote, we'll explore how AI is disrupting industries faster than you can say "unemployment." Will we witness the rise of the machines and bid farewell to mundane tasks, because apparently, as many say, we're all just one algorithm away from being replaced by a robot?

Regardless of the outcome, preparing for the future of work requires a proactive mindset and practical insights. Join us as we unravel the complexities of AI and automation, providing valuable guidance on how organizations can navigate this evolving landscape. Learn how to harness the power of AI without succumbing to fear or losing your sanity, team and departmental budget, and discover strategies to thrive in a technology-driven world.

During this engaging keynote, we will unveil real-world examples of organizations that have successfully integrated AI into their operations, driving efficiency, productivity, and innovation. By examining these case studies, we will distill actionable lessons that can be applied to your own organization, ensuring that you are well-prepared to adapt and thrive in an AI-driven future.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain the knowledge and insights needed to embrace the future of work in the age of AI. Whether you are a business leader, a manager, or an employee seeking to understand the implications of AI on your organization and personal career, this keynote will equip you with the tools to navigate the changing landscape, seize the opportunities presented by AI, and chart a course towards a successful and fulfilling future. Get ready to step confidently into the era of AI-powered innovation!

As we look to the future, it's clear that emerging technologies will play a central role in shaping our world. From Artificial Intelligence to the Internet of Things, these disruptive technologies are transforming the way we live, work, play and learn.

During this keynote, attendees will explore the latest innovations and their impact on society, as well as gain insights into how businesses can prepare for the next decade of change.

With a focus on practical strategies and real-world examples, this keynote will provide a roadmap for navigating the ever-evolving landscape of innovation.

In a world where Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming an increasingly important topic for businesses, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. Many companies are bombarded with buzzwords and hype, making it difficult to know how to approach AI in a practical and effective way.

That's where our workshop comes in. With a no-nonsense approach, we'll cut through the noise and provide you with the knowledge and tools needed to understand and leverage AI for your business.

From identifying AI use cases to developing an AI strategy and implementation plan, we'll help you navigate the complexities of AI and set your organization up for success.

Thanks to a younger generations’ increasing focus on greater purpose in their work besides income, social and environmental concerns have come to play a pivotal role in business. Thanks to globalization and hyper-connectivity, the environments in which many organizations exist have shifted from local to regional to global, meaning that their products and services, as well as actions and values, can now affect people all over the world.

While many of us are living in smart houses, with amenities like connected irrigation systems, and are sending off cotton swabs of DNA to learn about our personal genomics, almost half of the world has yet to get connected to the internet. One third of the world population lacks access to clean water and half of the world population doesn’t have access to basic healthcare.

We all have a responsibility to improve the living conditions for people everywhere. Such improvement can only happen through innovation and economic opportunity.

We will explore United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and look the ways organizations can take action and what pressing topics will be ahead of us over next 10 years. After all, organizations that are leading this change by investing in making the world a better place end up benefiting more than just their shareholders—they benefit everyone.

Are you tired of hearing the same old AI buzzwords without any practical applications? Are you tired of hearing about AI as if it's some magical cure-all that will solve all your problems? You're not alone.

The truth is, AI can be an incredibly powerful tool, but only if you know how to use it effectively.

You’ll play with AI and will learn how AII really works, what its potential is, and provide you with practical applications for non-technical professionals.

By the end of the workshop, you'll have a solid understanding of AI and be ready to implement it in your career, business and organization.

Just like the Internet, not all innovative ideas are born inside the boardroom. For innovation to succeed in your organization, you need to tap into the entire ecosystem. That means partnering and co-innovation with customers, suppliers, academia, communities, nonprofits and more. 

Yet, there's a tendency to remain insular out of ego and fear, which causes organizations to miss out on the major benefits they would otherwise received when working with the entire ecosystem.

Drawn from personal experience, we will discuss the value that non-traditional ecosystem partnerships can bring to your organization: from employee development, to brand value, from community relationships, to new product introduction and revenue acceleration. We look at case studies around the world to pinpoint the value co-innovation across different organization and verticals.

Most importantly, we will have a blueprint for identifying and creating win-win relationship with others that opens opportunities and creates new measurable value for everyone involved. 

Scott Adams, the creator of Dilbert comics famously said that “Large corporations welcome innovation and individualism in the same way the dinosaurs welcomed large meteors.” Is that really true in the age where “culture eats strategy”? No matter if our organization is big or small, it’s up to middle managers and leaders to ensure that our teams survive and thrive, and our companies succeed. 

In this session, we will explore implications that the accelerated pace of innovation has on our employees and customers. We will look at case studies from iconic business that failed and those that succeeded. This session with provide you with that you can leverage to build and execute balanced innovation strategy that delivers clear and measurable results.

Regretfully, innovation is on track to become one of the most overused and meaningless buzzwords of the decade. It’s the thing that every leader demands, yet many don't understand why they need it in their organization, or even what it is. Despite the real need to make our businesses more competitive, efficient and our forward looking, many organizations, maintain the status quo by "celebrating" innovation, instead of truly welcoming it. 

Innovation is not about luck, it isn’t a thing, it’s a mindset and attitude made up of clear principles. By working with organizations around the globes - from enterprises, to startups, nonprofits, and cities, I've developed clear principles that can transform any organization into innovation machine.

In this session, we will take pragmatic approach and look at the principles that make true transformation successful. Together we will challenge meaningless buzzwords, vague “methodologies” and fake innovation projects that waste money, confuse customers, and often make best employees leave.  We will look at case studies that showcase the replicable practices that separate those who perish from those who thrive. As a result, you will be equipped with pragmatic steps that you can take to make your organization more competitive, regardless of function or industry