AI & Future of Work Keynote Speakers — Canada & USA

AI keynotes have become the most requested — and most uneven — category on the circuit. The speakers below translate technology change into what it means for your people, your customers and your next planning cycle.

Spoken Artists books future-of-work and innovation speakers for corporate conferences, association meetings and leadership retreats in Canada and the United States.

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Practical examples your audience recognises, not hype

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A point of view on people and culture, not only tools

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Content that is current to this year, not a recycled 2023 deck

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Comfort with a mixed audience — executives and front line together

Hand-picked · 12 speakers
John Westworth
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John Westworth

Former Director, Microsoft Garage Vancouver

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada · Artificial Intelligence & AI Adoption · Innovation & Disruption · Future of Work
Mark Daley
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Mark Daley

World’s First University Chief AI Officer, Western University

London, Ontario, Canada · Artificial Intelligence · AI Strategy · AI Governance
Sabrina Sullivan
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Sabrina Sullivan

Futurist & Strategy Advisor on Work, Technology, and Change

North America · Strategic Foresight · Future Of Work · Innovation Strategy
Jennifer Brace
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Jennifer Brace

Futurist on Future of Work, Innovation, and Well-Being

Plymouth, Michigan, USA · Strategic Foresight · Future Of Work · Change Management
Lee Jeyes
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Lee Jeyes

Futurist. Head of Innovation and Change at Waitrose & Partners

London, UK / Toronto, ON. · Innovation Execution · Change Management · Corporate Transformation
Anne Belliveau
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Anne Belliveau

Transformation Strategist. Former Chief Experience Officer, Cirque du Soleil

Montreal, Canada · Customer Experience · Digital Transformation · Change Management
Dr. Keith Keating
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Dr. Keith Keating

Keynote Speaker | Workforce Futurist | Bestselling Author

North America · Future of Work · Learning & Development · Organizational Learning
Avery Swartz
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Avery Swartz

Tech Educator, Bestselling Author & Founder of Camp Tech

Toronto, Canada · AI Adoption · AI Ethics · Digital Marketing
Angela Ahrendts
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Angela Ahrendts

Former SVP, Apple Retail; Former CEO, Burberry; Chair of the Board, Save the Children International

Cupertino, CA — USA · Customer Experience · Retail Transformation · Brand Strategy
Anil Arora
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Anil Arora

Chief Statistician of Canada, Deputy Minister (Ret’d) Adjunct Lecturer, Harvard Kennedy School Board Member, Centre for International Governance

Ottawa, Canada · Digital Government · Data Strategy · Public Sector Modernization
John Weigelt
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John Weigelt

National Technology Officer, Microsoft Canada

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada · Technology Policy · Digital Governance · Innovation Strategy
Dan Breznitz
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Dan Breznitz

Innovation Strategist | Global Policy Advisor | Bestselling Author

Toronto, Canada · Innovation Policy · Economic Development · Industrial Strategy
Planner questions
How much does an AI and future-of-work keynote speaker cost in Canada and the US?+

Fees depend on the speaker, date, format (in person or virtual) and travel. Share your budget and Spoken Artists will shortlist AI and future-of-work speakers who fit it, with exact quotes within one business day.

Who are good Canadian AI and future-of-work keynote speakers?+

Canadian AI and future-of-work keynote speakers represented by Spoken Artists include John Westworth, Mark Daley, Anne Belliveau, Avery Swartz, Anil Arora. Every one offers a free intro call before booking.

Who are good American AI and future-of-work keynote speakers?+

US-based AI and future-of-work keynote speakers represented by Spoken Artists include Jennifer Brace, Angela Ahrendts. All are available for events across the United States and Canada.

Do your speakers travel to the United States?+

Yes. Spoken Artists speakers regularly keynote across Canada and the United States, in person or virtually. Quotes are available in CAD or USD.

How far in advance should I book a keynote speaker?+

Three to six months is ideal; six to nine months for peak dates like January sales kickoffs and fall conference season. Short-notice bookings are often still possible — ask.

Can I meet the speaker before I book?+

Yes. Every speaker on the Spoken Artists roster offers a free introductory Zoom call so you can test chemistry and tailor the keynote before committing.