Dag Kittlaus: AI Technology
AI keynote speaker, Siri co-founder, and tech entrepreneur Dag Kittlaus helps organizations understand artificial intelligence, voice technology, and the future of human-machine interaction and innovation.
Quick Facts:
- Co-founder and CEO of Siri
- Led Siri acquisition by Apple
- Co-founder of Viv, acquired by Samsung
- Leader in AI, machine learning, and voice technology
- Formats: Keynote Speaker and AI Technology Innovator
- Audiences: Business leaders, technologists, innovators, and organizations exploring AI, automation, and digital transformation
- Outcomes:
- Understand the evolution and future of artificial intelligence
- Apply AI strategies to enhance products and customer experiences
- Gain insight into human-machine interaction and innovation
- Travels from: Chicago, IL
- **Fee range: On Request
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Keynote Topics:
Possible Topics
- Artificial Intelligence: Past, Present, Future
- Marketing: building billion dollar brands
- Entrepreneurship/Strategy: designing and executing scalable brands for worldwide distribution
Talent Short Bio
Dag Kittlaus is a pioneering artificial intelligence entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and co-founder of Siri, the groundbreaking digital assistant that transformed how people interact with technology. As CEO of Siri Inc., he helped bring voice-enabled AI into the mainstream before its acquisition by Apple in 2010, where it became one of the most widely used virtual assistants in the world.
Continuing his innovation journey, Dag co-founded Viv, an advanced AI platform later acquired by Samsung, further advancing the evolution of intelligent, conversational systems. His work has consistently pushed the boundaries of artificial intelligence, natural language processing, and human-computer interaction.
With leadership experience across major global technology companies including Motorola, Apple, and Samsung, Dag brings a rare combination of technical depth and business strategy. His expertise spans machine learning, AI commercialization, and the future of automation in both consumer and enterprise environments.
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