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Preparing You for Abundant Change
AI strategist Zack Kass is your guide to make sense of today’s paradoxical landscape. Working across industries, Zack shares fresh case studies and insights to help you identify your best AI-powered opportunities.
Key takeaways:
Start reshaping your future with Zack’s focused and fast-moving presentation.
Embark on a journey to experience the transformative power of AI, the most profound leap in the history of technology that has already begun to redefine the future of business and humanity. In his compelling keynote, Zack underscores the parallels between the historical renaissance and the current AI-driven revolution, highlighting how technology is reshaping industries, organizations, the workforce, and our very way of life.
Zack counters the conventional dystopian narrative of AI, sharing a positive vision of the future that offers the potential for game-changing innovation, opportunity, and human potential. He demystifies the latest technological advancements, offering a clear understanding of AI’s unique power, its trajectory and profound implications for both businesses and individuals.
This talk will leave your organization inspired and equipped with insights and actionable strategies to harness AI’s potential, positioning you to thrive amidst rapid advancements.
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Charting AI’s Journey Into the Future
From its humble start to its future potential, AI is about to disrupt everything
we know about business, forever.
AI strategist Zack Kass shares the roadmap you need to understand AI’s trajectory and its implications.
Key takeaways include demystifying AI, frontline lessons from AI implementation, and integrating AI into your workforce for resilience.
Zack Kass is a globally recognized futurist, keynote speaker, consultant, and educator, dedicated to helping organizations and individuals navigate the dynamic intersection of technology, innovation, and human potential. With a career that spans leadership roles in artificial intelligence and a passion for empowering others through education, Zack is a trusted voice in the conversation about […]
Zack Kass is a globally recognized futurist, keynote speaker, consultant, and educator, dedicated to helping organizations and individuals navigate the dynamic intersection of technology, innovation, and human potential. With a career that spans leadership roles in artificial intelligence and a passion for empowering others through education, Zack is a trusted voice in the conversation about what the future holds and how to prepare for it.
As the former Head of Go-To-Market for OpenAI, Zack Kass was at the forefront of one of the world’s most transformative AI organizations. During his time at OpenAI, he helped bring cutting-edge AI technologies to market, bridging the gap between innovation and real-world applications. His leadership in launching AI products provided him with unparalleled insights into the opportunities and challenges posed by artificial intelligence, from business adoption to ethical considerations.
His work has positioned him as an authority in leveraging AI for organizational success. He continues to explore how emerging technologies can enhance productivity, drive innovation, and shape the future of industries across the globe.
Zack is a sought-after keynote speaker who has captivated audiences at conferences, corporate events, and industry gatherings. His presentations are a compelling blend of deep technical knowledge, future-forward thinking, and relatable storytelling.
From exploring the societal implications of artificial intelligence to forecasting trends that will redefine the future of work, Zack’s keynotes leave audiences inspired and equipped with actionable insights. Whether addressing C-suite executives, tech leaders, or academic audiences, Zack has a unique ability to simplify complex concepts and make them accessible, engaging, and thought-provoking.
As a consultant, Zack works closely with organizations to help them harness the power of AI and emerging technologies. His expertise lies in developing strategies that not only address immediate business challenges but also prepare organizations to thrive in the long term.
By identifying untapped opportunities and mitigating risks, Zack enables businesses to innovate responsibly and strategically. His experience spans a wide range of industries, making him a versatile and highly effective advisor.
Combining academic rigor with practical insights, Zack empowers his students to think critically about technology, leadership, and innovation. His teaching reflects his commitment to shaping a future workforce that is both skilled and ethically aware.
Zack’s thought leadership extends beyond the stage and the classroom. He is deeply engaged in exploring how technologies like artificial intelligence, machine learning, and automation will impact the way we live, work, and interact.
Through his writings, podcasts, and public appearances, Zack advocates for a balanced approach to technological progress—one that maximizes benefits while addressing societal challenges. His perspective is grounded in the belief that technology should serve humanity, not the other way around.
Organizations, event planners, and individuals turn to Zack for his rare combination of technical expertise, strategic insight, and engaging communication. His ability to forecast trends, articulate complex ideas, and inspire action makes him a trusted partner for those navigating the future of work and technology.
Whether you’re looking for a dynamic keynote speaker, a strategic consultant, or a knowledgeable educator, Zack Kass is the voice that will help you understand and embrace what’s next.
Today, he is considered one of the foremost thinkers in Applied AI. His thought leadership and techno-optimist views have been featured in countless publications, such as Fortune, Newsweek, Entrepreneur, AdAge, and Business Insider. Zack supports education and research at two major universities, and still advises Fortune 1,000 board rooms, including Coca-Cola, Morgan Stanley, and Amgen.
He continues to advise Fortune 1000 board rooms, including Coca-Cola, Morgan Stanley, and Amgen. He is also an Executive-in-Residence at the University of Virginia’s McIntire School of Commerce and Chair of Ruder Finn’s AI Advisory Council.
Zack received his BA from The University of California, Berkeley, and resides in Santa Barbara, California.
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