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Top AI and Future-of-Work Keynote Speakers for 2027

Almost every agenda for 2027 has an AI slot, and most audiences have already sat through the version that is either hype or fear. What they need now is someone who can explain what AI realistically changes in their work, what it does not, and how to lead people through it.

The top AI and future-of-work keynote speakers for 2027 are Jon Krohn, Jay Kiew, Simon Luthi, Jared Lander, Ramy Nassar, Ryan Vet, Andrea Brown, Mike Evans, Eric Termuende, Cathy Christen, Simoriah Stogner and Erica Dhawan. Some build with AI hands-on; others focus on the people and leadership side of the change.

The AI and future-of-work keynote speakers below range from hands-on data scientists to former Fortune 100 executives and generational futurists. All of them are on the Amplify Speakers roster and available for 2027 events.

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The Speakers

1Jon Krohn - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
1. Jon Krohn
Dr. Jon Krohn is the bestselling author of Deep Learning Illustrated, host of the SuperDataScience podcast and CEO of Y Carrot, which develops AI software for enterprises. He is a practitioner rather than a commentator, which matters when the technical people in the room start asking questions.
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2Jay Kiew - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
2. Jay Kiew
Jay Kiew is the #1 bestselling author of Change Fluency and has created more than $2 billion in transformation impact across 400+ organizations. A Project Management Institute Future50 honoree, he helps teams navigate uncertainty, and his profile points planners to his AI session in particular.
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3Simon Luthi - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
3. Simon Luthi
Simon Luthi is a former Fortune 100 Chief Strategy Officer at JPMorgan Chase and American Express who helped scale Chase Travel from $2 billion to $10 billion. Now the creator of Transmutation Design™, he blends neuroscience and leadership to help executives stay healthy, sharp and effective in the AI era.
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4Jared Lander - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
4. Jared Lander
Jared Lander is Chief Data Scientist of Lander Analytics, an Adjunct Professor at Columbia Business School and a Visiting Lecturer at Princeton. The author of R for Everyone also organizes the New York and Government Data Science & AI Conferences, so he brings real data science depth to the stage.
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5Ramy Nassar - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
5. Ramy Nassar
Ramy Nassar is the former Head of Innovation at Mattel, where he built the company's first innovation lab and contributed to the production team for the Barbie movie. The author of The World After AI was ranked #2 on Futurist.com's 30 Best AI Keynote Speakers and still builds enterprise AI agents hands-on.
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6Ryan Vet - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
6. Ryan Vet
Ryan Vet is a generational futurist and two-time USA TODAY bestselling author who has been building with AI since 2010 and founded four AI-driven startups. With more than 1,000 live presentations and membership in the NSA Million Dollar Speakers Group, he connects AI to how each generation works and leads.
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7Andrea Brown - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
7. Andrea Brown
Andrea Brown is a business and AI strategist, founder of Frequency 110 and author of A Business That Works for You. Her approach is problem-first: she helps founders and executives sort out what AI can realistically do for their business right now and build a plan around it instead of chasing tools.
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8Mike Evans - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
8. Mike Evans
Mike Evans has been tracking the forces reshaping work since 1995 and argues that AI never arrives alone. The author of Distinct or Extinct and a former executive at Kotter International and FranklinCovey created the 7-Sided Pincer Movement framework, and 34 of the Fortune 50 are clients.
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9Eric Termuende - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
9. Eric Termuende
Eric Termuende is co-founder of NoW of Work and the bestselling author of Rethink Work. His research into the DNA of top-performing workplaces has informed work with Amazon, Coca-Cola, IBM, Zoom and Toyota, and he focuses on trust, connection and high-performing teams in the evolving world of work.
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10Cathy Christen - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
10. Cathy Christen
Cathy Christen is a culture architect, two-time bestselling author of The SCALE Advantage and founder and CEO of Elevated You. Her premise is simple: technology can scale your output, but only leadership can scale your people, and she helps leaders build the trust and alignment teams need through AI change.
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11Simoriah Stogner - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
11. Simoriah Stogner
Simoriah Stogner is a TEDx speaker and technology executive with 20 years in enterprise infrastructure, cybersecurity, AI and operational transformation, and she was named 2023 IT Person of the Year by the Springfield Technology Council. Her sessions on practical AI adoption and talent beyond credentials speak to HR and workforce leaders.
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12Erica Dhawan - AI & Future of Work Keynote Speaker
12. Erica Dhawan
Erica Dhawan is the Wall Street Journal bestselling author of Digital Body Language and was named the "Oprah of Management Thinkers" by Thinkers50. She shows organizations how to build trust across any distance and create authentic engagement that keeps them competitive in the age of AI.
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How to Choose an AI or Future-of-Work Keynote Speaker

Decide whether you need a technologist or a translator. Technical audiences want a practitioner who builds with AI, like Jon Krohn, Jared Lander or Ramy Nassar. General business audiences usually get more from a translator who makes AI practical, like Andrea Brown or Mike Evans.

Do not forget the people side. Much of the real work of AI adoption is change management, trust and skills. Speakers like Jay Kiew, Cathy Christen and Erica Dhawan focus on how leaders bring their teams through the change.

Ask how current the content is. AI moves fast. Ask finalists how they keep their material up to date and how they will tailor examples to your industry, so the session reflects what your audience is actually facing.

Pair the keynote with something hands-on. A workshop or breakout after an AI keynote helps people try what they heard. For more on matching a speaker to the room, see how to write a keynote speaker brief.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who are the top AI and future-of-work keynote speakers for 2027?

The top AI and future-of-work keynote speakers on the Amplify Speakers roster for 2027 include Jon Krohn, Jay Kiew, Simon Luthi, Jared Lander, Ramy Nassar, Ryan Vet, Andrea Brown, Mike Evans, Eric Termuende, Cathy Christen, Simoriah Stogner and Erica Dhawan.

What should an AI keynote cover for a non-technical audience?

For non-technical audiences, the strongest AI keynotes explain what AI can realistically do today, where it falls short, and how leaders and teams can adopt it responsibly. Speakers such as Andrea Brown, Mike Evans and Cathy Christen focus on the practical and people side of AI.

Can an AI keynote be customized to my industry?

Yes. Most AI speakers on the Amplify roster tailor examples to the audience, whether that is healthcare, financial services, manufacturing or associations. Share your industry and goals when you inquire and we will match you accordingly.

How do I book an AI keynote speaker through Amplify Speakers?

Contact Amplify Speakers with your event date, audience, technical level and budget. We confirm availability, send a matched shortlist of AI and future-of-work speakers and manage the booking through event day.

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Book an AI Keynote Speaker for 2027

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