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Artificial Intelligence (AI): The world’s top artificial intelligence thought leaders, business moguls, and tech titans help businesses and industries plan for what’s next
Individuals, organizations, and companies are experiencing a seismic shift in our relationship to technology – in which once-heady concepts that seemed like science fiction have become daily headlines and urgent topics of conversation. With the transformative potential of generative AI widely available for personal and business use, leaders with a vision for innovation are scrambling to understand the most relevant use cases for their industry and goals. Amidst the tumultuous climate of concerns about governance, misinformation, and risk – decision-makers are turning to AI experts and policymakers to overcome the challenges and take hold of the profound opportunity at hand.
The Harry Walker Agency represents the world's top Artificial Intelligence thought leaders, business moguls, and tech titans who provide invaluable insight in the rapidly shifting landscape of AI and Chat GPT. Corporate leaders like former CEO & Chairman of Xerox URSULA BURNS, former President, CEO, and Chairman of IBM GINNI ROMETTY, and bestselling author DAVID ROWAN inspire their audiences to seize this incomparable moment and lean into innovation. Renowned internet pioneers like SIR TIM BERNERS-LEE, JIMMY WALES, and the Statesman of AI DE KAI unpack these exceptional tech advancements and speak with clarity on the unique opportunities they present for your business. Global tech executives like PayPal’s President and CEO DAN SCHULMAN, digital entrepreneur and VC investor PHIL LIBIN, tech entrepreneur and VC angel investor MICHAEL MIGNANO, data scientist and tech founder KATICA ROY, and AI expert HP NEWQUIST offer actionable insights about building out a data-backed, high-impact strategy for growth. Miracle on the Hudson Captain and international lecturer Ambassador SULLY SULLENBERGER, tech founder and change agent MIKE MUSE, and algorithm expert CATHY O’NEIL speak to how teams can work with AI to achieve astounding results, while emphasizing our values of ingenuity, courage, and inclusion. Data scientist and Cambridge Analytica whistleblower CHRISTOPHER WYLIE, globally recognized cybersecurity expert MARCUS HUTCHINS, and internationally recognized security analyst KEREN ELAZARI explain AI’s potential risks and how to navigate the complex cybersecurity issues.
If your organization is looking to maximize the potential of AI to upend your status quo, improve your processes and products, and increase growth and revenue, then turn to these AI speakers who bring relevant experience to the conversation to learn how to respond to emerging and disruptive innovation in an intelligent, nuanced, and meaningful way.
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VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING: Chris Wylie's talks help groups around the world take a second look at the impact of their digital engagements and shares mind-bending stories about the power of weaponized algorithms and potential information warfare
CHRIS WYLIE is best known for his role in setting up – and then taking down – the infamous cyber-warfare firm Cambridge Analytica, which leveraged Facebook for nefarious political purposes. Dubbed “a pink-haired, nose-ringed oracle sent from the future,” by The New Yorker and “the millennials’ first great whistleblower," Chris speaks out about the future of technology, cybersecurity, and a well-informed citizenry in the age of a globally connected world. Listed in TIME's "100 Most Influential People in the World", Forbes’ "30 Under 30", Politico's "50 Most Influential People in Politics", and Business Insider’s "100 Coolest People in Tech," Chris' revelations exposing the rampant misuse of data rocked Silicon Valley and forced numerous Fortune 500 companies to overhaul cybersecurity and user privacy practices. His work and words have caused universities, businesses, industries, and governments around the world to take a second look at the importance and impact of digital engagements and analytics. At virtual and in-person events, with brutally honest candor, Chris makes AI understandable, disturbing – and yet somehow- compelling. His mind-bending stories about the power of weaponized algorithms and information warfare have garnered audiences of more than 15,000 people at some of leading global events, including Web Summit, the Royal Institute for International Affairs (‘Chatham House’), the European Commission, and Forbes 30 Under 30. Groups rave, "Christopher was fantastic. We received a ton of positive feedback from attendees!" (Cambridge House International). Chris chronicled the inside story of his work in his bestselling book, Mindf*ck: Cambridge Analytica and the Plot to Break America. Groups looking to glean a real-world understanding of the impact of emerging technologies look to Chris for a raw and honest account of what to do, what to expect, and how to prepare for what's next now.
Speaker Spotlight: Christopher Wylie
Best known for his role in setting up – and then taking down – the cyberwarfare firm Cambridge Analytica, CHRIS WYLIE has been called “a pink-haired, nose-ringed oracle sent from the future,” by The New Yorker and dubbed “the millennials’ first great whistleblower." Listed in TIME's "100 Most Influential People in the World," Forbes’ "30 Under 30", Politico's "50 Most Influential People in Politics", and Business Insider’s "100 Coolest People in Tech," Chris' revelations exposed the rampant misuse of data rocked Silicon Valley and forced numerous Fortune 500 companies to overhaul cybersecurity and user privacy practices. Congress held its first ever hearings on the impact of social media on democracy and Facebook experienced the largest single-day share value drop in American corporate history – twice. Chris chronicled the inside story of his work in his bestselling book, Mindf*ck: Cambridge Analytica and the Plot to Break America.
With brutally honest candor, Chris engages audiences around the world and makes AI understandable, disturbing – and yet somehow compelling. His mind-bending stories about the power of weaponized algorithms and information warfare have garnered audiences of over 15,000 people at some of the leading global events, including Web Summit, the Royal Institute for International Affairs (Chatham House), the European Commission, and Forbes 30 Under 30. When Chris speaks out about the future of technology, governments around the world take note – he has testified before the United States Congress five times, as well as at the parliaments of the European Union, the United Kingdom and Canada. Rave reviews from his engagements include: "Christopher was fantastic. We really enjoyed having him and have received a ton of positive feedback from attendees!" (Cambridge House International)
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The New Yorker calls him “a pink-haired, nose-ringed oracle sent from the future”. Best known for his role in setting up – and then taking down – the cyberwarfare firm Cambridge Analytica, Chris has been listed in TIME 100 Most Influential People in the World, Forbes’ 30 Under 30, Politico ’s 50 Most Influential People in Politics and Business Insider ’s 100 Coolest People in Tech.
Named as “the millennials’ first great whistleblower,” his revelations exposing the rampant misuse of data rocked Silicon Valley and forced numerous Fortune 500 companies to overhaul cybersecurity and user privacy practices. Congress held its first ever hearings on the impact of social media on democracy and Facebook experienced the largest single-day share value drop in American corporate history – twice.
His evidence also exposed the deep links between the Alt-Right and Russian intelligence networks, leading to major ongoing FBI and NCA investigations in the US and UK.
With his neon hair and brutally honest candour, Chris engages audiences around the world and makes AI understandable, disturbing – and yet somehow compelling. His mind-bending stories about the power of weaponised algorithms and information warfare have garnered audiences of over 15,000 people at some of the leading global events, including Web Summit, the Royal Institute for International Affairs (‘Chatham House’), the European Commission and Forbes 30 Under 30.
When Chris speaks out about the future of technology, governments around the world take note – he has testified before the United States Congress five times, as well as at the parliaments of the European Union, United Kingdom and Canada.
Splitting his time between London, New York, LA and Stockholm, Chris is currently the Director of Research for Hennes & Mauritz (‘H&M’), the largest global fashion brand. His work on quantifying fashion style with AI systems is already having a major impact on the fashion sector. A recognised expert in cultural trend forecasting, Chris also writes for the youth culture and fashion magazine Dazed and has been featured in Vogue, GQ, Esquire and PAPER.
In a previous life, Chris worked inside the highest levels of the British government and is a graduate of the London School of Economics.
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