--- title: "AI Speaker and Keynote Presenter | Ciaran Connolly" description: "Book Ciaran Connolly as an AI keynote speaker for conferences and corporate events. Practical talks on AI adoption, SEO, and digital strategy." url: "https://www.ciaranconnolly.com/ai-speaker" language: "en" --- # AI Keynotes & Talks That Actually Change How People Think Practical AI insights your audience can use on Monday morning. Not hype. Not theory. Real strategy for real business. Want background reading? Start with my [AI for business guide](/ai-for-business). [Book Ciaran](/contact) ## Not Your Typical AI Talk No jargon. No dystopian fear-mongering. No slides full of ChatGPT screenshots. Just practical AI strategy your audience can use on Monday morning. Curated Talk Topics ## Your Event Programme Six core talks, fully customisable. Every presentation is tailored to your audience, industry, and skill level. 01 ### AI for Business: Where to Start A practical introduction for teams that know they should be using AI but haven't figured out where it fits. Covers the tools worth trying, the ones to avoid, and how to build a 90-day adoption plan. Best for: Leadership teams 45 mins 02 ### ChatGPT, Copilots & the New Workflow Live demos showing how AI copilots change day-to-day work. From content creation to data analysis, customer service to internal documentation. Best for: All teams 60 mins 03 ### AI & SEO: What's Actually Changing Google's AI Overviews, entity-based search, and the death of thin content. What businesses need to know about how search is shifting right now. Best for: Marketing teams 45 mins 04 ### AI Strategy for SMEs Small and medium businesses don't need a Chief AI Officer. They need a clear, affordable plan. This talk covers AI tools that punch above their weight for smaller teams. Best for: SME leaders 50 mins 05 ### AI Video & Content Production How AI is changing video production, scriptwriting, editing, and distribution. Drawing on experience producing thousands of videos and running YouTube channels. Best for: Content teams 45 mins 06 ### Digital Transformation with AI For organisations going through digital change, how AI accelerates transformation, where it creates risk, and how to bring staff along rather than leaving them behind. Best for: Enterprise teams 60 mins ## Speaking Formats Choose what works for your event 45-60 min ### Conference Keynote High-energy, visual, built for large audiences \(50-500+\). Includes live AI demos that engage the room. Half-Full Day ### Workshop / Training Hands-on, interactive. Teams leave with skills, not just inspiration. Everyone brings a laptop. 30-45 min ### Panel / Fireside Chat I bring opinions and real examples, not corporate waffle. Flexible format for your event flow. ## What Event Organisers Say " Ciaran doesn't just talk about AI—he shows what it actually does. Our team left with real prompts they could use the next day. Best investment we made in professional development this year. Sarah O'Brien Belfast Chamber of Commerce " No jargon, no hype. Ciaran nailed the balance between strategic thinking and practical tools. Highly recommend for any organisation trying to figure out their AI story. Michael Walsh Enterprise Ireland ## Spoken at events across the UK & Ireland 50+ talks delivered. 400+ team members trained. Tourism NI Belfast Chamber of Commerce Enterprise Ireland InterTradeIreland Local Enterprise Offices NI Chamber Belfast City Council Libraries NI Ulster University Watch Ciaran speak about AI for business 3 min highlight reel ## How to Book From conversation to keynote in three simple steps 1 ### Get in Touch Tell me about your event, audience size, industry, and what you want people to walk away knowing. 2 ### Custom Talk No recycled slides. Every presentation is tailored with live demos, industry examples, and practical takeaways. 3 ### Deliver & Follow Up I deliver in person or virtual, share slides and resources, and offer follow-up training if your team wants to go deeper. ## Frequently Asked Questions How much does it cost to book you? Speaking fees vary based on event size, location, and format. Conference keynotes, half-day workshops, and panel appearances have different rates. Get in touch with details about your event and I'll provide a quote. Can you do virtual talks? Yes, absolutely. I'm fully set up for remote delivery with professional audio, lighting, and screen sharing. Virtual talks work great for international audiences and hybrid events. How much notice do you need? Ideally 6-8 weeks so I can tailor the talk properly. However, for the right event, I can work with shorter timelines. Get in touch and we'll figure it out. Do you offer follow-up training? Yes. After a keynote, I can deliver follow-up workshops or coaching sessions with your team to go deeper into specific tools and strategies relevant to your business. What if my industry isn't listed? All the topics above are customisable. Tell me about your industry and what your audience needs, and I'll tailor the talk to fit. That's how I work. ## AI for Your Organisation My AI for business guide is a free resource covering how AI is changing every industry, which tools matter, and how to get started without wasting money. [Read the AI for Business Guide →](/ai-for-business) ## Related Services ### [AI Training Workshops Train your whole team on AI ](/ai-training) ### [AI Coaching 1-on-1 AI guidance for leaders ](/ai-coaching) ### [Digital Strategy Connect AI to business goals ](/digital-strategy-consulting) ### [Content Strategy Build a content engine ](/content-strategy) ## Ready to bring AI to your next event? Whether it's a 200-person conference or a 20-person leadership team, I'll build a talk that resonates. Let's make it happen. [Book Your Event](/contact) [AI Training for Teams](/ai-training) [AI Coaching](/ai-coaching) [Digital Strategy](/digital-strategy-consulting) [Get in Touch](/contact)