Speaking & Media

Speaking, Teaching, & Sharing Insights on AI Transformation

From conference keynotes to intimate workshops, I'm passionate about helping leaders navigate the AI revolution.

Pierre Placide speaking at conference

Speaking Engagements

TechForward Conference
KEYNOTE March 2026 | Austin, TX

TechForward Conference 2026

"Building Custom AI Agents That Actually Deliver ROI"

Keynote for 300+ technology leaders exploring practical AI implementation strategies.

Key Insights Shared:

  • • Why 80% of AI projects fail (and the 3 success factors)
  • • Live demo: Building a customer service agent in 15 minutes
AI World Summit
WORKSHOP January 2026 | Miami, FL

AI World Summit

"Multi-Agent Workflow Design Masterclass"

Half-day hands-on workshop for 80+ technical leaders on advanced agent architectures.

Key Insights Shared:

  • • Designing agent orchestration patterns
  • • Real-world implementation case studies

Podcast Appearances

The AI Business Podcast

Episode 47

"From Strategy to Super Agents: Transforming Business with Genspark"

January 2026

We discussed:

  • • How custom super agents differ from ChatGPT
  • • Real ROI metrics from client implementations
  • • The future of AI consulting in 2026

Business Strategy Hour

Episode 123

"The 7-Phase Methodology for AI Transformation"

December 2025

We discussed:

  • • Breaking down transformation into manageable phases
  • • Getting executive buy-in for AI projects
  • • Measuring and proving ROI

Tech Consulting Today

Episode 89

"Building an AI Consulting Practice from Scratch"

November 2025

We discussed:

  • • My journey from strategy consulting to AI
  • • How to price AI consulting services
  • • Finding and nurturing ideal clients

Media Mentions & Features

TechCrunch Forbes VentureBeat Entrepreneur
Forbes | December 2025

"The Future of AI Consulting: 10 Leaders to Watch in 2026"

"Pierre Placide is pioneering a new approach to AI implementation, combining strategic business acumen with deep technical Genspark expertise. His custom super agent methodology is setting a new standard for ROI-focused transformation."
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TechCrunch | November 2025

"How Small Businesses Are Winning with Custom AI Agents"

"My mission is simple: democratize strategic transformation. Make it accessible to businesses that can't afford $500K consulting engagements."
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Topics I Speak On

Bring these insights to your organization or event

The AI Transformation Roadmap

Keynote (45-60 min) or Workshop (half-day)

For CEOs, Business Leaders, Strategy Teams

Key Takeaways:

  • The 7-phase methodology for successful AI implementation
  • How to calculate and maximize AI ROI
  • Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
  • Case studies demonstrating measurable transformation
Can be tailored to specific industries

Custom Super Agents: Beyond ChatGPT

Workshop (2-4 hours) with hands-on demos

For Technical Leaders, Product Teams, Operations Managers

Key Takeaways:

  • Genspark platform deep dive
  • Multi-agent workflow design
  • Prompt engineering best practices
  • Live builds and Q&A
Can include your team's specific use cases

Building an AI Consulting Practice

Masterclass (half-day to full-day)

For Consultants, Agencies, Service Providers

Key Takeaways:

  • Service packaging & pricing strategies
  • Client discovery & scoping frameworks
  • Delivery methodologies that scale
  • Differentiation in a crowded market
Industry-specific or general consulting focus

AI Ethics & Responsible Automation

Panel, Keynote, or Interactive Discussion (45-90 min)

For Leadership Teams, Compliance, HR

Key Takeaways:

  • Ethical frameworks for AI deployment
  • Balancing automation with human roles
  • Regulatory considerations
  • Building stakeholder trust
Organization-specific policies and concerns

Let's Bring AI Transformation Insights to Your Audience

I'd be honored to share actionable strategies and real-world frameworks with your organization, conference, or community.

I'll review your request and respond within 48 hours. Looking forward to potentially working together!

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