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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