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Cassie Kozyrkov, CEO of Kozyr, is a renowned leader in artificial intelligence. She is best known for founding the field of Decision Intelligence and serving as Google’s first Chief Decision Scientist, where she spearheaded Google’s transformation into an AI-first company.
Today, Cassie is a sought-after AI advisor and speaker who has transformed how organizations like Gucci, NASA, Spotify, Meta, and GSK approach AI strategy. Passionate about elevating human potential through the responsible adoption of complex technology, she also serves on the Innovation Advisory Council of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and an investor in emerging product companies.
Her influence on Google’s culture is legendary; no matter how big the auditorium, Google had to use lotteries to manage the demand to participate in one of her live workshops. Her work, which included personally training over 20,000 Googlers in AI and data-driven decision-making, impacted more than 500 company initiatives.
Combining deep technical knowledge with theater-trained charisma, Cassie is a captivating keynote speaker with the rare ability to make complex concepts accessible, engaging, and actionable for executive and general audiences alike. Her humor, wit, and vivid analogies ensure that people of all stripes leave her talks inspired and equipped to drive innovation. Cassie has delighted live audiences in more than 40 countries and on all seven continents, including stages at the United Nations, World Economic Forum, Web Summit, and SXSW.
Cassie has appeared on the cover of Forbes AI and featured in Harvard Business Review, Fortune, Fast Company, WIRED, Success, Entrepreneur, as well as a recent documentary on the AI revolution. Her online courses and more than 200+ published articles have reached millions and cemented her position as a LinkedIn Top Voice and the #1 Writer in AI on Medium for many years. She is followed by more than 24,000 CxOs.
Hailing from South Africa, Cassie began her undergraduate studies at the age of 15 at Nelson Mandela University and earned degrees in economics, mathematical statistics, psychology and neuroscience from the University of Chicago, NCSU, and Duke University, which honored her as a Few-Glasson Distinguished Alumna for her significant contributions to the fields of AI and Decision Intelligence.
The Future is AI-First: Are You Ready to Lead?
Abstract: Leading a business through the AI revolution demands vision and bold action. Cassie Kozyrkov, the architect of Google's AI-first transformation, challenges leaders to rethink what it means to lead in the AI era. She shares innovative strategies for embedding AI into the fabric of your company, transforming not just how you work but what you can achieve. Attendees will walk away with a clear roadmap to becoming leaders in AI-driven innovation, equipped to outpace the competition and thrive in a rapidly changing technological landscape.
Audience Takeaways: - Understand the principles of an AI-first organization. - Learn strategies to embed AI into your company's culture. - Transform your leadership approach for the AI era. - Gain insights to outpace competitors through AI-driven innovation. - Prepare your organization for sustained success in the AI future.
AI Won’t Steal Your Job, But It Will Steal Your Excuses
Abstract: Contrary to popular fears, AI won’t be the doom of humanity—but once AI starts handling repetitive tasks, you’ll have to face something even scarier: the chance to do truly impactful work. This session challenges you to drop the excuses, step up your game, and seize the creative freedom AI offers by taking drudgery off your plate. The best defense against job automation isn’t hiding from AI—it’s taking charge of it. Find out how embracing and leading AI initiatives can secure your role, build your influence, and allow you to thrive in the rapidly evolving future of work.
Audience Takeaways: - Understand how AI can enhance rather than threaten your career. - Overcome resistance to change and embrace technological advancements. - Learn strategies to leverage AI for personal and organizational growth. - Discover how to focus on meaningful, impactful work by automating the mundane. - Become a proactive leader in the AI-driven future of work.
Why Businesses Fail at AI Adoption: From Buzzwords to Business Strategy
Abstract: Artificial intelligence is no longer science fiction, yet many businesses fail to harness its potential at scale. In this insightful talk, Cassie Kozyrkov strips away the jargon to explore what's easy, what's hard, and how to spot genuine opportunities to improve your business with AI. She delves into why organizations struggle, uncovers the two biggest threats in the field, and discusses what this means for the future of work. Discover the secrets to successful AI innovation and learn how to avoid common pitfalls, unlocking AI's true potential for your organization. Get ready to turn today’s hype into tomorrow’s growth.
Audience Takeaways: - Identify common reasons businesses fail with AI initiatives. - Understand practical challenges and opportunities in AI adoption. - Learn strategies to successfully integrate AI into your business. - Recognize and mitigate the biggest threats in AI implementation. - Prepare your organization for the future of work with AI.
Mind The Gap: Digital Trust Habits For The AI Era
Abstract: As AI advances rapidly, a trust gap emerges between its capabilities and our understanding. In this compelling keynote, Cassie Kozyrkov explores how you can navigate this gap. By sharing the story of one of history's most ironic hoaxes, she illustrates why even the savviest among us can be misled and how to prevent it. Drawing from historical and modern examples, she reveals how understanding AI's strengths and limitations empowers you to navigate tomorrow’s world. You will gain actionable strategies to build tech fluency, foster skepticism, and ensure AI empowers rather than misleads, building new digital trust habits to guide you confidently into the future.
Audience Takeaways: - Understand the implications of the AI trust gap. - Learn how to foster tech fluency and critical skepticism. - Gain strategies to innovate responsibly with AI. - Build trust within your organization and with stakeholders. - Navigate rapid technological evolution confidently and ethically.
How to Upgrade Your Decision-Making... Instantly
Abstract: Your life outcomes boil down to two things: luck and the quality of your decisions, making decision-making crucial. Yet society often neglects it as a skill to develop. In this empowering talk, Cassie Kozyrkov reveals how outcome bias and confirmation bias prevent us from learning the right lessons and making better choices. She demonstrates how tolerating these biases institutionalizes complacency and hinders progress. The good news? You can overcome them instantly by asking the most powerful question: "What would it take to change your mind?" Walk away with practical strategies to eliminate excuses, confront your biases, and elevate your decision-making immediately.
Audience Takeaways: - Recognize and overcome outcome bias and confirmation bias. - Transform decision-making into a powerful, honed skill. - Learn practical techniques to improve decisions instantly. - Foster a culture of better decision-making without excuses. - Empower yourself and your team to make smarter choices.
Winning with AI: Embrace Change and Leapfrog the Competition
Abstract: Entering the AI arena can be daunting, but with the right strategy, it can propel your organization ahead of the competition. In this keynote, Cassie Kozyrkov reveals how to build a winning AI approach by identifying key opportunities, scaling solutions, and fostering a culture that embraces change. Learn to assess your organization's readiness, prioritize high-impact projects, and overcome technical and cultural challenges that derail initiatives. Through practical insights and actionable steps, you'll be empowered to lead your team confidently through AI transformations—leveraging AI to innovate, optimize operations, and gain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving market.
Audience Takeaways: - Build a strategic approach to AI integration. - Assess and enhance your organization's AI readiness. - Prioritize and scale high-impact AI projects effectively. - Overcome common technical and cultural challenges. - Leverage AI to innovate and outperform competitors.
The Cognitive Advantage: Why Great Leaders Will Thrive in the AI Era
Abstract: As AI becomes more powerful, the real competitive advantage isn't in the technology—it's in the human mind. Cassie Kozyrkov, who spearheaded Google's AI-first transformation, inspires you to embrace the one thing AI can't replace: human judgment. In this engaging keynote, she challenges leaders to rethink their role in a world where AI delivers perfect answers in seconds. Cassie equips you with mental agility and decision-making frameworks needed to stay ahead, focusing on how to harness AI's potential without falling into the trap of thoughtless automation. Get ready to think faster and lead smarter.
Audience Takeaways: - Recognize the unique value of human judgment in the AI era. - Develop mental agility and critical thinking skills. - Learn decision-making frameworks to complement AI insights. - Avoid the pitfalls of over-reliance on automation. - Lead confidently and intelligently alongside AI advancements.
Ethics and AI Bias: How One-Track Thinking Could Derail Our Future
Abstract: AI and data science are shaping the future of technology and society, yet these fields struggle with a lack of diversity that threatens to limit their potential and fairness. In this compelling talk, Cassie Kozyrkov explores how our choice of language influences culture in data professions and why many tackle AI bias the wrong way. She examines the risks of homogeneous teams in AI development, arguing that diversity isn't just a "nice to have"—it's essential for building AI that serves everyone. Discover why you should be both worried and excited about humanity's AI future and learn how you can help ensure it’s bright for all.
Audience Takeaways: - Understand the critical role diversity plays in AI development. - Recognize how language shapes inclusivity in tech cultures. - Learn why diverse perspectives are key to addressing AI bias. - Gain actionable steps to promote diversity within AI teams. - Realize how to contribute to an equitable and fair AI future.
Decision Intelligence Unleashed: Optimize Decisions at Scale
Abstract: In a world overflowing with data, decision-making becomes increasingly complex. Cassie Kozyrkov, the pioneer behind the field of Decision Intelligence, reveals how businesses can transform overwhelming information into strategic action. Decision Intelligence bridges the gap between data and effective decisions, turning insights into clear action plans at any scale. Cassie provides practical guidance on leveraging technology, processes, and people to optimize decisions, transform data into impact, and foster a data-driven culture. Elevate your organization's decision-making capabilities and unleash untapped business potential.
Audience Takeaways: - Implement Decision Intelligence to enhance decision-making. - Turn vast data into actionable strategies. - Optimize decisions across all levels of your organization. - Foster a data-driven culture for sustained success.
“We were thrilled to have Cassie Kozyrkov as our keynote speaker at the Applied AI Nordics conference. Her ability to blend humor, charm, and deep insights into the world of AI not only captivated the audience but also sparked meaningful conversations about our collective future during the breaks. Her talk was definitely the highlight of the conference based on audience feedback.” – Dan Rose Johansen, Todai CEO & Founder, dan.rose@todai.ai, Applied AI Nordics 2024
“Thank you for your keynote at CoreLogic’s Intrconnect. Our clients absolutely loved it.” – John Rogers, Chief Innovation Officer, CoreLogic, john.rogers@corelogic.com, Intrconnect 2024
“Recently, Cassie Kozykrov spoke to the CFO Leadership Council with a captivating discussion on Generative AI, engaging over 200 finance chiefs. Right now, there’s no denying that this topic is at the epicenter of challenges and opportunities CFOs and their teams face, and Cassie’s delivery was eye-opening. What struck us wasn’t just her undeniable prowess as a top-tier data scientist. It was her knack for distilling complex, often intimidating AI concepts into practical, digestible insights tailored for a financial audience that doesn’t live in the tech weeds. Her eloquence in demystifying AI and framing it as a game-changer for competitive edge was a revelation. Seeking a speaker who can not only navigate but also illuminate the AI labyrinth for your team, turning what feels like science fiction into a business strategy? Look no further. Cassie is your person. Her session isn’t just a presentation; it’s a lightbulb moment waiting to happen.” – Jack McCullough, Founder and President, CFO Leadership Council, CFO Leadership Council 2023
“Loved the presentation today at Franklin Templeton and so grateful to have you here. All our folks were inspired. I had about 100 more questions! Sincere thanks for being here.“ – Barry Kruse, VP, Franklin Templeton Investments 2023
“It was great discussing with Cassie yesterday on Lenovo’s view on AI foundation models at our Tech World fireside.” – Dr. Yong Rui, Senior Vice President and Corporation CTO, Lenovo Group, Lenovo Tech World 23
“Cassie was very professional and great to work with on all details of her presentation. I appreciated how promptly we heard responses and feedback on travel and presentation details and she truly is an expert in all things AI! Loved her personality and kindness. She’s great to work with!” – Tiffany Milar, Senior Event Marketing Manager, tiffany.milar@pattern.com, Accelerate24
“It was truly a remarkable experience having Cassie Kozyrkov as a speaker at our AI Day of Learning for East Hanover associates at Novartis US. Cassie’s insightful discussion, Decision Intelligence: Better Decisions at Scale, left us inspired and invigorated about the endless possibilities ahead. Her passion for data sciences was palpable and contagious, igniting curiosity within our teams and fostering a deeper sense of enthusiasm for the potential of AI in healthcare. We are very appreciative of Cassie’s contribution, which enriched our understanding and further motivated us to embrace the transformative power of AI. Thank you, Cassie, for your impactful presence and helping to illuminate our AI journey as a force for good as we reimagine medicine for our customers and the patients we serve.” – Sterlena Taylor, Executive Director of Novartis US Innovation Lab, sterlena.taylor@novartis.com, The AI Experience: A Day of Learning 2024
“We were very appreciative to have the pleasure of Cassie Kozykrov as our Day 2 keynote speaker at Callan’s annual National Conference held in San Francisco. Leading to the event, her team was very professional and well-organized. They sent her material in advance and made sure we were set with all we needed in preparation for the event. On stage, Cassie had a great delivery and was very engaging with our audience. She took a very complex topic and made it understandable to all in attendance with her great visuals and examples. She is extraordinarily intelligent and it was very interesting to hear her explain the use of AI in a non-threatening and intriguing manner. She left the audience with key nuggets to digest and take back with them. We had nothing but positive feedback from her presentation. I had researched many different options and Cassie was by far the best choice of what we had reviewed. I am very pleased to have had her on stage at our event and wish her the best in her success in the future! I would strongly recommend her as a speaker on AI at any event.” – Barb Gerraty, Callan Institute Director, gerraty@callan.com, Culture Conversations: FOCUS 2024
“It was an honor and a remarkable opportunity for me to host yesterday our Tetra Pak learning session with Cassie Kozyrkov, an inspiring role model for Decision Science professionals! We had an excellent scoring of the session. 4.7/5. Big thanks to Cassie Kozyrkov for her invaluable insights.” – Alberto Barroso, PhD, Global Head of Decision Science, alberto.barroso@tetrapak.com, TetraPak Learning Conference 2024
“Cassie is a superstar, the delegates really love her and by making them happy, it’s a great feeling. Thanks and I hope our paths cross again.” – Saranda Arifi, Hyperight Editorial Director, saranda@hyperight.com, Data Innovation Summit 2024
“Cassie kicked off our event with a fantastic keynote! We’re looking forward to having her back at our next event later this year.” – Sam Lehmann, IQPC General Manager, sam.lehmann@iqpc.co.uk, Generative AI Week 2024
“Cassie delivered an extraordinary keynote at the IQ Digital Summit in Oradea. Her deep expertise in data science and AI, combined with an engaging and accessible presentation style, made complex concepts both clear and captivating. Cassie’s ability to connect data-driven insights with real-world applications was inspiring, leaving our audience not only more informed but also energized to implement innovative strategies in their own fields. Her talk struck the perfect balance between technical depth and practical relevance, making her content valuable to both industry professionals and those newer to the digital and AI space. Cassie’s passion for democratizing data and empowering decision-makers shone through, making her keynote one of the highlights of the event. We couldn’t have asked for a more insightful and inspiring speaker!” – Smaranda Heroiu, UPGRADE 100 Executive Director, smaranda.heroiu@upgrade100.com, IQ Digital Summit 2024
“Cassie delivered a fantastic opening keynote for the 2nd Generative AI Summit London, the audience loved it. Her and her team were also a pleasure to work with. She was a huge hit as always.” – Mhairi MacBride, IQPC Senior Program Director for R+D, Mhairi.MacBride@iqpc.co.uk, Generative AI Week
“We loved our conversation with Cassie, and overall, the webinar was very well received.” – Chelsea Molnar, CodeSignal Senior Marketing Manager, chelsea.molnar@codesignal.com, CodeSignal Webinar 2024
“Thank you for the excellent presentation, specially loved the way you presented a data heavy topic in a simple way.” – Nanak Banerjee, Product & Analytics manager, RateGain, Ideas Converge Summit 2024
“Thank you for the excellent topic last week at the Ideas Converge Summit, I wish I had it recorded to distribute to my teams. I look forward to seeing how AI is increasingly integrated into all areas of the Hospitality Industry and always asking ‘why.’” – Ryan M. Brough, Hospitality Technology Evangelist and Sales Engineer, Shiji Group, Ideas Converge Summit 2024
“We have been raving about Cassie internally as well since yesterday. It’s nothing surprising since I have been following and admiring her for a long time, but I thought that she was terrific. She is very polished, a good thinker, smooth in making her points and giving her feedback, and very insightful in her thoughts. Her brilliance was very much reflected. And for the team, you guys have also been fabulous to work with. I have worked with many AI and tech thought leaders (~10+). Some conversations went nowhere since the support staff was not collaborative and communicative. But you guys (Bridget, Karin, et all) made this such a great experience. This was by a long distance the best interaction I have had with. So, a big thank you for making it super easy, and I can’t wait for the next chance to work with you and Cassie.” – Shobhit Bhutani, Product Line Marketing Manager, Broadcom, Broadcom Webinar 2024
“I thought you’d be thrilled to hear that in early submissions from our post-event survey, attendees loved your talk. We asked attendees to rank the talks they saw. More respondents ranked yours first (41) than any other talk. The next most popular had ~30 votes. Thank you for speaking and going above and beyond to make Rev a great event.” – Nick Elprin, CEO of Domino (Cassie presented at Rev in the company of illustrious speakers like James Clear, Neil deGrasse Tyson, Nate Silver, and Cass Sunstein)
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