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Keynote SpeakerJennifer Vessels

AI and Growth Leader: Building Future-Ready Organizations

Change is new constant. People must adapt, embrace technology, innovate and lead in new ways. After leading transformation for Adobe, Autodesk, Kahoot, Novartis, Schneider Electric, Jennifer Vessels fast-tracks future-readiness – equipping people with tools proven to deliver greater revenue, profitability and sustainable market value. Recognized as Best Technology and Best... Read more

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AI-Powered Success – WITH People
Navigating Change with PEACE
Future-ready Leadership: Keys to Navigating through Change - Powered AI
Future of Work, Education and Society Powered by Technology (AI, VR, Robotics, Web3, Quantum)
Humans vs Machines: Role of People in AI/Technology-Driven Society

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Biography

Recognized as Best Technology and Best Positive Impact/Sustainability Speaker of ’24, her keynotes deliver inspiration, real-world examples and a proven framework for change with PEACE – Purpose, Exploration, Action, Collaboration, Empowerment. Her energy, bold vision of the future, experience with AI and authentic Silicon Valley insider insights applied to global companies keep people on the edge of their seat. Jennifer understands that change, innovation, integration of technology is not easy. To maximize the impact of her keynotes, her stories include ways global companies are transforming, using AI, innovating and succeeding with future-ready leadership.

All of Jennifer’s sessions are fully customized so audience members leave committed to:

– Embrace change, think differently, collaborate and grow.

– Explore and gain benefit from Generative AI and latest technology.

– Let go of fear, embrace AI, technology, change and thrive while co- create a sustainable future

– Develop future-ready teams with skills, culture, mindset for success

– Lead with PEACE – Purpose, Exploration, Action, Collaboration, Empowerment.

As a Silicon Valley native, Jennifer built the international business for global leaders including Tandberg, HP, UB Networks+. After successful merger of Tandberg with Cisco, Jennifer founded Next Step to accelerate corporate success during periods of change. Since 2006, she and her team of 40 professionals have led transformative growth for Adobe, Autodesk, Avinor, Google, Novartis, RaboBank, Schneider Electric and many mid-cap companies.

Jennifer earned her MBA from San Jose State University (Silicon Valley) and MS in Occupational Psychology in London. Her insights have been included in publications by EFMD, World Economic Forum, EFMD, IoD, San Jose Mercury News, New York Times. Jennifer is author of “Storms of Change: Navigating to Success”, “Future Success Today: How Leaders are Winning with Technology” and numerous articles on AI and future of work.

“Jennifer was a 12 out of 10 - easy to work with, highly professional. Stage presence was out of this world-kept everyone on edge of seats. Six months after the event, the client is STILL raving about the impact she made.” Andreas Ljones, CEO FlowEvents

“EXACTLY what we needed to inspire and equip people for future success – with AI” Geir Fodstad, VP Group LinkMobility

“Truly best insider perspective on AI and the future – addressed all of our concerns” Daniel Ras-Vidal, CEO Kjeller Innovation

“You gave us the inspiration AND practical tools needed to shift mindset and culture.” Elise Hagen, Business Partner, LinkMobility

“Thanks Jennifer - thoroughly enjoyed your thought provoking presentation.” Andronicca Masemola, Chief Operating Officer, Barloworld

“Your depiction of the ‘purpose of tech and the role of people in a digitized world’ was spot on – it really set the stage for where we need to go over the next year."

“Thanks to Jennifer’s engaging workshops, our team moved from chaos to profitability within weeks.” Sandra Klein, Parts America

“ Of all the speakers available, Jennifer is the most reliable to deliver high impact results and real bottom line value “ Patricia Dragovich, Senior Director, Cisco

“Jennifer has an amazing ability to engage, move and inspire people at all levels to take action and succeed.” Thomas Anglero, Director of Innovation, IBM

"A lot of consultants assess and report Jennifer uniquely provides us with comprehensive, practical guidance to enhance our market position and sales results." Ken Wilkens, Autodesk

“ The keynote from Jennifer was a real life-changer. It gave me the tools and confidence I needed to succeed.” Steve Goodman, CEO, Sonics

“ Thanks to Jennifer’s workshops, we achieved >300% improvement in productivity within 5 years.” Patricia Salmon, COO, Goodwill Industries International

“For moderation, Jennifer is by far the best –real world experience, collaborative style pays off.” Theresa Lewis, Program Director, Gartner Group

“ Jennifer is amazing – she integrates, connects and delivers real world inspiration.” Kathleen Moore, Director, Google

“Jennifer’s strategic perspective and dedication to results facilitated Adobe’s transformation to cloud. We couldn’t have done it without her.” Lisa Graham, Senior Director, Adobe

“When you want to get something done successfully, call Jennifer.” Daniel Evans, Microsoft

"Based on real world experience, deep insights into global 50 leadership approaches and Silicon Valley energy, Jennifer’s keynotes are extraordinary." GE Medical

"Jennifer’s engaging, and practical style is unmatchable. Her keynote was perfectly matched to the audience – with many real-world Silicon Valley examples applied to the local culture." FMC Technologies

“Adobe’s successful transformation from software to services was accelerated by Jennifer and her team. We truly could not have done it without her.”

“It´s unusual for a speaker to be so dedicated to delivering results – more than a talk – you gave us PEACE and a proven roadmap to future success.”

“You really nailed it – giving us ALL the inspiration and tools needed to change." COO, Mercell

Popular Talks by Jennifer Vessels

AI-Powered Success – WITH People
Artificial intelligence and its impact on society is accelerating at quantum speed. Jennifer Vessels’ Silicon Valley insider insights and practical examples from global leaders demystify AI and inspire use of AI to deliver exponentially greater results. Her bold view on the importance of people in an AI-powered world will empower...

Artificial intelligence and its impact on society is accelerating at quantum speed. Jennifer Vessels’ Silicon Valley insider insights and practical examples from global leaders demystify AI and inspire use of AI to deliver exponentially greater results. Her bold view on the importance of people in an AI-powered world will empower all to use proven guidelines to co-create the organization of the future with PEACE (Purpose, Exploration, Action, Collaboration, Empowerment) her proven framework for change.

All leave with:
– Commitment to explore AI as a tool for future-ready success.
– Confidence in their role and future of people with AI.
– Practical techniques and guidelines for safe and successful use of AI.
– Proven framework for adapting work, activities, habits in a rapidly changing world.
Navigating Change with PEACE
Technology, competition, geopolitical and generational shifts are happening at quantum speed. This keynote will enlighten, inspire and challenge all to embrace change, overcome fear and move forward in new ways with PEACE (Purpose, Exploration, Action, Collaboration, Empowerment). Audience members will leave with: – Excitement about the future. – Confidence and...

Technology, competition, geopolitical and generational shifts are happening at quantum speed. This keynote will enlighten, inspire and challenge all to embrace change, overcome fear and move forward in new ways with PEACE (Purpose, Exploration, Action, Collaboration, Empowerment).

Audience members will leave with:
– Excitement about the future.
– Confidence and tools they can use to shift mindset, explore new approaches and succeed.
– Proven approaches they can use with colleagues, customers, partners to accelerate innovation.
– Framework to navigate through change with PEACE.
Future-ready Leadership: Keys to Navigating through Change - Powered AI
Business as usual is no longer an option. Rapidly changing market needs are redefining work, leadership, markets and your competitors. It’s time to act. Leaders and their teams will leave this session prepared to shift mindset, embrace change, explore ways AI / technology can enhance their business and succeed today...

Business as usual is no longer an option. Rapidly changing market needs are redefining work, leadership, markets and your competitors. It’s time to act. Leaders and their teams will leave this session prepared to shift mindset, embrace change, explore ways AI / technology can enhance their business and succeed today – into the future.

People will gain:
– Inspiration to think differently, lead in new human-centric ways.
– Techniques for leverage of AI / technology AND people to accelerate results.
– Frameworks for change and technology utilization used by other global leaders.
– Proven methodology for success with PEACE.
Future of Work, Education and Society Powered by Technology (AI, VR, Robotics, Web3, Quantum)
Technology is dramatically changing society, work and life. People are pressured to adapt, disrupt or face career death. Forward thinking leaders are harnessing advanced technology to drive growth. Yet, for many, it can be scary. Learn how 25+ global corporations are successfully selecting, implementing and benefiting from advanced technology –...

Technology is dramatically changing society, work and life. People are pressured to adapt, disrupt or face career death. Forward thinking leaders are harnessing advanced technology to drive growth. Yet, for many, it can be scary. Learn how 25+ global corporations are successfully selecting, implementing and benefiting from advanced technology – while increasing engagement and future success of their people.

Audiences leave with:
– Proven techniques they can use organization-wide to successfully identify, select and adopt AI and other technology.
– Inspiration to responsibly embrace new technology with PEACE.
– Tools and commitment to succeed with advanced technology.
Humans vs Machines: Role of People in AI/Technology-Driven Society
“Automation and AI will be the end of jobs and society” stated by Stephen Hawkings in 2016. Steve Jobs countered “Technology is nothing compared to people. If you give smart people with good intentions advanced tools, they’ll create a better future”. This keynote shows how technology AND people can co-create...

“Automation and AI will be the end of jobs and society” stated by Stephen Hawkings in 2016. Steve Jobs countered “Technology is nothing compared to people. If you give smart people with good intentions advanced tools, they’ll create a better future”.
This keynote shows how technology AND people can co-create a better future. It includes practical techniques people can use to safely explore AI, build the skills for tomorrow’s success and avoid disruption.

Audiences leave with:
– Inspiration to explore and utilize AI to gain measurable results.
– Tools to safely identify, select and use AI with human ingenuity.
– Commitment to develop the skills most needed for future career success.
– Great appreciation of the skills and value of people with technology.
Future of Work: Roadmap to Success with PEACE
We are at a tipping point of change – leaders (and their teams) must navigate through uncertainty, embracing technology culture, innovating and disrupting to avoid being disrupted. Jennifer’s bold views of the future of work, society and people ensure audiences leave her session committed to shift mindset, transform culture and...

We are at a tipping point of change – leaders (and their teams) must navigate through uncertainty, embracing technology culture, innovating and disrupting to avoid being disrupted. Jennifer’s bold views of the future of work, society and people ensure audiences leave her session committed to shift mindset, transform culture and business models. Her energy and hands-on experience leave people motivated and empowered to succeed with PEACE (Purpose, Exploration, Action, Collaboration, Empowerment).

Book Jennifer to gain:
– Inspiration to think differently about work and their opportunities for the future.
– Commitment to co-create the future using proven frameworks for success.
– Practical steps they can follow to shift mindset, business model, culture for success.
– Actions they can take immediately to improve results with PEACE.