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Keynote SpeakerLaura Ellis

Head of Technology Forecasting, BBC, Keynote Speaker on Effectively Harnessing AI, Managing Technological Change and Leadership

Laura Ellis is a Technologist, Journalist and Keynote Speaker on AI, with a focus on emerging technology, machine learning, disinformation, and data. Laura has worked on news teams in radio, TV, and online and led two regional news and current affairs teams through significant technology change, establishing the BBC’s first... Read more

Biography

Laura Ellis is a Technologist, Journalist and Keynote Speaker on AI, with a focus on emerging technology, machine learning, disinformation, and data.
Laura has worked on news teams in radio, TV, and online and led two regional news and current affairs teams through significant technology change, establishing the BBC’s first end-to-end digital newsroom.

In her current role she focuses on ensuring the BBC is best placed to take advantage of emerging technology and takes a particular interest in ethics, personalised and automated journalism, machine learning, generative AI and media provenance.

Laura is a popular speaker on how to onboard AI as a society and in industry and on managing technological change and leadership.

Popular Talks by Laura Ellis

  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Emerging Technology
  • Machine Learning
  • Data ethics
  • Deepfakes
  • Generative AI
  • Leadership
  • Managing Technological Change
  • Disinformation
  • Personalised and automated journalism
  • Media provenance

How to book Laura Ellis as a keynote speaker

How do I book Laura Ellis for a keynote speech?

You can book Laura Ellis through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Laura 's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.

What are Laura Ellis's speaking fees?

Laura Ellis's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Laura tailored to your event.

What topics does Laura Ellis speak about?

Laura Ellis speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Future & Technology, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Machine Learning. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Laura to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Laura Ellis available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Laura Ellis for events worldwide, subject to Laura 's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.

Does Laura Ellis deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Laura Ellis is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Laura Ellis?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Laura can accommodate.

Can Laura Ellis tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Laura Ellis on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Laura can offer.

What languages does Laura Ellis present in?

Laura Ellis delivers keynotes in English. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Laura Ellis a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Laura Ellis's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Future & Technology, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Machine Learning. To get a clear sense of Laura 's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Laura Ellis speak at?

Laura Ellis can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Future & Technology, Leadership, Leadership & Motivation, Machine Learning is relevant. Details of Laura 's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Laura Ellis offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Laura Ellis is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Laura Ellis?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Laura Ellis, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Laura 's current availability for your dates.