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CAIO Advisor, AI Strategy, Culture & Adoption, Creator of the Adaptive Adoption & Behavioral AI Models, Author of 8 books

Paul Gibbons is an AI adoption strategist, global keynote speaker, and author of eight books, most recently Adopting AI, a practical guide for executive leaders navigating organizational AI transformation. Ranked “top-50 to follow in AI” in 2026, and as highly as #5 in the world on culture change, Paul combines... Read more

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Popular Talks by Paul Gibbons

  • Can AI narrow the K-shaped economy?

    What do a 12 year-old in Banglaore, a single mother of five realtor, an unhoused handyman, and a frustrated middle-aged musician have in common?  AI is super-charging their ability to solve their problems, create value for themselves and fulfil their dreams. While today’s focus is on enterprise ROI and AI bubbles,…
  • AI Adoption Strategy — All-In on Intelligence: An AI Briefing for Boards and Leadership Teams

    How boards and executive teams cut through AI hype to build real organizational capability. Covers AI readiness assessment, governance frameworks, and the leadership conditions that predict adoption success or failure.

  • Why AI Adoption Fails — And What To Do About It

    The primary predictors of AI adoption success are human, not technical: leadership capability, culture, psychological safety, and change readiness. Drawing on the Adaptive Adoption methodology, this session diagnoses the most common failure modes and delivers a practical 90-day organizational roadmap.

  • The Human Edge — Leading in the Age of Artificial Intelligence

    As AI transforms organizations, what does leadership look like? This keynote explores the intersection of AI capability and human judgment, and what distinctly human capabilities become more valuable — not less — in an AI-transformed organization.

Biography

Paul Gibbons is an AI adoption strategist, global keynote speaker, and author of eight books, most recently Adopting AI, a practical guide for executive leaders navigating organizational AI transformation. Ranked “top-50 to follow in AI” in 2026, and as highly as #5 in the world on culture change, Paul combines human capital expertise with deep knowledge of AI, from the macro to the model levels.

Paul’s work sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, organizational change, and human behavior. His clients have included Shell, BP, Barclays, HSBC, Microsoft, Deloitte, KPMG, Comcast, and the Financial Times, among others. As founder of Future Considerations, Europe’s most advanced leadership development firm in the 2000s, Paul built a practice that helped organizations across financial services, energy, and professional services navigate complex transformation.

Today, through Paul Gibbons Advisory, Paul works with boards and executive teams as a fractional Chief AI Officer, strategic advisor, and keynote speaker. He is known for his willingness to challenge the hype, confront uncomfortable organizational realities, and deliver the clarity that leaders need to act, not just to understand.

Paul is the originator of People-first AI ™ and the Adaptive Adoption ™ methodology: a research-based framework for building the leadership, culture, and change capability that determine whether AI initiatives succeed or stall. As a former professor of business ethics, his scholarship draws on advanced degrees across five disciplines, including philosophy, psychology, and organizational science, and over two decades consulting with the world’s largest organizations, Paul publishes the Think Bigger Think Better Substack, one of the leading publications on AI strategy for business leaders, and is a Microsoft Distinguished Author. He is based in Denver, Colorado.

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What clients say about Paul Gibbons

“Paul never told us what we wanted to hear; he told us what we needed to hear.” Chairman, KPMG
“The only weakness of the program is that we should have had Paul Gibbons for all four days.” VP, Harley-Davidson
“In my view, Paul belongs alongside Amy Edmondson and Adam Grant as among the leading management thinkers of this decade.” Head of E-commerce, ABN-AMRO
“Paul is that rarest of birds, an intellectual in a business school.” Chairman, Institute for Enterprise Ethics
“Paul Gibbons applies science and practical wisdom to organizational culture, a chairman filled domain.” Professor, Stanford Business School
“It was great to hear a public intellectual who could make things practical.” SVP, Glaxo Smith Kline

How to book Paul Gibbons as a keynote speaker

How do I book Paul Gibbons for a keynote speech?

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

What are Paul Gibbons's speaking fees?

Paul Gibbons'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 Paul tailored to your event.

What topics does Paul Gibbons speak about?

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

Is Paul Gibbons available for international events?

London Speaker Bureau can book Paul Gibbons for events worldwide, subject to Paul'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 Paul Gibbons 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 Paul Gibbons 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 Paul Gibbons?

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 Paul can accommodate.

Can Paul Gibbons tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

London Speaker Bureau will brief Paul Gibbons 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 Paul can offer.

What languages does Paul Gibbons present in?

Paul Gibbons delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. 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 Paul Gibbons a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Paul Gibbons's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Digital, Future, Future & Technology, Leadership. To get a clear sense of Paul'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 Paul Gibbons speak at?

Paul Gibbons 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, Digital, Future, Future & Technology, Leadership is relevant. Details of Paul'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 Paul Gibbons 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 Paul Gibbons is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Paul Gibbons?

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