Mark Kelly

Mark Kelly is a globally recognised artificial intelligence (AI) expert, entrepreneur, strategic advisor, and keynote speaker. He is the founder and President of AI Ireland, an organisation dedicated to fostering AI literacy and enhancing Ireland's AI landscape, and the driving force behind the AI Awards, which celebrate excellence in AI on the island of Ireland.

Kelly is known for translating complex AI concepts into actionable business strategies, guiding organisations through AI implementation and transformation. He has extensive experience advising Fortune 100 companies, governments, and startups, helping them leverage AI for operational efficiency and customer engagement, drawing on insights from hundreds of real-world AI applications.

A proponent of responsible AI integration, Kelly emphasises ethical implementation. He is a dynamic public speaker, delivering engaging keynotes across Europe and North America, with the goal of making one million people across Ireland AI-literate.

Additionally, Mark Kelly is Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) at Alldus International, an AI staffing firm he co-founded to connect top AI talent with organisations. He has interviewed leading AI figures from Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and NASA, and is the author of the “AI Unleashed” book series.

His work and insights are regularly featured in media outlets such as RTE, Newstalk, and The Sunday Times.

Kelly holds a Master’s in Business Studies from University College Dublin.

Engagements & Previous Audiences

Mark Kelly has addressed a diverse range of audiences across various sectors, including leading enterprises such as Abbvie, Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Salesforce, Zendesk, Oracle, Dell, Novartis, Pacific Re, RCSI, Teagasc, and DCC.

He has also spoken before governmental bodies, non-profit organisations, and educational institutions, including:

• Embassy of the UK
• Embassy of India
• Trinity College Dublin
• University College Dublin (UCD)
• University College Cork (UCC)
• Munster Technological University (MTU)
• Dublin Business School (DBS)

Key Speaking Topics Include

• Architecting Your Business for an AI-Driven Future: Guiding organisations in structuring themselves for success in an AI-centric landscape.
• Unlocking Business Value Through Artificial Intelligence: Demonstrating how AI can create tangible benefits and drive growth.
• AI: Next Frontiers and Future Impacts: Exploring the evolving nature of AI and its upcoming transformative effects.
• Integrating Artificial Intelligence Across Your Organisation: Providing blueprints for practical adoption and scaling of AI technologies.
• Developing an AI-Oriented Perspective: Discussing the cultural and mindset shifts necessary to fully leverage AI.
• Realising Tangible Returns with AI Implementation: Focusing on achieving and measuring concrete results from AI initiatives.
• The CIO’s AI Playbook: Strategic insights for Chief Information Officers leading AI adoption.
• The AI Revolution: A CHRO’s guide to building a future-ready workforce.
• AI-Powered Marketing: A CMO’s roadmap to innovation and growth.
• Learning from the AI Vanguard: Strategies for emulating AI success in your business.

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