Andreas Welsch
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Andreas Welsch

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Top 10 AI Advisor, Thought Leader, and Best-Selling Author who empowers leaders to turn technology hype into business outcomes. Two decades in big tech leadership roles and with Fortune 500s.

14 reviews

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Andreas Welsch is an internationally recognized Top 10 AI Leader, Advisor, and Speaker known for helping the world’s leading enterprises turn technology hype into business outcomes. He is the Founder & Chief AI Strategist at Intelligence Briefing and the best-selling author of the AI Leadership Handbook.

For over two decades, including in global AI leadership roles at the world leader for business applications, SAP, he has advised Fortune 500 leaders on realizing business value from AI, accelerated the integration of AI across enterprise applications, and positioned SAP as the leader for Business AI. Before that, Andreas led global IT process automation projects.


Outside of work, he contributes to academia as an Adjunct Professor at West Chester University of Pennsylvania and serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of AI, Robotics, and Workplace Automation.

Andreas is a frequent keynote speaker and expert panelist, and has been named LinkedIn Top Voice, DataIQ's AI Leader of the Year, Thinkers360’s Top 10 Thought Leader in Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI and Agentic AI, The Futurum Group's Top 14 AI Influencer, PEX Network's Top 30 AI Leader, SwissCognitive’s Top 50 Global AI Ambassador, and engatica’s Top 200 Worldwide Business & Technology Innovator. He is an active member of the Harvard Business Review Council, a Gartner Peer Community Ambassador, and has been featured on CIO.com, VentureBeat, InformationWeek, and other outlets.

Follow his “What’s the BUZZ?” live stream & podcast and newsletter, “The AI MEMO”, and work with Andreas to turn hype into outcomes for your business.

Andreas 's Virtual Presenter Certificate

Andreas Welsch is an internationally recognized Top 10 AI Leader, Advisor, and Speaker known for helping the world’s leading enterprises turn technology hype into business outcomes. He is the Founder & Chief AI Strategist at Intelligence Briefing and the best-selling author of the AI Leadership Handbook.

For over two decades, including in global AI leadership roles at the world leader for business applications, SAP, he has advised Fortune 500 leaders on realizing business value from AI, accelerated the integration of AI across enterprise applications, and positioned SAP as the leader for Business AI. Before that, Andreas led global IT process automation projects.


Outside of work, he contributes to academia as an Adjunct Professor at West Chester University of Pennsylvania and serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of AI, Robotics, and Workplace Automation.

Andreas is a frequent keynote speaker and expert panelist, and has been named LinkedIn Top Voice, DataIQ's AI Leader of the Year, Thinkers360’s Top 10 Thought Leader in Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI and Agentic AI, The Futurum Group's Top 14 AI Influencer, PEX Network's Top 30 AI Leader, SwissCognitive’s Top 50 Global AI Ambassador, and engatica’s Top 200 Worldwide Business & Technology Innovator. He is an active member of the Harvard Business Review Council, a Gartner Peer Community Ambassador, and has been featured on CIO.com, VentureBeat, InformationWeek, and other outlets.

Follow his “What’s the BUZZ?” live stream & podcast and newsletter, “The AI MEMO”, and work with Andreas to turn hype into outcomes for your business.

Andreas 's Virtual Presenter Certificate

Get Your Business AI-Ready: 9 Steps to Leading Successful AI Programs

Format: 60-minute keynote or workshop (adaptable upon request)


This program is perfect for:

  • Senior business leaders looking to integrate AI into their strategic vision
  • Senior technology leaders aiming to lead successful AI implementations


The audience will leave with:

  • A comprehensive framework for leading AI programs from strategy to...
BusinessStrategyArtificial Intelligence (AI)Educational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

AI in Business: A Reality Check Beyond The Hype

Format: 60-minute keynote or webinar (adaptable upon request)


This program is perfect for:

  • General audiences curious about AI's impact on business
  • Senior business leaders aiming to harness AI for strategic growth


The audience will leave with:

  • A clear understanding of AI’s history, evolution, and hype
  • Current insights into AI’s real-world...
InspirationalArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEducational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Between Automation and Autonomy: Leadership in the Age of (Agentic) AI

Format: 60-minute keynote (adaptable upon request)


This program is perfect for:

  • Business leaders and executives looking to leverage AI in their strategies
  • Decision-makers seeking to understand the future impact of AI on their industries


The audience will leave with:

  • A comprehensive understanding of AI's potential to drive innovation
  • Insights into...
BusinessInspirationalTechnologyArtificial Intelligence (AI)Educational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Turn Hype into Outcome: AI Literacy from Top to Bottom

Format: 45-60 minute keynote (adaptable upon request)

 

This program is perfect for:

  • AI, Data, Information Technology, and Technology leaders and teams
  • Digital Transformation initiatives

 

The audience will leave with:

  • Awareness of the business-technology gap for AI
  • Three approaches to AI literacy (training, projects, mindset)
  • Understanding...
InnovationArtificial Intelligence (AI)TechnologyEducational / InformativeTechnical / Specific

Exploring ChatGPT, Claude, Copilot & Co. for Business: Getting Started with Your Personal Assistant

Format: 60-minute workshop (adaptable upon request)

 

This program is perfect for:

  • IT departments seeking to leverage new technologies.
  • Technology teams collaborating with business leaders to drive innovation.


The audience will leave with:

  • A comprehensive understanding of Generative AI technology.
  • Insights into the limitations and potential of...
InnovationBusiness TrendsArtificial Intelligence (AI)Educational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing

Knowledge is Power: Tackling Misinformation in the Age of Generative AI

Format: 45-minute keynote (adaptable upon request)


This program is perfect for:

  • Business leaders and executives
  • Corporate communication teams
  • Risk management professionals


The audience will leave with:

  • An acute awareness of the growing risks of misinformation
  • Insight into the speed and ease with which misinformation can be...
TechnologyStrategyArtificial Intelligence (AI)Educational / InformativeInspirational / Life-changing
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IQPC

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M.M., Senior Program Director — R&D, IQPC
Verified

Andreas was an absolute pleasure to work with as a chair & a speaker at the 2nd Generative AI Week! He brought wonderful expertise, professionalism and cultivated a wonderful atmosphere. He is a well-respected figure in the world of GenAI who develops great working relationships & I am very much looking forward to working with him again in the future!

PEX Network

Virtual

F.D., Conference Producer, PEX Network
Verified

Andreas has remarkable knowledge in all things artificial intelligence. I came to him as a producer at PEX Network in the hopes that he would explain agentic Al to our community and me. This was in fall 2024, when agentic Al was still not known by the masses. He was able to articulate what it is, how it will impact operations and other aspects of work and life, and how to leverage these tools even in their infancy. He did so in a way that was easily understood by a non-technical audience. It helped me personally because I needed to learn about these topics quickly to best serve our community. I am grateful, I continue to follow Andreas' posts to keep learning from him. I hope we will be able to collaborate in the future, too. I highly recommend him as a speaker and someone who can teach you about Al in these rapidly evolving times with great tech advancements.

Packt Conferences

Virtual

M.N., Event Producer, Packt Conferences
Verified

Andreas Welsch delivered a power talk at Packt's Generative AI conference and I must say, it was nothing short of exceptional. Andreas brought a unique blend of expertise, energy, and relevance to the stage, captivating the audience from start to finish. In his talk, Andreas delved into insights gathered from interviews with several AI leaders featured on the 'What's the BUZZ?' — AI in Business podcast, and distilled them into five game-changing techniques. These battle-tested best practices, tailored for both tech professionals and leaders, were presented with remarkable clarity and precision, making them immediately applicable to our generative AI endeavors. What stood out the most was Andreas' unwavering commitment to audience engagement. His dynamic delivery and interactive approach kept everyone fully engaged and energized throughout the session. It was evident that Andreas had invested significant time and effort in preparation, ensuring that every minute of his talk was packed with valuable content and practical takeaways. Moreover, the relevance of Andreas' presentation was undeniable. In a rapidly evolving field like generative AI, staying ahead of the curve is paramount, and Andreas provided us with invaluable insights that will undoubtedly shape our future endeavors in this space. I wholeheartedly recommend Andreas Welsch as a speaker for any event focused on generative AI or related topics. His expertise, passion, and ability to connect with the audience make him a true standout in the field. Thank you, Andreas, for an enlightening and inspiring session!

Association of Data Scientists

Virtual

D.V.K., Senior Director, Association of Data Scientists
Verified

At Deep Learning DevCon (DLDC) 2024, Andreas Welsch delivered a standout session titled "Better Together: Collaboration Models for Data Scientists and Business Stakeholders." Andreas’s presentation was highly praised for its deep insights into the essential collaboration between data scientists and business stakeholders. His session offered valuable strategies on how to effectively align technical and business perspectives, address common challenges, and bridge communication gaps. Attendees found Andreas’s session to be both practical and enlightening, providing actionable strategies to enhance cross-functional partnerships and drive successful data and AI projects. His expertise significantly enriched the conference experience. Thank you, Andreas, for your impactful and insightful contribution!

EpicAI

Virtual

S.Z., Conference Producer, EpicAI
Verified

Andreas delivered an exceptional presentation at our recent summit, showcasing profound speaking skills and expertise. He is a professional speaker, indeed, who can consistently deliver insightful and clear content tailored to the audience's needs. Throughout the preparation process, Andreas remained open to feedback and collaboration, demonstrating professionalism and dedication. I wholeheartedly recommend him as a speaker. His knowledge, charisma, and experience make him an invaluable addition to any event!

LinkedIn Learning

Virtual

R.V., Senior Staff Instructor, LinkedIn Learning
Verified @espeakers.com

We launched a new streaming show at LinkedIn Learning and one of the first people we thought to bring on was Andreas Welsch because of his background and wealth of knowledge working to improve and build AI Strategies for Business. What I loved about hosting Andreas besides the extensive experience and background was his great attitude and next-level professionalism. He was highly engaged and incredibly prepared before, during and after the show. I appreciate his willingness to participate and engage with the audience. So far, it's been the show with the most interaction. Andreas didn't just participate in the show, he managed to make it better by sharing his own knowledge and experience streaming, what he learned during LinkedIn's Creator Accelerator program and his feedback and suggestions through the experience.

Internal Revenue Service

Virtual

A.M., Director, Analytics Research and Technology, Internal Revenue Service
Verified @espeakers.com

Andreas participated as a panelist at one of our events geared toward readying organizations for AI. He brought very valuable perspectives on this topic and was a great addition to our panel line-up. He spoke very clearly and knowledgeably, and we were very happy he agreed to join us for this!

The TJX Companies

Virtual

B.M., Director, Intelligent Automation, The TJX Companies
Verified @espeakers.com

Had a pleasure of hosting Andreas for community of Software engineering event. Truly appreciate and recommend Andreas as he delivered an exceptional presentation on the AI mindset. The presentation captivated our audience with their deep knowledge, engaging style, and thought-provoking insights. The audience were genuinely inspired by their depth of knowledge and passion for the subject. The presentation on the approach of scaling AI with the right mindset is a complicated topic but Andreas articulated the concepts with clarity and left a lasting impression

Transatlantic AI eXchange

Virtual

T.N., Founder, Transatlantic AI eXchange
Verified @espeakers.com

Andreas recently was one of the expert speakers at our Transatlantic AI eXchange. His knowledge and insights into AI was extremally valuable to our audience who provide positive feedback afterwards.

WOW AI

Virtual

H.D., CEO & Co-Founder, WOW AI
Verified @wow-ai.com

Andreas has delivered the opening keynote for our annual Global AI Webinar with 10,000+ participants. His keynote set the tone for this two-day event and has been among the top 3 sessions, based on attendee feedback. We specifically wanted to work with Andreas because of his thought leadership and practical experience leading AI projects in the enterprise.

IAC.ai

On-Site

O.G., CEO & Co-Founder, IAC.ai
Verified @iac.ai

I love the fact that Andreas speaks from experience and that he can convey complex things in simple terms. I particularly like his ability to make AI tangible, although AI is something complex, big, broad — and is evolving rapidly. As the market moves more and more to AI, Andreas’ perspective will help those who are about to set up their AI CoE.

German Employment Agency

Virtual

M.F.D., Digital Change Management Expert, German Employment Agency
Verified @arbeitsagentur.de

Andreas has joined our second annual “Human-Friendly Automation Day” to give a keynote on the top aspects for successful AI projects. He has inspired our audience with tangible examples how to include those affected by automation of work and how IT, HR, and domain experts can collaborate to enable the workforce for success.

KurMeta Group

On-Site

P.K., SAP Community Evangelist, KurMeta Group
Verified @kurchina.com

I’ve been working with Andreas on several in-person and remote events for SAP expert and user group communities since 2016 — all of which have received excellent feedback. Andreas conveys complex topics in simple terms that the audience quickly understands. He puts together talk tracks and content in no time and is flexible to tailor both to the audience’s needs. His passion really shows in all his efforts. Andreas also weaves in demos and additional examples, which make him a credible source of information for the audience.

Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University

Virtual

J.R., President, AI Club, Kellogg School of Management, Northwestern University
Verified @kellogg.northwestern.edu

Andreas has joined our speaker series that the AI Club at Kellogg School of Business organizes to learn from leaders in the industry. My fellow MBA students and I were inspired by Andreas’ career story and have a better understanding now of how AI is relevant to all aspects of business, and how future leaders can support innovation.