AI Thought Leaders

Tarmo Pajunen is the CTO and co-founder of Brillian and has been at the forefront of AI-adoption in various key roles, including building growth at Europe’s largest private AI company, Silo AI.

Oliver is a Nordic tech entrepreneur and investor passionate about bringing new and paradigm-shifting technologies to market. This passion has led him to an over decade-long entrepreneurial career focused on emerging software industries and global markets – from AI startups and venture capital to Fortune 500 technology leaders such as Google.

Oguzhan (Ouz) Gencoglu is an AI expert, serial entrepreneur, and advisor. He has several years of experience in leading AI teams for developing, deploying, and scaling production-grade AI solutions.

Mika Aho is the CEO and Co-founder of Data Design, an AI advisory and implementation agency helping enterprises win in the age of AI. Most recently, he has established a joint venture in India with a mission to train 10000 people in AI within one year.

Elin Hauge is a highly sought-after international keynote speaker, board director, and strategic advisor renowned for her profound insights into artificial intelligence and its transformative impact on business and society.

Tero Ojanperä is a distinguished technology visionary, entrepreneur, and thought leader at the forefront of artificial intelligence and platform strategy. As the co-founder and former Chairman of Silo AI, the largest private AI lab in the Nordics, and a Professor of Practice at Aalto University, he possesses a deep understanding of the transformative power of AI across industries.

Maria Ritola is a Finnish entrepreneur, speaker, and recognized technology influencer with a strong focus on the societal and business implications of artificial intelligence. As a co-founder of Iris.ai, a company developing AI-powered tools for researchers, Maria has been at the forefront of exploring how AI can augment human intellect and drive innovation.

Katie King is a highly acclaimed international keynote speaker, consultant, and author, recognized as a leading voice in the field of artificial intelligence and its strategic application across various industries. With over three decades of experience advising global brands and business leaders, Katie has established herself as a preeminent expert in guiding organizations through the complexities of AI adoption and digital transformation. Her profound understanding of how AI can be ethically harnessed for business growth, marketing, sales, HR, and customer experience makes her a sought-after thought leader.

Mikko Alasaarela is an impact entrepreneur, community builder, and a researcher, consultant, and speaker focusing on the profound influence of artificial intelligence in our lives. His expertise spans a wide array of critical areas within AI, including emotionally intelligent AI, algorithmic incentives, social media algorithms, and the broader implications of AI on human behavior and society.

In his talks, Antti shakes up conventional thinking about industrial AI and highlights how data-driven automation is transforming entire industries from manufacturing to supply chain management. He explores the challenges and opportunities of predictive maintenance, modern operational systems, prescriptive analytics, and industrial process optimization. As the Principal Industrial AI consultant for the world leading operationaa consultancy EFESO, Antti has exceptional insights into cutting-edge AI developments within top-tier manufacturing organizations globally.

Katja Schipperheijn is a highly regarded international keynote speaker, consultant, and thought leader specializing in the transformative power of artificial intelligence for customer experience (CX) and marketing.

David Rowan is a highly respected technology journalist, speaker, and investor, renowned for his insightful analysis of global innovation and emerging technologies, with a significant and growing focus on the transformative power of artificial intelligence. As the former editor-in-chief of WIRED UK, he has spent over a decade immersed in the world of cutting-edge technology, interviewing founders, researchers, and thinkers at the forefront of AI development and its application across diverse industries.

Henri ”Henkka” Hyppönen is a creative strategist, author, and speaker who explores the intersection of human creativity and artificial intelligence. As the Chief Innovation Officer at Younite-AI, he is deeply involved in helping businesses understand and implement AI strategically to gain a competitive edge.

Mikko Hyppönen is a globally recognized cybersecurity expert, a best-selling author and a TED Speaker. Mikko is known for his deep understanding of cyber threats and digital security. His extensive knowledge of cyber attacks and the evolving digital landscape provide a crucial and insightful perspective on the security implications presented by the rapid advancement and widespread adoption of artificial intelligence.

There are influencers and there are experts. With 25 years of cutting-edge AI research in the academia, over 100 scientific articles, multiple startups, and an award-winning AI course with over 1.6 million participants globally, Teemu Roos is definitely an expert in AI. With his decades-long experience at the forefront of AI innovation and as an international keynote speaker, he swiftly cuts through unfounded hype and myths to help you build your AI journey on a solid, science-based foundation.