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Kay Firth-Butterfield is a prominent figure in the fields of artificial intelligence (AI) and ethics, known for her thought-provoking talks and her advocacy for the responsible use of technology. As a motivational speaker, she draws on her deep understanding of AI and its potential impacts on society, offering audiences valuable insights into how they can navigate an increasingly tech-driven world. Her ability to combine legal, ethical, and technological perspectives makes her a compelling speaker at global conferences, with a focus on inspiring organisations and individuals to think critically about the future of AI.
Kay’s career began with a strong foundation in law, which she pursued early in her professional life. She became a Barrister at Doughty Street Chambers and later served as Judge for the UK Ministry of Justice. Her legal expertise paved the way for a deeper exploration into the ethical implications of emerging technologies, leading to key roles such as Chief Executive Officer of Good Tech Advisory and Executive Director of the Centre for Trustworthy Technology. Her role as a Senior Research Fellow at the University of Texas and her advisory positions for organisations like Swiss RE and Fathom.org have allowed her to shape policies around AI’s development and deployment, ensuring ethical considerations are always a priority.
Her list of accomplishments has grown exponentially over the years. In 2024, Kay was honoured by being named to the Forbes 50 Over 50: Innovation list and included in the Marquis Who’s Who Maker’s List of Emerging Innovators to Watch. She was also a recipient of the TIME100 AI Impact Award for her extraordinary contributions to AI and its societal impact. In the same year, she participated in a fireside chat at the Cognizant Chalet in Davos, a prestigious platform for leaders in technology. These recent recognitions highlight the growing impact she has in her field, establishing her as a global leader in AI ethics.
Kay’s ability to blend technical expertise with ethical insights has made her a highly sought-after speaker. She was personally invited by Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft, to speak and advise on a Microsoft panel, further cementing her reputation as an authority in the field. Her extensive experience and achievements make her a trusted advisor to organisations looking to integrate AI responsibly. Whether addressing global conferences or advising world leaders, Kay’s unique perspective on AI continues to inspire and influence the way industries approach emerging technologies.
Kay Firth-Butterfield is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“Kay Firth-Butterfield joined our Executive Forum with our key customers in October 2023 in France and I was able to interview her on stage on AI Ethics questions which are currently on top of mind for our customers. Kay’s deep and broad knowledge of AI allowed Kay to raise a lot of awareness and to provide insight into how enterprises should respond to the questions raised by AI, both for AI created by technology companies or AI procured by enterprises in all industry sectors. Kay is very engaging and did not only show a lot of presence on stage but also had great follow-up discussions with customers over dinner and throughout the day.”
“Kay is simply amazing and one of the most caring people I have encountered in my career… She is extremely passionate about protecting people from the potential negative consequences of the use of technology, and it shows in every speech she gives and every article she writes. She is also incredibly well-spoken and very thoughtful in everything she says. It is my pleasure to have worked with her…”
“At a high-profile event last week Kay was a guest speaker who took part in a fireside chat with one of our client’s senior business leaders, the topic being ‘Responsible innovation in the age of AI’. Kay was a delight to work with throughout and had a wonderful presence onstage; professional, insightful, incredibly interesting but also with a very warm and friendly air. Kay was also very open pre-event to join a couple of calls, both to enable us to give her a full briefing but she also took the time to virtually meet with her ‘interviewee’ to discuss flow, key topics and develop a relationship which again ensured a much more cohesive, relaxed and engaging tone when in the live situation. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Kay for any speaking engagement.”
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