AI Keynote Speaker
DISRUPTION-PROOF: HOW AI, TRUSTED DATA, AND RESILIENT LEADERSHIP DRIVE BUSINESS GROWTH
THE AI ADVANTAGE: FUELING BUSINESS GROWTH WITH BETTER DATA
Let’s get real: AI isn’t coming — it’s already here, rewriting the rules of the game while most companies are still trying to find the rulebook.
We’re talking about a complete rewiring of how businesses compete, grow, and survive. Whether it’s cutting costs, driving revenue, or unleashing creativity, AI isn’t just a tool—it’s your new competitive edge.
And Cloudera? They’re not just riding the wave. They’re building the engine room for it—empowering companies with data strategies that fuel trusted, accurate, revenue-driving AI. I’ve seen it firsthand. As a leadership keynote speaker and someone who’s spent a career turning adversity into advantage, I know one thing: your mindset has to move as fast as the technology you’re trying to use.
AI is no longer an emerging trend—it’s the engine room of innovation. Companies using AI to personalize experiences, automate grunt work, and predict customer behavior aren’t just saving time—they’re multiplying revenue.
Need proof? McKinsey says AI-powered personalization alone can drive a 10%-15% revenue lift, with some companies seeing as much as 25% growth. Accenture found AI automation can cut operating costs by 30%.
That’s not hype. That’s hard-hitting, high-impact ROI. But AI is only as smart as the data feeding it. Garbage in? Goodbye growth.
BLIND AMBITION™: CHAD FOSTER KEYNOTE SPEAKER REEL
DATA WITHOUT STRATEGY IS JUST NOISE
That’s why Cloudera’s trusted data architecture is a game changer. Cloudera isn’t just another platform; it’s the connective tissue between data chaos and AI-driven clarity. Their lakehouse architecture merges the flexibility of data lakes with the performance of warehouses, delivering a high-octane engine for predictive analytics, generative AI, and business agility. Blending scalability with speed, Cloudera gives businesses:
- One integrated source of truth
- Bulletproof data governance
- Enterprise-grade AI you can actually trust
- Their machine learning platform (CML) lets data scientists move from insight to action without jumping through hoops. The result? Faster deployment, better models, and—yes—more business growth.
That’s not just IT talk. That’s innovation strategy. And this isn’t theoretical—this is happening now.
GENERATIVE AI IS ONLY AS SMART AS YOUR DATA
WHY LEADERSHIP STILL MATTERS (SPOILER: IT ALWAYS WILL)
Here’s where I come in.
You can have the best AI stack in the world—but if your leaders can’t adapt, it’s game over. I partner with organizations to build leadership cultures that don’t just survive disruption—they thrive in it.
“The rules of the game are changing. Tasks once considered “easy” will be obsolete. What we used to call “hard” will become the new baseline. And what seemed “impossible” yesterday will soon be achievable—and expected.” — Micha Kaufman, CEO, Fiverr
At events like Cloudera’s EVOLVE24, I walk teams through the mindset shifts that make or break AI adoption:
Choosing courage over comfort
Telling the right internal stories
Owning the response to uncertainty
Using adversity as innovation fuel
This is what separates the disrupted from the disruptors.
As an AI keynote speaker, change keynote speaker, and resilience keynote speaker, I show teams how to break through the noise—and lead with visionary clarity, not fear.
“Excuses are for losers. The facts aren’t going to change—so your mindset better.” — Chad E. Foster, Leadership Keynote Speaker
"The highlight of the Sales Kick Off … was Chad’s inspirational talk. I have eyes but lack [his] vision…. [He is] indeed a visionary."
- IBM
PROOF: AI IS ALREADY WINNING IN THE REAL WORLD
These aren’t science fiction stories—they’re results:
- Finance: Fraud detection accuracy is up. False positives are down. Banks are saving millions.
- Healthcare: AI models are predicting illness before symptoms show. That’s not futuristic That’s today.
- Retail: Inventory optimized in real time. More sales. Fewer write-offs. Better customer experience.
- Tech Giants: Struggling without the right data foundation—proving Cloudera’s value in real time.Tech Giants: Struggling without the right data foundation—proving Cloudera’s value in real time.
These wins aren’t happening in spite of AI. They’re happening because of it—with the right data, the right tools, and the right mindset.
PURSUE YOUR TRANSITION WITH BLIND AMBITION™: CHANGE MANAGEMENT SPEAKER
WHAT’S NEXT? PREDICTIVE EVERYTHING
Looking ahead, here’s where the smart money is betting:
- Predictive analytics baked into every business function
- AI-powered decision-making that reduces human bottlenecks
- Hyper-personalized marketing based on real-time behavior
- Resilient, change-proof teams that can pivot on a dime
That last one? That’s not code. That’s culture.
The companies winning tomorrow are investing in AI and in the people who can lead through disruption today.
"Highly recommend Chad if you are looking to build a team that thrives in change!"
- Salesforce
FINAL WORD: TECH DOESN’T WIN ALONE. PEOPLE DO
AI is powerful. But it doesn’t lead.
People do.
That’s why I work with forward-thinking organizations—from startups to giants like Google—to create leaders who can unlock the full potential of AI, drive innovation, and build the kind of culture that converts chaos to clarity—using adversity to ignite advantage in the marketplace.
Whether you need an innovation keynote speaker, an AI keynote speaker, or someone who can build a mindset forged in fire—I’m here to help your team see what’s possible… even when it seems impossible.
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What is a Great Keynote Speaker?
Not just stories. Not just entertainment. It’s about connection, clarity, and calling people out - to step up, think bigger, and get uncomfortable enough to change.
How do I do it? Well, I went totally blind at 21, and I didn’t just adapt - I went from blind and broke to leading billion-dollar deals, building software Oracle said couldn’t be done, and started battletesting myself with Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and taking on black diamond slopes with nothing but a guide and grit - all with my eyes closed. As a high-impact sales keynote speaker, leadership keynote speaker, and change keynote speaker, I deliver keynotes to titans like Google, Salesforce, and Fidelity that don’t just inspire - they transform.
1. IMPACTFUL STORYTELLING
I don’t just tell stories - I live them. I take your audience inside the moments that tested me, broke me, and built me.
- This isn’t just about what happened to me - it’s about what’s possible for them.
- They’ll see themselves in my story - and they’ll see a way forward they never saw before.
2. ENTERTAINING DELIVERY
Nobody remembers boring. I bring the laughs, the surprises, the raw emotion - and yeah, the edge.
- If they’re not engaged, they’re not learning.
- I make sure they feel it: the humor, the heart, and the hit-you-in-the-gut truths.
Research backs it up: Emotional engagement significantly boosts retention.
👉 Harvard Business Review
3. DIFFERENTIATED CONTENT
This isn’t recycled motivational junk. I give your people tools they can use - now. Simple, sharp, and straight-up actionable.
- Easy to grasp. Impossible to ignore.
- Designed to spark immediate shifts in mindset and culture.
4. ACCESSIBLE & SCIENCE-BACKED
Everything I teach is rooted in real-world experience and human behavior science. But don’t worry, no lab coats here.
- I speak human, not academic.
- Your audience won’t get a science lesson - they’ll get a masterclass in resilience, accountability, and ownership.
Research Insight: Applying behavioral science can accelerate change adoption.
👉 McKinsey
READY TO SHAKE THINGS UP?
If you want a ‘bless your heart’ speaker who leaves your people unchanged, don’t book me. But if you’re ready to break through barriers, eliminate the excuses, and get your audience fired up to own their outcomes, then let’s talk.
As a top-rated business keynote speaker, I’ve got the passion and the playbook to power your performance. Let’s get started.