Executive audiences have heard plenty about AI. What they have rarely heard is a speaker who can connect AI to disruption economics, name the companies being blindsided right now, and leave the room with a concrete list of where to start. That gap between awareness and action is exactly where Jim Harris has built his reputation.
Jim Harris is one of North America's foremost thinkers on AI, GenAI, disruption, and innovation. He presents at more than 60 in-person and virtual events every year, and in 2024 he was named Speaker of the Year by TEC Canada, the country's largest CEO peer mentoring organization, for AI presentations audiences described as mind-blowing, riveting, and eye-opening. Association magazine has ranked him among North America's top ten speakers.
Why do organizations book Jim Harris?
Bestselling authority. Jim is the author of the #1 international bestseller Blindsided!, published in 80 countries, and a recognized voice on how disruption reshapes industries before incumbents see it coming.
A Fortune 500 client roster. His clients include American Express, Barclays Bank, Canon, GM, IBM, SAP, Munich Re, Swiss Re, Walmart, Zurich Insurance, the UK Cabinet Office, and the Top 200 CIOs of India.
Strategy, not just a speech. Beyond keynotes, Jim leads strategic planning sessions with executive teams, which means his talks are built from real boardroom conversations, not conference-circuit recycling.
What keynotes does Jim Harris deliver?
Jim's signature talk with the AI Faculty is AI & Disruptive Innovation, exploring how AI and GenAI are transforming business, government, and society, with real use cases across sales, service, finance, and operations. He also delivers The Future of Work & AI and a specialized AI for Healthcare Organizations keynote for hospital boards and health conferences. Each talk is customized to your audience and industry.
What is Jim Harris like on stage?
High energy, evidence-dense, and relentlessly practical. Audiences leave with specific tools, use cases, and an action plan, not just inspiration. Watch his keynote footage in the speaker demo video library, and read verified client feedback on the testimonials page.
How do you book Jim Harris?
Jim's calendar fills quickly at 60+ events a year, so early inquiries get the best availability. Submit your event date, audience profile, and budget range through the keynote booking page, or explore corporate packages that pair Jim's keynote with executive strategy sessions. Comparing options? Browse all AI keynote speakers on the AI Faculty roster.
Frequently asked questions
What topics does Jim Harris speak about?
AI and GenAI in business, disruptive innovation, exponential organizations, the future of work, and industry-specific AI transformation, with healthcare a frequent focus.
Does Jim Harris speak at virtual events?
Yes. Jim presents at both in-person and virtual events worldwide; see virtual keynote options for formats and technical specs.
Who has Jim Harris worked with?
Clients include IBM, Walmart, American Express, Barclays, Canon, GM, SAP, Munich Re, Swiss Re, Zurich Insurance, and the UK Cabinet Office, among many others.