Founding Faculty Member | Specialties: Disruptive Innovation, AI Strategy & Transformation
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Professional summary
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 per year and leads strategic planning sessions with executive teams at some of the world's largest organizations.
Recognition and standing
- Named Speaker of the Year (2024) by TEC Canada, the country's largest CEO peer-mentoring organization and part of the global Vistage network, for AI presentations described by audiences as mind-blowing, riveting, and eye-opening
- Ranked among North America's top ten speakers by Association magazine
- Author of the #1 international bestseller Blindsided!, published in 80 countries
Client record
Advisory and speaking 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.
Areas of expertise
AI and GenAI in business; disruptive innovation and exponential organizations; the future of work; strategic planning under technology disruption; industry transformation with depth in healthcare and financial services audiences.
Engagements through the AI Faculty
Keynotes including the flagship AI & Disruptive Innovation, executive strategy sessions, executive workshops, and leadership programs within the retreat and mastermind offerings.
Verification
This profile has been reviewed by the AI Faculty advisory board; engagement inquiries route via the contact page or the booking form.