Wired for Change: AI, Data, and the Future of Everything

AI is evolving fast—but without a strong data foundation, even the most powerful tools can fall flat. In this keynote, Cory Smith explores what it really takes to win with AI: a modern data strategy, scalable infrastructure, ethical design, and a culture ready for innovation.

You’ll learn how to assess your AI readiness, navigate governance and compliance, and build trust-driven systems that deliver real business value.

For over 20 years, I’ve led innovation, transformation, and emerging tech strategy for Fortune 100s and global nonprofits—helping organizations not just manage change, but lead through it. I specialize in turning complexity into clarity, aligning bold ideas with business outcomes, and scaling AI, GenAI, and emerging tech from pilot to enterprise impact.

My passion lies at the intersection of technology, strategy, and human experience. From building high-performing innovation teams to reimagining outdated systems, I help leaders drive real results—not just slide decks and buzzwords.

I’m known for making the ambiguous actionable, energizing teams through uncertainty, and embedding the voice of the customer into every strategic move. Whether it’s modernizing delivery models or mapping customer journeys to value streams, I bring pragmatic vision and future-forward thinking.

If you're seeking a someone who’s been in the trenches of enterprise change—I bring the stories, insights, and strategies that move ideas to action.