Keynotes · Panels · Guest Talks
AI talks for the design industry
Keynotes, panels, and guest lectures that make AI practical, grounded, and genuinely useful for design audiences.
Conferences · Chapter Meetings · Schools · Media
Looking for a speaker on AI in design?
I speak at industry events, association chapter meetings, conferences, and design schools — from keynotes and panels to guest lectures and podcast conversations. My focus is making AI clear, credible, and immediately useful for design audiences.
Talks I deliver
Each session is tailored to your audience, format, and time slot.
Everyday AI for Designers
The practical tools and workflows designers can put to use right away — no hype, no overwhelm.
AI & the Creative Process
How AI is reshaping concepting and client communication, and why it amplifies designers rather than replacing them.
AI Image Generation for Design
Using generative tools to explore concepts and help clients visualize ideas faster.
Staying Ahead in a Fast-Moving Industry
A keynote on where AI is taking design next, and how to lead through it with confidence.
Who I speak to
Audiences across the design industry and beyond.
Industry associations & chapters · Conferences & design weeks · Design schools & universities · Showrooms & manufacturers · Firms & in-house teams · Podcasts & media
Formats
In person or virtual, sized to your event.
Keynote
A signature talk to open or anchor your event.
Panel
Moderator or guest panelist on AI in design.
Guest Lecture
Workshop-style sessions for schools and teams.
Podcast & Media
Interviews and guest appearances.
As Seen & Heard
A selection of past keynotes, panels, guest lectures, features, and podcast conversations.
Industry Events & Webinars
CIDQ 2026 Annual Conference — Keynote speaker (upcoming)
Minicon 2025 — Keynote speaker and panelist
ASID California Peninsula Chapter Meeting — Guest presenter
Design Leadership Network — Guest presenter
Philly Tech Week | Design Philadelphia 2024 & 2025 — Guest panelist
Pop Into Excellence 2025 — Guest presenter
Decorators & Designers Association of Canada — Guest presenter
Texas State University — Guest lecture
Podcasts
Beyond the Prompt — Barriers to Entry
AI and Competitiveness in the Interior Design Market - Nuvem Taslks
Embracing AI in Interior Design — Design Lovers
AI & Interior Design Interview - Designport
Mastering AI in Your Design Business — The Business of Beautiful Spaces
Is AI Going to Kill the Interior Design Industry? — The Little Design Corner
How AI is Changing the Interior Design Industry — Designing Success
Press & Features
Can AI Save Me the Cost of an Interior Designer? - Wall Street Journal
AI: the Good, the Bad and the Caveats - Livingetc.
Private Engagements
Stark Showroom, NJ — Guest presenter
CIDQ 2026 Board Meeting — Guest presenter
Stark North America — Guest presenter, Rising Star program
Schwartz Design Showroom, NJ & CT — Guest presenter
Profit Insiders — Guest presenter
Maria Killam's Designer Community - Guest presenter
Steelcase, Washington DC — Guest presenter
ProSource Annual Conference, FL — Keynote speaker
Hyphn, CA — AI event presenter & panelist
Let's Work Together
Bring AI to your stage
Share a few details about your event using the form below and I'll personally be in touch.
Looking for AI training for your design team instead? That lives on the Team Training page, where private sessions are available as a Team Hub add-on.
Once I review your inquiry, I'll reply to confirm any additional details I need, then follow up with a proposal that includes my speaking fee.
