Kevin Surace

Kevin Surace

Keynote Speaker: Silicon Valley Innovator, Serial Entrepreneur, Tech Pioneer

Kevin Surace Biography

Kevin Surace is recognized as the leading speaker on generative AI applications and impacts. He is a Silicon Valley innovator, serial entrepreneur, CEO, TV personality, and edutainer. Surace has been featured by major media outlets including Businessweek, Time, Fortune, Forbes, CNN, ABC, MSNBC, and FOX News, and he has delivered keynotes at hundreds of events, including those for INC5000, TED, and the US Congress. He was named INC Magazine’s Entrepreneur of the Year, a CNBC top Innovator of the Decade, and a World Economic Forum Tech Pioneer. Additionally, he served as Chair of the Silicon Valley Forum, was a Planet Forward Innovator of the Year nominee, featured for 5 years on TechTV’s "Silicon Spin," and was inducted into RIT’s Innovation Hall of Fame. Surace holds 94 worldwide patents and is celebrated for his dynamic speaking style that combines education and entertainment, energizing audiences to action.

Surace led pioneering work on the first cellular data smartphone (AirCommunicator), the first plastic multichip semiconductor packages, and the first human-like AI virtual assistant (Portico), including ONStar for General Motors. His innovations extend to soundproof drywall, high R-value windows, AI-driven building management technology, one of the first Generative AI products in 2017 (for software quality), supply-chain multivariate auctions, and significant energy retrofits of the Empire State Building and NY Stock Exchange. Beyond technology, he is an accomplished music director, conductor, award-winning Broadway and streaming producer, and percussionist.

Surace's most requested talks, such as "ChatGPT, Generative AI and Automation…Its impact on your life and your business," "Bringing Silicon-Valley Disruptive Innovation to Your Organization," and "Digital Transformation," reflect his expertise in AI and disruptive innovation. He customizes each presentation to the audience, ranging from 30 to 60 minutes, and is adept at moderating conversations, interviewing industry leaders, and hosting workshops and events. His extensive experience and adaptability make his presentations highly relevant and engaging for various audiences.

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Kevin Surace Speaking Topics

ChatGPT

With the advance of Generative AI including ChatGPT and other LLMs, anyone can tap huge AI language and multimodal models. How do these new large language models work? What can they do? How will it impact your business? What can I implement today? What about risks and IP? This is a high energy hard hitting and talk that will get your audience talking about how they can improve their own productivity starting today. Each keynote is specifically customized to your needs and your industry.

AI and Automation...It’s impact on your life and your company

Hear about where artificial intelligence is today, where it is going, and how you can participate. See robots and algorithms and real wins in action. Learn about the process, what we can do today, and how it can change your company starting now. Nothing to be scared of...it’s just math. You will surely laugh aloud, while this makes you ponder. You will leave with brand new knowledge ready to put to work, excited and ready to hop aboard the AI express!

Bringing Silicon-Valley Disruptive Innovation to Your Organization

How does Silicon Valley continue to innovate faster than any other region on the planet? Learn the secrets of how and why people are driven to disrupt. What culture can you bring to your own organization to encourage this process? What are the risks and rewards? And how you can get going on your company’s journey to disrupt with practical skills and to-do’s you can act on now. You will enjoy this high-energy, interactive and funny talk on disrupting any industry starting today.

Kevin Surace Videos

Kevin Surace: AI Speaker, Futurist, Visionary on Disruptive Innovation
"Toda empresa, eventualmente, será uma empresa de software"
Kevin Surace: Robotics, AI, the end of human work, and a coming Renaissance

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How much does it cost to book Kevin Surace for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Kevin Surace, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Kevin Surace are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kevin Surace, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.

What topics does Kevin Surace speak about?

Kevin Surace is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Environment, Inspirational, Disruptive Thinking, International Business, Ethics & Integrity, Sustainability, Innovation, Business Leadership, Change Management, Entrepreneurship, Business, Futurism, Future of Work, Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation and E-Commerce.

Where does Kevin Surace travel from?

Kevin Surace generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Kevin Surace?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kevin Surace for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Kevin Surace for your next private or corporate function.

What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Kevin Surace or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.

Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Kevin Surace is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Technology, Environment and Inspirational. The estimated speaking fee range to book Kevin Surace for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Kevin Surace generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Zack Kass, Andrew Busch and Ian Beacraft. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Kevin Surace for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Kevin Surace Speaking Topics

  • ChatGPT

    With the advance of Generative AI including ChatGPT and other LLMs, anyone can tap huge AI language and multimodal models. How do these new large language models work? What can they do? How will it impact your business? What can I implement today? What about risks and IP? This is a high energy hard hitting and talk that will get your audience talking about how they can improve their own productivity starting today. Each keynote is specifically customized to your needs and your industry.

  • AI and Automation...It’s impact on your life and your company

    Hear about where artificial intelligence is today, where it is going, and how you can participate. See robots and algorithms and real wins in action. Learn about the process, what we can do today, and how it can change your company starting now. Nothing to be scared of...it’s just math. You will surely laugh aloud, while this makes you ponder. You will leave with brand new knowledge ready to put to work, excited and ready to hop aboard the AI express!

  • Bringing Silicon-Valley Disruptive Innovation to Your Organization

    How does Silicon Valley continue to innovate faster than any other region on the planet? Learn the secrets of how and why people are driven to disrupt. What culture can you bring to your own organization to encourage this process? What are the risks and rewards? And how you can get going on your company’s journey to disrupt with practical skills and to-do’s you can act on now. You will enjoy this high-energy, interactive and funny talk on disrupting any industry starting today.

Kevin Surace Videos

Kevin Surace: AI Speaker, Futurist, Visionary on Disruptive Innovation
"Toda empresa, eventualmente, será uma empresa de software"
Kevin Surace: Robotics, AI, the end of human work, and a coming Renaissance

Kevin Surace Reviews

  • Nouryon - Jan 26 2024

  • Everyone was VERY thorough, professional and friendly from beginning to end! Thank you!
    PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. - Mar 22 2019

  • How do I book Kevin Surace to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Kevin Surace for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Kevin Surace, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Kevin Surace or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Kevin Surace for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Kevin Surace, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Kevin Surace are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kevin Surace, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Kevin Surace speak about?

  • Where does Kevin Surace travel from?

    Kevin Surace generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Kevin Surace?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kevin Surace for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Kevin Surace for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Kevin Surace or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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