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Keynotes and speaking engagements on generative AI, ChatGPT, Mistral and AI agents. Over 100 conferences delivered. In French and English, worldwide.

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Alain Goudey delivering an artificial intelligence keynote

Alain Goudey is one of the most sought-after AI keynote speakers in France. Full Professor (HDR) at NEOMA Business School, Chief Digital Officer, and regular commentator on BFM Business (Tech & Co), he has delivered over 100 keynotes on AI and digital transformation. His talks combine scientific rigor, hands-on experience (deployment of generative AI across over 12,000 people at NEOMA), and strategic vision. He was heard by the AI Task Force of the French National Assembly and signed in 2025 the first grande ecole partnership with Mistral AI.

Why Alain Goudey

A unique threefold expertise

Published researcher

Published in the International Journal of Research in Marketing (CNRS 1*), the Journal of Retailing and Consumer Services. PhD and HDR from Universite Paris-Dauphine. Research on technology acceptance and AI impact.

AI practitioner

Chief Digital Officer at NEOMA Business School. Led the deployment of generative AI across the organization from 2023. First persistent virtual campus in Europe (2020). Mistral AI partnership (2025).

Entrepreneur & media

Co-founder of AtooMedia and Mediavea. Regular commentator on BFM Business (Tech & Co). Featured in 500+ articles: Financial Times, Le Monde, Bloomberg, Les Echos, AFP, Challenges.

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AI keynote topics

AI keynotes tailored to your challenges

Each engagement is customized based on your industry, audience, and objectives.

Generative AI in business: opportunities and transformation

How ChatGPT, Mistral, Claude and AI agents are concretely transforming organizations. Large-scale deployment case study. Which jobs are impacted, what opportunities to seize, how to build an AI strategy.

AI and the future of work: what impact on jobs?

From automation to autonomous agents: how AI is reshaping organizations, skills, and collaboration. A 5-year outlook on training needs and change management.

AI, ethics and geopolitics: understanding strategic challenges

Digital sovereignty, algorithmic bias, European regulation (AI Act), US-China-Europe competition, Mistral AI's role in the French ecosystem.

AI and education: transforming teaching and training

How generative AI is changing learning, assessment, and the role of educators. Unique case study on deploying ChatGPT and Mistral to over 12,000 people.

Demystifying AI: executive briefings and public events

An accessible and impactful introduction to artificial intelligence, with live demonstrations. Ideal for sensitizing a C-suite, a corporate seminar or a public event.

AI and defense: artificial intelligence for sovereignty

How generative AI is transforming defense industries and technological sovereignty challenges. Military applications, cybersecurity, European strategic autonomy and ethical questions surrounding AI in sensitive contexts.

AI, communication and media: decoding the ongoing revolution

The impact of artificial intelligence on media, content production, misinformation and journalism. How generative AI tools are transforming corporate communications, press relations and content creation.

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Engagement formats

A format for every event

Keynote

45 min to 1.5 hours. Inspirational keynote with live AI demos. Ideal for opening a seminar or major event.

Seminar

Half-day or full day. In-depth conference with hands-on workshops and case studies tailored to your industry.

Panel

Moderation or participation. Interactive format with other experts, ideal for confronting perspectives.

Webinar

Online, in French or English. Same quality of engagement, accessible to distributed teams worldwide.

Training

From a few hours to several days. Custom program to upskill on generative AI, with hands-on exercises and industry-specific use cases.

They trusted him

References and recent engagements

Corporations: L'Oreal, Naval Group, Suez, Groupama, Soprema, Carrefour, LDLC, IDEMIA, GrandVision, PSA, MACSF, Yves Rocher, Gifi, M6 Publicites, FFB.

Institutions: French National Assembly (AI Task Force), Academy of Technologies, French Ministry of National Education, Sciences Po, IRIS.

International organizations: AACSB (USA), EFMD/Equis (Europe), AMBA (UK), Times Higher Education, Digital Education Council (Singapore).

Media: BFM Business (Tech & Co - regular commentator), Financial Times, Le Monde, Bloomberg, Les Echos, Le Figaro, Challenges, France Info, AFP, Euronews, The Conversation, Harvard Business Review, Poets&Quants.

Frequently asked questions

Everything about Alain Goudey's AI keynotes

Why choose Alain Goudey as an AI keynote speaker?
Alain Goudey combines three rare qualifications: published researcher in top international journals (CNRS 1*), practitioner who deployed generative AI at scale at NEOMA Business School (over 12,000 people), and entrepreneur (AtooMedia, Mediavea). Heard by the French National Assembly and regular commentator on BFM Business, he is one of the few AI speakers blending academic depth with real-world pragmatism.
What AI keynote topics are available?
Generative AI in business (ChatGPT, Mistral, Claude, AI agents), future of work and impact on jobs, AI and corporate strategy, AI and education/training, ethical and geopolitical challenges of AI. Each topic can be customized to your industry and objectives.
Do the keynotes include live AI demonstrations?
Yes, Alain Goudey regularly integrates live demos of ChatGPT, Mistral, Claude, AI agents and generative AI tools. These demonstrations make concepts tangible and help the audience visualize immediate applications.
Does Alain Goudey speak internationally?
Yes, in both French and English. Keynotes delivered in the USA (California, Utah, Hawaii), UK, Austria, Spain, Denmark, Norway, the Netherlands, Belgium, Portugal, Singapore, Ukraine, and Canada.
What formats are available?
Keynote (45 min to 1.5 hours), seminar (half-day or full day), panel discussion, online webinar, and custom training programs. Each format is tailored to your event and audience.
How can I book an AI keynote with Alain Goudey?
Through the contact form on his website. Provide the date, venue, desired format and number of attendees. You will receive a personalized quote within 48 hours.
Which companies have booked Alain Goudey for an AI keynote?
L'Oreal, Naval Group, Suez, Groupama, Soprema, Carrefour, LDLC, IDEMIA, GrandVision, PSA, FFB. Institutions: French National Assembly, Academy of Technologies, Ministry of Education, Sciences Po, AACSB, EFMD, AMBA.
What sets Alain Goudey apart from other AI speakers?
Alain Goudey is a Full Professor (HDR) published in top journals AND a practitioner who deployed generative AI at scale. This dual expertise enables keynotes that are both scientifically grounded and immediately actionable.

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