When Walter isn't on stage, much of his time is spent researching what is happening in AI and working with companies, governments and international organisations across the world on what it means for them.

His work sits somewhere between research, policy and strategy, usually with the same underlying question: what is actually changing, and which parts of it matter?

Next to this, he is a member of the OECD's AI expert network, a research affiliate at the Bennett School at the University of Cambridge, and a member of the Welsh Government's Strategic AI Advisory Board.

AI is one of those subjects where very different things can be true at the same time. The technology can be genuinely remarkable while some of the claims around it are overstated. The risks can be serious without every alarming headline being right.

Walter's work is driven by trying to make sense of that complexity.

That means looking closely at the evidence, understanding the wider economic and social consequences, and giving people enough context to form their own view about where AI is heading.

Walter has worked with organisations across technology, banking, insurance, legal services, consulting, healthcare, media and publishing, consumer goods, travel, education and the public sector.

That includes companies such as Google, Microsoft, IBM, Intel, HSBC, PwC, Coca-Cola and The Economist, alongside governments and international organisations including the OECD.

Different industries tend to arrive with rather different questions about AI, which is part of what makes the work interesting.

A comprehensive list of selected clients can be found here

Yes. Each session is 100% bespoke and adapted to the audience, industry and purpose of the event.

He works with organisers beforehand to understand the audience, the industry and the questions that are actually relevant to them.

That might mean incorporating sector-specific primary data, the most cutting edge case studies, or addressing a recent development.

No two keynotes are ever the same, that’s his promise to you.

When you’re ready to sharpen your organisation’s approach to AI, Walter is here to support. Some engagements begin with a keynote. Others begin with a research question.

Walter's work can include original research, executive sessions and retreats, workshops, moderation, advisory work and longer-term upskilling programmes. These can be commissioned independently or combined as part of a wider engagement.

For example, a project might involve a keynote followed by an executive session. Another might start with research into how AI is affecting a particular industry, with the findings used for an executive retreat. For other organisations, the priority may be an upskilling programme delivered over several sessions.

The format depends on what you are trying to achieve, and Walter will work with you to find the right way to tackle it.

Yes. Walter is based in London and regularly travels internationally for speaking engagements. He has spoken in more than 25 countries across Europe, North and South America, the Middle East, Asia and Africa.

Whether your event is in London or on the other side of the world, get in touch with the location and date and Walter's team can confirm availability and travel requirements.

Yes. Walter delivers keynotes, executive sessions and workshops both in person and virtually.

Most major conference engagements take place in person, but virtual delivery can work particularly well for international teams, internal leadership sessions and programmes involving participants across several locations.

The easiest way is to get in touch through the booking form with some initial information about the event, including the date, location, audience and format.

From there, Walter or his team will get back to you to arrange a discovery call, discuss availability and understand your specific requirements.

If it feels like the right fit, Walter will follow up with a bespoke outline setting out the proposed speaking topic, structure and areas of focus.

None of this commits you to anything. You can decide to move forward, come back to it later or leave it there, with no hard feelings.

Yes. Walter typically has a conversation with organisers before any engagement. It helps him understand who will be in the room, what has prompted the event and which questions matter most to the audience.

Not necessarily. Short-notice engagements are possible when the diary allows.

Send through the date, location and format as early as possible. Once the date is agreed, things can move fairly quickly. Walter will do his best to work around your schedule! If he is not available, he will happily recommend another speaker who may be a good fit.