Co-founder of Siri & Viv Labs, Chief Architect of the CALO Project & Former Engineering Director Of The iPhone Group at Apple
Adam Cheyer’s Biography:
Adam Cheyer is an American artificial intelligence pioneer, entrepreneur and technology executive best known as the Co-Founder of Siri, the groundbreaking virtual assistant that transformed the way people interact with technology. As a Co-Founder of Viv Labs, later acquired by Samsung, Adam has helped shape the evolution of conversational AI over several decades. His unique combination of technical expertise, entrepreneurial success and experience commercialising world-changing innovations makes him one of the most respected speakers on artificial intelligence, voice technology, innovation and the future of human computer interaction.
Adam began his career as a Software Engineer at Bull SA before joining SRI International, where he spent more than a decade leading advanced artificial intelligence research. During his time there, he became Chief Architect of the pioneering CALO project, the research programme that laid the foundations for Siri. Alongside senior leadership roles as Vice President of Engineering at Verticalnet and Dejima, he continued driving AI innovation before co-founding Siri in 2008. Following Apple’s acquisition of Siri, Adam served as Engineering Director before launching Viv Labs in 2012. After Samsung acquired Viv Labs, he became Vice President of Research and Development, helping advance the company’s AI strategy. He also co-founded Sentient Technologies and Change.org, demonstrating his commitment to both technological innovation and social impact.
Throughout his career, Adam has received widespread recognition for his contributions to artificial intelligence. He won the Crunchies Award for Best Technology Achievement and the SXSW Innovative Web Technologies Award, while also being named among the Top Visionaries in Voice in both 2019 and 2020. His achievements also include the AI Tech Award and the Upstart 100 Award. Beyond his executive roles, Adam has served on the Scientific Advisory Board for the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence and advises companies including Riva Health, Otter.ai and Brilliant Labs.
As a keynote speaker, Adam combines deep technical expertise with first-hand experience building some of the world’s most influential AI technologies. Drawing on decades at the forefront of AI research, product development and startup growth, he delivers engaging presentations that inspire organisations to embrace innovation, understand emerging technologies and prepare for the next generation of intelligent systems.
Why Hire Adam Cheyer?
Adam Cheyer offers audiences a rare insider’s perspective on the creation of modern conversational AI and the commercialisation of transformative technologies. Having delivered his TEDx talk Lessons From Siri, he shares practical lessons on innovation, entrepreneurship, product development and the future of artificial intelligence. Drawing on leadership roles at Apple, Samsung, SRI International and multiple successful startups, Adam explains how breakthrough ideas become global products, helping organisations understand the opportunities, challenges and long term impact of AI on business, technology and society.
Adam Cheyer’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Adam Cheyer’s remarkable career:
- 2021 – Became an Advisor for Riva Health, supporting innovation in AI driven healthcare technology.
- 2020 – Served as Advisor for Otter.ai and Brilliant Labs while being recognised on the Top Visionaries in Voice 2020 list.
- 2019 – Won the AI Tech Award, was named on the Top Visionaries in Voice 2019 list and became an Advisor for Evolv Technologies.
- 2016 – Served as Vice President of Research & Development at Samsung following its acquisition of Viv Labs and received the Upstart 100 Award.
- 2014 – Joined the Scientific Advisory Board for the Allen Institute for Artificial Intelligence, supporting cutting edge AI research.
- 2012 – Co-founded Viv Labs as Vice President of Engineering, developing the next generation of intelligent virtual assistants.
- 2010 – Worked as Engineering Director at Apple and won the SXSW Innovative Web Technologies Award.
- 2008 – Co-founded Siri Inc., creating the revolutionary virtual assistant that would later be acquired by Apple.
- 2003 – Became Program Director of the AI Center at SRI International, leading advanced artificial intelligence research.
- 1987 – Began his career as a Software Engineer at Bull SA, establishing the technical foundations for his future leadership in AI.
Videos
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Testimonials
“Adam presented to 700 of our top IT clients. They had a great experience as he explained the past present and future of AI. Adam was funny, engaging and even did an incredible magic trick that we still can’t figure out!” – Finnur, CEO, Nýherji
“To put it simply Adam is the most versatile and talented human being I ever worked with. His exceptional programming skills combined with realistic visions of the future, hands-on leadership and tireless enthusiasm is just unmatched. Everything becomes clear and simple when you run it through his brain: He has this ability to explode herculean projects in atomic tasks, making everyone involved in his teams proud of the accomplishments — It was pure joy and excitement to go to work with him every day.” – Luc, The Future of Technology. Now
“When you combine an ability to simplify complex problems, raw enthusiasm, technical creativity, innate talent, and hard work you’ll find a person like Adam. We haven’t worked together since 2000, but we have collaborated in the intervening years. Adam’s had a meteoric career because of the aforementioned qualities, but what’s set him apart is his insatiable curiosity. He’s a great team leader and player. Wherever he goes, or whatever he does, you can be sure it’ll be fun, exhilarating and great results.” – Eric, Vice President, Booz Allen Hamilton
“Adam is a truly visionary computer scientist, and he has a rare gift for creating incredibly compelling demonstrations of what is possible through new paradigms for computing and interaction. I’ve watched Adam do demos so mind-opening that they literally made me cry (in a good way!).” – Steven, Chief Patent Officer and Deputy General, SRI International
“Collaborative, very well received and working with him was an absolute breeze” – Temenos Headquarters SA
Speaking Topics
Adam Cheyer’s Official Keynote Topics:
- The Future of AI & Businesses
- Hey Siri – A Founding Story
- How to Build a Successful Startup – Lessons from the founder of Siri Inc.
- I Can Help With That – The future of intelligent interface agents
How Much Does Adam Cheyer Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Adam Cheyer?
Adam Cheyer’s speaking fees typically reflect their exceptional career and international demand. Engagements vary depending on location, format, and duration; keynote appearances, conferences, and international events may command higher fees due to travel and preparation requirements.
