Katie King

CEO of AI in Business, Managing Director & Founder of Zoodikers Consulting & 2x Author

Katie King’s Biography:

Katie King is an internationally recognised artificial intelligence strategist, author, and keynote speaker celebrated for her ability to simplify complex ideas and inspire audiences to take action. As a speaker, Katie is dynamic, engaging, and authentic—she combines academic insight with real-world business experience, creating talks that resonate with both technical and non-technical audiences alike. Her presentations are thought-provoking and practical, offering audiences clear guidance on how to harness the power of AI responsibly and effectively in their own organisations.

Katie began her career in marketing and communications, gaining early experience as Marketing Manager at GEC Siemens before progressing to Account Director at Infopress PR. Her drive and strategic mindset saw her rise quickly to senior leadership positions, including Marketing Director for EMEA at Text 100/Next Fifteen Plc. In 2002, she co-founded 2thefore Ltd, an early indication of her entrepreneurial vision and ability to anticipate industry shifts. Over the following years, she established herself as an influential consultant, trainer, and leader in marketing and public relations.

Today, Katie is CEO of AI in Business and one of the world’s leading experts on the application of artificial intelligence in marketing, ethics, and leadership. She serves as an AI Ethics Advisor for RAD AI, sits on the Editorial Board of the AI & Ethics Journal, and advises government and industry through her role with the All-Parliamentary Group Taskforce on Artificial Intelligence. She is also an associate director at The Rialto Consultancy, a co-founder of AlinFM, and managing director and founder of Zoodikers Consulting. Her books, ‘Using Artificial Intelligence in Marketing’ and ‘AI Strategy for Sales & Marketing‘, are widely recognised as essential guides for organisations navigating digital transformation.

Katie’s achievements reflect her global influence. In 2025, she was named one of the 30 Global AI Ambassadors by Swiss Cognitive Advisory & Research, following multiple recognitions as a Top 10 AI Influencer and Leading AI Strategist. Having coached leaders from organisations such as Virgin, Harrods, O2, Arsenal FC, and Accenture, she continues to shape how businesses and governments worldwide approach the responsible integration of AI.

Why Hire Katie King?

Katie King is a highly sought-after speaker because she bridges the worlds of artificial intelligence, business, and marketing with clarity and authority. She offers first-hand insight into what it takes to lead large-scale AI implementation across complex organisations. Her talks provide audiences with a rare blend of technological depth and practical solutions, showcasing how technology and collaboration can accelerate corporate goals. Whether addressing global industries, academic institutions, or policy forums, Katie has a distinctive ability to make artificial intelligence both accessible and inspiring.

Audiences are drawn to Katie’s calm confidence and her genuine passion for building a more advanced future. She has delivered keynote speeches at leading global conferences and across the globe in Europe, Oman, China, Bahrain and many more locations, where she engages listeners with real examples of innovation driving progress. Her approach is both visionary and candid, demonstrating how companies can achieve results while creating long-term technological and marketing value. By hiring Katie, organisations gain not only an exceptional speaker but also a trusted voice in the global artificial intelligence movement – someone who inspires people to turn ambition into reality.

Katie King’s Career Highlights:

Here are some of the key milestones that define Katie King’s extraordinary career:

• 2025 – Selected as one of the ’30 Global AI Ambassadors’ by Swiss Cognitive Advisory & Research in May 2025, recognising her as a leading voice in artificial intelligence strategy and transformation.
• 2022 – Author of AI Strategy for Sales & Marketing: Connecting Marketing, Sales & Customer Experience
• 2022 – AI Ethics Advisor for RAD AI
• 2020 – Launched the Leaders of Tomorrow
• 2019 – Author of Using Artificial Intelligence in Marketing: How to Harness AI & Maintain the Competitive Edge
• 2019 – Member of the All-Parliamentary Group Taskforce on Artificial Intelligence
• 2019 – Associate Director of The Rialto Consultancy
• 2018 – CEO of AI in Business
• 2015 – Co-Founder of AIinFM
• 2010 – Founder & Managing Director of Zoodikers Consulting Ltd
• 2002 – Co-Founder & Director of 2thefore Ltd