AI & Quantum Scientist, Founder of GAHNA Exorionai, Chief Technology Officer Intellai Neotech, Former Head of AI At YES BANK & Global Keynote Speaker
Dr. Utpal Chakraborty’s Biography:
Dr. Utpal Chakraborty is a globally recognised AI and quantum scientist, technology strategist and keynote speaker with more than two decades of leadership across enterprise, research and public policy. He currently serves as Founder and Chief Scientist at GAHNA ExorionAI and Chief Technology Officer at IntellAI NeoTech, where he is shaping India’s sovereign, explainable and industry-aligned AI ecosystem. Utpal is widely regarded as one of the most influential voices in applied artificial intelligence, having delivered over 500 keynote speeches and conference talks worldwide, alongside advising governments, enterprises and academic institutions on the future of AI and emerging technologies.
Utpal’s early career was built on a strong academic and technical foundation, with education spanning the University of Sussex, Carnegie Mellon University, Savitribai Phule Pune University, Gauhati University and William Carey University. He began his professional journey as a Software Architect at Kanbay Software, before progressing to Architect at IBM, where he worked on large-scale enterprise systems, global delivery models and quality assurance frameworks. These formative years established his reputation for technical rigour, systems thinking and the ability to translate complex theory into operational reality, skills that continue to define his speaking and advisory work today.
As his career advanced, Utpal moved into senior leadership roles including Service Delivery Manager at Capgemini, Principal Architect for AI and Analytics at Firmenich, and Principal Architect, Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive at Larsen and Toubro Infotech. In 2018, he was appointed Head of Artificial Intelligence and Analytics at YES BANK, where he led enterprise AI strategy across financial services during a critical period of digital transformation. Alongside industry leadership, Utpal has authored eight books on artificial intelligence, quantum computing and generative technologies, and published over 300 articles in leading newspapers and academic journals. His expertise has been recognised through honours such as AI Global Ambassador, Top 10 Chief Digital Officer, Top 20 AI Influencer, and Gartner Ambassador for Data, Analytics and AI.
Utpal is hired as a keynote speaker for his rare ability to connect deep technical insight with strategic, ethical and commercial relevance. His talks cover Generative AI, Quantum Computing, Responsible and Sovereign AI, Cybersecurity, Web3 and Digital Transformation, always grounded in real-world delivery. A standout example is his leadership of India’s Small Language Model initiative through GAHNA, demonstrating how AI can be secure, auditable and culturally aligned. Audiences leave with clarity, confidence and a practical understanding of how advanced technologies can drive long-term value and responsible innovation.
Why Hire Dr. Utpal Chakraborty?
Dr. Utpal Chakraborty is hired for one clear reason, he brings credibility, clarity and commercial relevance to complex technologies. With over 20 years across enterprise, research and public policy, he speaks from lived experience, not theory. Audiences benefit from his ability to translate AI, quantum computing and emerging tech into practical decisions leaders can act on. He has delivered more than 500 keynotes worldwide and advised governments and global organisations on responsible, sovereign AI. A strong example is his leadership of India’s Small Language Model initiative, showing how innovation can be secure, explainable and culturally aligned.
Dr. Utpal Chakraborty’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Dr. Utpal Chakraborty’s impressive career in artificial intelligence:
- 2025 – Founded GAHNA ExorionAI and launched India’s sovereign Small Language Model initiative
- 2023 – Chief Technology Officer of IntellAI NeoTech
- 2023 – Gartner Ambassador for Data of Analytics and AI
- 2022 – Named AI Global Ambassador and Top 10 Chief Digital Officer
- 2018 – Head of Artificial Intelligence and Analytics of YES BANK
- 2015 – Principal Architect, Artificial Intelligence and Cognitive of Larsen & Toubro Infotech
- 2004 – Architect of IBM
- 2000 – Software Architect of Kanbay Software
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Testimonials
“Utpal delivers exceptional depth without losing clarity. His ability to connect advanced AI and quantum concepts to real organisational challenges makes him one of the most impactful technology speakers we represent.” – Amelia Neate
Speaking Topics
Dr. Utpal Chakraborty’s Official Keynote Topics:
- AI Strategy and Digital Transformation
- Cybersecurity and AI Risk
- Generative AI and Large Language Models
- Quantum Computing for Business Leaders
- Sovereign and Responsible AI
- Web3, Blockchain and Emerging Technologies
How Much Does Dr. Utpal Chakraborty Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Dr. Utpal Chakraborty?
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