Founder & CEO of Bernard Marr & Co, Bestselling Author of ‘AI Strategy’, Host of the Future of Business & Technology Podcast & Named the No.1 UK Business Influencer
Bernard Marr’s Biography:
Bernard Marr is a world-renowned futurist, business strategist and artificial intelligence expert, best known as the Founder and CEO of Bernard Marr & Co. Recognised as a LinkedIn Top Voice and widely regarded as the No.1 UK business influencer, Bernard has built a global reputation for helping organisations navigate digital transformation, data strategy and future trends. As a keynote speaker, he is trusted by some of the world’s largest organisations, including Google, Cisco, Walmart and the Royal Air Force. Combining strategic insight with practical business applications, Bernard delivers engaging talks on AI, leadership, innovation and the technologies shaping the future of business.
Beginning his career as a Research Fellow at the Cambridge Judge Business School, Bernard developed an academic foundation in evidence-based management and organisational performance. He later joined the Cranfield School of Management, further establishing his expertise in strategy and business analytics. In 2000, he founded Bernard Marr & Co, a consultancy specialising in strategy execution, performance management and digital transformation. Over the years, Bernard has advised organisations such as the Ministry of Defence, DHL, Mars and Amazon, while becoming one of the world’s leading commentators on AI and emerging technology.
An internationally bestselling author, Bernard has written more than 20 books covering artificial intelligence, data, leadership and future business trends. His titles include Business Trends in Practice, The Intelligence Revolution and Artificial Intelligence in Practice. His work has earned numerous accolades, including the Business Book of the Year Award, the CMI Management Book of the Year and the WHSmith Best Business Book Award. Bernard is also a regular contributor to Forbes and has had his expertise featured in publications such as the Harvard Business Review, The Financial Times and The Guardian.
Beyond consulting and writing, Bernard is the host of the Future of Business & Technology Podcast and a social media influencer with a combined following of more than five million people. In 2023, he expanded his entrepreneurial portfolio by becoming the Founder and CEO of Bernard Marr’s Wine Guide. Whether speaking about generative AI, business transformation or future leadership, Bernard is recognised for translating complex technological developments into accessible, commercially valuable insights that organisations can apply immediately.
Why Hire Bernard Marr?
Bernard Marr is hired as a speaker for his ability to simplify complex technological and business trends into practical strategies that organisations can implement immediately. Drawing on decades of consulting experience with global brands, Bernard delivers insightful keynote speeches on artificial intelligence, digital transformation, leadership and future trends. His presentations combine real-world case studies, data-driven insights and forward-thinking analysis, making him a trusted advisor for businesses preparing for the future. Having delivered speeches for organisations including Amazon, Microsoft, Dell and EE, Bernard captivates audiences with commercially focused insights and engaging storytelling.
Bernard Marr’s Career Highlights:
Here are some of the key milestones that define Bernard Marr’s remarkable career:
- 2025 – Authored ‘AI Strategy: Unleash the Power of Artificial Intelligence in Your Business’, exploring how organisations can strategically implement AI.
- 2025 – Published ‘Data Strategy: How to Use Data & Artificial Intelligence to Transform Your Business’, focusing on data-driven transformation.
- 2024 – Released ‘Generative AI in Practice: 100+ Amazing Ways Generative Artificial Intelligence is Changing Business & Society’.
- 2023 – Became Founder and CEO of Bernard Marr’s Wine Guide, expanding his entrepreneurial ventures.
- 2023 – Published ‘The Future Internet: How the Metaverse, Web 3.0 & Blockchain Will Transform Business & Society’.
- 2023 – Authored ‘Data-Driven HR: How to Use AI, Analytics & Data to Drive Performance’.
- 2022 – Won the Business Book of the Year Award for his influential business writing.
- 2021 – Published ‘Business Trends in Practice: The 25+ Trends That are Redefining Organisations’.
- 2020 – Released ‘The Intelligence Revolution: Transforming Your Business with AI’.
- 2000 – Founded Bernard Marr & Co, establishing a consultancy focused on strategy, analytics and digital transformation.
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Testimonials
Bernard is a great and inspiring lecturer. I have had the honor of having him speak in some of my seminars. He has a unique talent in presenting complex matters in a well-structured and comprehensible manner – a fact that was clearly reflected in the evaluations. Bernard is a true thought-leader and a bestseller author in Performance Management, Big Data and Analytics. It is always a pleasure to work with him. – Ari
Bernard Marr is an amazing enterprise performance consultant, trainer and facilitator. He delivered a three-day in-house workshop on ‘Becoming an Intelligent Company’ for 70 of our most senior staff. His presentation and facilitation skills are second to none. The work helped us gain clarity on strategic objectives, information and data needs, KPIs, Analytics and Big Data needs as well as dashboards and performance reporting. I have a short attention span and it was the second time for me to participate in a three-day workshop led by Bernard – impressively he kept my full attention for the entire workshop! I would recommend Bernard for all Strategy and Performance consultancy and training work. – Gladys
Bernard Marr gave a great closing keynote presentation ‘From KPIs and Dashboards to Analytics and Big Data’ at the Gurus of BI (GOBI) conference in Oslo. The conference is the largest in the field of BI in Scandinavia, and Bernard’s keynote gave the audience valuable insights based on his extensive experience as a performance management expert. – Lars
I attended Bernard’s talk at the Predictive Analytics Forum in Amsterdam 2016. It was one of the most inspiring and informative talks I have ever seen. – Mohammad
Bernard is as an extremely competent, confident and effective enterprise performance consultant and coach. He skillfully facilitated the development of a strategic performance management framework for the Medical organization of our biotech company – comprising of a strategy map, key business questions and KPIs that will help us answer them. In addition, he provided excellent advice, training and coaching on how to create a high performance culture and inculcate fact-based decision-making. His work helped us understand best practices in measuring, analysing and managing performance. Bernard is very good at working with groups of senior leaders and has a rare ability to make a complex project flow effortlessly. – Catherine
Speaking Topics
Bernard Marr’s Official Keynote Topics:
- The Future of Work & The AI-Driven Workplace
- The Big Technology Trends Shaping the Next Five Years
- Transforming Your Business with AI
- Becoming an AI Native Company
- Data Strategy in an AI World
- The Rise of AI Agents
- Digital Transformation That Delivers Results
- The Trust Advantage in the Age of AI
- The Future of Leadership in a Technology-Driven World
- Human Intelligence, Creativity & Innovation in the Age of AI
- Building a High-Performance Data Culture
- Reinventing Customer Experience Through Data & AI
How Much Does Bernard Marr Cost to Hire?
How Much Does it Cost to Hire Bernard Marr?
Bernard Marr’s speaking fees typically reflect his 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.