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Tom Gruber is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Art & Design, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Engineering, Futurism, Technology, TED

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Tom Gruber Biography

Tom Gruber, a computer scientist, inventor, and entrepreneur, is renowned for his work as an AI product developer and designer. He notably co-founded Siri Inc. and served as its CTO and head of design. Siri Inc. developed Siri, the intelligent assistant now central to the user experience of all Apple products, and was acquired by Apple in 2010. Today, Siri is used globally more than 25 billion times a month in dozens of languages.

With a professional career spanning forty years, Gruber's foundation in artificial intelligence and cognitive science has led to significant contributions in technology and design. He has done foundational work in ontology engineering, becoming well-known for his definition of ontologies in the context of artificial intelligence. Furthermore, Gruber has published several articles and books, such as "The Acquisition of Strategic Knowledge" and "Toward Principles for the Design of Ontologies Used for Knowledge Sharing." He has also served on the editorial boards of respected journals like Knowledge Acquisition, IEEE Expert, and the International Journal of Human-Computer Studies.

As a public speaker, Gruber advocates for what he terms "Humanistic AI"—artificial intelligence that augments and collaborates with humans rather than competing with or replacing them. He shared this philosophy and his vision for the future of AI on the TED stage in 2017, projecting a future where AI enhances human capacities such as perception, creativity, and cognitive function.

After the sale of Siri to Apple in 2010, Gruber stayed on for eight years to lead the Advanced Development Group, exploring new product ideas. Following this, he transitioned into Impact Advising, investing his time and expertise to maximize human impact. Gruber now uses Humanistic AI principles to curate his advisory portfolio, guiding companies and organizations that use AI to augment human capabilities for societal benefit.

Gruber is currently a co-founder and CTO of LifeScore, an innovative company that creates adaptive music that is dynamically composed and produced to adapt to contexts, personal needs, and the listener's state. Balancing his technological endeavors, Gruber also harbors a passion for conservation photography. He travels globally to dive in places where marine life thrives, hoping to foster empathy and connection with the natural world through underwater photography and video.

Gruber's conviction in the potential of technology to foster human collaboration and knowledge sharing is evident throughout his career. He has dedicated his life to advocating for the ethical use of technology that enhances our lives and protects the environment that sustains us.

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Tom Gruber Speaking Topics

AI and Humanity Today: The Promise and Problems of Generative AI

Almost overnight, the world has come to see that the new technology of large language models and generative AI could change the nature of knowledge work. Trained on the cultural legacy of humanity, these systems can now do many tasks involving language, images, and information that are the expertise of educated professionals. In this overview of modern AI, which is updated with fresh insights every time it is given, Tom Gruber explains how these systems are created, what they are great at, what to be careful with, and the exciting applications that they enable. He brings to bear decades of experience in designing AI systems and advising AI companies. Applications include education, creative services, software engineering, knowledge management, mental health care, and augmented cognition. He offers insights into the potential risks to individuals and society from ungoverned applications, and a positive vision for the future of truly personal AI.
AI, Big Data, and Humanity: Risks and Opportunities

Artificial Intelligence, operating on big data, opens a world of possibilities to improve how we work, play, learn, and take care of ourselves. What is the proper role of AI in relation to humanity? How do we build AI-driven systems that deliver outcomes we want while avoiding unintended consequences? In this thought-provoking talk, Tom Gruber lays out a clear ethical choice. The key lies in aligning the objective of the machine with human values: engineering the AI systems to augment and collaborate with us for the betterment of humanity. Drawing from his direct experience building planetary-scale AI and advising a new generation of Humanistic AI companies, Tom offers insights to entrepreneurs, investors, and policy makers navigating the high-stakes decisions of AI today.

How to Build the Future: Practical Principles for Startup Founders

In 2010, Siri was purchased by Apple and remains central to the user experience of all Apple products. Today, Siri is used more than a billion times every day. But in late 2007 when Tom Gruber and his co-founders launched their fledgling startup, none of this was guaranteed. Why did top VC firms first invest in the company, even as the sky was falling in financial markets? Tom outlines four key factors that led to Siri’s success — factors that are essential to any successful startup. He shares insider details of Siri’s trajectory, while providing real-world examples from other companies, showing how attendees can put these principles into practice with their own ventures.

Colorful Lives: Photographic Stories from the Ocean

Experience the colorful lives of underwater animals through the lens of art photography. Learn about the surprising sex lives of famous animated fish, the bizarre mating habits of punk-rock nudibranchs, and the majestic grace of the largest fish in the ocean. See the adorable playfulness of sea lions up close, and then consider the message they have for us about our relationship to the ocean. Tom Gruber is in love with life in the ocean, and is privileged to travel around the world to dive in places where marine life still thrives. With his underwater photography and video, he hopes to bring back and share what he sees to create empathy and connection with the ocean.

Tom Gruber Videos

Tom Gruber | CEA Summit

Siri, Humanistic AI
Tom Gruber - Amsterdam RAI Center

AI, Big Data, and Humanity in 2024
A Conversation about Conversational AI | Tom Gruber | TEDx

In this conversation between Siri designer Tom Gruber and NY Times writer John Markoff, we hear about the state of the art in Conversational...

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What are the speaker fees for Tom Gruber

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What topics does Tom Gruber speak about?

Tom Gruber is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Art & Design, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Engineering, Futurism, Technology, TED.
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Tom Gruber generally travels from Maui County, HI, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
Who is Tom Gruber’s agent?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Tom Gruber for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Tom Gruber for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Tom Gruber or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

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Tom Gruber is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as AI and Humanity Today: The Promise and Problems of Generative AI, AI, Big Data, and Humanity: Risks and Opportunities, How to Build the Future: Practical Principles for Startup Founders and Colorful Lives: Photographic Stories from the Ocean. The estimated speaking fee range to book Tom Gruber for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Tom Gruber generally travels from Maui County, HI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Zack Kass, Ayesha Khanna, Ian Beacraft, Adam Cheyer and Erik Qualman. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Tom Gruber for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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