Lindsey McInerney

Lindsey McInerney Speaking Topics

• Enter the Imagination Age: AI and the Future of Creativity

  We are standing at the edge of a new era—The Imagination Age—where human creativity, powered by artificial intelligence, will shape the next wave of innovation. In this future-forward keynote, global technologist and futurist Lindsey McInerney explores how emerging fast moving tech and immersive media (AI, Quantum, Spatial, Agentic AI) are radically transforming creative industries and redefining what it means to be a creator, a brand, or a business leader.

  Drawing on her deep experience working with Fortune 500 companies, global entertainment brands, and tech innovators, McInerney offers bold insights into how AI is not replacing creatives—but supercharging imagination at scale. She demystifies complex technologies, shares real-world use cases, and introduces a human-centered framework for embracing AI as a collaborative force in storytelling, design, product development, and marketing.

  Whether you're navigating the future of work, leading digital transformation, or simply curious about what’s next, this keynote delivers the clarity, inspiration, and strategy needed to thrive at the intersection of creativity and technology.

  Key Takeaways:

  • Welcome to the Imagination Age: Learn why we're transitioning from the Information Age to the Imagination Age—and what that means for creators, brands, and the future of work.
  • AI as a Creative Catalyst: Understand how generative AI tools (like ChatGPT, Midjourney, Sora, and others) are revolutionizing storytelling, design, marketing, and media production.
  • The Critical Role of Human Creativity: Discover why emotional intelligence, ethics, and interdisciplinary thinking are more valuable than ever in the age of automation.
  • Future-Proofing with Emerging Tech: Explore how to integrate emerging fast moving tech and immersive media and blockchain into creative strategies and brand experiences.
  • Actionable Innovation: Walk away with practical frameworks for leveraging emerging technologies while staying aligned with core human values.

  Ideal Audience:

  • Creative Professionals & Designers exploring AI tools and digital workflows
  • CMOs, Brand Strategists, and Marketing Leaders seeking next-gen brand engagement strategies
  • Innovation & R&D Teams in tech-forward industries
  • Tech Entrepreneurs & Founders building in emerging tech and immersive spaces
  • Educators & Students in media, technology, business, or design programs
  • Entertainment, Media & Gaming Executives pushing the boundaries of storytelling
  • Futurists, Digital Transformation Leaders, and Thought Leaders focused on what's next

• Rewriting the Future: How AI is Transforming Education, Creativity, and Human Potential

  In an era defined by rapid technological acceleration, the way we learn, teach, create, and collaborate is being fundamentally reimagined. In this keynote, technologist and futurist Lindsey McInerney explores how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing education, reshaping creativity, and redefining the future of human knowledge.

  With deep expertise in emerging technologies and immersive media—from AI and XR to blockchain, from spatial computing to Quantam — Lindsey makes sense of the future in ways that are clear, compelling, and actionable. She draws on her global experience with Fortune 500 brands, cutting-edge innovators, and next-gen creators to explore how AI can act as a co-educator, co-creator, and collaborator across industries and institutions.

  This keynote bridges technology and humanity—offering not just a look at what’s possible, but a human-centered roadmap for navigating education and creativity in the age of AI.

  Perfect for those navigating the future of learning, knowledge work, and digital transformation, this talk inspires a bold rethinking of how we unlock human potential in a machine-augmented world.

  Key Takeaways:

  • The New Learning Paradigm: Discover how AI is reshaping traditional education models and personalized learning at scale.
  • AI as a Educational Tool: Learn how educators, students, and creators can collaborate with AI to unlock new forms of innovation and expression.
  • The Role of the Humanities in an AI Age: Explore why ethics, critical thinking, and empathy are more vital than ever—and how they complement, not compete with, AI.
  • Collaboration in the Imagination Economy: Understand how future learning and work will be centered around dynamic human-machine partnerships.
  • Future-Ready Frameworks: Walk away with practical strategies for integrating AI into curriculum design, educational institutions, content creation, and workplace learning.

  Ideal Audience:

  • Educators, Professors, and Academic Leaders reimagining pedagogy for the AI era
  • EdTech Founders & Product Teams building AI-powered learning tools
  • Students & Lifelong Learners navigating an AI-integrated future of education
  • Corporate Training & L&D Professionals seeking innovative, tech-forward learning models
  • Creative Professionals & Content Creators looking to expand their capabilities through AI
  • Futurists, Policymakers & Innovation Leaders shaping the future of education and digital literacy
  • Nonprofits & NGOs focused on access, equity, and digital empowerment

The Human Edge:Accelerating Adoption for Your Employees and Your Company

As AI reshapes the global workforce, the question isn’t if you’ll adopt it—it’s how you’ll lead through it. In this speech, technologist and futurist Lindsey McInerney helps organizations bridge the gap between AI innovation and human adaptation. Drawing on her deep expertise in emerging technologies—from the metaverse to machine learning—Lindsey demystifies the complexities of AI and reframes it as a tool for empowerment, not replacement.

Backed by real-world case studies and firsthand experience leading innovation at Fortune 500 companies, she explores how businesses can accelerate AI adoption while retaining trust, creativity, and purpose. This talk is not just about technology—it’s about transformation. Attendees will learn how to prepare their teams for the future of work, foster a culture of experimentation, and unlock human potential in an increasingly automated world.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the real-world impact of AI on workforce dynamics, across industries and job functions
• Learn how to accelerate responsible AI adoption in your organization—without fear or friction
• Discover strategies to upskill and future-proof employees while maintaining company culture
• Explore leadership frameworks that center humanity in tech-forward workplaces
• Gain insight into what's next for work, tech, and talent—and how to lead through change

Ideal Audience:

• C-Suite Executives & Innovation Leaders
• HR and People Operations Teams
• Enterprise & Mid-Market Business Leaders
• Change Management Consultants
• Workforce Development Professionals
• Tech & Digital Transformation Strategists
• Forward-thinking Educators and Policymaker

What’s Next? Navigating the AI-Powered Future of Your Industry

AI isn’t coming—it’s already here. The real question is: Are you ready for what’s next?

In this customizable keynote, futurist and technologist Lindsey McInerney brings clarity to the chaos surrounding artificial intelligence and emerging tech. Whether you're in finance, healthcare, media, manufacturing, education, or consumer goods, Lindsey tailors her insights to your industry—unpacking the real-world applications, disruptive trends, and ethical implications that leaders must understand to stay competitive.

Known for translating complex technology into clear, actionable strategy, Lindsey draws on her global work with Fortune 500 companies and cutting-edge startups to help organizations harness emerging fast moving tech and immersive media (AI, Quantum, Spatial, Agentic AI) are radically—without losing the human element.

With her finger on the pulse of innovation, Lindsey delivers a future-focused roadmap to help you navigate uncertainty, accelerate adoption, and lead with vision in an AI-powered world.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn how AI is transforming your specific industry and what to expect next
• Discover actionable strategies to adopt and scale emerging tech without disruption
• Gain clarity on ethical considerations, data privacy, and responsible innovation
• Understand how to future-proof your workforce, business model, and customer experience
• Explore real-world case studies and global trends that impact your sector today

Ideal for Audiences In:

• Finance, Banking & Insurance
• Healthcare & Life Sciences
• Consumer Goods & Retail
• Entertainment, Media & Gaming
• Higher Education & EdTech
• Manufacturing, Logistics & Energy
• Government, Public Sector & Policy
• Tech Startups & Innovation Teams