Kim Seeling Smith is an award-winning Australian keynote speaker, business futurist and AI strategist focused on the human side of AI adoption. Most AI speakers focus on the technology; Kim focuses on the people who have to use it — and she proves it with live, bespoke AI demonstrations on stage.
Kim Seeling Smith is an award-winning Australian keynote speaker, business futurist and AI strategist helping leaders build relevant, adaptable and AI-ready organizations. A former KPMG-trained CPA with a double major in Accounting and Computer Science, and recent executive study on AI at MIT Sloan, Kim brings a rare blend of commercial acumen, technical grounding and human insight to the AI conversation. Most AI speakers focus on the technology; Kim focuses on the people who have to use it, because that is where AI strategy succeeds or fails. She delivers live, bespoke AI demonstrations on stage and draws on research from 5,000+ exit interviews. Her keynotes help leaders understand what is changing, build confidence with AI, rethink the Future of Work, and develop the human capability required to stay valuable in a decade of radical change. Australia-based, speaks globally.
Kim has sat at the table with Sir Richard Branson in recognition of her innovative work around the Future of Work. She is the author of "Mind Reading for Managers" and co-author of "101 Great Ways to Enhance Your Career" with Brian Tracy.
Kim is a frequent media commentator on AI and the Future of Work. You will see her on The Today Show (over 30 appearances), Sunrise, and in Forbes, Fast Company, SmartCompany, CEO Magazine, CNBC Online, the Australian Financial Review and the Sydney Morning Herald, along with many other print, digital and radio outlets.
Kim Seeling Smith delivered an unforgettable session at BoldHaus Groove, leaving our global audience of thought leaders and entrepreneurs inspired and energized. Her talk on the future of AI was a masterclass in combining humor, insight, and actionable strategies. She challenged conventional thinking while making a complex topic both relatable and engaging. Our attendees walked away with not only a deeper understanding of AI — but also practical tools and mindsets to future-proof their businesses. Kim is a powerhouse speaker who comes 1000% prepared and sets the bar incredibly high. We’re all still buzzing with ideas and inspiration from her session!
Kim delivered the opening keynote at our Industry Leadership Forum in November. We gave her a brief to challenge the audience to think differently and she delivered. We were impressed by her industry knowledge, ability to tailor her content to the level of leader and her ability to engage from the stage. Kim was also very easy to work with and got great feedback from the participants. I highly recommend Kim to speak at your conference.