Speaking
What it actually takes to get traditional industries to adopt technology. Honest talk, real examples, no fluff.
Recent Talks
Podcast Appearances
Keynote Topics
AI Implementation That Actually Works
What leaders need to know about implementing AI in established businesses. Practical frameworks, real workflows, and honest talk about what's ready now versus what's still hype.
The End of Software as We Know It
How AI is replacing traditional SaaS tools—and what that means for operations, costs, and competitive advantage. Based on real implementation experience.
Why Technology Projects Fail (and It's Not the Technology)
Most failed technology projects had nothing wrong with the technology. The people, the politics, and established working patterns were the bottleneck. What leaders need to know about the change management side of technology adoption.
All presentations are customized to your audience, industry context, and event goals.
Where I've Spoken
What Event Organizers Say
"He somehow made AI feel human. Andreas connected the dots between technology, consumer behavior, and what actually moves the needle in food."
Louise McKerchar
Vice President, Europe, UK & SE Asia
American Peanut Council
"Not a single slide of fluff. Just sharp insight, clear direction, and a genuine understanding of what our members are grappling with right now."
Gina Tumbarelli
United States Agricultural Export Development Council
"Grounded in reality, fluent in the future, and completely tuned in to the challenges food leaders are facing."
Josh Taylor
Manager, Business Development
London Economic Development Corp.
"Andreas is an engaging speaker that combines storytelling with emerging technologies, a successful combination for numerous audiences."
Clinton Monchuk
Executive Director
Farm and Food Care
"Andreas delivered insightful and engaging responses throughout the session. He made AI feel not just accessible, but actionable."
Ojasvini Parashar
Associate Editor
Food In Canada Magazine
"Thank you for playing a pivotal role in our 'Selling Food to Ontario' workshop. You were an outstanding speaker, offering valuable insights that will steer our food and beverage entrepreneurs in the right direction."
Anna DeMarchi Meyers
Agricultural Liaison Officer
"Andreas is one of those guests who just gets it. He makes sense of AI, data, and what's actually happening in the food world without turning it into a TED Talk."
Kristin Demoranville
CEO
AnzenOT & AnzenSage
"Andreas has vast knowledge and experience, combining expertise in CPG, data and AI. He takes a collaborative approach, and in fact, our introductory conversation turned into two engagements in 2024."
Michael Klein
Vice President of Communications & Strategic Development
USA Rice
"Andreas possesses a rare and valuable talent for translating complex, emerging technologies into practical insights that directly address the pressing challenges faced by leaders in the food and agriculture sectors."
Zhixin Wang, Ph.D.
Food Technology Research Manager (North America)
Puratos
"I was truly inspired by Andreas' insights. The discussion on leveraging AI for innovation in the health and premium markets was particularly enlightening."
Cheryl Appleton
CEO
Canadian Women in Food
"Andreas brings sharp thinking, deep sector knowledge, and a genuinely human approach to every conversation. I always leave feeling inspired, and more informed."
Jane Dummer
"Andreas is able to take complex topics and break them down into digestible sections that offer an inroad to the listener to the topic."
Braden Cadenelli
Senior Manager, National Innovation Centers
Formats Available
- Keynote presentations — 30-60 minutes
- Panel moderation — Facilitating industry discussions
- Half-day workshops — Hands-on AI implementation planning
- Executive briefings — Private sessions for leadership teams
All formats available in-person or virtual.
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