Heena Purohit
Keynote Speaker: Director of AI Startups at Microsoft; Enterprise AI Expert; Advocate for Women in AI & Founder of AI for Her
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Heena Purohit Biography
Heena Purohit is a global AI leader, speaker, and advocate dedicated to shaping the future of enterprise AI and advancing diversity in technology. She currently serves as Director of AI Startups at Microsoft, where she has a dual role: she is responsible for finding and supporting the world's top data and AI startups, and regularly consults Fortune 500 companies and helps them make sense of the startup ecosystem and innovate responsibly.
With 15 years of experience building and scaling innovative technologies, the majority of which were AI products, Purohit has launched multiple AI products from zero to one and helped enterprises adopt cutting-edge AI solutions.
Previously, Purohit was Head of Product at IBM's in-house incubator where she led a portfolio of internal AI startups in cutting-edge areas such as GenAI, synthetic data, multimodal AI, and other horizontal and vertical AI apps.
She has been recognized for her leadership in technology and diversity, including the University of Notre Dame's prestigious Recent Alumni Award. She also founded AI for Her, an initiative focused on closing the gender gap in AI.
A sought-after speaker, Purohit has presented at more than 50 conferences and events worldwide, including TEDx, and is known for her thought leadership on AI adoption, responsible AI, startup innovation, and building inclusive pipelines for the AI revolution.
Contact a speaker booking agent to check availability on Heena Purohit and other top speakers and celebrities.
Heena Purohit Speaking Topics
We’re entering a new era where AI is no longer an experiment but a core driver of competitive advantage. Organizations that thrive will be those that don’t just “adopt AI” but reimagine themselves as AI-first.
In this session, Heena Purohit explores what it means to create an AI-first organization — from shifting leadership mindsets to redesigning workflows and building cross-functional AI fluency.
Drawing from her experience with global enterprises and startups at Microsoft, she shares how companies can harness AI responsibly, scale adoption, and unlock new forms of growth.
Attendee Results:
- Understand the difference between “using AI” and being truly AI-first.
- Learn frameworks to build AI fluency across teams, from learners to practitioners.
- Explore examples of enterprises reimagining workflows with AI agents and copilots.
- Gain strategies for overcoming resistance and aligning AI adoption with business value.
- Actionable steps to future-proof your organization with AI.
Some of the most transformative ideas don’t come from within large enterprises — they come from startups. In this engaging talk, Heena Purohit shows how enterprises can unlock innovation faster through "Open Innovation", which involves partnering with startups that bring agility, fresh thinking, and enterprise-ready AI solutions.
She also highlights the dual benefit for startups: co-innovating with global organizations while scaling faster through real-world adoption.
The result? A win-win model where enterprises accelerate innovation and startups prove their impact in production.
Key Takeaways:
- Discover how enterprises can tap into startup innovation ecosystems.
- Understand co-innovation models that balance agility and enterprise readiness.
- Learn how successful enterprises de-risk startup partnerships while accelerating outcomes.
- Hear case studies of AI startups scaling globally through enterprise collaboration.
- Walk away with strategies to foster a culture of open innovation.
AI is everywhere, but adoption without responsibility can backfire. Enterprises need more than just technical solutions — they need trust, governance, and inclusive design baked into their AI strategy. In this thought-provoking talk, Heena Purohit unpacks what “responsible AI” really means in practice: from data privacy and bias mitigation to designing for diversity and building governance frameworks that scale. With her background incubating AI startups and guiding enterprise adoption, she reveals how responsible innovation isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s the competitive advantage.
Audience Takeaways:
- Understand why responsible AI is critical to enterprise adoption and public trust.
- Learn practical steps to embed ethics and governance into AI programs.
- Explore real-world examples of responsible AI in action across industries.
- See how inclusive design leads to stronger products and broader adoption.
- Leave with a framework for balancing innovation speed with responsibility.
In today’s climate, raising money is no longer enough — B2B startups must show real enterprise impact early to survive and thrive. In this candid session, Heena Purohit shares what she’s learned from helping AI startups in Microsoft’s Pegasus Program scale globally. From building the right go-to-market motions to navigating enterprise sales cycles and proving ROI, she highlights what separates the startups that break through from those that stall. This talk is ideal for startup founders, investors, and corporate leaders who want to understand what it really takes to scale in the AI era.
Attendee Results:
- Learn the critical factors that drive successful enterprise adoption for startups.
- Understand how to design AI products that solve real business problems.
- Gain insights into navigating long enterprise sales cycles and building trust.
- Explore how startups can leverage ecosystems and partnerships to scale faster.
- Leave with a roadmap for going from zero to enterprise impact.
How do I book Heena Purohit to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Heena Purohit for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Heena Purohit, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Heena Purohit or any other speaker of your choice.
How much does it cost to book Heena Purohit for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Heena Purohit, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Heena Purohit are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Heena Purohit, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Heena Purohit speak about?
Heena Purohit is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Women in Tech, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Innovation, Diversity & Inclusion and TED.
Where does Heena Purohit travel from?
Heena Purohit generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Heena Purohit?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Heena Purohit 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 Schedule 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 Heena Purohit 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 Heena Purohit 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?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Heena Purohit is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Women in Tech, Entrepreneurship and Artificial Intelligence. The estimated speaking fee range to book Heena Purohit for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Heena Purohit generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ayanna Howard, Daphne Koller and Mike Walsh. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Heena Purohit for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Heena Purohit Speaking Topics
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The AI-First Organization: Building for the Next Era of Work
We’re entering a new era where AI is no longer an experiment but a core driver of competitive advantage. Organizations that thrive will be those that don’t just “adopt AI” but reimagine themselves as AI-first.
In this session, Heena Purohit explores what it means to create an AI-first organization — from shifting leadership mindsets to redesigning workflows and building cross-functional AI fluency.
Drawing from her experience with global enterprises and startups at Microsoft, she shares how companies can harness AI responsibly, scale adoption, and unlock new forms of growth.
Attendee Results:
- Understand the difference between “using AI” and being truly AI-first.
- Learn frameworks to build AI fluency across teams, from learners to practitioners.
- Explore examples of enterprises reimagining workflows with AI agents and copilots.
- Gain strategies for overcoming resistance and aligning AI adoption with business value.
- Actionable steps to future-proof your organization with AI.
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Empowering Organizations to Innovate with Startups
Some of the most transformative ideas don’t come from within large enterprises — they come from startups. In this engaging talk, Heena Purohit shows how enterprises can unlock innovation faster through "Open Innovation", which involves partnering with startups that bring agility, fresh thinking, and enterprise-ready AI solutions.
She also highlights the dual benefit for startups: co-innovating with global organizations while scaling faster through real-world adoption.
The result? A win-win model where enterprises accelerate innovation and startups prove their impact in production.
Key Takeaways:
- Discover how enterprises can tap into startup innovation ecosystems.
- Understand co-innovation models that balance agility and enterprise readiness.
- Learn how successful enterprises de-risk startup partnerships while accelerating outcomes.
- Hear case studies of AI startups scaling globally through enterprise collaboration.
- Walk away with strategies to foster a culture of open innovation.
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Innovating with AI Responsibly: Beyond the Hype
AI is everywhere, but adoption without responsibility can backfire. Enterprises need more than just technical solutions — they need trust, governance, and inclusive design baked into their AI strategy. In this thought-provoking talk, Heena Purohit unpacks what “responsible AI” really means in practice: from data privacy and bias mitigation to designing for diversity and building governance frameworks that scale. With her background incubating AI startups and guiding enterprise adoption, she reveals how responsible innovation isn’t just the right thing to do — it’s the competitive advantage.
Audience Takeaways:
- Understand why responsible AI is critical to enterprise adoption and public trust.
- Learn practical steps to embed ethics and governance into AI programs.
- Explore real-world examples of responsible AI in action across industries.
- See how inclusive design leads to stronger products and broader adoption.
- Leave with a framework for balancing innovation speed with responsibility.
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Scaling B2B Startups: From Zero to Enterprise Impact
In today’s climate, raising money is no longer enough — B2B startups must show real enterprise impact early to survive and thrive. In this candid session, Heena Purohit shares what she’s learned from helping AI startups in Microsoft’s Pegasus Program scale globally. From building the right go-to-market motions to navigating enterprise sales cycles and proving ROI, she highlights what separates the startups that break through from those that stall. This talk is ideal for startup founders, investors, and corporate leaders who want to understand what it really takes to scale in the AI era.
Attendee Results:
- Learn the critical factors that drive successful enterprise adoption for startups.
- Understand how to design AI products that solve real business problems.
- Gain insights into navigating long enterprise sales cycles and building trust.
- Explore how startups can leverage ecosystems and partnerships to scale faster.
- Leave with a roadmap for going from zero to enterprise impact.
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How do I book Heena Purohit to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Heena Purohit for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Heena Purohit, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Heena Purohit or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Heena Purohit for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Heena Purohit, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Heena Purohit are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Heena Purohit, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Heena Purohit speak about?
Heena Purohit is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Women in Tech, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, Innovation, Diversity & Inclusion and TED. -
Where does Heena Purohit travel from?
Heena Purohit generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Heena Purohit?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Heena Purohit 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 Schedule 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 Heena Purohit 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 Heena Purohit 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?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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