Ida Byrd-Hill

Ida Byrd-Hill

Keynote Speaker: CEO of Automation Workz; Creator of Online Courses in AI, Cybersecurity Ops, Data Analytics, & The Internet of Things; Prolific Author

Ida Byrd-Hill Biography

Ida Byrd-Hill is CEO responsible for strategy, business development and government relations at Automation Workz. She initially created technological courses in AI & data analytics, cybersecurity ops, network engineering, and Internet of Things, increasing front-liners average annual salaries from $31,200 to $67,250. Approximately 80% of the company's graduates are employed in the tech field, with 30% earning over $80,000 annually, and its highest graduates earning $166,000 and $130,000 annually after 3 years of employment. This success has earned Automation Workz, Inc. a place on the Intelligent . com Top 10 US Cybersecurity Boot camp list 2022 and 2023.

The Automation Workz secret weapon is its SenseiiWyze Apps – Life Culture Audit, a vision boarding app and Senseii Games, a block-based puzzle maze game that measures logic, applied Geometry and applied Algebra.

Ida Byrd-Hill is a graduate of the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor with a BA in economics, and a graduate of the Jack Welch Management Institute at Strayer University with an MBA in strategy/people management. Ida has 30 years of business experience in Behavioral Economics, Economic Strategy, Business Development, Financial Management, Investment Analyses, Government Relations, People Management, Executive Search, DEI, Compensation & Benefits, Automation/Computer Programming, Technology Training, Product Development, and Community Outreach.

She is a member of Detroit Regional Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, CEO Talent Council, Chair of West Michigan African American Tech Readiness Collaborative. She is also a member of the Electric Vehicle Jobs Academy, National Minority Supplier Diversity Council (NMSDC), Society of Automotive Analysts and Society Human Resources Management (SHRM).

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Ida Byrd-Hill Speaking Topics

TECHNICAL & BUSINESS

We transform complex industry subjects into real-life applicable knowledge.

  • Electric Vehicle Transition & Society
  • Electrification & Workforce Development
  • Tech Diversity
  • Zero Trust Cybersecurity
  • Field Cybersecurity Ops
  • Cybersecurity Analytics
  • Factory Floor Innovation
  • Automotive Hacking
  • Harness Data Analytics
  • Profitable Data Literacy
  • Insider Threats
  • Coding for Everyone
  • Business Automation
  • Future of Work
  • Diversity Marketing/Sales
  • Economics of Diversity
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Employer Branding
  • Leaders vs Managers
  • Reduce Quiet Quitting
  • Vision Boarding
  • Skills Based Strategy
  • Skills Based Hiring
  • Success Coaching
  • Managing Tech Change
  • Cultural: Fit vs Add
  • Team Building

Ida Byrd-Hill Videos

Makers Bar Interview with Ida Byrd-Hill, CEO/Founder of Automation Workz
Ida Byrd-Hill Lessons from UAW Strike 2023 trailer
Mackinac Moment: Ida Byrd-Hill | Mackinac Policy Conference #MPC23

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What topics does Ida Byrd-Hill speak about?

Ida Byrd-Hill is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Authors, Cybersecurity, Diversity & Inclusion, DEI, Business, Personal Growth, Emotional Intelligence, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Innovation, Futurism, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and LGBTQ.

Where does Ida Byrd-Hill travel from?

Ida Byrd-Hill generally travels from Detroit, MI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Ida Byrd-Hill?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ida Byrd-Hill 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 Ida Byrd-Hill for your next private or corporate function.

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Ida Byrd-Hill is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Technology, Authors and Cybersecurity. The estimated speaking fee range to book Ida Byrd-Hill for live events is Below $10,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Ida Byrd-Hill generally travels from Detroit, MI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jana Eggers, Nicole Yeary and Alex Salkever. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Ida Byrd-Hill for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 02/07/2025.

Ida Byrd-Hill Speaking Topics

  • TECHNICAL & BUSINESS

    We transform complex industry subjects into real-life applicable knowledge.

    • Electric Vehicle Transition & Society
    • Electrification & Workforce Development
    • Tech Diversity
    • Zero Trust Cybersecurity
    • Field Cybersecurity Ops
    • Cybersecurity Analytics
    • Factory Floor Innovation
    • Automotive Hacking
    • Harness Data Analytics
    • Profitable Data Literacy
    • Insider Threats
    • Coding for Everyone
    • Business Automation
    • Future of Work
    • Diversity Marketing/Sales
    • Economics of Diversity
    • Conflict Resolution
    • Emotional Intelligence
    • Employer Branding
    • Leaders vs Managers
    • Reduce Quiet Quitting
    • Vision Boarding
    • Skills Based Strategy
    • Skills Based Hiring
    • Success Coaching
    • Managing Tech Change
    • Cultural: Fit vs Add
    • Team Building

Ida Byrd-Hill Videos

Makers Bar Interview with Ida Byrd-Hill, CEO/Founder of Automation Workz
Ida Byrd-Hill Lessons from UAW Strike 2023 trailer
Mackinac Moment: Ida Byrd-Hill | Mackinac Policy Conference #MPC23
Hiring BIPOC Employees During the Great Resignation b
  • How do I book Ida Byrd-Hill to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Ida Byrd-Hill 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 Ida Byrd-Hill, 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 Ida Byrd-Hill or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Ida Byrd-Hill for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Ida Byrd-Hill, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Ida Byrd-Hill are Below $10,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Ida Byrd-Hill, 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 Ida Byrd-Hill speak about?

    Ida Byrd-Hill is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Technology, Authors, Cybersecurity, Diversity & Inclusion, DEI, Business, Personal Growth, Emotional Intelligence, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Innovation, Futurism, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and LGBTQ.
  • Where does Ida Byrd-Hill travel from?

    Ida Byrd-Hill generally travels from Detroit, MI, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Ida Byrd-Hill?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Ida Byrd-Hill 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 Ida Byrd-Hill 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 Ida Byrd-Hill 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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