Kerrie Holley
Keynote Speaker: Artificial Intelligence & Digital Transformation Expert; Former Google Technology Executive; Author, "AI First Healthcare"; IBM Fellow Emeritus & 2025 National Inventors Hall of Fame Inductee
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Kerrie Holley Biography
Kerrie Holley stands at the forefront of artificial intelligence and digital transformation, drawing from an extraordinary career that spans every major computing era. A 2025 National Inventors Hall of Fame inductee and member of the National Academy of Engineering, Holley's journey from IBM Fellow to Google Cloud executive has positioned him as a leading voice on technology's and AI's impact on healthcare and society.
A sought-after speaker during his corporate work at Google, UHG, Cisco, and IBM, he regularly addresses audiences at technology conferences, healthcare summits, and corporate events, offering practical wisdom on navigating technological change while maintaining a focus on AI, Large Language Models, and Generative AI.
Holley has a 5th book due to be published in 2025 titled, "LLM and Generative AI - Reshaping Industry." In 2024, his book, "LLM and Generative AI in Healthcare," was published; in 2021, "AI First Healthcare and prior, "Is Your Company Ready for the Cloud" and "100 SOA Questions Asked And Answered."
Holley's election to the National Academy of Engineering membership is one of the highest professional honors accorded an engineer. Members have distinguished themselves in business and academic management, in technical positions, as university faculty, and as leaders in government and private engineering organizations. Holley's induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame, an American not-for-profit organization founded in 1973, recognizes him as an individual engineer and inventor who holds a U.S. patent of significant technology to society.
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Kerrie Holley Speaking Topics
Healthcare stands at a pivotal moment of technological transformation. Drawing from real-world implementations at Google Cloud and UnitedHealth Group, this talk explores how LLMs and generative AI are revolutionizing healthcare delivery while addressing critical challenges of equity, privacy, and clinical efficacy. Through concrete examples attendees learn how to navigate the implementation of AI in healthcare settings while maintaining focus on improved patient outcomes.
Attendee Results:
- Understand the practical applications of LLMs and generative AI in healthcare settings
- Learn strategies for ethical AI implementation while maintaining privacy and security
- Gain insights into building AI systems that enhance rather than replace human care
- Develop approaches for addressing healthcare disparities through AI implementation
In an era of accelerating AI advancement, distinguishing reality from speculation becomes crucial for business leaders. This talk deconstructs common AGI myths while providing a practical framework for understanding AI's true capabilities and limitations. Drawing from decades of experience building AI systems at major technology companies, Kerrie offers insights into how AGI narratives shape technological development and business decisions.
Attendee Results:
- Learn to evaluate AI capabilities through a practical, evidence-based lens
- Understand how AGI narratives influence business strategy and investment
- Develop frameworks for assessing AI technology claims
- Gain insight into the real trajectory of AI development
- Build strategies for responsible AI adoption without falling prey to hype
Moving beyond simplistic debates about AI as either basic machine learning or existential threat, this talk provides a nuanced understanding of AI's capabilities and implications. Through real-world examples from implementations at Google, IBM, and Cisco, attendees learn to evaluate AI's potential impact on their organizations and industries.
Attendee Results:
- Understand AI's current capabilities and limitations
- Learn to evaluate AI solutions for your organization
- Develop strategies for responsible AI implementation
As the second African American IBM Fellow in the company's history and a National Inventors Hall of Fame inductee, Kerrie shares powerful insights on navigating technical leadership while breaking barriers. This talk combines personal experience with practical strategies for building inclusive, innovative technical organizations.
Attendee Results:
- Develop approaches for overcoming institutional barriers
- Gain insights into effective technical leadership
- Develop the brand called You
Drawing from experience leading AI initiatives at Google, Optum, and IBM, this talk cuts through the noise to focus on what organizations need to succeed with AI. Attendees learn practical strategies for implementing AI while avoiding common pitfalls and maintaining focus on business value.
Attendee Results:
- Learn to evaluate AI solutions for real business impact
- Understand key success factors for AI implementation
- Develop strategies for AI-driven transformation
Kerrie Holley Videos
The Power of the Api Economy: Rethinking Disruption and Becoming a Digital Business (IBM Press)
Is Your Company Ready for Cloud: Choosing the Best Cloud Adoption Strategy for Your Business (IBM Press)
100 SOA Questions: Asked and Answered
AI-First Healthcare: AI Applications in the Business and Clinical Management of Health
Llms and Generative Ai for Healthcare: The Next Frontier
How do I book Kerrie Holley to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Kerrie Holley for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Kerrie Holley, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Kerrie Holley are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kerrie Holley, 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 Kerrie Holley speak about?
Kerrie Holley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Healthcare, Technology, Futurism, Author and Cybersecurity.
Where does Kerrie Holley travel from?
Kerrie Holley generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Kerrie Holley?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kerrie Holley 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 Kerrie Holley 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 Kerrie Holley 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.
Kerrie Holley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation and Healthcare. The estimated speaking fee range to book Kerrie Holley for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Kerrie Holley generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Richie Etwaru, Alex Salkever and Alex Goryachev. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Kerrie Holley for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Kerrie Holley Speaking Topics
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AI in Healthcare: Transforming Care Delivery Through LLMs and Generative AI
Healthcare stands at a pivotal moment of technological transformation. Drawing from real-world implementations at Google Cloud and UnitedHealth Group, this talk explores how LLMs and generative AI are revolutionizing healthcare delivery while addressing critical challenges of equity, privacy, and clinical efficacy. Through concrete examples attendees learn how to navigate the implementation of AI in healthcare settings while maintaining focus on improved patient outcomes.
Attendee Results:
- Understand the practical applications of LLMs and generative AI in healthcare settings
- Learn strategies for ethical AI implementation while maintaining privacy and security
- Gain insights into building AI systems that enhance rather than replace human care
- Develop approaches for addressing healthcare disparities through AI implementation
-
The AGI Mythology: Separating Science from Science Fiction
In an era of accelerating AI advancement, distinguishing reality from speculation becomes crucial for business leaders. This talk deconstructs common AGI myths while providing a practical framework for understanding AI's true capabilities and limitations. Drawing from decades of experience building AI systems at major technology companies, Kerrie offers insights into how AGI narratives shape technological development and business decisions.
Attendee Results:
- Learn to evaluate AI capabilities through a practical, evidence-based lens
- Understand how AGI narratives influence business strategy and investment
- Develop frameworks for assessing AI technology claims
- Gain insight into the real trajectory of AI development
- Build strategies for responsible AI adoption without falling prey to hype
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Beyond Binary Thinking: AI's True Nature and Impact
Moving beyond simplistic debates about AI as either basic machine learning or existential threat, this talk provides a nuanced understanding of AI's capabilities and implications. Through real-world examples from implementations at Google, IBM, and Cisco, attendees learn to evaluate AI's potential impact on their organizations and industries.
Attendee Results:
- Understand AI's current capabilities and limitations
- Learn to evaluate AI solutions for your organization
- Develop strategies for responsible AI implementation
-
Breaking Barriers: Leadership Lessons from a Technology Pioneer
As the second African American IBM Fellow in the company's history and a National Inventors Hall of Fame inductee, Kerrie shares powerful insights on navigating technical leadership while breaking barriers. This talk combines personal experience with practical strategies for building inclusive, innovative technical organizations.
Attendee Results:
- Develop approaches for overcoming institutional barriers
- Gain insights into effective technical leadership
- Develop the brand called You
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Beyond the AI Hype: What Really Matters for Business Success
Drawing from experience leading AI initiatives at Google, Optum, and IBM, this talk cuts through the noise to focus on what organizations need to succeed with AI. Attendees learn practical strategies for implementing AI while avoiding common pitfalls and maintaining focus on business value.
Attendee Results:
- Learn to evaluate AI solutions for real business impact
- Understand key success factors for AI implementation
- Develop strategies for AI-driven transformation
VIDEO
Kerrie Holley Videos
BOOKS
The Power of the Api Economy: Rethinking Disruption and Becoming a Digital Business (IBM Press)
Is Your Company Ready for Cloud: Choosing the Best Cloud Adoption Strategy for Your Business (IBM Press)
100 SOA Questions: Asked and Answered
AI-First Healthcare: AI Applications in the Business and Clinical Management of Health
Llms and Generative Ai for Healthcare: The Next Frontier
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How do I book Kerrie Holley to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Kerrie Holley 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 Kerrie Holley, 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 Kerrie Holley or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Kerrie Holley for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Kerrie Holley, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Kerrie Holley are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kerrie Holley, 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 Kerrie Holley speak about?
Kerrie Holley is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Artificial Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Healthcare, Technology, Futurism, Author and Cybersecurity. -
Where does Kerrie Holley travel from?
Kerrie Holley generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Kerrie Holley?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kerrie Holley 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 Kerrie Holley 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 Kerrie Holley 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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