Andy Pardoe

Andy has an interesting but balanced perspective on the field of AI and can give some thought-provoking insights into the future of AI and its impact on the workplace and beyond. His talks are both entertaining and stimulating, leaving the audience with a deeper understanding of the technology and its potential.

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Andy Pardoe – Founder of AI Venture Flows SEIS Fund & Former Principal Director for AI at Accenture

Professor Andy Pardoe is a leading expert in artificial intelligence, digital innovation, and emerging technologies. He is Co-Founder and Head of AI at Ten Squared AI, driving advanced AI solutions for business and society. As Chair of the Deep Tech Innovation Centre within the Warwick Innovation District, he fosters collaboration between start-ups, researchers, and industry leaders to accelerate deep tech adoption. Andy also serves as Interim Chief AI Officer at INSTANDA, guiding their AI strategy and roadmap, and works as an AI Advisor to SilenceSpeaks and VoxMind, supporting the responsible development of transformative technologies.

Speaking Topics:

Deep Tech & Innovation
The Future of Work in an AI World
Future of AI vs Humans
AI Strategy for Business Leaders – Challenges & Opportunities

Credentials and Impact

Andy has built a distinguished career through a series of senior technology and leadership roles across multiple sectors. He began as Head of Software at Racal Messenger/Racal Research, before moving into finance as a Senior IT Specialist at Merrill Lynch. His expertise in digital transformation then led him to become Chief Technology Officer at Blueheath Holdings PLC, where he oversaw major technology strategy and delivery.

He went on to serve as Managing Director at Zenopia Ltd. and later at Friend MTS Ltd., driving business growth and innovation in IT operations and digital infrastructure. Andy also worked as Prime Swap Development Manager, managing critical technology for financial systems, and later as Risk Engine Framework Development Manager at Credit Suisse, where he influenced risk infrastructure and global development initiatives. His leadership continued at Wisdom Works Group as Founder and Group CEO, applying his expertise across consultancy and innovation projects.

Expanding further into applied AI, Andy became Machine Learning Affinity Group Leader at Credit Suisse and later Principal Director for Artificial Intelligence at Accenture Digital, helping organisations harness AI for transformation. These experiences established his reputation as a leader bridging corporate technology, innovation, and advanced research.

Publications and Media

Andy is the author of ‘The Continuum of Intelligence’, ‘Confident AI’, ‘IQ Unknown: How AI is Changing the World’, ‘AI Strategy for Business Leaders’ and ‘Executive AI Handbook’. He hosts the ‘Decoding Tomorrow’ podcast, exploring the future of AI with industry experts, and has featured on the Hardman Talks podcast discussing the business and investment implications of artificial intelligence. His articles and commentary have appeared in Wired UK, Energy Monitor, Raconteur, and Information Age.

Why Book Andy?

Booking Professor Andy Pardoe ensures access to one of the most authoritative voices in artificial intelligence, technology, and digital futures. With a unique blend of corporate leadership, academic insight, and entrepreneurial experience, he delivers talks that are both visionary and practical. His ability to translate complex AI concepts into clear, actionable strategies makes him a sought-after keynote speaker for conferences, corporate events, and executive briefings.

Andy has presented at major international events, inspiring audiences to rethink the role of emerging technologies in business and society. His sessions combine thought leadership with real-world case studies, offering audiences both foresight and tangible steps to prepare for the next wave of disruption. Engaging, authoritative, and forward-looking, Andy Pardoe is an ideal choice for organisations seeking to understand and harness the transformative power of artificial intelligence to drive sustainable growth and competitive advantage.

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