Andreas Welsch

Andreas Welsch is an internationally recognized top 10 Agentic AI leader and one of today’s most sought-after thought leaders and keynote speakers for business and technology audiences. With over two decades of global leadership experience, previously as Vice President at SAP, Andreas has helped Fortune 500 companies cut through AI hype to deliver measurable business outcomes.

He is the Founder and Chief Human Agentic AI Officer of AI consulting firm Intelligence Briefing, the best-selling author of the AI Leadership Handbook and The HUMAN Agentic AI Edge, and a leading voice on AI strategy, adoption, and transformation. 

At the heart of Andreas’s work lies a clear value proposition: he helps business leaders understand how to apply AI responsibly, effectively, and profitably by addressing the questions that decision-makers face:

• How do we turn AI into business value, not just experimentation?
• How can we prepare our workforce for AI-driven transformation?
• How can we empower our teams to use AI without creating AI workslop?
• What practical steps can we take to avoid ethical, operational, or financial pitfalls?

Andreas’s keynotes and workshops are known for their clarity, strategic relevance, and deep insight. Drawing from more than two decades in the software industry, he offers real-world frameworks and practical steps tailored to leadership audiences. He introduces leaders to AI agents, leading hybrid teams of humans and AI, and AI-driven business models, explaining not only what’s next, but what matters most and why.

During his tenure at SAP, Andreas accelerated the integration of AI across enterprise applications and positioned SAP as an AI leader. He brings first-hand experience and a global perspective to every business and has been named a LinkedIn Top Voice, Thinkers360's Top 10 Thought Leader in AI, Generative AI, and Agentic AI, The Futurum Group's Top 14 AI Influencer, PEX Network’s Top 30 AI Leader, and SwissCognitive’s Top 50 Global AI Ambassador.

His work has appeared in CIO.com, VentureBeat, InformationWeek, and the American Management Association. He serves on the Editorial Board of the Journal of AI, Robotics and Workplace Automation and as an adjunct professor at West Chester University of Pennsylvania.

For leaders looking for clarity, action, and strategy, Andreas delivers a transformative experience beyond the hype. Follow his “What’s the BUZZ?” podcast and newsletter, “The AI MEMO”, and work with Andreas to turn hype into outcome for your business.

Vice President & Head of Marketing & Solution Management — Artificial Intelligence

Defined GTM and product marketing for Artificial Intelligence (AI) across SAP’s product portfolio, incl. AI Business Services on SAP Business Technology Platform in the context of embedded AI capabilities and intelligent process automation via Robotic Process Automation (RPA) and low-code/ no-code offering. Led global team of product marketers and solution managers

Cyber Security | Instructor | Mentor | I assist people and organizations in staying ahead of cybercriminals | Spiritual Guru

I’m a Cybersecurity and AI researcher, educator, and recognized thought leader, passionate about making technology safer and more trustworthy. I was named one of the Top 10 Cybersecurity Thought Leaders in Education.

My journey into IT/Cybersecurity began from humble beginnings, including early mistakes like accidentally formatting my father’s brand-new computer, and navigating language barriers as a non-native English speaker. Overcoming these challenges strengthened my resilience, shaped my skills, and inspired me to help others succeed in cybersecurity and technology, no matter their background.

I am currently pursuing a fully funded PhD at the University of the West of England while serving as an associate lecturer in cybersecurity. My research focuses on defending large language models like ChatGPT against multi-turn jailbreaking attacks, combining technical rigor with practical cybersecurity solutions. My work has been recognized with the Best Paper Award at UKCI 2025, the first Black African to receive this honor, reflecting a commitment to innovation and impact.

Beyond research, I serve as a board member and UK Cyber Security Council assessor, helping recognize qualified cybersecurity professionals and organizations across the UK. I also mentor students worldwide and support startups through Startup Bootcamp, the #1 startup accelerator in Europe, helping early-stage innovators turn ideas into impactful solutions.

I bring a diverse set of skills including cybersecurity research, AI safety, software development, and Linux expertise, and I am proud to have created the first Bash script–style cyber content series, Bash Family, blending technical education with creativity.

Outside of technology, I am deeply passionate about religion, spirituality, art, and drawing. I serve as a spiritual guide and co-founder, along with L'Ermite Panet, of "L'Équipe du 7", a close-knit group where we explore and compare religions, spiritual organizations, and ideologies. These passions inspire my approach to innovation, teaching, and storytelling in cybersecurity.

I thrive at the intersection of innovation, collaboration, and impact, sharing insights with the global cybersecurity community, mentoring the next generation, and turning challenges into actionable lessons. 

Feel free to DM me to explore potential collaborations, public speaking engagements, or initiatives in cybersecurity and AI. 🤝

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