Kate O'Neill, professional global keynote speaker

As a globally recognized keynote speaker and thought leader, I deliver transformative insights at the intersection of technology, business, and human experience. My talks inspire and equip leaders to navigate digital transformation while creating meaningful human experiences at scale.

Selected speaking engagements demonstrate impact across sectors:

- GLOBAL LEADERSHIP & INNOVATION
    - United Nations: Multiple keynotes on data-driven innovation and human experience
    - World Government Summit (Dubai): Future of work presentation to world leaders
    - Amsterdam's Future-Readiness Initiative: Strategic city transformation
- FORTUNE 500 & ENTERPRISE
    - Executive keynotes for Google, IBM, Adobe, Microsoft, Cisco
    - Digital transformation strategies for Coca-Cola, McDonald's, Charles Schwab
    - Innovation workshops for HCA Healthcare, Northwestern Mutual
- SPECIALIZED EXPERTISE
    - Tech Innovation: Talks at Google series, Etsy Engineering Day
    - Academic Leadership: Guest lectures at Cambridge, Harvard, Yale
    - Industry Events: INBOUND, O'Reilly Strata + Hadoop World London

Speaking topics include:

- • The Tech Humanist Approach to Digital Transformation
- • AI Ethics and Responsible Innovation
- • Future-Ready Leadership in a Tech-Driven World
- • Creating Meaningful Human Experiences at Scale

Available for keynotes, executive workshops, and strategic advisory sessions. Past audiences have included C-suite executives and senior leaders from Fortune 500 companies, tech innovators, and global organizations committed to responsible digital transformation.

Professional Keynote Speaker

The Tech Humanist Show

The Tech Humanist Show is a multi-format program exploring how data and technology shape the human experience. Available as both a podcast and video series, the show features in-depth conversations with influential thinkers and leaders in ethical AI, privacy, and emerging technology. Distinguished guests have included Dr. Rumman Chowdhury (former Twitter Director of ML Ethics), David Ryan Polgar (Founder of All Tech Is Human), Dr. Safiya Noble (author of "Algorithms of Oppression"), and Yanis Varoufakis (former finance minister of Greece and author of “Technofeudalism”), among other visionary voices shaping the future of technology and humanity.

Creator, Host, Executive Producer

KO Insights

KO Insights is a premier strategic advisory firm transforming how global organizations navigate the intersection of technology and humanity. We specialize in human-centric digital transformation, AI ethics, and meaningful innovation at scale.

Our expertise delivers measurable impact through executive advisory services, transformative keynotes, and strategic workshops. We help organizations harness emerging technologies while prioritizing meaningful human experiences and responsible innovation.

Select client engagements showcase our impact across sectors:

- Guided a FORTUNE 50 TECH GIANT in developing ethical AI frameworks and human-centric product strategies
- Partnered with a GLOBAL CONSUMER BRAND LEADER to revolutionize their digital customer experience across 100+ markets
- Led digital transformation strategy for a MAJOR HEALTHCARE NETWORK, focusing on patient experience optimization
- Advised a LEADING SMART CITY INITIATIVE on human-centric IoT implementation
- Facilitated strategic innovation workshops for MULTIPLE FORTUNE 100 EXECUTIVE TEAMS

Our client portfolio includes Fortune 100 corporations, global tech leaders, prestigious universities (including Harvard, Cambridge, Yale), major healthcare institutions, government agencies, and the United Nations. We've worked with recognized brands such as Google, IBM, Adobe, Microsoft, Coca-Cola, and McDonald's, delivering transformative insights that drive both business success and human benefit.

We share our insights globally through books, articles, and thought leadership collaborations with major organizations. My upcoming book "What Matters Next: A Leader's Guide to Making Human-Friendly Tech Decisions in a World That's Moving Too Fast" (2025, Wiley and Thinkers50) continues this tradition.

Founder & CEO / Chief Tech Humanist (Expert Consultant/Advisor, Author, Speaker)

Professional Global Keynote Speaker

Leading Authorities, Inc.

BigSpeak Speakers Bureau

Keppler Speakers

London Speaker Bureau

Faith Popcorn's BrainReserve

Have consulted on strategy projects for Fortune 500 clients, including go-to-market consumer strategy for a new pharmaceutical device, as well as providing expert input on trends for client projects from time to time.

Consulting Strategist / Member of "TalentBank" Panel of Experts

Deep Focus

Stepped in temporarily to lead strategy definition for a client roster including household-name consumer brands and global organizations.

Strategy Consultant

Known globally as the "Tech Humanist," Kate O'Neill is a leading voice on AI ethics, responsible tech, and human-centric digital transformation. As a sought-after expert, she advises Fortune 500 leaders and speaks at high-profile events worldwide on navigating our tech-driven future while prioritizing human experiences.

Kate's unique blend of "Strategic Optimism" and tech expertise has made her an in-demand consultant for organizations facing complex challenges in emerging technologies, climate change, and rapid digital transformation. Her insights help businesses innovate responsibly, balancing technological advancement with human values.

Career highlights:

- Author of six books, including the forthcoming "What Matters Next: A Leader's Guide to Making Human-Friendly Tech Decisions in a World That's Moving Too Fast"
- Shortlisted for the prestigious Thinkers50 Digital Thinking Award
- Featured expert on BBC, WIRED, NPR, and other major media outlets
- Pioneering roles: First content management position at Netflix, built Toshiba's first intranet

With over 25 years of cross-functional expertise in technology, strategy, and innovation, Kate has consistently been at the forefront of digital industry practices. Her work spans from data analytics and IoT to AI and machine learning, always with a focus on creating meaningful, scalable human experiences.

Recognized as "Technology Entrepreneur of the Year" and "Strategist of the Year," Kate continues to shape the global conversation on how businesses can thrive in the digital age while making a positive impact on humanity.

For more information, visit: http://www.koinsights.com/about/about-kate-oneill/

Latest book available for pre-order at: 
https://www.amazon.com/What-Matters-Next-Human-Friendly-Decisions/dp/1394296428/

Kate O'Neill

BND Consulting Group

At BND Consulting, we help women in leadership gain the clarity they need to lead their teams with confidence. Using our BND Framework, we help women in leadership gain the clarity they need to lead their teams with confidence and make strategic decisions that align their individual success with their organization’s goals. 

**Certified Minority Woman-Owned Business**

- Spearheaded cross-functional programs to increase employee retention by 21% across clients, enhancing alignment between team goals and organizational objectives.
- Launched structured performance initiatives to drive engagement, leading to a 14% rise in ERG participation and aligning employee efforts with DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Belonging) strategies.
- Partnered with senior leadership to deliver insights through in-depth data analysis, directly reducing churn and supporting a culture of continuous improvement. Created data storyboards to communicate strategic insights effectively.
- As Interim COO, led a restructuring initiative resulting in a 3% reduction in a $3 million budget, demonstrating a commitment to operational efficiency and cost-saving measures.
- Worked closely with stakeholders in HR and operations to develop performance-driven programs that reduced operational costs and improved customer satisfaction.

Founder and CEO

Harvard Business Review

As a member of the research community, I provide insight to shape the content HBR develops and enrich the collective understanding of ideas from HBR and the wider world of management and leadership.

Advisory Council Member

Peace IQ

Lead the operational development of the pre-seed startup, PeaceIQ.

Chief Operating Officer

The Gem Project, Inc.

Conduct searches for prospective board members. Review and manage scholarship submissions. Explore donation opportunities. Review grant submissions.

Chair of the Scholarship and Board Nomination Committees

digitalundivided

- Implemented engagement and motivation programs, reducing attrition from 13.16% to 1.8%. Enhanced leadership effectiveness through employee-driven feedback loops.
- Increased engagement by 550% through data-backed social media outreach programs, leveraging actionable insights to inform programmatic decisions.
- Regularly analyzed HR trends, providing data-driven guidance on rewards and recognition strategies, elevating employee satisfaction to the highest in the organization's history.
- Achieved the organization’s highest fundraising quarter, supporting sustainable growth and fostering a mission-aligned culture through data-based decision-making.

Interim CEO & Chief Operating Officer

New Leaders Council

NLC moves the country forward by creating ecosystems of local changemakers from a diversity of identities, issues, and industries.

NLC is a six-month place-based learning environment, followed by experiential learning as volunteer NLC Chapter leaders. Each chapter tailors the national curriculum to the needs of the local community.

The program focuses on skills building such as entrepreneurial goal setting, strategic communications, digital organizing, finance and fundraising, coalition building, public policy, and equity and inclusion.

New Leaders Council Alumna 2021

Brooks, Berne & Herndon PLLC

Litigation Consultant

Get Sh!t Done

Get Sh!t Done is the superpower scaling sidekick supporting female entrepreneurs building $1M+ scalable companies on their own terms. 

- Winner of People's Choice Award

Accelerator 2020 Summer Cohort 

Liberty Mutual Insurance

At Liberty, I provided timely and accurate counsel in a variety of legal topics, including insurance defense law and commercial litigation. Tasked with applying effective risk management techniques and offer proactive advice on opportunities for exposure.

- Obtained one of the highest trial success rates at 100% of verdicts on behalf of the client, Liberty Mutual.
- Achieved a No Cause of Action during a two-week trial against three plaintiffs, two plaintiff’s attorneys, and six experts in the fields of Radiology, Orthopedics, Pain Management, and Chiropractic Care. 
- Successfully represented client at numerous levels, including New Jersey Appellate Court.

In-House Counsel

Bloomberg LP

At Bloomberg, I managed adoption and integration of the Bloomberg Law legal research platform through marketing tools and operational tactics in AMLAW 100 Law Firms and accredited law schools.

- Coordinated an international rollout of Bloomberg Law with firms in Western Europe and South Asia.
- Onboarded over 150+ new clients and increased usage with Liberty Mutual over 30%.
- Hired, trained, and managed 24 employees over a four-state territory.

Senior Business Development Manager

Award-Winning Executive Leadership Coach | Workforce Development Expert | I use values to grow people and profits.

Award-Winning Business Strategy Expert | Attorney | Founder of BND Consulting

Hi, thanks for stopping by! I'm thrilled to introduce myself as an experienced business strategist and founder of BND Consulting. My vision is to redefine leadership so trust and people-focused development are the cornerstones of organizational success. I specialize in helping leaders develop the confidence needed to turn tension into actionable solutions that build trust, engagement, and productivity.

🔨 The Problem I Solve:

Many leaders—especially women—are subject-matter experts but often lack confidence in developing a clear strategy for leading teams. This lack of confidence is frustrating and, when unchecked, leads to a loss of time, talent, and resources. This is where I come in. With the precision of a legal strategist and a coach's intuition, I guide leaders TOWARD conflict as a point of curiosity and innovation, rather than AWAY from it as a point of division and upset. 

💡 How I Help:

Using data-driven insights and a deep understanding of leadership and people operations, I guide leaders in developing impactful frameworks that leverage power and align team objectives with the organization's mission and vision.

🚀 What Sets Me Apart:

As an experienced attorney, former elected official, and business strategist, I leverage my extensive knowledge and expertise to craft business strategies that drive measurable results. I integrate full‑service legal consulting, which means leaders no longer have to juggle outside counsel and internal strategy. I meet them at the moment of decision—whether that’s drafting a contract, defending a claim, or power‑mapping their next big move—and stay with them all the way to results. My approach raises the standard of excellence for leaders while championing the concerns and values of all organizational partners, regardless of title.

📲 Let's Connect:

If you're interested in exploring what's possible for your organization, I would love to connect with you. Together, we can explore innovative strategies, optimize your talent, and propel your business toward sustainable growth. You can always reach out to me here on LinkedIn or through the contact information provided.

Brittany S. Hale, J.D.

🍂 My freshman year of college, I almost died.

🔸 I won't go into all the details here, but what I will say is this: surviving that experience fundamentally changed how I show up in the world.

🔸 When you face mortality that young, it clarifies things. It strips away the noise. It forces you to ask: What am I here for? How will I use the time I've been given?

🔸 For me, the answer became crystal clear: leadership through service.

🔸 That conviction led me to work with the National Council of Negro Women, Inc. HQ (NCNW), where I had the privilege of helping feed over 40 families. 

🔸 It wasn't about the numbers—it was about the dignity, the connection, and the reminder that our communities thrive when we show up for each other.

🦃 As we move into Thanksgiving week, I'm reflecting on gratitude—not just for what I have, but for what I've been given the opportunity to give.

💡 Here's my ask: If you're able, donate to your local food bank this season. Volunteer an hour. Show up.

🔸 Leadership isn't just about strategy and vision—it's about service. It's about recognizing that our success is meaningless if we're not lifting others alongside us. Thankful for Ni'Kita Wilson and NCNW GEAS! 

What are you grateful for this season? I'd love to hear in the comments below. 🧡

#thanksgiving #leadership #service

Brittany S. Hale, Esq.

Fractional Strategy & Operations Professional | Growth Strategy | Stabilized operations and drove $13M+ in funding outcomes through cross-functional restructuring | Founder of BND Consulting

🌱 It can be challenging to chart a path that's new, especially when you're delving in to something most people avoid. 

🤺 Conflict is my signal, not my problem. While most people rush to resolve it, I lean in to examine what the friction reveals and transform those insights into strategies for innovation and growth.

💭 I really enjoyed speaking with Alfred E. Blake IV about my journey and why I'm Built Different. I hope you'll take some time to check out this episode. Thanks, Alfred, for the opportunity!

#women #leadership #conflict

LinkedIn Creator Accelerator Fellow| Award Winning Innovator | Speaker| I help university leaders empower talent to build authentic & impactful personal brands. I teach leaders to transform experience into leverage.

THIS is the kind of leadership thinking we’re surrounded by.... but often miss.

Conversations like this help us map the invisible drivers of innovation.
Brittany S. Hale, Esq. is framing of conflict as a systems level tool is a lesson in real-world leadership.

Most people avoid conflict. Brittany Hale studies it.

In this clip from the Built Different series, Brittany reframes conflict NOT as something to fear, but as a signal. A tool. A mirror that reveals where people, process, and power are out of sync.

It’s not about fighting.

It’s about finding the gaps and designing something better.
This series continues to spotlight the kind of thinking that pushes systems forward.

Quietly building something meaningful here with Built Different. Rutgers University–Newark Rutgers School of Arts & Sciences-Newark

🎥 Watch this. Share it with someone leading through tension.
#BuiltDifferent #InnovationMindset #BrittanyHale #FrameworkX #SystemLeadership #ConflictAsStrategy #WomenInLaw #HigherEdInnovation

🪨 2024 hit nonprofits hard. Budget cuts. Hiring freezes. "Do more with less" became the unofficial mission statement.

❏ Now we're ending 2025, and many organizations are still operating with those same constraints, but the work hasn't stopped growing.

❏ Here's what I keep seeing: organizations eliminated senior leadership positions to save costs, then watched their strategic initiatives stall, their teams burn out, and their mission drift.

❏ You don't solve a capacity problem by removing capacity. You solve it by being strategic about HOW you build capacity.

❏ Enter: fractional executives.

❏ Think of it this way—you wouldn't hire a full-time attorney to be on staff when you only need legal counsel periodically. You bring in expertise when and how you need it.

❏ The same logic applies to fractional leadership.
Fractional executives provide high-level strategic thinking without the full-time salary, expertise in areas where your team has gaps, flexibility to scale up or down based on organizational needs, and a fresh perspective from someone who's seen multiple organizations navigate similar challenges. 

❏ For nonprofits facing 2026 with tighter budgets and bigger goals, this isn't just about saving money. It's about accessing the leadership you need to actually move your mission forward.

❏ Ready to explore how fractional executive support could work for your organization? Visit www.bndconsulting.co to learn more about strategic leadership solutions designed for nonprofits navigating change.

#strategy #business #fractionalwork

▫️ Some careers follow a straight line. Mine? More like a well-designed interchange.
 
▫️I walked with Alfred for his Built Different series to talk about what it really means to be a flexipreneur — someone who builds a multi-lane career without losing clarity, purpose, or sanity.

▫️ If you’ve been craving work that actually fits your ambition (instead of shrinking it), this conversation is for you.

▫️ Curious about navigating your own flexipreneur path? My inbox is open — happy to help you map it out.
#BuiltDifferent #Flexipreneur #leadership

One thing I have noticed in my research around innovation is that there is often an ethos of "flex" AND not fitting exactly into a perfect box. Brittany S. Hale, Esq. highlighted herself as a flexipreneur and managing a diverse income portfolio...

Key takewaways:


When is the the last time you asked yourself what are my Interests, Expertise and Bandwidth? Once you explore, it will help you to understand your unique "Income portfolio". Many times the more senior you are in your career the more narrow your skillsets become. If it's working for you, don't fix it. However, many innovators have a variety of buckets that their skills come from that actually help them in standing out. Many are burned out from working so hard to fit into the mold.... I often wonder how ......CURIOSITY and EXPLORATION will help to change that.... what do you say?

Brittany has had many different angles of her skills shown:

-Undefeated trial attorney
- Consultant
- C Suite Executive
- Managing Partnerships

Those innovative solutions are often what come as a result of an eye that is not hypnotized by the norm. Blink twice if you're still with me.

What are some ways that your unique skillsets are an asset because they are different?

For students who are saying... hmmmm I may want to open a business, but also see myself in a corporation or non-profit.  Entrepreneurial thinking is something that opens your possibilities to many different routes.  Reach out if you have questions about entrepreneurship classes that can help you reach your desired goals. 

Rutgers University Rutgers University–Newark Rutgers School of Arts & Sciences-Newark

Every day I’m thankful to be connected to phenomenal women, and Brenda is no exception! This year’s Homecoming was phenomenal, I’m so proud of the work she’s doing and the moments I can share in! 

#womeninleadership #rutgers

Latina Leader | Revolutionizing Alumni Engagement Strategies in Higher Education |

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Just two RU-N alumni enjoying HOMECOMING 😄thank you for your leadership Brittany S. Hale, Esq. it's always a joy to have you!

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