Meet the Founder
Joanne Sweeney
One of Europe’s most in-demand AI speakers and trainers, helping organisations move from AI curiosity to confident adoption.
Speaker Bio
With 25+ years at the intersection of communications, marketing, and technology, Joanne brings a rare combination: deep expertise in AI strategy, a journalist’s gift for making complex ideas clear, and the practical authority of someone who trains teams on the ground every week.
A Harvard Kennedy School graduate in AI and Public Policy, Joanne is the author of AI Playbook (a Top 15 Irish bestseller at launch) and the host of the daily AI SIX podcast, delivering AI insights in six minutes to a growing global audience across 300+ episodes.
She has delivered keynotes and training for government agencies, professional bodies, and private sector organisations across Ireland, the UK, the EU, Saudi Arabia, and the United States.
Joanne’s signature framework for responsible AI adoption – a practical roadmap audiences can act on immediately.
Joanne doesn’t do hype. She brings warmth, authority, and real-world experience to every stage. Audiences leave her sessions not just inspired, but equipped.
Keynotes & Workshops
Popular Talk Topics
Joanne tailors every keynote and workshop to her audience. Here are some of the topics organisations book most often.
AI for Leaders: What You Need to Know Now
A clear, jargon-free introduction to AI for senior decision-makers. Understand the landscape, assess your readiness, and leave with a practical action plan.
Know AI. Use AI. Govern AI.
Joanne's signature framework for responsible AI adoption. From awareness to implementation to governance - a complete roadmap for any organisation.
AI-Powered Communications & Marketing
How AI is transforming content creation, audience engagement, and strategic communications. Practical tools and workflows your team can use tomorrow.
The Human in the Loop
Why AI amplifies human expertise rather than replacing it. How to stay relevant, lead with confidence, and make AI work for you.
How to Adapt Your Career in the Age of AI
AI is changing every role, not just tech. A practical session on future-proofing your career, building new skills, and positioning yourself for the opportunities ahead.
Digital Communications for an AI-Driven Internet
The internet is being reshaped by AI - from search to social to content discovery. What communications professionals need to understand, and how to adapt your strategy now.
At a Glance
Credentials & Experience
Joanne tailors every keynote and workshop to her audience. Here are some of the topics organisations book most often.
Education
Harvard Kennedy School (AI & Public Policy), MA Journalism, MA Digital Marketing, 12 professional qualifications
Author
AI Playbook (2025), Public Sector Marketing Pro (2018 & 2022), Social Media Under Investigation (2015)
Podcast
AI SIX - 300+ daily episodes delivering AI insights in six minutes
Clients
Government agencies (Ireland, UK, EU, Saudi Arabia, USA), Chartered Accountants Ireland, British Council, European Commission, The Law Society UK, Skillnet providers
Speaking
TEDx, Meta Government Summit, Twitter HQ San Francisco, international government conferences (Las Vegas, London, Phoenix)
Awards
Irish Podcast Awards Finalist, Irish Media Literacy Awards Finalist, Best Niche Digital Agency, Excellence in Public Sector Online Education 2023 & 2024
Get the Book
AI Playbook
The strategic guide to AI for marketing and communications. A Top 15 Irish bestseller with 500+ copies sold.
Stay in the Loop
Human in the Loop
Joanne’s weekly LinkedIn newsletter on AI for communications and marketing professionals. Join 3,900+ subscribers.
Listen Daily
AI SIX Podcast
AI insights in six minutes. Published daily, six days a week, with 300+ episodes and a growing global audience.
Book Joanne
Bring Joanne to Your Next Event
Whether it’s a keynote, workshop, or multi-day training programme, Joanne tailors every session to your audience and objectives.