Zack Kass

Zack Kass

Former Head of Go-to-Market at OpenAI & Global Authority on Artificial Intelligence Strategy

Core Intelligence Domain: Artificial Intelligence
Location: United States | Languages: English
Representation: Represented globally by PSpeakers Global Intelligence

Zack Kass is a preeminent AI futurist and the former Head of Go-to-Market at OpenAI, where he was instrumental in the unprecedented commercialisation of ChatGPT and the global proliferation of enterprise artificial intelligence. Operating at the vital intersection of technological innovation and corporate strategy, he provides C-suite executives, boards of directors, and international governments with the proprietary frameworks required to navigate the rapid evolution of generative AI. His strategic foresight enables leaders to transform complex AI capabilities into tangible commercial advantages, ensuring sustainable growth and operational resilience in an increasingly automated world.

Pioneering the AI Revolution

During his tenure at OpenAI, Zack built and led the commercial teams responsible for integrating advanced AI models into the infrastructure of the world’s most prominent organisations. He served as the primary architect for OpenAI’s enterprise partnerships, translating complex machine learning capabilities into actionable business applications. By driving the adoption of artificial intelligence across Fortune 500 companies, he helped redefine modern productivity, demonstrating how AI can be deployed to optimise workflows, enhance executive decision-making, and unlock entirely new revenue streams.

Strategic Foresight and Optimistic Futurism

Beyond his foundational work at OpenAI, Zack is a prominent advocate for “optimistic futurism.” Backed by over 14 years of executive experience in scaling disruptive technologies, his current focus is on demystifying artificial intelligence for non-technical leaders and developing robust frameworks for AI governance and implementation. He serves as a trusted advisor to global policymakers and multinational corporations, guiding them through the socio-economic impacts of AI. Zack strongly advocates for a human-centred approach, illustrating how technology can amplify human potential, eliminate mundane administrative burdens, and elevate strategic creativity across the global workforce.

Core Speaking Themes & Strategic Masterclasses

• Demystifying Generative AI for the C-Suite: A strategic overview of current AI capabilities, separating commercial reality from media hype to help leaders make confident, data-driven investment decisions.
• Building an AI-First Organisational Culture: Proprietary frameworks for driving internal adoption, upskilling workforces, and mitigating employee resistance during major technological transitions.
• The Future of Business and Productivity: Analysing how AI will fundamentally restructure industries, redefine specific roles, and create unprecedented opportunities for margin expansion and market disruption.
• Ethical AI and Corporate Governance: Navigating the complex ethical landscape, ensuring data privacy, minimising algorithmic bias, and establishing safe, compliant AI deployment parameters.
• The Case for Optimistic Futurism: A compelling narrative on how artificial intelligence will ultimately elevate the human condition, democratise knowledge, and solve complex global challenges.

Key Takeaways

• Strategic Implementation Blueprints: Actionable methodologies for integrating generative AI into existing enterprise architectures to drive immediate ROI and operational efficiency.
• Change Management Mastery: Proven techniques to foster a culture of technological agility and psychological safety among workforces facing the realities of AI disruption.
• Foresight on Disruptive Trends: Exclusive, forward-looking insights into the next iteration of AI models and how organisations can future-proof their commercial strategies today.
• Risk Mitigation and Governance: Clear, actionable guidelines on navigating the emerging regulatory, ethical, and reputational risks associated with automated and generative intelligence systems.