Format A30–60 minutes
Keynote
Talks on practical AI adoption, the "unknown unknowns" of AI capability, or what changes when professionals learn to work with AI deliberately. Customized to your audience and industry.
Speaking and Events
Jonathon brings practical AI literacy to conferences, panels, and team events. His talks are designed for non-technical audiences who want to understand how AI can support their work and where to start.
At a glance
FormatsKeynote · panel · fireside · workshop
Length30 minutes to a half-day
AudienceNon-technical professionals
DeliveryToronto-based · travels · virtual
Booking4–6 weeks ahead
Replies within a few business days.
What to expect
Jonathon’s talks are practical, clear sessions designed for non-technical audiences. He helps people understand what AI can do for their work, what’s getting in the way, and what changes when you learn to use it with intention.
Every session is tailored to its audience. Before each engagement, Jonathon learns about your audience, their industry, and what you want them to learn or be able to do afterward — the formats and topics below are starting points.
Formats
Format BModerated
Panel Discussion
Jonathon brings a practical perspective to AI panels, keeping the conversation focused on what the audience can take away and use.
Format CConversational
Fireside Chat
Conversational, audience-driven sessions that explore AI’s impact on day-to-day work, leadership, and decision-making. Works well for smaller groups or more intimate event settings.
Format D90 minutes – half-day
Workshop
Interactive, hands-on sessions where participants work with AI tools in real time. Ideal as a conference add-on or standalone team event. Participants leave with workflows they built themselves.
Topics
The Unknown Unknowns of AI
Most professionals don’t realize what they’re missing with AI. This talk explains the difference between asking AI occasional questions and using it systematically for research, planning, and other work.
Conference keynotes · Professional association events
AI Without the Jargon
A clear, practical introduction to what AI can do for non-technical professionals. No buzzwords, no fear tactics, no "robots are coming for your job."
Organizations early in AI adoption · Mixed-technical audiences
From Overwhelm to Implementation
Why isolated AI experiments rarely become regular working practices, even for capable people, and the structured approach that turns them into lasting workflows.
Leadership summits · Professional development events
AI for Nonprofits: Doing More With Less
How nonprofit teams are using AI to reduce grant-reporting time from days to hours, complete more work within existing budgets, and take on projects they previously couldn’t justify the time for.
Nonprofit conferences · Social impact events
Building With AI as a Founder
How early-stage founders and entrepreneurs are using AI to complete projects faster, take on work they’d otherwise outsource, and operate at a scale that used to require a bigger team.
Startup accelerators · Incubator programs
Custom Topics
Have a specific theme or audience in mind? Jonathon develops talks tailored to your industry, audience, and event goals.
Built with you, for your room
Where Jonathon has spoken
Jonathon has spoken at conferences, panels, and events across Canada on AI, entrepreneurship, and inclusive technology adoption.
| Event | Format | Date |
|---|---|---|
| BlackNorth Initiative Entrepreneurship Mixer | Panel | December 2025 |
| ICON Advantage Symposium | Panel: Incubators, Accelerators and Startups | December 2025 |
| BFUTR Global Tech Summit | Panel: Future-Proofing Your Tech Career | November 2025 |
| Canadian EdTech Accelerator Alumni Panel | Alumni Panel | November 2025 |
| Elevate Festival — Black Innovation Zone | Panel: AI and Entrepreneurship | October 2025 |
| DMZ BIP Rise and Pitch Breakfast | Panel: AI in Business and Inclusive AI | February 2025 |
| AI Innovation at Black Career Conference | Panel | January 2025 |
| Black OW Virtual AMA Session | Entrepreneurship AMA and Presentation | November 2024 |
| ICON Advantage Symposium | Panel: Early Stage Startups | November 2024 |
| Brampton Library Tech Talks | Panel | February 2024 |
| Take the Next Step Business Forum | Panel | November 2023 |
Invite Jonathon to speak at your event
Booked 4–6 weeks ahead
Share the details of your event and Jonathon will get back to you within a few business days.
Common questions
Four to six weeks is a comfortable lead time, though Jonathon has accommodated events with just a few weeks' notice. Include your timeline in the inquiry form and he’ll let you know if it works.
Fees depend on the format, duration, travel, and how much customization is involved. Jonathon works with a range of budgets, from funded conferences to community organizations with limited resources. Share your budget range in the inquiry form and he’ll let you know what’s possible.
Yes. Virtual keynotes, panels, and fireside chats all work well over video, and virtual workshops are available to teams anywhere in the world. In-person workshops are strongest since participants are working with AI tools live, but the virtual format has worked well for remote teams.
Jonathon is based in Toronto and regularly travels for speaking engagements and workshops, across Canada, the U.S., and internationally. Include your event location in the inquiry form and he’ll confirm availability.
Jonathon doesn’t give the same talk twice. Before each engagement, he spends time learning about your audience, their industry, and what you want them to learn or be able to do afterward. He adapts the listed topics to your audience and event goals.
A microphone and a screen or projector for all sessions. Many of Jonathon’s talks include live AI demonstrations, so a reliable connection between his laptop and the display matters. For workshops, participants need a laptop or tablet with wifi. Jonathon will share a full setup list once the format is confirmed.
A keynote runs 30 to 60 minutes. The audience listens, watches live demonstrations, and learns about AI capabilities and how they could apply to their work. A workshop runs 90 minutes to a half-day. Participants open their laptops, work with AI tools alongside Jonathon, and leave with workflows they can keep using. Workshops work well as conference add-ons or standalone team sessions. For organizations that want to go further, Corporate Training offers multi-session programs built around your team’s work.