Speaking
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.
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.
Formats
Jonathon speaks in the format that fits your event. Each can be customized to your audience and theme.
Keynote
30 to 60-minute talks on practical AI adoption, the "unknown unknowns" of AI capability, or what changes when leaders learn to work with AI deliberately. Customized to your audience and industry.
Panel Discussion
Jonathon brings a practical perspective to AI panels, keeping the conversation focused on what the audience can take away and use.
Fireside Chat
Conversational, audience-driven sessions that explore AI’s real impact on work, leadership, and decision-making. Works well for smaller groups or more intimate event settings.
Workshop
Interactive, hands-on sessions (90 minutes to half-day) 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 leaders don’t realize what they’re missing with AI. This talk reveals the gap between surface-level use and strategic partnership, and shows what changes when you close it.
AI Without the Jargon
A clear, practical introduction to what AI can actually do for non-technical professionals. No buzzwords, no fear tactics, no "robots are coming for your job."
From Overwhelm to Implementation
Why smart, capable people struggle with AI adoption, and the structured approach that turns scattered experiments into lasting workflows.
AI for Nonprofits: Doing More With Less
How nonprofit leaders are using AI to compress days of grant reporting into hours, stretch limited budgets further, and take on projects they previously couldn't justify the time for.
Building With AI as a Founder
How early-stage founders and entrepreneurs are using AI to compress timelines, take on work they'd otherwise outsource, and operate at a scale that used to require a bigger team.
Custom Topics
Have a specific theme or audience in mind? Jonathon develops talks tailored to your industry, audience, and event goals.
Where Jonathon Has Spoken
Jonathon has spoken at conferences, panels, and events across Canada on AI, entrepreneurship, and inclusive technology adoption.
| Event | Organization | Format | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BlackNorth Initiative Entrepreneurship Mixer | BlackNorth Initiative | Panel | December 2025 |
| ICON Advantage Symposium | ICON | Panel: Incubators, Accelerators and Startups | December 2025 |
| BFUTR Global Tech Summit | Black Professionals in Tech Network | Panel: Future-Proofing Your Tech Career | November 2025 |
| Canadian EdTech Accelerator Alumni Panel | Canadian EdTech Accelerator | Alumni Panel | November 2025 |
| Elevate Festival — Black Innovation Zone | Elevate Festival, Black Innovation Zone | Panel: AI and Entrepreneurship | October 2025 |
| DMZ BIP Rise and Pitch Breakfast | DMZ, Scotiabank | Panel: AI in Business and Inclusive AI | February 2025 |
| AI Innovation at Black Career Conference | University of Toronto, Black Founders Network | Panel | January 2025 |
| Black OW Virtual AMA Session | City of Toronto | Entrepreneurship AMA and Presentation | November 2024 |
| ICON Advantage Symposium | ICON Talent Partners | Panel: Early Stage Startups | November 2024 |
| Brampton Library Tech Talks | Brampton Library | Panel | February 2024 |
| Take the Next Step Business Forum | NNMD Inc. | Panel | November 2023 |
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