“Fear not Artificial Intelligence, Fear Natural Stupidity”
Edgar Perez is a global leader and visionary in business and technology. He delivers captivating and insightful presentations on how to spark innovation and leverage technology, from Artificial Intelligence and Quantum Computing to 5G and the Metaverse.
Edgar is author of Knightmare on Wall Street, and The Speed Traders, and has contributed to The New York Times, W Radio, Sina Finance, Al Bayan and CGTN.
Edgar has presented in front of thousands of top executives around the world through a combination of in-person and online keynote speeches, as well as both public and in-house corporate training programs. His presentations have taken him to cities such as Abu Dhabi, Beijing, Berlin, Boston, Chicago, Dubai, Hong Kong, Istanbul, Jakarta, Kyiv, Kuala Lumpur, Lake Louise, Lima, London, Miami, Naples Beach, New York, Ningbo, Santiago, Sao Paulo, Scott Air Force Base, Seoul, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Singapore, Stockholm, Taipei, Toronto, Warsaw, Washington DC, Zhongshan, and Zibo, among other important metropolises.
Companies that have relied on Edgar’s talent and enthusiasm include CME Group, Dell, Franklin Templeton, Huawei, Microsoft, Pure Storage, Rackspace, Symantec, and Tencent, among others. He has been featured on CNN, CGTN, CNBC, FOX Business, Bloomberg TV, BNN Bloomberg, Habertürk TV, Channel NewsAsia and CNN en Español.
Edgar held various prestigious executive positions throughout his career, including Vice President at Citigroup, Senior Consultant at IBM, and Strategy Consultant at McKinsey. He possesses a strong educational background, with an undergraduate degree in Systems Engineering from Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería in Lima, Peru, a Master of Administration from Universidad ESAN in Lima, Peru, and an MBA from Columbia Business School in New York, where he majored in Finance and Management.
Talking Points
The Future of Work: How to Adapt and Thrive in the Age of Automation and AI
The world of work is undergoing a radical transformation as automation and artificial intelligence (AI) reshape various industries and occupations. How can we prepare ourselves and our organizations for the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead? In this keynote, Edgar will share his insights and recommendations on how to adapt and thrive in the age of automation and AI.
The Future of Work: How to Adapt and Thrive in the Age of Automation and AI
How to Foster a Culture of Innovation in Your Organization
In today’s fast-paced, ever-changing world, staying ahead of the curve means embracing innovation in every aspect of your business. But how do you create an environment where creativity thrives, risk-taking is encouraged, and collaboration fuels breakthrough ideas? Whether you’re a startup or a Fortune 500 company, Edgar will help you unlock the full potential of your team and turn your organization into a hub of innovation that sets you apart from the competition.
How to Foster a Culture of Innovation in Your Organization
The Artificial Intelligence Breakthroughs that are Changing the World
Imagine a world where computers can think, learn, and act like humans. A world where machines can solve complex problems, create new products, and revolutionize entire industries. Welcome to the age of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the most transformative technology of our time. Edgar will take you on a journey into the future of AI, showcasing the latest breakthroughs and their profound impact on businesses and society.
The Artificial Intelligence Breakthroughs that are Changing the World
The Human Element in ChatGPT
ChatGPT is an Artificial Intelligence language model designed to understand natural language and respond to user queries, providing human-like conversation in text form. ChatGPT can be used to automate customer service, answer frequently asked questions, and gain insights from customer interactions. Edgar will explore the ways in which ChatGPT blurs the line between human and machine, and what that means for the future of work and our relationship with technology.
The Human Element in ChatGPT
Generative AI and the Future of Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has come a long way since its inception in the mid-20th century. One of the most exciting and promising developments is Generative AI, a rapidly evolving field that focuses on teaching computers to create original content such as music, images, text, video, or protein structures. Edgar will inspire your team as he explores a future that we can experience today.
Generative AI and the Future of Artificial Intelligence
The Next Decade of Technology
From Generative AI and Quantum Computing to 5G and the Metaverse, the next decade will see a rapid acceleration of technological progress that will shape our lives in countless ways. Edgar will provide a visionary overview of the most important technological trends that are likely to dominate the next decade.
The Next Decade of Technology
The Ultimate Business Disruptor: Quantum Computing
Classical computing was invented in the 1940s; the advent of Quantum Computing will make these computers look painfully slow. Calculations that would take longer than a human’s life span to work out on a classic computer can be completed in a matter of hours or minutes with Quantum Computing. Furthermore, it will enable solving a set of problems that couldn’t be solved before. Edgar will reveal why Quantum Computing will disrupt companies in every industry.
The Ultimate Business Disruptor: Quantum Computing
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The Future of AI: Navigating Beyond LLMs and LVMs into the Future - The Evolution of AGI
AI is revolutionizing the world in ways we have never seen before, and it can unlock new possibilities, insights, and advantages for us. However, AI also comes with significant challenges. It can amplify our creativity, productivity, and innovation, but it can also raise ethical and social dilemmas for human creators, consumers, and regulators. Current AI is a powerful tool that can be wielded for good or evil, and it is our responsibility to shape its future. Future AI, however, will be a force for good, a force as ubiquitous as electricity today.The Shocking Truth About Generative AI and Digital Marketing: What You Need to Know Today
Generative AI is a game-changer for digital marketing, as it enables marketers to create and customize content at scale, personalize campaigns for each customer, and optimize their strategies based on data and feedback. Learn what are generative AI's applications and benefits for digital marketing, and what are the challenges and opportunities for marketers in this new era of AI-powered creativity. Get inspired by recent examples of generative AI in action, such as generating copy, images, videos, and audio for various marketing purposes.How Artificial Intelligence is Transforming Manufacturing, with a Little Help from Edgar Perez AI
Explore the impact of artificial intelligence on manufacturing, one of the most important sectors of the economy. AI is transforming the way products are designed, made, and delivered, by enabling faster, cheaper, and smarter production. AI can help manufacturers improve efficiency, quality, safety, and innovation, by using data, automation, and generative AI. Learn some real-world examples of how AI is being used in manufacturing.The Incredible Present and Future of the Metaverse
The metaverse is a virtual world where you can create, explore, and interact with other people and things. It is like a giant playground where you can have fun, learn, and express yourself. But what is the metaverse really like, and how can it affect your children? Discover the incredible present and future of the metaverse for the little ones. Learn what the metaverse is, how it works, and what children can do in it.Engine of Innovation: What You Can Learn from Silicon Valley, the World's Technology Hub
How did Silicon Valley become the epicenter of innovation and technology in the world? Discover the fascinating history of Silicon Valley, from its humble beginnings as a fruit orchard to its rise as a global powerhouse of entrepreneurship and creativity. Learn the secrets of Silicon Valley's continued success. Be inspired and gain valuable insights into the innovation engine that keeps the world turning.Thank you very much for your participation in Berlin at the European Institute CEO Roundtable. Your presentation was fascinating, a really informative session. The delegates seemed to hang o ... keep reading European Institute
We were much honored to host you at our annual conference held at our Washington DC headquarters. We were focused on the discussion of these topics in your book The Speed Traders, copies of which we purchased for each of our unit supervisors. We really appreciated your first-hand impressions of the current trading world as well as your thoughts on how trading practices will evolve in the future.
It was such a pleasure to have you participate in our conference. The feedback was great and the information you shared with the audience was invaluable. Once again, thank you for your contribution in making the event a success.
Edgar absolutely exceeded our expectations. He delivered an amazing review of today's global geopolitical environment. In a very straightforward and illuminating fashion, Edgar synthesized recent developments and future scenarios for our C-level audience hungering and thirsting for the most practical knowledge about China's recent policies and strategies
I have been fascinated with the presentation, Mr. Edgar Perez. We all hear a lot about the Metaverse. I thank you very much for having enlightened us; I think it's been a fascinating subject. Honestly, you have left me very impressed.
