I share actionable inspiration how to innovate and grow your business.
Public speaking
Future forward keynotes and actionable insights on industry changes across media & entertainment and technology.
Workshops
Executive offsites to go in-depth with analysis, case studies and learnings to inform planning and growth strategies.
Media
Articles and stories about technology’s impact on brands and people in media and entertainment industry.
Recent events
Jun, 2025 – Los Angeles, USA
Artist And The Machine: From Studio to Storyverse
On June 5th, 2025, Artist and the Machine hosted LA Salon: From Studio to Storyverse in Venice Beach, convening brand executives, AI founders, and creatives to explore AI’s impact on entertainment. Anchored by Adobe’s fireside with Hannah Elsakr, Dave Clark, and Nik Kleverov, the evening surfaced key insights: creators are becoming production ecosystems, AI expands possibility while taste still leads, and storytelling fundamentals remain human. Featured speakers from Adobe, Promise Studios, Asteria, Revelations Entertainment, Native Foreign, and more sparked new collaborations, leaving the community energized to shape creativity’s next chapter.
Oct, 2024 – Los Angeles, USA
LA Tech Week: The Fusion of AI & Creativity
The Fusion of AI & Creativity explores the intersection of artificial intelligence and human imagination, diving into how AI is transforming creative industries.Bringing together innovators, artists, and tech enthusiasts to discuss the possibilities, challenges, and future potential of AI-driven creativity. Through panel discussions and interactive showcases, participants will gain insights into how AI can enhance artistic expression, streamline creative processes, and unlock new forms of innovation. Join us for an inspiring dialogue on the future of creativity in the age of AI.
Oct, 2024 – Berlin, Germany
Ciclope: Dream Bigger: How AI Unlocks New Possibilities
Embark on a journey into the future of creativity, challenging you to reimagine the boundaries of your artistic potential in the age of AI. Drawing inspiring parallels from past technological revolutions, discover how this powerful technology is opening unprecedented opportunities for creators across all mediums, expanding rather than limiting creative possibilities. Learn how to harness AI’s potential to craft narratives and experiences that were once thought impossible. Ignite your creative fire and position yourself at the forefront of the AI-powered creative revolution.
Sep, 2024 – Malibu, USA
AI Social Club Meetup: Leveraging AI for success
AI Social Club Meetup featuring Emmy-nominated host and digital pioneer Shira Lazar alongside AI visionary Sander Saar as they explored the intersection of media, innovation, and the future of artificial intelligence. Both panelists brought unique perspectives on how technology was transforming industries, from content creation to AI advancements. Through candid conversation, they revealed their go-to AI tools and shared real-world insights on leveraging AI for success.

Aug, 2024 – Los Angeles, USA
AI Vibes: Music & AI
Exploring the AI’s transformative impact on the music industry with music pioneers and legends Scott Page, AyseDeniz Gokcin, and Richard Titus. Discover how AI is reshaping composition, performance, and listener experiences, blending traditional artistry with cutting-edge technology. This talk examines current AI applications in music and envisions the future of concerts, creation, and consumption in the AI era.
Jun, 2024 – Los Angeles, USA
Kinn & AyseDeniz: Classical Regenerated AI Concert & Panel
AyseDeniz (@ADPianist) brings back the legendary classical composers including Chopin, Vivaldi, and Bach using a blend of AI tools and her expert skills in piano, theory and composition, performing original compositions from the masters, her own music and those generated by AI. Panel to be followed with guests with expertise in AI: Don Allen, Sander Saar and Richard Titus.
May, 2024 – Los Angeles, USA
AI Vibes: Fashion & AI
Exploring AI’s gam-changing tole in the fashion industry with fashion pioneers Karl Kani and Natalia Modenova from DressX. Discover how AI is reshaping design, manufacturing, and consumer experiences, bridging traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge digital innovation.
May, 2024 – Los Angeles, USA
CogX LA: The Sphere & Beyond: Powering Tangible 360 realism in Entertainment
Cinema, live entertainment and immersive experiences are going big, above and beyond. The possibilities across size, scope, sound, visuals and virtual reality are almost endless. That’s why it’s time to entirely reshape the way we approach entertainment formats. The new standard will elevate performance, creativity and experiences that resonate to colossal heights, powered by Al and other rapidly advancing tech.
Oct 2023 – Busan, Korea
Fly Asia 2023: Future of filmmaking with AI
Converging media ecosystems & independent creator renaissance
Keynote exploring the future of entertainment & technology from virtual production to AI. In addition to a keynote and panel exploring what Asian startups, investors and companies need to know to succeed in European & global content and tech ecosystem?
Sep 2023 – London, UK
CogX 2023: Beyond Cinema
Explore the bleeding edge of creativity and how the ripple effects of the generative AI are reaching beyond traditional cinema. Hear about new frontier storytelling tools never thought possible before that will be affecting the creative entertainment industries. Featuring Move AI, Inworld AI, Accenture.
May 2023 – Cannes, France
CogX Cinema & AI: Unleashing the Power of Creativity with AI
AI and Film converge, igniting an era of boundless creativity and potential. This fusion equips filmmakers to reimagine storytelling, blending art and tech seamlessly. Hear from pioneering filmmakers, technologists, and creators navigating this brave new world.
May 2023 – Cannes, France
Cannes Next: AI Apocalypse or Revolution? Rethinking Creativity, Content and Cinema in the Age of AI
AI has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing industries and reshaping how we manage and perceive creativity, content, and cinema. The boundaries between human imagination and machine capabilities are blurring, opening up a realm of limitless possibilities.
March 2023 – Austin, USA
SXSW Future Media Hubs: Shaping the Future of Media Together: A Transatlantic Dialogue on Innovation
We’ve joined forces with our European partners and organised a media side event at Innovation Bridge Europe. In this half day event, you can follow 2 very interesting discussions about the European and US media ecosystem, an inspiring talk about educating in the metaverse and startup presentations. Eager to find out more about the European ecosystem?
June 2021 – Cannes, France
“Opportunities for creatives and filmmakers” & “Exploring the Future of Data-driven and Data influenced Storytelling” Cannes Next – Marché du Film – Festival de Cannes
AI has emerged as a transformative force, revolutionizing industries and reshaping how we manage and perceive creativity, content, and cinema. The boundaries between human imagination and machine capabilities are blurring, opening up a realm of limitless possibilities.
Earlier events
2020
Digital World for Film Makers “Opportunities in the new world of filmmaking – event
Taipei Film Academy
2020
Solving the unique challenges of 2020 (by Penthera) – event
OTT in Europe
2019
Developing your content for the big business on global platforms – full video
European Film Forum
2013
How to: Effectively use market research to make your branded content more effective
BCMA (Branded Content Marketing Association)
2013
The Science of Online Video – a new model of measurement – slides
IAB UK Video Conference
2013
Be Emotive: How to cut through and connect with your audience? – full video, slides and interview
IAB Spain Inspirational
2013
Can emotions predict Cannes Lions winners? – full video and slides
WARC Advertising Research
2013
Optimising the Emotional Connections Your Advertisements Create slides
MRS Advertising Research
2012
New Techniques And Technologies In Marketing
IRL Political Union Leaders Academy
2012
Discussion on online privacy – full video
Estonian National Television morning show





















