Matt O’Neill is a futurist, author, and keynote speaker focused on how leaders and organisations adapt to artificial intelligence, technological change, and shifting expectations of work.
He has delivered more than 340 talks and workshops across nearly 90 countries, working with leadership teams on four continents to help them make sense of what is changing and what still matters. His work draws on experience building and running marketing, communications, and forecasting businesses, as well as more than a decade of working with distributed, gig economy teams and emerging AI tools.
Matt is best known for his practical approach to the future of work, leadership, and technology. Rather than distant predictions, he concentrates on the next five to ten years, helping organisations understand what is already underway and how to respond with confidence. His two books, The Future is Now and Future Hackers, explore how people and companies can stay effective as automation, data, and new business models reshape everyday working life.
He speaks at conferences and delivers bespoke seminars and workshops for leadership groups across sectors, including banking, education, retail, manufacturing, media, software, and professional services. Clients such as Shell, Macquarie, Sage, Crédit Agricole, Warburtons, SugarCRM, and Randstad RiseSmart have engaged him to support strategic thinking, learning programmes, and organisational change.
Matt’s work is anchored in a belief that technology should serve people, not replace them. His methods combine foresight, behavioural insight, and clear decision-making, giving leaders a structured way to interpret weak signals, assess risk, and decide what should remain human in an AI-enabled organisation.
Audiences leave with frameworks for spotting change signals before they become crises, clarity on balancing AI capabilities with human judgment, and practical tools for building future-ready skills within their current teams.
Book Matt to equip your organisation with confidence and concrete strategies for an AI-driven workplace.
How can I book Matt O'Neill for my next event?
Email matt.oneill@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
As speaker agents, PepTalk can secure Matt O'Neill for commercial and corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity brand endorsements & partnerships, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Matt O'Neill's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. Please note, for media interviews, autographs, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Matt directly.
What topics does Matt O'Neill specialise in?
Matt O'Neill specialises in discussing AI adoption, leadership evolution, future of work and more.
What is Matt O'Neill's speaking style like?
Matt delivers engaging, energetic sessions that spark practical action. His relatable style blends deep insight with real-world examples, inspiring teams to embrace change and confidently navigate technological shifts and uncertainty.
Does Matt O'Neill offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, Matt O'Neill offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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