Our data science speakers include AI leaders, analytics pioneers and the specialists behind performance on the Formula 1 grid.
Understand the power and potential of data in decision-making with PepTalk's expert data science speakers.
Anjuli Bedi
Data and Privacy
Data Science
Big Data
Carme Artigas
Big Data
Innovation
Artificial Intelligence
Adrian Joseph
Artificial Intelligence
Future of Work
Business Ethics
Mark Kashef
Artificial Intelligence
Generative AI
Data Science
Neil Martin
Business Strategy
Strategic Decision Making
Data Science
Mark Kelly
Artificial Intelligence
Transformational Leadership
Business Strategy
James Kanagasooriam
Data Science
Demographics
Politics
Denise Parnell
High Performance
Resilience
Effective Leadership
Julien Simon-Chautemps
Effective Leadership
Risk Management
Innovation
Phil Le-Brun
Change Management
Digital Transformation
Artificial Intelligence
Tom Ridges
Marketing
Behavioural Science
Data Science
Max Osborne
Marketing
Brand Partnerships
Data Science
Why book a data science speaker?
In today's competitive landscape, data analytics is essential for businesses seeking growth and innovation. Companies that leverage data science can make informed decisions through predictive modelling, identify trends, optimise operations, and better understand customer behaviour — gaining a significant competitive edge.
Data science encompasses four key approaches: descriptive, inferential, predictive, and prescriptive, each offering unique applications for real-world business challenges.
PepTalk's data science speakers bring diverse expertise across predictive analytics, machine learning, big data strategies, and artificial intelligence. Their insights help organisations enhance decision-making, optimise operations, and create personalised customer experiences. Speaking topics include leveraging predictive analytics, utilising machine learning for automation, developing big data strategies, implementing AI, navigating data ethics and privacy, and building a data-driven culture.
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the process - step by step
Tell us about your event and we'll do the rest. No back-and-forth, no guesswork — just the right speaker, matched to your brief, handled end to end.
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Tell us your brief.
Share the event, the audience, the theme, and the budget. The more context you give us, the sharper the shortlist we'll come back with.
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Get your proposal within 24 hours.
We respond fast. You'll get a hand-picked selection of speakers matched to your brief, with full profiles, fees, and our recommendation on who's the strongest fit.
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Refine until it's right.
Not quite right? Tell us what's missing from the shortlist and we'll adjust. We work with you until you're confident you've found the right person.
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Confirm. We handle everything else.
Contracts, fees, travel, briefing calls, on-the-day logistics. We manage the full process so your team doesn't have to.
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Event countdown.
Relax. Your speaker or expert is confirmed, the prep is done, and your event is in good hands. Show up and enjoy it.
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From global enterprises to fast-growing teams, event organisers come back to PepTalk because we get it right the first time. Here are some of their testimonials.
PepTalk makes the whole process effortless. They don't just connect you with a speaker — they understand your goals, match you with the right voice, and make every detail seamless. It's the most professional and enjoyable booking experience I've had.
We work with PepTalk across our flagship conferences, executive roundtables and dinner events. They have an exceptional ability to source world-class speakers while delivering a genuinely personal, white-glove service throughout. They are, quite simply, a pleasure to work with.
Working with PepTalk has been an outstanding experience from start to finish. Their level of service is truly exceptional - a standard that's incomparable to anyone else in the industry. If you're considering partnering with PepTalk, don't hesitate.
PepTalk are brilliant. They truly understand our goals and consistently deliver, connecting us with experts who bring unique and thought-provoking insights. Highly recommended.
We've worked with PepTalk on a range of projects – from motivational speakers on high performance to a coaching programme focused on work-life balance & change. They take the time to understand what we need. We value the partnership.
The team at PepTalk was incredibly responsive and invested in our event's success. From their suggestions we were able to easily identify a speaker that matched what we were looking for. They were incredible to work with, I would recommend them to anyone!
The client service has been truly exceptional, and the support in planning our annual speaker programme has been invaluable. PepTalk is a team we love working with, time and time again.
Everything has been smooth with PepTalk. Great communication. Easy booking. And great follow-up.
PepTalk made the entire speaker booking process seamless. They were incredibly fast, easy to work with, and took the time to understand our brief and learning outcomes. The expert speaker they matched us with brought fresh, engaging perspectives that resonated perfectly with our audience.
Our Picks
Ruth Buscombe
F1 strategist & performance expert
Ruth Buscombe helps organisations make faster, better-informed decisions with data and AI. A Formula 1 strategy speaker and F1 TV analyst, she spent eight seasons as Head of Race Strategy at Sauber after roles at Ferrari and Haas.
Kakani Katija
Ocean engineer & bioinspiration leader
Unlock the future of ocean exploration and bioinspired engineering with Dr. Kakani Katija, head of the Bioinspiration Lab at the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Kakani advances underwater imaging, AI-driven ocean data, and bioinspired design, recognized by National Geographic, the National Academy of Sciences, and the National Academy of Engineering.
James Kanagasooriam
Political analytics & strategy expert
Transform data into strategic advantage with James Kanagasooriam, speaker and political analytics expert. James works with organisations to leverage data-driven decision-making and political strategy, delivering pioneering insights as the originator of the "Red Wall" concept and advisor to major think tanks.
Tim Harford
Economist, FT columnist & BBC host
Transform data-driven decision making with Tim Harford, speaker, behavioural economist and statistics expert. Tim works with organisations to simplify complex economic concepts, manage uncertainty and learn from failure, delivering award-winning insights as an FT columnist and BBC broadcaster.
frequently asked questions
Something we've not covered here?
A Data Science speaker is an expert who helps organisations turn data into decisions and results. They cover analytics, modelling and applied AI, drawing on analytics pioneers and the specialists behind Formula 1 performance. Book one through PepTalk at getapeptalk.com.
A Data Science speaker helps your teams see how data can sharpen decisions across the business. Audiences leave understanding what analytics can and cannot do, how to ask better questions of their data and where the quick wins are. PepTalk can find the right expert at hello@getapeptalk.com.
A Data Science speaker covers analytics, predictive modelling, data-driven decision-making, machine learning in practice and building a data culture. Sessions draw on analytics pioneers and Formula 1 performance specialists. PepTalk can focus the talk on your industry at getapeptalk.com.
A Data Science speaker focuses on the methods that turn data into insight and decisions. A Big Data speaker focuses on managing and making sense of information at massive scale. One is the analysis, the other the volume. PepTalk can book either at getapeptalk.com.
Booking a data science speaker starts with a short brief: your event, audience, date, budget, and format. Send it through getapeptalk.com or hello@getapeptalk.com and you'll get a shortlist within 24 hours. Once you choose, PepTalk handles contracts, fees, travel, and logistics.
Data Science speaker fees typically range from £5,000 to £50,000+ in the UK, and $10,000 to $100,000+ in the US, depending on profile, session length, and format. The best-known names sit at the higher end. Tell PepTalk your budget at getapeptalk.com and we'll shortlist speakers who fit it.
Data Science speakers are available for keynotes, panels, fireside chats, workshops, and Q&A sessions, in person or virtually. Many offer a workshop or breakout after a keynote so the content sticks. Tell PepTalk your format at getapeptalk.com and we'll match accordingly.
Book a data science speaker 2 to 3 months ahead for most events, and 4 to 6 months for high-profile names or peak season. Earlier booking widens your choice. PepTalk also handles shorter timelines and last-minute requests where a speaker's diary allows.
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