Scott Klososky Speaker Biography
Technology Speaker, Author, Consultant, and Future Trends Expert
Throughout his career, Scott Klososky has lived on the leading edge of technology innovation and its impact on the business world and society in general. He is recognized globally for his unique ability to accurately predict future digital trends and provide the logic behind why they will alter the current status quo.
Scott has the ability to entertain, inspire and enlighten audiences while also translating difficult to understand technology topics. He is known for architecting each presentation specifically for the audience, and with the very latest information available. Topics include content such as the importance of organizational digital maturity, leading through the Digital Transformation, cybersecurity, machine intelligence, artificial intelligence, trendspotting, digital marketing, and best practices for digital governance.
He is equally adept at giving large stage keynotes, speaking to small boards of directors, facilitating half and full day workshops, and doing break-out sessions. His topics often create many questions and he enjoys being interactive with audiences when appropriate. The best measure of his ability to inspire and inform audiences is the high percentage of speaking clients who bring him back for follow on work with their audiences.
Experience
Scott is the founder of numerous successful technology startup companies, and this has helped him gain a unique perspective into technology’s impact on industry and humanity. He is not just an observer of digital trends, he has routinely invested in his future visions with a great track record of success.
This unique perspective and future vision has allowed Scott to travel the globe as a speaker, consultant, and author. He works with senior executives in organizations ranging from the Fortune 500 to universities, nonprofits, and countless professional associations and coalitions. As a technology entrepreneur, he also continually works in the trenches of building his own companies.
Scott focuses not only on helping clients to raise revenue and lower costs but also on protecting their organizations’ resources in both the physical world and in the digital world. Scott has developed a pioneering integrated security model which targets security from three directions: physical security, surveillance, and cybersecurity, providing a systematic approach to organizational security.
Background
In 1999, Scott Klososky sold his company webcasts.com for $115 million. Webcasts.com, an early producer of webcasted media ranging from corporate and government communications to sporting events and entertainment, represented a career spent on the bleeding edge of technology.
Scott began his career fresh out of high school, where his job as a delivery boy was a springboard into the world of technology. He became division head of a computer sales division and then purchased it as his own company. It was eventually built into a twelve-store operation in three states.
His next endeavor was as founder and CEO of Paragraph, Inc., a Soviet/American joint venture founded in 1988, despite international tensions. Half of the company was sold to Silicon Graphics, and the other half is still expanding today (Parascript, Inc.). Scott then collaborated with H.R. Haldeman to publish a diary of his years as the Chief of Staff to President Nixon, which was a bestseller (Putnam Publishing), and involved Sony Interactive in the release of a book companion CD-ROM.
He is also the founder and minority investor of Alkami Technology, a tech startup that developed a 2nd generation online banking platform with innovative features non-existent in current systems. The privately-owned software company focuses on providing online account management solutions to the financial services industry.
Books
He is the author of four books including his most recent title, Did God Create the Internet? The Impact of Technology on Humanity. He also wrote The Velocity Manifesto Harnessing Technology, Vision & Culture to Future-Proof Your, Organization Enterprise Social Technology Harnessing the Power of Social Media, Social Networking, Social Relevancy Manager’s Guide to Social Media (A McGraw Hill Brief Case Series Book) Jumpstart Productivity, Profitability, and Business Growth with Social Media.
Scott Klososky Speaking Topics
Synthetic Intelligence: The Future of AI
The wave of synthetic intelligences like AI is a seminal time for humanity. Digital tools not only aid our ability to learn and make decisions, they can replace us with doing these. This raises many important questions such as, the potential for AI to be sentient and conscious, and how advanced synthetic intelligences will impact humanity and the economy. Scott has been addressing these questions and more for many years and brings thought leading ideas and advice to leaders so they can make good strategic decisions today. Society has spent years reading books and watching movies that paint a dark picture of the impact machine intelligence. We have also hold onto the thought that human intelligence is unique and more advanced than anything computers could ever accomplish. Scott believes there is a much more positive AI future in front of us and this keynote provides both thought leading and practical content that often re-frames how audiences see the future of synthetic intelligence. If you want an inspiring message about the future with AI in it, this is your keynote! Learning Objectives & Take-Aways: • What influence Machine Intelligence is having on your industry? • Discover how leading-edge technologies, such as implantable devices, autonomous robotics, the Internet of Things, and massive rivers of data, will come together to reshape our lives and industries • Consider the positive and the negatives of the technology integration • Reflect broadly on how to position your organization for the coming dynamic changes • Does your organization need a Machine Intelligence strategy? If so, where do we start and how do we get it accomplished?
Building a Winning AI Strategy
November of 2022 will always be remembered for the moment AI became a consumer available tool. Generative AI put powerful tools into the hands of the public and this triggered billions of dollars to be invested in ever more powerful AI tools. In order to take advantage of the organizational opportunities the AI wave provides, leaders must implement a well thought out AI strategy framework. Scott works in the trenches with leaders who are leading their markets with the use of AI in their operations and has years of experience with digital strategy practices. In this highly customizable keynote, Scott works with meeting planners to level set the AI sophistication level of the audience and deliver the latest thinking for AI strategy frameworks that make a big difference with financial results. Based on feedback from the meeting planner, this keynote can be very specific to an industry or provide general ideas for developing and AI strategy that has a strong ROI for the investments made. Learning Objectives & Take-Aways: • What influence Artificial Intelligence is having on your industry? • Discover how leading-edge technologies, such as implantable devices, autonomous robotics, the Internet of Things, and massive rivers of data, will come together to reshape our lives and industries • Consider the positive and the negatives of the technology integration • Reflect broadly on how to position your organization for the coming dynamic changes • Does your organization need a Artificial Intelligence strategy? If so, where do we start and how do we get it accomplished?
HUMALOGY Leadership: The Balanced Organization
Scott invented the Humalogy® concept for measuring the integration of human and technology in processes and systems. This model is unique to this day and provides a great vocabulary to discuss the balance of people and digital tools in an organization. Modern leaders must learn to make good decisions on the balance of using human skills and talents vs. the power of digital tools. This keynote opens by sharing this concept with an audience and then is customized to give specific examples for their industry. The advent of synthetic Intelligences like AI is speeding up the importance of Humalogy® in the workplace and our lives. We must learn to not only co-exist with a technology pervasive world, we must also learn to flourish. This keynote can help leaders discover new ways to design sales, marketing, HR, operational, and supply chain processes. It can also be tuned to lean more towards thought leading or practical ideas. Learning Objectives & Take-Aways: • What happening to society as machines take over jobs that humans used to do? • Consider the impacts technology is having on our physical and psychological well-being • Develop insight into coming trends, such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, and the singularity, which will disrupt every characteristic of what it means to be human • Analyze why all visions of the future are dystopian; why don’t we see a utopian future? • Learn how the HUMALOGY® balance can act as a guide to integrate technology in ways that are healthy for humanity • Ensure the digital transformation will be positive for everyone
Managing Digital Risks: C-Suite and Board Strategies
As organizations become more dependent on technology, their risk levels go up. Cybersecurity, AI risks, uptime risk, digital skills risks, and innovation risk all can be devastating if not avoided or controlled. Scott is a leading thinker with how to manage digital risks and how to best manage them as part of an enterprise risk management program. His work in developing industry-based defense models is leading edge and he uses this kind of creative problem solving to help audiences create a safer digital environment. AI tools are helping both digital criminals and security professionals in the cybercrime conflict, and AI engines are causing a growing list of risks that must be managed. This is a great keynote for executives and leaders and can be customized to focus on specific digital risks, or the future of risk in general. Learning Objectives & Take-Aways for the Audience: • Analyze the ways new technologies will impact the field of cybersecurity • What is Integrated security? Why is it important? • What are the current attack vectors, who are the bad guys, and how do you do risk management? • Evaluate how the Internet of Things remains an enormous threat to our infrastructure • Identify the increasing danger from organized cybercrime • Understand what each of our growing digital footprints will mean for our privacy • Learn steps you can take to protect your devices, and yourself, in an increasingly connected world
The Importance of Digital Wellbeing: Corporate & Personal
As people weave more technology into their lives and careers, the negative impacts of digital use must be considered. Digital wellbeing is a topic that leaders and HR professionals must take more responsibility for in the workplace. Each of us as individuals must also understand where boundaries need to be set so we can stay healthy long term. As productive and efficient as technology can help us be, it also has negative impacts people sense but do not always fully recognize. Scott is a leading thinker on technology use and its impact on our minds and mental health. This content is unique, and audiences are very interested in the concepts delivered and especially the remedies Scott suggests. When doing Q&A with an audience, this topic always creates a vibrant discussion with lots of questions and stories from audience members. Learning Objectives & Take-Aways: • What happening to society as machines take over jobs that humans used to do? • Consider the impacts technology is having on our physical and psychological well-being • Develop insight into coming trends, such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, and the singularity, which will disrupt every characteristic of what it means to be human • Analyze why all visions of the future are dystopian; why don’t we see a utopian future? • Learn how the HUMALOGY® balance can act as a guide to integrate technology in ways that are healthy for humanity • Ensure the digital transformation will be positive for everyone
Scott Klososky Books
Did God Create the Internet? The Impact of Technology on Humanity
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Enterprise Social Technologies: Helping Organizations Harness the Power of Social Media, Social Networking and Social Relevancy
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The Velocity Manifesto: Harnessing Technology, Vision, and Culture to Future-Proof your Organization
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Scott Klososky Speaker Testimonials
I recently had the privilege of attending a virtual presentation by Scott Klososky, and I was blown away. As a speaker, Scott’s professionalism shone through every aspect of the event. His seamless integration of advanced technology not only enhanced the experience but also served as a testament to his expertise in the field. What truly set Scott apart was his profound insight into how artificial intelligence can shape a more positive future. His ability to demystify complex AI concepts and present them in an accessible manner was remarkable. Scott didn’t just stop at theoretical discussions; he provided practical, immediate actions that businesses could implement to leverage AI effectively. His suggestions were tailored and highly relevant, offering clear pathways for companies to innovate and thrive in the digital age. Scott Klososky is, without a doubt, the most professional and insightful virtual speaker I have encountered. His presentation was not only enlightening but also immensely actionable, making it an invaluable experience for anyone looking to harness the power of AI in their business.
- Charlie Reading, Managing Director, Efficient Portfolio |
Scott’s presentation is one of the best l have ever seen. For three reasons, firstly the content matter is thought provoking and on the sharp edge of the tsunami which is AI. Secondly, the terminology introduced such as Synthetic Intelligence changes the entire narrative to empower and educate. Finally, the beautiful style in which the screens, transitions and how Scott’s moves magically from one side to another means that you are always engaged. If you want someone to help you understand more about the future that is knocking at your door, contact Scott. He’s genuine, humble and deeply insightful.
- Nitesh, Creative Director, Rutland Web Designer |
Our members enjoyed Scott’s delivery style and message. He was a pleasure to work with and the ease with which everything was done – including the one-year delay and the remote recording – was flawless.
- Stephanie Prebish, Managing Director, Association Services, Nacha |
Scott was the highlight of our conference! He has an innate speaking style that naturally engages the audience. Our attendees were completely tuned in and before he was finished, I had texts from attendees asking for a copy of his presentation and contact info. Scott’s content was spot on and the perfect springboard for our CEO’s presentation.
- Keystone Insurers Group |
