Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek
CEO of Clarity AI, AI Expert, Keynote Speaker
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Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek
CEO of Clarity AI, AI Expert, Keynote Speaker
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Intro to AI 101: from hype to boots on the ground
5 helpful AI tools today: live demos
Gen AI fundamentals: from hype to business results
About Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek
Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek is an AI Expert, Keynote Speaker, and Bestselling Author ranked the #4 Influencer in Voice AI by Voicebot.ai. As an AI builder, Dr. Bajorek has 10+ years of technical experience in data and AI development for Fortune 500 clients, she has held senior roles at Nuance (acquired by Microsoft for $16B), VERSA Agency, and as VP of Data and Analytics at OneReach, a Generative AI platform company. As the CEO of Clarity AI, she and her team build custom AI and data solutions for scaling businesses with sensor, augmented reality, text, moisture, audio, and multimodal data for strategic operational efficiencies and driving revenue boosts.
A highly sought-after speaker, Dr. Bajorek has spoken at CES, KATU-ABC, FOX4, VentureBeat, and Voice Summit. Her work is featured in Forbes, Harvard Business Review, Fox Business, Adobe XD, and UXmatters, and at Google i/O.
Recently featured in Forbes, her Amazon bestselling book, "Your AI Roadmap," was published by Wiley in Jan 2025. The book is a companion to her international podcast, Your AI Roadmap, featuring top AI builders from Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Upwork, Adobe, Intuit, and more.
With academic credentials including a PhD in the field of Conversational AI from the University of Arizona and an MA in Linguistics from UC Davis, Dr. Bajorek combines cutting-edge technical knowledge with business acumen to deliver unparalleled results.
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"Joan is an incredibly talented, dynamic speaker who is equally engaging in massive conference halls and intimate workshops alike. Her passion for her work shines through in her presentations, and her content is reliably entertaining, refreshingly human, and tangibly useful."
Emerson Sklar
Chief Evangelist, Amazon Alexa
"Joan was a speaker for Deutsche Telekom’s virtual Mobile World Congress session, and it was a pleasure working with her. Her lively and engaging presentation style immediately captivated the audience. Joan has a gift for explaining complex topics with clarity, using connecting storytelling that makes the information relatable and memorable. What stood out most was her ability to spark insightful discussions. I highly recommend Joan for any speaking engagement where you want to energize and connect with your audience."
Reghu Ram
SVP, Fintech Products, Deutsche Telekom
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Frequently Asked Questions About Booking Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek
Is Joan Bajorek a good fit for a virtual conference?
Yes. She has experience delivering virtual sessions, including speaking for Deutsche Telekom's virtual Mobile World Congress session, where she was noted for immediately captivating the audience with a lively, engaging style.
What makes Joan Bajorek different from other AI speakers?
She combines deep technical AI experience, including 10+ years building data and AI solutions for Fortune 500 clients and senior roles at Nuance and OneReach, with recognition as the #4 Influencer in Voice AI by Voicebot.ai. She is also the author of the Amazon bestselling book "Your AI Roadmap" and host of a companion podcast featuring AI builders from companies like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft.
What is Joan Bajorek best known for?
She is best known for her expertise in conversational and voice AI, holding a PhD in Conversational AI from the University of Arizona and having held senior roles at Nuance and OneReach. She currently serves as CEO of Clarity AI and is the author of the bestselling book "Your AI Roadmap."
What is Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek's speaking fee?
Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek's speaking fee is typically $20k to $25k. Final pricing depends on the event's location, date, format (in-person or virtual), and specific requirements. Contact Speak About AI for an exact quote for your event.
What topics does Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek speak about?
Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek speaks about Conversational AI, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Voice Assistants, and Data & Analytics. Each keynote is customized to the audience and event.
What kinds of audiences does Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek speak to?
Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek regularly speaks to audiences in Technology, Consulting, Venture Capital, Media & Advertising, and Financial Services, and adapts each talk for both technical and non-technical audiences.
Where is Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek based, and does Dr. travel for events?
Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek is based in Seattle, WA and is available for speaking engagements worldwide.
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