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Keynote SpeakerShannon Vallor

Baillie Gifford Chair in the Ethics of Data and Artificial Intelligence and Director of the Centre for Technomoral Futures at the Edinburgh Futures Institute, The University of Edinburgh

Shannon Vallor is the Baillie Gifford Professor in the Ethics of Data and Artificial Intelligence at the University of Edinburgh, where she directs the Centre for Technomoral Futures in the Edinburgh Futures Institute. A Fellow of the Alan Turing Institute, Professor Vallor’s research maps the ethical challenges and opportunities posed... Read more

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Popular Talks by Shannon Vallor

  • Ethics in AI
  • Responsible Robotics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Technology
  • Philosophy

Biography

Shannon Vallor is the Baillie Gifford Professor in the Ethics of Data and Artificial Intelligence at the University of Edinburgh, where she directs the Centre for Technomoral Futures in the Edinburgh Futures Institute. A Fellow of the Alan Turing Institute, Professor Vallor’s research maps the ethical challenges and opportunities posed by new uses of data and artificial intelligence. Her work includes advising academia, government and industry on the ethical design and use of AI, and she co-leads the UKRI’s Bridging Responsible AI Divides programme.

She is the author of Technology and the Virtues: A Philosophical Guide to a Future Worth Wanting (Oxford University Press, 2016) and editor of the Oxford Handbook of Philosophy of Technology (2022). She is the recipient of multiple awards for teaching, scholarship and public engagement, including the 2022 Covey Award and the 2015 World Technology Award in Ethics.

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What are Shannon Vallor's speaking fees?

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What topics does Shannon Vallor speak about?

Shannon Vallor speaks on Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cyber Security, Digital, Digital Trends. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Shannon to align the content with your delegates and goals.

Is Shannon Vallor available for international events?

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Does Shannon Vallor deliver virtual or online keynotes?

Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Shannon Vallor is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).

How long is a typical keynote by Shannon Vallor?

Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Shannon can accommodate.

Can Shannon Vallor tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?

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What languages does Shannon Vallor present in?

Shannon Vallor delivers keynotes in English. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.

What makes Shannon Vallor a strong fit as a keynote speaker?

Shannon Vallor's areas of expertise include Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cyber Security, Digital, Digital Trends. To get a clear sense of Shannon's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.

What kind of events can Shannon Vallor speak at?

Shannon Vallor can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Cyber Security, Digital, Digital Trends is relevant. Details of Shannon's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.

Does Shannon Vallor offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?

Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Shannon Vallor is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.

How far in advance should we book Shannon Vallor?

We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Shannon Vallor, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Shannon's current availability for your dates.