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Inspire. Educate. Transform.

Stan Holmes delivers high-impact keynotes and workshops that move audiences from AI uncertainty to AI confidence — and from awareness to action.

Stan Holmes — AI Strategist & Speaker

Stan Holmes is one of the most sought-after AI strategy speakers for government, education, and nonprofit audiences. His unique combination of executive leadership experience and deep AI expertise allows him to make complex technology concepts accessible, relevant, and actionable for any audience.

Stan's presentations are known for their clarity, practicality, and the immediate impact they have on how audiences think about and approach AI. He doesn't just inspire — he equips.

50+
Events/Year
10K+
People Reached
4.9/5
Avg. Rating
National Government Technology Conference
Keynote Speaker
2024
State Education Leadership Summit
Workshop Facilitator
2024
Nonprofit Innovation Forum
Keynote Speaker
2023
Chamber of Commerce AI Symposium
Featured Speaker
2023
Municipal Leadership Institute
Workshop Facilitator
2023
Higher Education Technology Conference
Keynote Speaker
2022

Signature Presentations

The AI Imperative: Why Your Organization Can't Wait

A compelling, data-driven keynote that makes the case for AI adoption — and the cost of inaction. Perfect for executive leadership teams, board retreats, and industry conferences.

45–60 min
C-Suite, Board Members, Department Heads
  • Understand the AI landscape and where your sector is headed
  • Identify the specific risks of delayed AI adoption
  • Leave with a clear framework for evaluating AI readiness
  • Build organizational urgency without creating fear

AI Without the Hype: A Practical Guide for Leaders

Cutting through the noise to give leaders a clear, honest picture of what AI can and can't do — and how to make smart decisions about AI investments.

30–45 min
Executives, Directors, Senior Managers
  • Distinguish between AI hype and genuine opportunity
  • Evaluate AI vendor claims with confidence
  • Build a framework for AI investment decisions
  • Avoid the most common and costly AI implementation mistakes

Leading the AI-Powered Organization

A leadership-focused keynote on building the culture, processes, and governance structures that allow AI to thrive — and how to bring your team along for the journey.

45–60 min
CEOs, City Officials, Superintendents, Executive Directors
  • Build a culture of AI readiness and continuous learning
  • Establish AI governance frameworks that protect your organization
  • Communicate AI strategy to stakeholders with confidence
  • Lead change management through AI transformation

Workshop Offerings

Half-Day Workshop

AI Foundations for Non-Technical Leaders

4 hours
Up to 30 participants

A hands-on workshop that gives non-technical leaders the foundational knowledge to make informed AI decisions, evaluate vendors, and champion AI initiatives within their organizations.

  • What AI actually is (and isn't)
  • How AI applies to your specific role and sector
  • Evaluating AI tools and vendors
  • Building your personal AI action plan

Participant workbook, AI evaluation framework, 30-day action plan template

Full-Day Workshop

AI Literacy for Your Entire Team

8 hours
Up to 50 participants

A comprehensive AI literacy program designed for mixed-level teams. Participants at every level leave with practical AI skills they can apply immediately to their daily work.

  • AI fundamentals and key concepts
  • Hands-on practice with AI tools relevant to your work
  • Responsible AI use and ethical considerations
  • Department-specific AI applications and use cases

Participant certificates, tool guide, department-specific resource library

2-Day Intensive

AI Strategy Sprint

2 days
Leadership team (8–15 people)

An intensive, facilitated strategy session that takes your leadership team from AI awareness to a concrete, actionable AI roadmap — in just two days.

  • Current state assessment and gap analysis
  • Opportunity identification and prioritization
  • Roadmap design and resource planning
  • Governance framework and success metrics

12-month AI roadmap, governance framework, implementation playbook, executive presentation

Custom Workshop

Sector-Specific AI Workshop

Half-day to 2 days
Custom

A fully customized workshop designed around your specific sector, organization, and team. We build the content, exercises, and tools around your exact context and challenges.

  • Custom curriculum based on your sector and needs
  • Real-world case studies from your industry
  • Hands-on exercises with tools you'll actually use
  • Implementation planning specific to your organization

Custom curriculum, sector-specific toolkit, implementation roadmap

Bring AI Clarity to Your Next Event

Whether you need a keynote for your annual conference, a workshop for your leadership team, or a custom training program for your entire organization — Stan delivers.

Available in-person & virtual nationwide