Erica Farmer

TEDx speaker, AI strategist and future skills expert helping organisations unlock the human potential of AI.

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"Erica is one of the most forward thinking L&D specialist consultants in the UK, leading on the digital transformation of how we shape and deliver adult education. Erica also possesses a wealth of experience in writing and developing multi-discipline training programmes across various sectors. Erica’s overwhelming enthusiasm provides a unique and engaging style that captivates and motivates any audience and I can highly recommend any organisation engaging her services."

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Why book Erica Farmer for your next event

Discover practical ways to turn AI into a competitive advantage through engaging, accessible and action-focused keynotes and workshops.
Learn from an award-nominated AI speaker, TEDx presenter and author with more than 25 years of learning and development expertise.
Equip leaders and teams with the confidence, skills and mindset to embrace AI while keeping people at the centre of change.

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AI, future skills and leadership for a rapidly changing world

With more than 25 years of experience in learning, development and apprenticeships, Erica Farmer helps organisations prepare for the future of work through the practical application of AI. Drawing on leadership roles with brands including LV=, British Gas, Specsavers and Virgin Care, she delivers inspiring keynotes that make emerging technology accessible, relevant and immediately useful. As a TEDx speaker, LinkedIn Learning Instructor, author and AI strategist, Erica empowers leaders and teams to build future-ready skills while creating stronger collaboration between people and technology.

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Erica Farmer is one of the UK's most recognised voices on AI, future skills and workplace transformation. With more than 25 years of experience across learning and development, apprenticeships and organisational capability, she helps businesses understand how artificial intelligence can enhance human potential rather than replace it.

Throughout her career, Erica has worked with well-known organisations including LV=, British Gas, Specsavers and Virgin Care, giving her first-hand insight into the challenges organisations face when adopting new technologies. Today, she combines that practical experience with deep expertise in AI to deliver engaging keynote presentations and interactive workshops that leave audiences with actionable ideas they can immediately apply.

Whether speaking to senior leaders, HR professionals or organisation-wide audiences, Erica brings energy, clarity and practical examples that remove the complexity from AI and focus on real business impact.

Erica Farmer on AI and future skills

Erica's specialist area is the intersection of artificial intelligence, future skills and leadership. She believes the organisations that will thrive are those that empower people to work alongside technology, developing the skills, confidence and mindset needed to succeed in an AI-enabled workplace.

Her TEDx talk, "Reforming Education through the Digital First Mindset," was selected as one of the few talks showcased on TED.com, reflecting the relevance and impact of her ideas. She is also preparing her second TEDx talk, scheduled to be filmed in January 2027, continuing her work exploring the future of learning and technology.

As a LinkedIn Learning Instructor, Erica has reached professionals around the world through popular online courses that make AI understandable and accessible for every learner, regardless of technical background.

Practical AI that everyone can understand

One of Erica's greatest strengths is making complex technology simple. Her mission is to help organisations move beyond AI hype and focus on practical, meaningful implementation that benefits both people and business performance.

This philosophy is reflected in her popular podcast, AI for the Average Joe, where she breaks down AI into everyday language and demonstrates how anyone can start using the technology with confidence.

Her keynote presentations and workshops include topics such as:

Finding Your AI Dividend™
Activating Leadership in AI
Practical AI use cases for teams and organisations
Building future-ready skills
Creating stronger collaboration between people and technology

Every presentation is designed to inspire audiences while equipping them with practical tools and strategies they can implement immediately.

Trusted advisor, author and recognised industry voice

Alongside her speaking engagements, Erica plays an active role in shaping the future of AI in the workplace.

She serves as an advisory member of the AI in Work & Skills Forum, contributing to conversations around how organisations can responsibly develop AI capability and future skills. She also works as an AI Strategist for a leading European learning and teaching assessment organisation, helping shape approaches to learning in an increasingly digital world.

Her expertise has earned significant industry recognition. Erica was shortlisted for Best AI Speaker in both the 2025 and 2026 Speaker Awards, highlighting her growing reputation as an engaging and influential conference speaker.

In addition, she was selected as an HR Top Mind by HR World and shortlisted in HR Magazine's Most Influential 2026, recognising her impact on the future of HR, learning and workplace innovation.

This year also marked the publication of her first book, AI for People Professionals, published by Kogan Page. The book provides practical guidance for HR and people leaders looking to embrace AI while maintaining a strong focus on people, culture and organisational success.

Why audiences book Erica Farmer

Organisations don't invite Erica Farmer simply to explain AI, they invite her to help people feel confident about the future.

Her sessions combine strategic insight with practical application, ensuring audiences leave inspired while understanding exactly how AI can support their work, strengthen leadership and develop future-ready skills. She believes successful AI adoption starts with people, making human collaboration with technology the foundation of every keynote and workshop.

Erica's approachable speaking style, extensive corporate experience and ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging conversations make her a valuable speaker for conferences, leadership events, HR forums, learning and development programmes and business transformation initiatives.

For organisations looking to prepare their leaders and workforce for the opportunities created by artificial intelligence, Erica Farmer delivers practical insights, inspiring ideas and the confidence needed to embrace change with purpose.

Customer Reviews

Paul Conroy CEO at Impact Academy

"Erica is a brilliant collaborator who really goes above and beyond. We loved bringing her in to speak at our client Amazon’s wellbeing day for Mental Health Awareness Week. We needed someone who could flex to Amazon’s unique culture, integrating their principles, language, and flywheel framework, and Erica did that so seamlessly. She was collaborative, patient, and totally committed to making it work. An absolute joy to work with."

Dervla Gallen Founder, Untangled Consulting | Applied Psychologist

"I've had the pleasure of working with Erica for several years, and her ability to take complex situations and turn them into clear, actionable insights is a real gift. Most recently, Erica supported us on the Learning Leaders Programme, where she facilitated our AI workshop for senior L&D leaders. Her knowledgeable and approachable style of facilitation resonated perfectly with this senior audience, creating an engaging learning experience. Erica’s passion for AI and her commitment to helping L&D professionals grasp its potential is inspiring. She has a talent for making AI both accessible and meaningful, empowering others to use the technology to drive real results. I’d recommend Erica to anyone looking for an AI speaker or facilitator."

Cathy Hoy CEO at CLO100 / Experienced L&D and OD Leader / Open to NED opportunities

"I've had the pleasure of knowing Erica Farmer personally and professionally, and I can confidently say she is one of the most engaging and impactful speakers in the AI and Future Skills space. As a TEDx speaker, virtual trainer, and webinar host, she brings a rare combination of deep expertise and magnetic presence that captivates every audience she addresses. Her ability to translate complex AI concepts into relatable, actionable insights is unmatched. Whether she's leading a virtual session or delivering a keynote, she naturally connects with people across all levels—making everyone feel seen, heard, and inspired. What sets her apart is not just her speaker quality, but her professionalism, the exceptional quality of her courses, and her unwavering commitment to client impact. She’s a true thought leader in Learning & Development, and her knowledge of AI trends and applications is both current and visionary. If you're looking for someone who can educate, energize, and elevate your team or event—look no further."

Ali Kabir Driving digital transformation and innovation with enterprise customers

"Erica is an incredible speaker! She is informed, knowledgeable and experienced in all things AI and L&D - you need to speak to this woman! I cannot recommend enough."

Lucy Dunleavy Video empowered learning.

"Erica is not only hugely knowledgeable but highly engaging. Erica has a way of breaking complex topics down and really delivering what matters most to people. I would highly recommend Erica as a speaker, facilitator and consultant for all things AI. Your people will thank you."

Helen Marshall Founder of WomenIn

"Erica has always been ahead of the curve and a subject matter expert . Her recent publication - AI for HR professionals has once again showcased this . Erica was a keynote speaker at our HR Consultancy Academy Festival a few weeks ago and had the audience engaged and inspired . I'd highly recommend her to keynote for you too !"

Sarah Hamilton-Gill FCIPD HR Consultancy Growth Mentor | Founder of The HR Consultancy Academy

Keynotes

Keynote by Erica Farmer:

Find Your AI Dividend™: Future Proofing People, not just Performance.

Find Your AI Dividend™ is a human-first keynote that evidences what happens when we stop treating people as AI users and start supporting them as humans navigating change.

Rather than focusing only on efficiency and productivity, Erica shows audiences how AI can create personal value through more time, headspace, confidence, motivation and wellbeing.

The keynote addresses the real problem at the heart of many AI rollouts: people are being asked to embrace a technology they often fear, without enough trust, psychological safety or connection to what it means for them personally.

Outcome:

By helping people identify their own AI Dividend™, this talk unlocks more meaningful adoption, better performance and a more energised, future-ready workforce.

If requested, the talk then morphs into a practical, hands-on workshop which builds competence and confidence in using AI tools through delegates finding their own AI Dividend™ and practicing the benefit through great prompting.

Delegates also take away great practical techniques including;

My famous prompt framework to enable top quality outputs
How to use ‘killer questions’ to have the AI tool hold you to account on the quality of information you are providing in the prompt
Confidence in creative yet ethical use of AI tools.

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Keynote by Erica Farmer:

Great People First AI Implementations

This keynote helps organisations address one of the most common reasons AI initiatives stall: too much focus on the technology, not enough on the people expected to use it. Erica shows audiences how to implement AI in a way that builds trust, capability and momentum by putting human experience, communication and behaviour change at the centre.

The session tackles the gap between having an AI strategy on paper and creating adoption in practice. Delegates get a clearer understanding of how to lead AI implementation in ways that reduce resistance, strengthen confidence and turn AI from a top-down mandate into something people can genuinely engage with and use well.

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Keynote by Erica Farmer:

AI as Your Wellness Ally

This keynote reframes AI as more than a productivity tool and explores how it can support healthier, more sustainable ways of living and working. Afterall, mental health queries were the highest volume of prompt themes in Microsoft Copilot in 2025 and 2026! Erica shows delegates how AI can help reduce friction, create structure, support better habits and free up mental energy in ways that improve both performance and wellbeing.

The session addresses a growing challenge for organisations: people are already stretched, and new technology can easily feel like one more thing to learn, manage or fear. Delegates get a more balanced and human-centred conversation about AI, helping their people see how it can support focus, resilience and day-to-day effectiveness rather than simply driving more output.

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Keynote by Erica Farmer:

Ensuring Women Shape the AI Future.

This keynote is designed for organisations that want women to engage with AI from a position of confidence, influence and visibility. Erica explores how AI is reshaping work and leadership, while equipping women to use it in ways that amplify their strengths, strengthen their voice and increase their impact.

The talk addresses a real commercial and cultural risk: if confidence with AI develops unevenly, existing visibility and progression gaps can widen. Delegates get a session that not only inspires women to engage with AI more actively, but also supports broader goals around leadership development, inclusion and future-ready talent.

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Keynote by Erica Farmer:

Activating Leadership in AI

This keynote helps leaders understand that successful AI adoption is not just about tools, policy or budget. It is about whether people feel safe enough to experiment, ask questions, make mistakes and learn in public. Erica gives leaders practical ways to create the trust, clarity and role modelling needed to make that happen.

The talk tackles one of the most overlooked barriers in AI transformation: employees will not use AI meaningfully if they fear getting it wrong, looking foolish or being judged. The outcome is leaders who are better able to communicate with confidence, reduce anxiety and create the cultural conditions that make adoption more likely to stick.

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