Mieke De Ketelaere is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in data and analytics. She holds a Master's degree in civil and industrial engineering, specializing in robotics and artificial intelligence. Over the last 25 years, she has worked for top multinationals like IBM, Microsoft, SAP, and SAS, and is currently the Director of AI at imec (IDLab). Mieke is also recognized as a leading voice in demystifying the hype around AI and is a sought-after speaker on digitalization.
Why you should book Mieke De Ketelaere for your next event
- Expertise: Mieke De Ketelaere is a highly knowledgeable expert in AI, with over 25 years of experience in data and analytics. She can offer valuable insights and guidance to businesses and organizations seeking to understand and implement AI in their operations.
- Engaging Speaker: Mieke is a renowned speaker on digitalization and AI and has been invited to speak at various business schools and events. She is known for her ability to engage audiences and effectively communicate complex ideas in a clear and concise manner.
- Demystifying AI: Mieke puts the focus on demystifying the hype around AI, covering non-technical subjects such as data privacy. Her presentations offer a balanced perspective on the benefits and risks of AI, helping organizations make informed decisions on its implementation.
Geertrui Mieke De Ketelaere is Director AI at imec (IDLab). She holds a master degree in civil and industrial engineering and specialised in robotics and artificial intelligence during her studies. Over the last 25 years, she has worked for several multinationals on all aspects of data and analytics (IBM, Microsoft, SAP, SAS, etc). At imec, Mieke De Ketelaere is responsible for the development of the AI strategy and roll-out.
From a consulting point of view, she is specialised in defining the AI business canvas, from potential value to predefined risks. With her understanding of the new digital data streams and her understanding of AI technologies, Mieke De Ketelaere is requested by different business schools as a guest speaker on digitalisation.
In her public presentations, Mieke puts the focus on the demystification of the hype around AI and covers non-technical subjects such as data privacy. In 2018, she was nominated “ICT Woman of the Year” in Belgium.
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