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James Poulter stands out in the AI and innovation landscape for his extensive work in digital marketing, technology leadership, and conversational AI. Over his career, he has made a mark with leadership roles, entrepreneurial achievements, and impactful advisory positions that have solidified his reputation as a prominent AI keynote speaker. James began his career at global marketing firms like Edelman and Ogilvy, managing digital and mobile campaigns for brands such as Diageo, Unilever, and Adobe. His success in these roles laid a foundation for understanding digital strategy and emerging tech, which would become the focus of his career.
In 2018, James founded Vixen Labs, a voice technology agency that has become one of Europe’s leaders in conversational AI. Vixen Labs helps brands use voice technology and conversational interfaces effectively, and under James’ guidance, it has grown rapidly, gaining traction and recognition within the industry. His leadership steered Vixen Labs to success, ultimately resulting in its acquisition by House 337, where James currently serves as Head of AI & Innovation.
James’ experience extends to product innovation at The LEGO Group, where he worked as Head of Emerging Platforms & Partnerships within LEGO’s Digital Consumer Engagement team. In this role, he explored new digital platforms and advanced LEGO’s presence in the social and AI realms, including heading social media for LEGO Life, a network for young LEGO fans. This project became one of LEGO’s most successful digital initiatives, with millions of active users and pioneering use of social media for children.
Beyond corporate leadership, James is a trusted advisor to several organisations. His advisory roles on the Digital Future Council, Open Voice Network, and other boards reflect his commitment to ethical AI development and the future of digital interaction. These roles allow him to influence the strategic direction of AI technologies and support initiatives that prioritize responsible tech innovation.
His achievements have been recognised through awards, including the PRCA’s Young Communicator of the Year and the Christian New Media Award for Best Newcomer, underscoring his influence in digital communication and tech. Regularly speaking on AI, innovation culture, and the future of work, James Poulter is known for his expertise and visionary outlook, making him a sought-after keynote speaker in the AI and technology sectors, with an official rating of 9.1/10. His career path reflects not only his leadership but also his dedication to pushing the boundaries of AI and digital engagement.
James Poulter is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:
“I thought James’ talk was intuitional, intentional and intelligent. His delivery style was very much the zeitgeist of our times. It inspired a vast amount of ideas.”
“JP is full of energy, ideas and passion for technology. He is a very strong networker and collaborator who is always looking to support new projects and initiatives and is focused on ensuring he has a strong knowledge and expertise on whatever the ‘next big thing’ around the corner is. He also has a fantastic network and is a valued sparring partner on many topics- from Voice to Blockchain via GIFs and Emojis. It has been great working with him at LEGO Group.”
“One of the few people I’ve met that have the real ability to read people and situations well, and act on that knowledge in ways that lead to real interpersonal effectiveness. In the fast-paced and dynamic digital environment, there are some situations where entrepreneurs often find themselves struggling to steer safely out of a conversational jam- James definitely does not have that problem, he loves sharing his experience to help others build their business or community.”
“In this new age of digital marketing and PR, there are few people in the UK that absolutely ‘get it’. Those that do have been busy proving just how valuable this new way of doing things is to business and James is one of those people. Knows his stuff, explains it in an easy to understand way and keeps his eye on future trends and how it all fits together.”
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