Book Debra Aho Williamson for your next AI marketing event!

I’ve spoken on many stages and screens over the years, but this is a first for me: my own speaker reel.

I have to admit, creating it was both humbling and enlightening. My video editor David Mackey and I had long conversations about what truly sells me as a speaker, and it turns out, it’s not always what I thought. There were clips I thought were terrific, but he said, “Close your eyes and listen. Do you sound confident there?” Other times, it was the opposite: If I sounded too polished, it didn't seem genuine.

I didn’t expect this, but working with David to make this speaking reel is probably going to make me a better speaker in the future.

Here’s how I think about speaking today:

• When I talk to audiences, I focus on what’s actually changing in marketing and media as AI evolves. Not the hype, the facts.

• I always ground my perspective in the fundamentals. (And yes, data. I’m an analyst after all.)

• If I can leave you with a new perspective about how consumers are using AI and a few ideas you can use right away in your own marketing, I’ve succeeded.

In the past 18 months since I pivoted my research coverage to focus on AI, I’ve had the honor of being invited to speak at 15 industry conferences, exclusive networking events and private gatherings, with more to come in 2026.

Visit my speaking page to learn more, and please reach out if you’d like to discuss a future engagement. My 2026 booking calendar is now open.

If you need a video editor for a speaking reel or sizzle video, I wholeheartedly recommend The David Mackey. He’s incredible!