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Sharon Gai is an expert in AI and innovation. She helps organizations do more with less using AI. In her tenure at Alibaba, she advised brands and heads of state in crafting their digital strategy with programmatic marketing and AI.
Sharon has worked with TEDx, Singularity University, UBS, Deloitte, Walmart, LVMH, Nestle, Coca Cola, Lenovo, and many others. She is in the AAE list of Top Keynote Speakers in 2023. She is a Top AI Voice 2026, RETHINK Retail’s Top Retail Expert and a LinkedIn Community Top Voice in 2024.
She has appeared on CNN, Bloomberg, Reuters, ABC, CBC, CCTV, TechCrunch, and The Next Web. She is the author of the book, Ecommerce Reimagined and How To Do More with Less Using AI.
Sharon has an Honors Bachelor’s degree in International Development from McGill and a Masters in Information Management from Columbia University. When she is not speaking, she is jamming on electric keyboards with her band, writing jokes for her stand-up comedy set or sharing tips on how to maximize productivity at sharongai.com
Talking Points
Future-Proofing in the Age of AI
As AI systems are able to take on longer and longer tasks that humans were originally hired to do, knowledge workers must adapt to stay relevant. But there is also a missing piece to the puzzle. There are a wealth of things that AI is bad at: being original, critical thinking, having theory of mind and many others. Knowledge workers of today must learn this sharp difference and reorient their skills for this new age. Sharon Gai, who saw the power of Gen AI in 2018 change her team at Alibaba learned this lesson early. In this energising keynote, Sharon shows how individuals and teams can build the mindset, skills, and habits that keep them relevant and future-ready in an economy shaped by automation and intelligent toolsFuture-Proofing in the Age of AI
Key Takeaways:
- How to upgrade your mindset to stay relevant as AI reshapes every industry.
- Daily practices that build adaptability, resilience, and creative thinking.
- How to use AI to work smarter, not harder, so your value increases over time.
- What skills matter most in an AI-powered workplace and how to develop them.
- How to future-proof your career by embracing change instead of resisting it.
The Future Consumer: Navigating the Age of Hyper-Personalization and AI
By 2030, consumers will live in a world deeply interwoven with AI, automation, and hyper-connectivity. They’ll expect brands to meet them in a seamless, personalized ecosystem of smart devices, immersive digital environments, and sustainable, ethical solutions. Imagine homes with AI-driven health monitors, autonomous delivery systems that anticipate needs, and virtual assistants that curate every aspect of daily life. Consumers will demand instantaneous service, authentic engagement, and innovations that align with their values.The Future Consumer: Navigating the Age of Hyper-Personalization and AI
In this session, Sharon Gai will take leaders on a journey to 2030, exploring how AI and emerging technologies will revolutionize consumer behaviors, preferences, and lifestyles. Attendees will learn how to anticipate these changes, integrate cutting-edge technologies, and align with the evolving values of tomorrow’s consumers to stay competitive and relevant.
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Sharon Gai | Ex-Alibaba, China Expert, Keynote Speaker & Author | Saxton Speakers
Sharon Gai is an expert in AI and innovation. She helps organizations become agile disruptors in their industries so they can increase revenue and retain users. In her tenure at Alibaba, she advised brands and heads of state in crafting their digital strategy with programmatic marketing and AI. She has worked with TEDx, Singularity University, UBS, Deloitte, Walmart, LVMH, Nestle, Tetra Pak, Twilio and many others. She is in the AAE list of Top Keynote Speakers in 2023. She is a RETHINK Retail’s Top Retail Expert and a LinkedIn Community Top Voice in 2024. She has appeared on Bloomberg, Reuters, ABC, CBC, CCTV, TechCrunch, Retail Asia, Wired, and The Next Web. She is the author of the book, Ecommerce Reimagined. Sharon has an Honors Bachelor’s degree in International Development from McGill and a Masters in Information Management from Columbia University.Sharon Gai | Culture Fluid: How to be the bridge in a divided world | TEDxMcGill
Sharon Gai | What Companies Can Learn from Ecommerce in China | Saxton Speakers
Sharon Gai | TOTVS Universo 2025 Closing Keynote
If you are looking for a keynote speaker who can break down complex technology with clarity, storytelling and real world business examples, Sharon delivers content that motivates and equips audiences to take action.Sharon Gai | Million Dollar Round Table (MDRT) Opening Keynote
Unlock a quick preview of Sharon Gai’s high energy keynote on the future of AI, innovation and how businesses can adapt faster in a changing world. Sharon has spoken for global brands and Fortune 500 teams, bringing a sharp perspective shaped by her work at Alibaba and her experience advising leaders on digital transformation. In this clip, you’ll get a taste of the insights she brings to conferences, summits and corporate events around the world. Event planners and organizers use these sessions to spark mindset shifts, inspire teams and prepare their audiences for what is coming next.Sharon's view of the ecommerce landscape is very unique because of her east and west connection. She is full of energy and her presentation was very informative. ... keep reading International Ecommerce Summit Event Planner
We invited Sharon as an expert to talk about innovations in ecommerce for our exclusive summit. Her presentation captured the current ecommerce landscape very accurately and we would recommend her to any event organization looking for keynotes.
Sharon was dynamic, energetic and left the audience hanging for more. Her knowledge of China and ecommerce is impeccable. We would definitely work with her again.
We invited Sharon for an AAPI panel to share her story of upbringing and experiences as an expat in China. Her story was able to generate a wealth of discussions internally. We applaud her on her authenticity and grace in sharing her stories with us.
