Christopher S. Penn
Pioneer of AI in Marketing & Chief Data Scientist at Trust Insights | Bestselling Author of AI for Marketers | IBM Champion & Marketing Over Coffee Cohost
Shelly Palmer
CEO, The Palmer Group | Professor of Advanced Media in Residence, Syracuse University | LinkedIn Top Voice in Technology
Shelly Palmer helps executives make sense of AI before it makes decisions for them. CEO of The Palmer Group, Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University, and a regular on CNN and CNBC, he advises Fortune 500 companies on technology, media, and marketing. Audiences leave with a clear, no-hype view of what AI can do for their business today.
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Shelly Palmer biography
AI speaker Shelly Palmer is one of the most recognized voices on how technology is reshaping business, media, and marketing. He is the CEO of The Palmer Group, a consulting practice that helps Fortune 500 companies apply AI and emerging technology to real business problems, and has been named a LinkedIn Top Voice in Technology. Over his career he has worked with hundreds of brands, agencies, broadcasters, publishers, and technology platforms.
Palmer began as an award-winning composer and producer, writing music for Live with Regis and Kelly, Spin City, and MSNBC, before turning to interactive media. He holds patents in interactive television and led the team behind an Emmy-winning enhanced television project for ABC. He later served as president of the New York chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and produced and hosted technology programs including Digital Life with Shelly Palmer for NBCUniversal.
Educator, Author, and Trusted Media Voice
Palmer is Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University’s S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications and the creator of the Generative AI for Execs course, which helps business leaders put AI to work. He is the author of several books, including Television Disrupted, Digital Wisdom, Data-Driven Thinking, and an executive guide to blockchain. He covers technology and business for Fox 5’s Good Day New York, comments regularly on CNN and CNBC, and speaks and moderates at events such as CES and the NAB Show.
As a speaker, Shelly Palmer cuts through hype with humor, candor, and practical advice. He explains what generative AI and other emerging technologies can actually do today, where they are heading, and what leaders should do about it now. Executives leave with a clearer understanding of the opportunities and risks, and concrete steps to make technology work for their organizations.
Shelly Palmer Speaking Videos
A Quantified Journey: Shelly Palmer at TEDxWallStreet
Shelly Palmer's Keynote at the Innovation Series Breakfast at CES 2025
Shelly Palmer Keynote Topics
Every leader is being told to “do something with AI,” but few have a clear picture of what that means. Drawing on his work advising Fortune 500 companies and teaching executives, Palmer explains how generative AI works in plain language, where it is already creating value, and how to identify the highest-impact use cases in your organization. Audiences leave with a practical framework for getting started and avoiding expensive mistakes.
AI is changing how content is created, distributed, and measured, and with it the economics of media and marketing. Palmer, who has worked across broadcasting, advertising, and digital platforms, shows where audiences, attention, and budgets are moving, and what brands and media companies must do to stay relevant. Marketers and media leaders leave with a sharper view of the opportunities and threats ahead.
From AI agents to new devices and platforms, the technology landscape changes daily. Palmer cuts through the headlines to focus on the trends that will actually affect business over the coming years, explaining what is real, what is hype, and how to decide where to invest time and money.
Organizations have more data than ever but often struggle to turn it into better decisions. Building on his book Data-Driven Thinking, Palmer shows how leaders can build a culture that uses data and AI wisely, ask better questions, and combine analytics with human judgment to move faster and with greater confidence.
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FAQs on Booking Shelly Palmer
Why Shelly Palmer?
Booking Shelly Palmer gives your audience one of the most trusted and engaging voices on technology and business. CEO of The Palmer Group, Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at Syracuse University, and a LinkedIn Top Voice in Technology, he advises Fortune 500 companies and appears regularly on CNN, CNBC, and Fox 5’s Good Day New York. Known for his humor and no-hype candor, he makes complex topics such as generative AI clear and actionable for executives and wider audiences alike. He is an ideal choice for events on AI, digital transformation, media, and marketing. To bring Shelly Palmer to your next event, contact Aurum Speakers Bureau.
What is The Palmer Group?
The Palmer Group is a technology strategy and consulting practice led by Shelly Palmer. It helps Fortune 500 companies, agencies, and media organizations understand and apply AI, data, and emerging technologies to achieve business goals.
What is Shelly Palmer’s role at Syracuse University?
Shelly Palmer is Professor of Advanced Media in Residence at the S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University, where he focuses on the intersection of technology, media, and business.
What topics does AI speaker Shelly Palmer cover?
Palmer speaks on generative AI for business, the future of media and marketing, emerging technology trends, and data-driven decision-making. Each keynote is tailored to the audience and industry and combines strategic insight with practical takeaways. Contact Aurum Speakers Bureau to customize a session for your event.
How to book Shelly Palmer as a keynote speaker?
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How much is Shelly Palmer speaking fee?
Shelly Palmer speaking fees are determined by several factors, including the event's date, whether it's a virtual or in-person event, the duration, format, preparation required for their speech, and more. The same applies to the cost to hire any other top expert speakers and celebrities. The Speaker Fee Range listed on our website is simply a guideline and is subject to change without notice. If you would like to hire Shelly Palmer to deliver a keynote speech for your event, please fill out the contact form or email us at info@aurumbureau.com with as much detail as possible. One of our experienced agents will get in touch with you and let you know exactly how much it will cost to book Shelly Palmer.
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Can I book Shelly Palmer for a virtual keynote?
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