AI Strategist

Educator | Keynote Speaker | Innovation Leader

Guiding enterprises through AI transformation with 27+ years of strategic innovation experience. From theory to implementation, I help organisations harness AI's transformative power while maintaining human-centered innovation.

AI strategy with a human heart.

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Pioneering AI Strategy

Mark Cameron stands at the forefront of AI strategy and technology transformation, bringing over 27 years of experience in strategic planning, theoretical development, and hands-on product innovation.

Speaking Topics

Every keynote is customised, evidence-backed and action-oriented. Popular themes include:

For Organisations

Human-Centred AI Transformation

  • How to embed AI without losing your people or purpose.

The AI-Enabled Organisation

  • Operating-model shifts and leadership mindsets for the next decade.

Future Technology & the Global Economy

  • Where AI, quantum and automation intersect with policy and profit.

Governance in an Algorithmic Age

  • Practical frameworks for boards and government leaders.

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For Leaders

Leading Digital Change

  • Moving from fear to focused experimentation at pace.

Building a Business Case for AI

  • Quantifying value and managing risk in uncertain times.

From Buzzwords to Business Outcomes

  • Cutting through hype to identify transformational opportunities.

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Background

As CEO and Director of Alyve, he has guided the technology strategy advisory firm for over two decades, supporting enterprise organisations across government, higher education, healthcare, utilities, and FMCG.

Mark's expertise extends beyond theory into practical AI implementation. He has developed AI-driven products integrated into the Microsoft Copilot ecosystem and SAP, helping global enterprises leverage generative AI to drive product strategy and maximize ROI.

A respected voice in AI strategy, Mark writes on AI for Forbes and teaches the Digital and AI Transformation course in the Deakin Executive MBA program. He is a member of Australia's National AI Centre and chairs executive-level government roundtables exploring AI's impact on society.

Career Snapshot

CEO & Founder, Alyve (formerly W3.Digital, 2002 – present)

  • Human-kind technology consultancy serving government, education, healthcare & utilities.

Board & Advisory Roles

  • XV Capital | Mesh.AI | Simpatico | InHouse Ventures (now part of ASX listed Scalare Partners) | Public Sector Network | Alyve Technology | Creative Collective | YMCA Victoria | Special Advisor on AI to YMCA Global.

Forbes Technology Council Member & Columnist

  • Writing on AI strategy and digital transformation.

Columnist, BRW (6 years)

  • Writing on digital strategy, digital transformation and AI.

Technology columnist, Marketing magazine (7 years)

  • Writing on digital and data strategy in marketing

Masterclass facilitator, Deakin University Executive MBA

  • Digital & AI Transformation leadership course.

Fellow, Future Government Institute

  • Chairing federal & state roundtables on AI’s societal impact.

Investor & Advsior

  • Backing early-stage AI start-ups in health, sustainability, and workforce tech.

Testimonials

“Mark’s keynote cut through the hype and gave our 250 C-suite delegates clear next steps. Rated #1 session of the summit.”

— Senior Producer, Chief Customer Officer Summit

“Mark came in for an education session with a small and diverse team. It was like a shot of energy into the group. He enabled all participants to get a common understanding of what AI is in a short space of time and generated a curiosity for how the team can learn more and implement AI in our business.”

— Energy Sector CFO.

“Within 30 minutes Mark reframed our entire AI program. The board left inspired and accountable.”

— Chair, ASX-listed Utilities Company

“Mark translates complex tech into language everyone understands. Our leadership team still quotes him months later.”

— CIO, National Government Department

“Inspiring, lightbulb moments”.

— COO, Healthcare

My Philosophy

Technology should serve people — not the other way around.

I believe in human-kind technology: solutions that lift performance and wellbeing. My work blends rigorous strategy with empathy, ensuring AI augments human potential, protects trust and creates fair, lasting value. Put simply: if innovation doesn’t make lives better, we’re doing it wrong.

Contact

Let’s talk about your next step with AI.

  • Speaking enquiries — represented by ICMI Speakers & Entertainers
    icmi@icmi.com.au |  1800 334 625

  • Consulting & advisory — reach me directly via LinkedIn or fill in form below