Jos Dirkx

Jos Dirkx is a globally recognized AI strategist, keynote speaker, and best-selling author who bridges technology, education, and human potential. She is the Founder of AI company Beenova AI, Chief AI Strategist at Turner Consulting, and has been named among the Top 100 Women in AI. With a dynamic career spanning six continents and travel to over 100 countries, Jos delivers transformative insights on artificial intelligence, education, leadership, and innovation.

A World Economic Forum Tech Pioneer, Singularity University Faculty Member, and award-winning author, Jos has launched technology products, designed AI methodologies for education, and spearheaded global initiatives for social impact. Her third book, Why Great Ideas Die (2023), was praised by futurist Peter H. Diamandis for helping individuals unlock creativity and innovation in the AI era. Her upcoming book, Making Sense of AI (2024), further cements her role as a thought leader in the future of work and learning.

Jos has inspired and educated 85,000+ people worldwide through her keynotes, advisory work, and training programs. Her clients include Google, Sony, HSBC, Rothschild & Co, Absa, Kushki, Evolvence Knowledge Investments, Dubai Future Foundation, and the Chamber of Commerce of Colombia. At Turner Next, Jos guides boards and executives on AI strategy and execution, ensuring organizations harness AI responsibly and effectively.

Her human-centered approach to AI reflects her diverse background—from working with the United Nations in South Sudan and Eritrea, to co-founding an award-winning NGO in South Africa, and collaborating with global leaders like Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Leymah Gbowee and education pioneer Esther Wojcicki. Jos also serves on advisory boards, mentors startups, and contributes to academia, with her work featured in outlets such as CNBC, Entrepreneur Magazine, and Mail & Guardian.

Warm, engaging, and visionary, Jos is known for challenging the status quo and empowering organizations to embrace AI with clarity and confidence. Whether speaking about AI ethics, personalized learning, innovation, or leadership, she leaves audiences inspired and equipped with actionable strategies for the future.

“...Equal parts inspiring, insightful and entertaining,” 

“A true pro - she absolutely killed it!” 

"I loved how she took us through AI step by step..absolutely loved her insights."