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Brett’s engaging keynote, “Embrace the AI Revolution: Unleashing the Power of Augmented Intelligence,” takes you on a journey through the world of AI, exploring its evolution, capabilities, and potential impact on businesses and everyday life.
With personal anecdotes and humorous stories, he captivates the audience while demystifying complex concepts.
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Through this thought-provoking and entertaining keynote, attendees will gain valuable insights and emerge with a renewed sense of enthusiasm for embracing AI as a tool for unlocking their full potential and shaping a brighter tomorrow. This Keynote is suitable for anyone interested in understanding and navigating the AI revolution, and is a must-attend for those looking to drive growth and innovation in their organizations.
In a rapidly advancing technological landscape, businesses must adapt or risk being left behind. Unlocking the potential of Rebel Technologists is the key to gaining a competitive edge.
Join Brett StClair in this electrifying keynote as he unveils the critical role of Rebel Technologists in the AI era and how they can propel innovation and growth at the crossroads of Artificial Intelligence, Data, Machine Learning, and Digital Culture. Learn to recognize and cultivate rebel technologists within your organization and foster a culture that champions disruptive thinking and experimentation.
This captivating keynote will ignite your teams to welcome change and navigate the lightning-fast pace of innovation. Cut through the noise and discover what it takes to spark a revolution in your business. Don’t miss this dynamic keynote experience; book now to secure your spot and elevate your team’s innovative prowess.
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Designed for forward-thinking business leaders and decision-makers, this keynote offers invaluable insights on staying ahead in an ever-changing business environment. Seize the opportunity to learn from Brett StClair, a thought leader and riveting speaker, on leveraging technology for progress and growth in your business.
Embarking on a digital transformation journey is not just about adopting new technologies; it’s about reshaping the very fabric of an organization to thrive in the digital age.
“From Google to Global Banking – Lessons in Leading Digital Change” is a keynote that encapsulates this journey through the lens of a seasoned technologist who led a monumental shift within a 40,000-person bank.
This keynote is not merely a recount of successes but a deep dive into the trials, tribulations, and triumphs of integrating DevOps, Agile, Design Thinking, and more into the heart of a traditional banking institution.
It’s a narrative that spans 32 countries, showcasing that despite cultural differences, the challenges of technology transformation remain universal.
Audiences will walk away with invaluable insights:
This keynote is designed to resonate with CIOs, CTOs, and Chief Digital Officers of large corporations, offering them a blend of personal narrative, practical insights, and a roadmap to digital excellence. It’s not just about the technology; it’s about the people, processes, and perseverance that make digital transformation a reality.
Feeling left behind by the AI revolution? Unsure where to start or how to make AI work for your business? In this one-day intensive workshop, renowned AI expert Brett StClair will leverage his 15-years of experience to ignite your businesses AI journey.
What to expect from this 6 hour intense workshop:
Uncover the best place to start your AI Journey: Discover where AI can deliver maximum impact for your business. Leverage Brett’s battle-tested strategies to bypass common challenges and accelerate your progress.
Fast-Track AI Adoption: In a collaborative workshop setting, Brett will work with you and your team to set up the ideal environment and tools using his proven formulas and in the workshop transform a business process with AI.
This repeatable framework ensures consistent, scalable AI implementation across your entire organization.
Unlock 10X Productivity: Go beyond implementation. Learn how to foster team adoption and unlock a 10x productivity boost within months. Brett will provide practical tools and strategies to measure adoption and track progress.
AI for Everyone: Demystify AI. Gain a clear understanding of its potential and limitations. Explore how to use AI responsibly and equip your team with the skills needed to drive business growth.
Brett StClair is a digital transformation trailblazer and global authority on cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and data-driven innovation. As CEO and co-founder of Teraflow, he leads groundbreaking projects that help organizations harness AI and cloud technologies to unlock growth and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving digital world.
With more than 20 years in the tech industry, including senior leadership roles at Google Africa, Brett has helped enterprises across industries translate complex technologies into measurable business value. His dynamic style, hands-on expertise, and ability to simplify the future of technology have made him a sought-after keynote speaker at international conferences from the Google Cloud Summit to AI Expo Africa.
Event planners and audiences value Brett’s blend of visionary insight and practical strategy delivering not just inspiration, but actionable steps to embrace digital transformation and thrive in the era of AI.
Brett StClair is a trailblazer in the world of digital transformation and innovation, renowned for his expertise in cloud computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and data-driven strategies. As the CEO and co-founder of Teraflow, a cutting-edge technology company specializing in AI and cloud solutions, Brett has revolutionized how businesses approach digital transformation. His dynamic approach and deep understanding of technology have positioned him as a leading authority in the field, making him a sought-after keynote speaker at conferences and events worldwide.
With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, Brett StClair has a proven track record of helping organizations harness the power of digital technologies to drive growth and innovation. His passion for technology and his ability to simplify complex concepts have earned him a reputation as an engaging and informative speaker. Brett’s insights into the future of AI, cloud computing, and digital transformation are not only forward-thinking but also practical, providing audiences with actionable strategies to implement in their own organizations.
At Teraflow, Brett StClair leads a team of experts dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what is possible with AI and cloud technologies. Under his leadership, Teraflow has become a trusted partner for businesses looking to innovate and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. Brett’s commitment to excellence and his visionary approach have made him a key figure in the tech industry, inspiring countless individuals and organizations to embrace the digital revolution.
Brett StClair’s journey in the tech industry began with a strong foundation in computer science and engineering. He holds a degree in Computer Science from the University of Cape Town and an MBA from the University of South Africa. His academic background laid the groundwork for a career that would see him work with some of the world’s leading technology companies and startups.
Before co-founding Teraflow, Brett StClair held various senior positions at Google, where he was instrumental in driving the adoption of cloud computing and AI technologies across Africa. As the Head of Cloud at Google Africa, he played a pivotal role in helping businesses leverage Google’s cloud solutions to enhance their operations and achieve their strategic goals. His work at Google not only showcased his technical prowess but also highlighted his ability to translate complex technologies into business value.
In addition to his corporate experience, Brett StClair is a prolific speaker and thought leader in the tech community. He has delivered keynote addresses at numerous high-profile events, including the Google Cloud Summit, the AI Expo Africa, and the World AI Show. His presentations are known for their clarity, depth, and ability to inspire audiences to think differently about the future of technology. Brett’s insights are often sought after by media outlets and industry publications, further cementing his status as a leading voice in the tech industry.
Brett StClair’s expertise extends beyond cloud computing and AI; he is also deeply knowledgeable about data analytics, machine learning, and digital transformation strategies. At Teraflow, he has spearheaded numerous projects that have helped businesses optimize their operations, improve customer experiences, and drive innovation. His hands-on approach and ability to work closely with clients have resulted in successful implementations that deliver tangible results.
Moreover, Brett’s experience working with leading tech companies and startups gives him a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing businesses today. He brings a wealth of real-world experience to his presentations, sharing practical strategies and best practices that attendees can implement immediately. Event planners can be confident that booking Brett StClair will result in a high-impact session that leaves a lasting impression on their audience.
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In this keynote showcase, Brett StClair introduces himself as a “rebel technologist,” shaped by his years at Google, tested at Barclays, and now leading global AI-driven transformation as CEO of Teraflow. He highlights both the dangers and opportunities of generative AI, a technology advancing at an exponential pace and reshaping industries worldwide.
Brett acknowledges the fear surrounding AI—including conversations about existential risks—while pointing out that many businesses remain bogged down in legacy systems, stuck firefighting instead of innovating. Traditional projects move too slowly to keep up with the accelerating wave of change.
He argues that the solution is a new breed of leaders he calls Rebel Technologists—people with vision, deep technical expertise, operational understanding, and the courage to challenge entrenched ways of working. Rebel Technologists aren’t afraid to rebuild the right solutions at the right time and to lead teams through transformation.
Brett’s mission is to find, develop, and empower Rebel Technologists across industries. He stresses that for organizations to survive and thrive in the AI revolution, they must embrace change, energize teams, formulate practical AI strategies, and turn generative AI into a competitive advantage. His closing call is urgent: this is the most profound moment in human history, and businesses that fail to act will be left behind.
00:00 – 00:20 Brett introduces his background: Google, Barclays, and now Teraflow.
00:21 – 00:50 AI as both opportunity and existential risk; generative AI advancing at exponential speed.
00:51 – 01:20 Businesses struggle with legacy systems and firefighting instead of innovation.
01:21 – 01:50 Outdated tech projects fail to keep pace with disruption.
01:51 – 02:30 Defines “Rebel Technologists” – visionaries with technical depth, operational understanding, and a drive to challenge the status quo.
02:31 – 03:00 Outlines his mission to develop Rebel Technologists worldwide.
03:01 – 03:40 Urges businesses to embrace change, energize teams, and convert AI into competitive advantage.
Brett StClair, CEO of Siatik and a leading African Google Cloud partner, brings over 20 years of digital transformation experience to this keynote. Drawing on his work with Google, AdMob, YouTube, and Barclays, Brett explores how rapid technological change leaves leaders facing constant “WTF moments” What’s the Future? or, as he jokes, What the [expletive].
He illustrates how businesses often stall by building isolated cloud teams, over-relying on pricing spreadsheets, or expecting data scientists to engineer pipelines. Instead, Brett insists on bold action: benchmark across cloud providers, build real-time data pipelines, and lift-and-shift entire systems rather than tinkering around the edges. He underscores that experimentation should happen in weeks, not years, because compute and storage have become abundant and inexpensive.
Brett outlines three clear steps:
He paints a vision of a future where compute is democratized, workloads are mobile, and AI is powered by event-driven architectures. He points to Google’s Anthos as an early step in enabling containerized workloads to move seamlessly across environments.
Brett closes with urgency: businesses should treat the next year as a mandate to experiment, shift culture, and build resilience. His message is clear stop delaying, embrace cloud and AI now, and unlock new business models in an abundant computing era.
00:00 – 01:00 Introduction; Brett jokes about “still wearing the same T-shirt” and introduces WTF as “What’s the Future?”
01:01 – 02:30 Defines “WTF moments” as points where businesses must choose to adapt or stagnate.
02:31 – 04:00 Recap of last year’s focus on cloud and AI adoption; critiques reliance on cost spreadsheets and underpowered data projects.
04:01 – 06:30 Audience exercise and reflection on common pitfalls in forming cloud/data teams.
06:31 – 09:00 Warns against misusing data scientists; emphasizes need for data engineers and real-time pipelines.
09:01 – 12:00 Predicts future of democratized compute: mobile workloads, policy-driven routing, and event-based architectures.
12:01 – 14:30 Example of a client using Google Cloud Functions to scale AI training from monthly runs to millions.
14:31 – 17:00 Discusses Anthos: containerizing VMs for scalable, mobile workloads.
17:01 – 20:30 Step 1: Stop faffing – benchmark workloads across cloud providers. Case study of PPS improving reporting from weeks to under 2 hours.
Brett StClair, then CEO of Siatik, highlights the company’s growth into one of Google Cloud’s largest African partners. Over four years, Siatik has worked across enterprises and startups to solve complex technology challenges.
He describes Siatik’s dual strength: experienced engineers who built much of South Africa’s core data center infrastructure (“legacy guys with gray hair”), and younger cloud-native experts who view compute as scalable code libraries rather than physical servers. Together, they bridge the gap between old-school hardware and modern cloud-native approaches like Kubernetes and containerization.
StClair emphasizes that while Google has mastered containerization (with its own applications running on Kubernetes), South African enterprises still face hurdles of entrenched on-site hardware and traditional IT mindsets. The challenge isn’t just moving workloads, but also re-skilling teams to think cloud-first.
The differentiator, he notes, is Siatik’s ability to span both worlds: helping legacy enterprises migrate to cloud while embracing the speed and flexibility of cloud-native solutions. For clients, digital transformation is no longer about plug-and-play it’s a journey.
00:00 – 00:30 Siatik’s 4-year Google Cloud partnership; now one of Africa’s largest partners.
00:31 – 01:15 Two sides of the business: legacy engineers who built 60% of SA’s data centers vs. new-school cloud engineers who see compute as libraries of code.
01:16 – 02:00 Younger team sees servers as obsolete—just “Christmas trees” with flashing lights.
02:01 – 02:30 Bridging requires packaging workloads for distribution across platforms.
02:31 – 03:00 Google leads the way: most of its own apps run on Kubernetes.
03:01 – 03:30 South African enterprises still stuck with on-site hardware and “rack-and-stack” teams.
03:31 – 04:00 Key challenge: shifting legacy skills into cloud-first capabilities.
04:01 – End Differentiator: Siatik’s blend of old-school and new-school expertise. Cloud migration isn’t plug-and-play—it’s a journey.
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