Dr. Saeed is a futurist, thought leader, AI ethicist, Author, and Public keynote speaker. He has been in many positions: the founder and former Director General of the Emirates ID Authority, a former member of the scientific advisory committee of the UAE Space Agency, former Advisor to the Minister of Foreign Affairs on information technology, and former Chairman of the board of Smartworld LLC, and a Professor at the UAE University.
Currently, He is the director of the Center for Futures Studies at the University of Dubai, a visiting lecturer at Oxford University course: Artificial Intelligence: Generative AI, Cloud and MLOps (online), a Lecturer at the Cambridge-HP Education Edtech Fellowship Program, President of the UAE Robotics and Automation Society (RAS), a member of the Global Future Council of the World Economic Forum (WEF) on Metaverse, a UNESCO co-Chair on anticipatory systems, and he is on industrial advisory boards of several universities in the UAE. Also, Dr. Saeed is on the advisory board of several international forums including the World Ethical Data Foundation, friends of the forum committee of the Dubai Future Forum, and a senior fellow of the AI 2030: Responsible AI for a Better World initiative.
He co-authored the book Digital Nation: How the UAE is building a future based on tech innovation. He has written several articles and reports that were published in Harvard Business Review Arabia, MIT Technology Review Arabia, and Dubai Policy Review Journal. He has been invited to speak at prestigious universities and international platforms including the University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, the UN, the WEF, and OPEC.
He has been consulted by leading luxury fashion boutiques about the future of luxury fashion and disrupting technology in the fashion industry.
He has been invited to speak at top universities and international platforms including the University of Oxford, the University of Cambridge, University College London, King's College London, the United Nations UN, World Economic Forum (WEF), Emirates Center for Strategic Studies and Research (ECSSR) and the Organization of the Oil Producing Countries (OPEC).
With an impressive track record of public speaking, Dr. Saeed has demonstrated an exceptional ability to inspire and influence. He delivered hundreds of lectures, seminars, and webinars on both local and international platforms, reaching a global audience. His eloquent speeches and insightful presentations have not only educated but also profoundly impacted the lives of many people around the world.
Dr. Saeed is a ‘Top Voice’ on LinkedIn recognized as one of the experts around the world publishing valued and quality content on LinkedIn. He was interviewed by many international magazines such as Times Higher Education (THE), Human Futures Magazine of the World Futures Studies Federation, AI 2030 SHOW by Fintech4Good 2030, and Corporate Investment Times.
Speaking Topics -
The Future of Ethical and Responsible AI (1 Hour Keynote Presentation)
As AI rapidly advances and becomes embedded in every aspect of business and society, Saeed provides expert insights into the current AI ethics landscape and future trends we must navigate. From algorithmic bias and data privacy to transparency and human oversight, Saeed breaks down the key challenges and opportunities ahead and equips audiences with actionable insight to proactively address AI ethics and ensure we responsibly harness this transformative technology.
The Art of Prompting in Generative AI (1 Day Masterclass)
With dozens of masterclasses conducted in the art of prompting LLMs, Saeed is a renowned expert in helping organizations harness the power of generative AI. His engaging and insightful sessions cover key topics such as prompt engineering techniques to optimize LLM performance, navigating enterprise challenges like managing costs and mitigating hallucinations, and implementing successful generative AI strategies. Participants gain skills and knowledge to effectively leverage LLMs and drive innovation in their enterprise.
Leading in an Uncertain World with Strategic Foresight (2 Day Workshop or 1 Hour Keynote Presentation)
Saeed is a renowned expert in leading with strategic foresight in an uncertain world. His engaging workshops teach leaders the critical skills needed to thrive in a VUCA world, covering topics of horizon scanning to detect signals of change, developing future scenarios to anticipate challenges and opportunities, and cultivating the adaptability and resilience needed to thrive in turbulent times. With Saeed’s guidance, participants gain the tools and mindset to confidently navigate the unknown, anticipate opportunities and challenges, and steer their organizations toward success. The workshop is conducted with relevant exercises and case studies.
