Speaking & Education Services
Transform your organization's capabilities from within. We deliver engaging Keynotes for your all-hands or board, run C-level Group Coaching Cohorts, and design custom Analytics Academy programs to create a culture of data-driven excellence.
About Your Guide: Patrick Deglon, PhD
Our programs are led by a 25-year "Scientist-Operator-Founder" with proven Fortune 500 training experience.
- Scientist (CERN): PhD in Physics, trained as CERN Lecturer to VIPs and public groups
- Scale Pioneer (Motorola Mobility): Processed 500PB on BigQuery, trained teams on massive-scale analytics
- Operator (eBay, Google, Optum): Led 250+ person global teams, designed enterprise training programs:
- Weekly analytics workshops at eBay for advanced statistics & big data
- 5-week intensive onboarding program for new analysts
- Executive Analytics Training at Change Healthcare for C-suite
- Analytics Literacy Program scaling data skills across entire enterprise
- Internal Analytics Summit - day-long case study conference
- Data Champions Initiative with mentorship pairing
- Educator: "Statistical Thinking for Business Professionals" methodology
- Founder (Blue Fermion): Current GenAI practitioner shipping AI products
This unique blend of academic rigor and enterprise execution ensures programs that deliver real impact.
What You'll Achieve
We build lasting capability from within through structured programs and powerful speaking engagements:
Organic AI Capability from Ground Up
Build lasting, organic AI capability and drive adoption from the ground up through an internal AI Champions Network
What I Offer: This is a structured Custom Corporate Program designed to identify and empower your internal evangelists. It's modeled on the successful, enterprise-wide "Analytics Culture Program" I personally launched and scaled at Change Healthcare to break silos and upskill the entire organization.
Tangible Deliverables:
- Champion identification framework
- 6-month enablement curriculum
- Internal showcase event template
- Adoption metrics dashboard
Data-First Company Culture
Transform your company culture into a data-first powerhouse through a Data Literacy & Analytics Academy
What I Offer: We will co-design and launch a scalable, self-service data skills program, drawing directly from the Analytics Literacy Program I championed at Change Healthcare. This program trains your team in everything from data fundamentals to advanced "ROI Storytelling".
Tangible Deliverables:
- Multi-level curriculum (beginner to advanced)
- Hands-on lab exercises
- Certification program design
- Train-the-trainer materials
Repeatable Venture Launch Engine
Create a systematic, repeatable engine for de-risking and launching new ventures through our Innovation Lab Setup framework
What I Offer: This engagement combines my R&D experience from CERN and my hands-on startup founder mindset (Blue Fermion Labs). We'll train your leaders as Innovation Sprint Facilitators, giving them the "Scientific Method for Business" framework to move from hypothesis to validated prototype systematically.
Tangible Deliverables:
- Innovation sprint playbook
- Hypothesis validation templates
- Venture governance framework
- Portfolio management system
🎤 Keynote Speaking
Inspire and educate through engaging presentations
Bring world-class expertise to your event. From conference keynotes to executive briefings, we deliver insights that drive action.
Speaking Topics & Frameworks
"AI Strategy for the Fourth Industrial Revolution"
Perfect for: Executive conferences, board retreats
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Key Concepts Covered:
- The 3-Horizon Model for AI adoption
- Mirror Analysis: See yourself as the market sees you
- AI Maturity Curve: Where you are, where to go
- Case studies from CERN to Fortune 500
Takeaways:
✓ Clear framework for AI strategy
✓ Practical first steps
✓ Risk mitigation approaches
✓ Investment prioritization model
"From Petabytes to Zetabytes: Building at Unprecedented Scale"
Perfect for: Technical conferences, data engineering teams, cloud summits
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Key Concepts:
- The Half-Zetabyte Challenge: Lessons from processing 500PB at Motorola on BigQuery
- Scale Architecture Patterns: What works at petabyte vs. exabyte vs. zetabyte scale
- Cost Optimization at Scale: Managing millions in cloud spend efficiently
- Real-time vs. Batch: Trade-offs when every query costs thousands
Takeaways:
✓ Architecture patterns for massive scale
✓ Cost management strategies
✓ Performance optimization techniques
✓ Team structure for scale operations
"Building Your Data-Driven Operating System"
Perfect for: Operations leaders, IT conferences
Duration: 45-60 minutes
Key Concepts:
- Data Mesh vs. Data Fabric: Choosing your architecture
- Analytics Operating Model: Centralized, federated, or hybrid?
- Self-Service Paradox: Governance without gates
- Metrics That Matter: From vanity to value
Takeaways:
✓ Modern data architecture patterns
✓ Organizational design templates
✓ Technology selection criteria
✓ 90-day quick wins playbook
"From Fear to Flourishing: AI & The Future of Work"
Perfect for: All-hands meetings, HR conferences
Duration: 30-45 minutes
Key Concepts:
- Augmentation Over Automation: The 70/30 rule
- Skills Half-Life: What expires, what endures
- AI Pair Programming: Human + AI collaboration
- Reskilling Roadmap: From current to future state
Takeaways:
✓ Reduce AI anxiety
✓ Clear reskilling paths
✓ Collaboration frameworks
✓ Personal development plans
"The Executive's Guide to Generative AI"
Perfect for: C-suite forums, board briefings
Duration: 60-90 minutes (includes Q&A)
Key Concepts:
- GenAI Business Models: Beyond chatbots
- Risk & Compliance Framework: The new requirements
- Competitive Intelligence: What leaders are really doing
- Investment Thesis: Build, buy, or partner?
Takeaways:
✓ Board-ready talking points
✓ Risk assessment framework
✓ Vendor evaluation criteria
✓ 18-month roadmap template
Speaking Formats & Investment
Virtual Presentations
Investment: $5,000–$10,000
- 45-60 minute presentation
- Interactive Q&A session
- Recording rights for internal use
- Follow-up resources packet
Domestic Events (US)
Investment: $10,000–$20,000 + travel
- Full keynote presentation
- Optional breakout session
- Book signing (if applicable)
- VIP dinner/reception participation
International Events
Investment: $15,000–$30,000 + travel
- Keynote presentation
- Workshop or masterclass option
- Media interviews
- Executive roundtable
Panel & Fireside Chats
Investment: $3,000–$7,500
- 30-45 minute discussion
- Prepared talking points
- Audience Q&A
- Social media amplification
What Makes Our Talks Different
Practitioner Perspective
- Real implementations, not theory
- Honest about what works (and doesn't)
- Technical depth when needed
- Business focus always
Actionable Insights
- Leave with frameworks to use Monday
- Templates and tools provided
- Clear next steps
- Follow-up resources
Engaging Delivery
- Stories from CERN to startups
- Interactive elements
- Visual frameworks
- Memorable analogies
🎓 Group Coaching Programs
Accelerate leadership development through peer learning
Transform your executives into AI-savvy leaders through structured cohort programs combining expert instruction, peer learning, and practical application.
Program Offerings
AI Leadership Accelerator
For C-Suite & Senior VPs
Master AI strategy and transformation leadership
Program Structure:
- Duration: 3 months (extendable to 6)
- Format: Monthly 2-hour virtual sessions
- Cohort Size: 5-10 executives
- Investment: $15,000/month for full cohort
Monthly Curriculum:
Month 1: Foundation & Strategy
- AI landscape and possibilities
- Building your AI strategy
- Investment prioritization framework
- Homework: Draft AI vision statement
Month 2: Organization & Governance
- Operating models for AI
- Ethics and responsible AI
- Risk management framework
- Homework: Design governance structure
Month 3: Execution & Measurement
- Change management for AI
- Success metrics and KPIs
- Communication strategies
- Homework: Create 90-day action plan
What's Included:
- Expert-led monthly sessions
- Private Slack community
- Session recordings
- Frameworks and templates
- 1:1 office hours (30 min/month)
- Certificate of completion
Data Strategy Masterclass
For Directors & VPs
Build modern data capabilities and self-service analytics
Program Structure:
- Duration: 3 months
- Format: Bi-weekly 90-minute sessions
- Cohort Size: 8-15 participants
- Investment: $12,000/month for full cohort
Curriculum Highlights:
Weeks 1-2: Modern Data Architecture
- Cloud data platforms
- Data mesh vs. data fabric
- Build vs. buy decisions
Weeks 3-4: Analytics & Self-Service
- Self-service framework design
- Governance without gates
- Change management strategies
Weeks 5-6: Advanced Analytics & ML
- ML platform requirements
- MLOps and model governance
- Citizen data science enablement
Deliverables:
- Personal data strategy
- Team capability assessment
- Vendor evaluation checklist
- 90-day implementation plan
Innovation Sprint Facilitator
For Innovation Leaders & Transformation Teams
Learn to run AI innovation sprints in your organization
Program Structure:
- Duration: 6 weeks intensive
- Format: Weekly 2-hour sessions + homework
- Cohort Size: 10-20 participants
- Investment: $8,000/month for full cohort
Week-by-Week Journey:
- Design Thinking for AI: Problem framing, ideation
- Rapid Prototyping: Low-code/no-code tools, MVPs
- Business Case Development: ROI models, pitch decks
- Stakeholder Management: Building buy-in, communication
- Sprint Execution: Running your first sprint
- Scale & Sustain: From pilot to production
You'll Leave With:
- Certified facilitator credential
- Complete sprint playbook
- Template library
- Tool recommendations
- Alumni network access
Custom Corporate Programs
Analytics Academy
Build self-service analytics culture at scale
Typical Engagement:
- 50-200 participants
- 3-6 month program
- Mix of virtual and in-person
- Investment: $50k–$150k total
Curriculum Modules:
- Data literacy fundamentals
- SQL for business users
- Dashboard design principles
- Statistical thinking
- Storytelling with data
AI Champions Network
Create internal evangelists and support system
Program Components:
- Monthly champion meetups
- Quarterly skill workshops
- Innovation challenges
- Best practice sharing
- Executive showcases
Investment: $5k–$10k/month ongoing
Executive AI Immersion
Intensive education for leadership teams
Format Options:
- 2-day intensive onsite
- 5-day virtual series
- Quarterly workshops
Investment: $25k–$50k per program
Why Group Coaching Works
Peer Learning Power
- Learn from others' challenges
- Build internal network
- Shared accountability
- Collective problem-solving
Practical Application
- Work on real problems
- Immediate implementation
- Measurable outcomes
- Quick wins focus
Expert Guidance
- Structured curriculum
- Proven frameworks
- Industry best practices
- Avoid common pitfalls
Sustained Change
- Beyond one-time training
- Community support
- Continuous reinforcement
- Long-term transformation
Success Stories
Fortune 500 Retail Chain
Program: AI Leadership Accelerator (6 months)
Participants: 12 C-suite executives
Outcomes:
- Aligned on $50M AI investment
- Launched 3 pilot projects
- 100% executive buy-in
- Created Chief AI Officer role
Series C SaaS Company
Program: Data Strategy Masterclass
Participants: 8 product & engineering VPs
Outcomes:
- Built self-service analytics platform
- Reduced report requests by 80%
- Improved decision speed 3x
- Achieved data team ROI in 6 months
Healthcare System
Event: Annual Leadership Summit Keynote
Audience: 500+ clinical and operational leaders
Impact:
- 94% "highly valuable" rating
- 200+ follow-up inquiries
- Launched system-wide AI initiative
- Board approved transformation budget
Engagement Process
For Speaking Engagements
- Initial Inquiry: Share event details and objectives
- Topic Alignment: Customize content for your audience
- Contract & Logistics: Speaker agreement and travel
- Content Preview: Optional slide review
- Event Delivery: Keynote + additional activities
- Follow-up: Resources and feedback
For Group Coaching
- Needs Assessment: Understand capability gaps
- Program Design: Customize curriculum
- Participant Selection: Identify cohort members
- Kick-off Session: Set expectations and goals
- Program Delivery: Regular sessions + support
- Impact Measurement: Track outcomes and ROI
Investment Summary
Speaking Engagements
| Format | Duration | Investment |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Keynote | 45-60 min | $5k–$10k |
| Domestic Event | Full day | $10k–$20k + travel |
| International | Multi-day | $15k–$30k + travel |
| Panel/Fireside | 30-45 min | $3k–$7.5k |
Group Coaching Programs
| Program | Duration | Investment |
|---|---|---|
| AI Leadership Accelerator | 3-6 months | $15k/month |
| Data Strategy Masterclass | 3 months | $12k/month |
| Innovation Sprint Training | 6 weeks | $8k/month |
| Custom Corporate Program | 3-6 months | $50k–$150k total |
What's Included
✅ Expert instruction and facilitation
✅ Program materials and templates
✅ Online community access
✅ Session recordings (coaching programs)
✅ Follow-up resources
What's Additional
➕ Travel and accommodation
➕ Custom content development
➕ Extended program duration
➕ Additional participants
➕ Certification programs
Booking & Availability
Quick Links
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Available Resources
For Event Planners:
- Speaker one-sheet (PDF)
- High-resolution headshots
- Introduction scripts
- Technical requirements
For Participants:
- Presentation slides
- Framework templates
- Reading lists
- Follow-up materials
"Patrick's keynote was the highlight of our summit. He made complex AI concepts accessible while providing frameworks we could implement immediately. Our leadership team is still referencing his talk six months later."
— Chief Learning Officer, Fortune 500 Financial Services