Dawid Naude is a trailblazer in business, disruption, and innovation,shaping the future by translating AI’s potential into real world impact. Committed to making AI exciting, accessible, and impossible to ignore, he helps organisations to make every employee more productive, reimagine what’s possible, and achieve breakthrough innovation.
With a dynamic CV spanning consulting and leadership roles across digital, technology and innovation, Dawid is the proud Founder & CEO of Pathfindr. Named one of AFR BOSS’ Most Innovative Companies in its founding year, Pathfindr is now the world’s fastest growing AI Accelerator.
An advisor to Government and industry bodies across APAC, Dawid is one of the region’s foremost AI innovators, educators, and implementers. With an infectious energy and a gift for making the complex feel simple, his keynotes have built a reputation for exciting audiences into action.
60mins
“Exciting, accessible, and impossible to ignore,” this 60-minute keynote is a dynamic and highly practical AI masterclass.
With an infectious energy and a gift for making the complex feel simple, Dawid doesn’t just talk about AI — he brings it to life. In this transformative session, you’ll discover how AI is reshaping industries and redefining what’s possible for individuals and organisations alike.
Packed with compelling stories, realworld case studies, and powerful live demos, Dawid delivers a handson journey through the art of what’s possible with AI—right now. You’ll walk away with the tools, insights, and confidence to:
• Supercharge your productivity
• Unlock exponential growth
• Drive breakthrough innovation.
Whether you’re an AI skeptic or a seasoned enthusiast, Dawid is renowned for turning curiosity into confidence. This keynote will not only inspire you—it will empower you to take action and lead in the age of intelligent transformation.
60mins
Imagine a future where every student has a personal tutor — 24/7, patient, tailored to their pace, language, and learning style.
Now imagine every teacher with a tireless, uber responsive assistant— helping plan lessons, provide feedback, and focus on what matters most: teaching.
In this compelling 60-minute keynote, Dawid explores how AI isn’t just enhancing education—it’s poised to transform it. Through vivid stories, live demos, and real-world examples, Dawid paints a picture of what’s possible when we give every learner and every educator the support they deserve.
• What happens when no child is left behind? When no teacher burns out?
• We don’t just fix education—we unlock the full potential of society.
• This is the future of learning. And it’s closer than you think.
In this powerful 60min keynote, Dawid cuts through the AI noise by sharing 3 real-world use cases from leading brands doing it right.
Taking a practical “AI-for-now” approach, Dawid offers insight into how his team has supported leading enterprises across APAC to completely reimagine what’s possible and achieve breakout innovation and growth. This keynote covers:
• The critical role of internal AI champions - why a dedicated AI taskforce is key to sustainable transformation.
• ChatGPT excellence for execs - why every senior executive must first master this fundamental gateway to AI success.
• Live Q&A - at least 15 minutes of audience queries answered in real time.
Keen to tailor a keynote to your industry, event or context? No problem - Dawid is ready to customise a keynote in line with the specific needs of your audience, theme or goals. Each presentation will include real-world scenarios and live demonstrations specific to your brief.
