Zach Giglio

AI Expert and Speaker and CEO of the award-winning GCM

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Zach Giglio

AI Expert and Speaker and CEO of the award-winning GCM

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Why Book

Zach Giglio is anAI Expert, Speaker and CEO of the award-winning GCM, he harnesses AI to boost business efficiency and profits. A Wharton-certified strategist and U.S. Chamber faculty member, he’s shaping the future of AI in business.
Tailored to address the unique needs and challenges of each audience, Zach’s presentations demystify key AI concepts, showcase AI’s impacts on different facets of society, and highlight strategies for enhancing operational efficiency and competitive advantage.
Zach conducts intensive AI workshops and implementations, tailored to equip organizations with the requisite knowledge and skills to effectively harness AI, fueling their marketing, sales, administration and operating abilities and driving revenue growth.

Biography

Zach Giglio is the CEO of GCM, an award-winning agency that shows organizations how to leverage cutting-edge AI technology to become more efficient and profitable. He is certified by the Wharton School of Business in AI Strategy for Business and serves as a curriculum committee member on AI at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Institute for Organization Management.

Renowned for his insights into the convergence of AI and business, Zach is a frequent keynote speaker at industry conferences, a TEDx speaker, and was recently honored as one of Charleston’s Forty Under 40. He also leads intensive AI trainings and implementations, equipping organizations with the knowledge and skills to harness AI across operations, sales, marketing, and administration to drive measurable revenue growth.

Zach’s consulting experience spans organizations ranging from Fortune 500 companies to fast-growing startups. His professional journey has taken him from Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg and back to the United States, where he co-founded GCM.

Beyond his professional work, Zach is actively involved in his local community as a member of multiple nonprofit organizations. He enjoys travel, food, and conversation, supported by a lifelong love for storytelling, history, and culture. Zach lives in the Charleston, South Carolina area with his wife and three children.

Programs

Transforming Business with AI

Get a clear view of how AI is reshaping industries, improving efficiency, and creating entirely new opportunities for growth.

Featuring interactive demonstrations and strategic insights, this session provides a comprehensive view of AI’s transformative power in business. Attendees will witness real-time examples of AI solutions that drive significant business outcomes, reinforcing theoretical knowledge with practical applications.

Key Takeaways:

Industry Transformations: Learn how AI is reshaping various sectors and changing the game across sectors.
Versatile Applications and Case Studies: Gain a comprehensive understanding of how AI technologies are applied in different business contexts and workflows, enhancing processes and customer experiences.
Implementing AI: Acquire robust strategies to navigate the integration of AI within your business operations, ensuring smooth adoption and maximum impact.
Competitive Advantage: Discover how leveraging AI can not only streamline operations but also create unique competitive advantages in your market.

Human Touch in the AI Era

Explore the critical role of human creativity and intuition and how to marry that with the vast capabilities of AI. This is the future of how human beings will operate in the new AI era. Discover how these human traits can be harmoniously integrated with AI’s capabilities to enhance productivity and innovation.

Key Takeaways:

Humans’ Irreplaceable Traits: Identify which human skills will become increasingly valuable in an AI-enhanced world.
AI and Human Synergy: Understand how to amplify human capabilities through effective integration with AI.
Maintaining Balance:Learn strategies to successfully blend AI with human creativity and intuition while enhancing operational efficiency.

AI as a Junior Employee

While AI opens a world of opportunities it also comes with risks and challenges, not the least of which are “hallucinations”. Learn about a holistic effective approach to maximizing AI’s benefits, while mitigating it’s risks. Attendees will explore how AI can be integrated as a junior team member in their business processes, illustrated through live demonstrations and practical use case scenarios. This session emphasizes real-world applications and hands-on learning to ensure participants can apply AI insights directly to their operations.

Key Takeaways:

Strategic Integration: Gain insights into how AI can enhance productivity and decision-making within your team.
Guidance and Oversight: Learn how to set objectives for AI that support your business goals.
Real-World Strategies: Practical tips on integrating AI tools and systems smoothly into your existing workflows.
Risk Management: Address the common pitfalls and challenges of AI integration, including how to recognize and correct AI “hallucinations”.
Optimizing Output: Through interactive examples and case studies, see firsthand how AI can solve problems and improve operations, making it an invaluable junior employee.

AI-Driven Skills Transformation and Education

As AI technologies increasingly influence job markets, this presentation underscores the urgent need for educational and professional training systems to evolve. Attendees will engage with interactive discussions and practical strategies to reshape curricula, update hiring practices, and foster continuous learning environments that are well-adapted to the demands of an AI-driven economy.

Key Takeaways:

Skill Adaptation and Demand: Learn to identify and cultivate the competencies needed for a workforce that can synergize with AI technologies.
Educational Evolution: Explore ways to overhaul educational curricula to better prepare students and professionals for an AI-integrated job market.
Rethinking Business Strategy: Discover how to reassess and refine hiring criteria to emphasize skills that align with AI-driven business needs.
Workforce Development: Gain insights into promoting ongoing learning and re-skilling among current employees to keep pace with technological advancements.
Policy and Framework: Discuss the development of ethical frameworks that mitigate AI biases and align closely with evolving business and societal goals

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Zach Giglio Reviews

“I’ve had the pleasure of hosting numerous events, but Zach’s AI presentation stands out for its remarkable attendance and engagement. […] For businesses ready to embrace AI and its potential, this is an invaluable opportunity to learn and grow.”

— PRESIDENT & CEO, CLAYTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

“Zach shared his expertise in a balanced way, introducing the opportunities and hurdles of using AI for marketing. He offered a very engaging and accessible overview and framed AI in a way that many never considered before.

The presentation was incredibly well-received. I highly recommend Zach as a speaker and expert on AI for the average business and organization.”

— DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS, AMERICAN INDEPENDENT BUSINESS ALLIANCE

“It’s rare to find a speaker who can translate complex technological concepts into tangible benefits for businesses of all sizes. Zach did just that, and we are all the better for it.”

— PRESIDENT & CEO, HILTON HEAD ISLAND-BLUFFTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

“Zach’s unique approach to teaching AI wasn’t just informative; it was transformative for our marketing, communications and sales strategies.”

— PRESIDENT & CEO, CLEMSON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

“Zach delivered a presentation that was strategic in its vision, rich in practical application, and precisely attuned to the aspirations and challenges of our region’s leaders. I wholeheartedly endorse Zach Giglio as a keynote speaker.”

— President and CEO, Evansville Regional Economic Partnership

“Zach’s keynote was a powerful drive to our summer convention. I could have listened to him all day. Our members left with clear ideas they could take back to the jobsite right away.”

— CEO, AGC Oregon-Columbia Chapter