Speaking Engagements
Thought leadership on agentic AI, blockchain, and the future of finance
Speaking Expertise
With 15+ years as a sought-after international speaker, I deliver engaging presentations that bridge cutting-edge research and practical applications. My speaking style combines technical depth with accessible explanations, making complex topics compelling for diverse audiences from C-suite executives to doctoral researchers.
Speaking Topics
The Age of Agentic AI
Understanding autonomous intelligent agents and their transformative impact across industries.
- From reactive to proactive AI systems
- Multi-agent coordination and emergent behavior
- LLM-based agents and tool use
- AI safety and alignment challenges
- Business applications and strategy
Blockchain Revolution
DeFi, cryptocurrencies, and the future of decentralized financial infrastructure.
- Beyond Bitcoin: DeFi protocols and innovation
- Crypto market microstructure
- Smart contract economics
- Regulatory landscape and compliance
- Institutional adoption strategies
AI Meets Blockchain
The convergence of artificial intelligence and decentralized systems.
- AI agents in DeFi protocols
- Decentralized AI training and inference
- Blockchain for AI governance
- Tokenized AI models and data
- Future of autonomous financial systems
Quantitative Trading & Market Microstructure
High-frequency trading, algorithmic strategies, and modern market dynamics.
- HFT myths vs. reality
- Machine learning for trading
- Market making in crypto and equities
- Flash crashes and systemic risk
- Regulatory evolution
The Future of Finance
How AI, blockchain, and quantum computing will reshape financial services.
- Digital transformation roadmap
- CBDCs and payment systems
- AI-powered risk management
- Quantum computing threats and opportunities
- Preparing for disruption
AI Strategy for Business Leaders
How executives should think about AI adoption, governance, and competitive advantage.
- Build vs. buy vs. partner decisions
- Organizational transformation
- Ethics and responsible AI
- Talent acquisition and development
- Measuring AI ROI
Recent Keynotes & Presentations
Presentation: "Fast Monte Carlo"
2025INFORMS Winter Simulation Conference -- a top conference in Operations Research
Presented original research on speeding up Monte Carlo simulation 100x using spectral approximation.
Keynote: "Agentic AI: Out-of-the-box Performance"
2025Global AI Summit, San Francisco
How to evaluate off-the-shelf autonomous AI agents.
Executive Briefing: "Crypto Strategy for Financial Institutions"
2025Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Confidential briefing for Fed officials and major bank executives on Crypto adoption roadmap and regulatory considerations.
Ultra-Fast Efficient Matching
2024Economics and Computation, Yale University
Presented original research on optimal matching (mechanism design).
Upcoming Presentations
Risk Management with AI
2026-03-19 00:00:00Society of Quantitative Analysts Annual Research Conference
Pricing with Liquidity, Crypto Contagion, Pricing Bitcoin with Conditional Optimization
2026-03-25 00:00:00Southwest Finance Association
Agentic AI in Quantitative Trading; Hype, Reality and Adoption
2026-04-28 00:00:00Battle of the Quants, Yale Club
Speaking Formats
Keynote Addresses
Duration: 45-60 minutes
High-impact presentations for conferences and major events combining research insights, practical implications, and forward-looking analysis. Engaging storytelling with data-driven insights.
Academic Seminars
Duration: 90 minutes
Research presentations for faculty and doctoral students. Deep dive into methodology, results, and theoretical implications with extended Q&A and discussion.
Executive Briefings
Duration: 60-90 minutes
Concise, strategic presentations for C-suite and board members. Focus on business implications, competitive positioning, and actionable recommendations.
Panel Discussions
Duration: 60-90 minutes
Expert panelist contributing evidence-based perspectives on industry trends, policy debates, and technological developments alongside other thought leaders.
Workshops
Duration: Half-day or full-day
Intensive hands-on sessions combining lectures, exercises, and group projects. Technical depth with practical skills development.
Virtual Presentations
Duration: Flexible
Engaging online presentations optimized for remote audiences with interactive elements, polls, and Q&A. Global reach without travel requirements.
"Irene Aldridge's keynote was transformative—she has an extraordinary ability to make cutting-edge AI and blockchain research accessible and actionable for business leaders."
"The most intellectually stimulating seminar our faculty has hosted in years. Irene Aldridge challenged our thinking and opened new research directions."
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Available for keynotes, academic seminars, executive briefings, and workshops worldwide
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