Global AI thought leaders, digital strategists, transformation leaders, keynote speakers, and co-founders of SwissCognitive, World-Leading AI Network and the CognitiveValley Foundation. Through their neutral and research-driven approach, they guide organizations in rethinking strategies and leveraging AI to drive business transformation.


Dalith Steiger and Andy Fitze AI Keynote Speaker

As a keynote speaker Dalith and Andy bring real-world AI knowledge and strategic foresight to the stage, covering a wide range of topics:

  • AI Strategy & Business Transformation
  • AI Leadership, Governance & C-Suite Imperatives
  • AI Investments & Venture Capital
  • AI & Data Management
  • AI Technology Integration
  • AI in Industry Sectors
  • AI Innovation & Emerging Trends
  • AI’s Role in Decision-Making
  • The Future of AI in Business
  • AI & Digital Transformation

Delivering their expertise through various dynamic formats, tailored to fit your event’s and business use case’s needs:

  • Captivating Keynotes
  • Transparent Interviews
  • Thought-Provoking Panel Discussions
  • Engaging Roundtable Exchanges
  • Challenging Workshops
  • Board & Leadership Advisory

Dalith Steiger

AI Keynote Speaker
Global AI Thought-Leader & Influencer
Top Business Accelerator and Serial Entrepreneur
Amongst the Top 50 Women in Tech


Dalith Steiger, co-founder of the award-winning SwissCognitive, World-Leading AI Network, and the CognitiveValley Foundation. She was born in Israel and grew up in Switzerland. Today, she is a global AI advisor and keynote speaker, sharing her extensive knowledge and experience in the field of AI around the world. She is also CEO of the Swiss IT Leadership Forum, and Member of the Advisory Council of digital-liberal.ch. Dalith sits in the jury of the Digital Economy Award as well as the START Hack, she is an advisor at Kickstart Innovation, a mentor at the Founder Institute, and teaches AI & Machine Learning in a CAS module at the Applied University of Luzern. Besides her drive for cognitive technologies, she is also a loving mother of two teenage girls, a passionate mountain biker and a big fan of high-heel shoes.

Awards – Dalith Steiger


Top AI Voice, Onalytica 2021
Top 50 Women in Tech Influencers, The Awards Magazine, 2020
Top 10 Pioneering Women in AI & Machine Learning, Enterprise Management 360 London, 2019
Top 100 Digital Shapers in Switzerland, Bilanz, 2019

Publications – Dalith Steiger



Andy Fitze

AI Keynote Speaker
Pioneering Global Corporate Digital Strategist
Amongst the 100 Global Most Influential People in AI
Award-Winning CIO


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Andy Fitze, digital cognitive strategist, top global AI and digital transformation advisor for start-ups and enterprise boards, tactical leader, AI influencer and keynote speaker. With Dalith Steiger, Andy is the co-founder of the award-winning SwissCognitive, and the CognitiveValley Foundation. He is president of the Swiss IT Leadership Forum, member of the Board of Directors of ICTSwitzerland and SwissICT, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Service Management Partners. Andy is a lecturer and Member of the Strategic Advisory Board at Bern University of Applied Sciences. To share his 30 years of extensive knowledge and experience, he is often seen on global stages. He is also a passionate skipper on the oceans – providing him with a great balance for head and soul.

Awards – Andy Fitze


Top 10 AI Influencer, AI Magazine
Top 100 Digital Shapers in Switzerland, Bilanz, 2023
Top 100 Digital Shapers in Switzerland, Bilanz, 2022
The most prominent Digital Futurists to watch out for in 2022
100 Global most influential people in AI, 2021
Top 100 Influencer – Who’s Who in RPA? Influential Voices & Brands – Sector AI & RPA, 2020
Top 100 Global Thought Leaders and Influencers, 2020
Top 10 CIO of the Decade, Confare and EY, 2020
Global AI 25 Influencer – Place 13th, 2019
Forbes Top 50 Digital Leaders DACH, 2018
Top 15 Global Digital Transformation Influencers on Twitter, 2017
Swiss CIO Award for Best IT Manager in Switzerland in 2015
IT Strategist – Swiss CIO Award 2012


Successful Couple & Co-Founders of SwissCognitive, World-Leading AI Network

Milestones & Awards – SwissCognitive


SwissCognitive Milestones & Awards
Over 450 AI Advisory clients, from multinational companies, institutes, to SMEs
2023: Launched the “AI Navigator” as a leadership tool for AI
2022: Established Investment AI Advisory for startups, VCs, and private investors
Since 2022: Ambassador Program with over 100 global AI experts
2022: Launched acceleration program for AI startups
Delivered over 200 keynotes on AI and leadership
Reached over 500,000 AI followers on social media
20+ global events with 75,000+ viewers from over 85 countries
130+ SwissCognitive community events
170+ internal workshops and round-table discussions
Recognised as one of the 32 Best Predictive Analytics Startups in Switzerland of 2021
Swiss ICT Public Award Winner, 2017
Finalist for Best Digital Disruptive Start-up Award, DES Madrid, 2017
Zuger Young Entrepreneur Award, 2017

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SwissCognitive - Dalith Steiger and Andy Fitze - AI Keynote Speaker

Andy’s presentation captures everyone’s attention from the very first second. The fascinating images combined with his impressions of the enormously demanding leadership challenges in his highly demanding environment leave a lasting impression. A clear recommendation for every leader to get a new perspective!

Alex Brunner, management consultant, coaching & consulting for organisational development