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Book Doug Simpson to Speak
Doug speaks to CEO groups, industry associations, and business leaders across the country about practical AI — what actually works, what doesn’t, and how to think about it as an operator, not a technologist.
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Why Book Doug
An operator, not a theorist
Doug has invested in and operated real businesses. His AI perspective comes from the trenches, not the lecture hall.
Practical, not hype
Every talk is grounded in what actually works for businesses today — no buzzwords, no vendor pitches, no vaporware.
Built for business leaders
Doug translates complex AI concepts into language that CEOs, owners, and executive teams can act on immediately.
Real business experience
A career spanning Ford, Yahoo, and Meta/Instagram — plus hands-on experience running traditional, people-heavy operations.
Signature Talks
Practical AI for Business Leaders
A non-technical framework for identifying high-value AI use cases. No buzzwords, no vendor pitches — just what works.
AI for Real Estate Teams
Lead response, client communication, scheduling, and workflow systems that help agents close more business.
How Operators Should Think About AI
For leaders running people-heavy, traditional businesses who want AI without disrupting what works.
Who Books Doug
CEO Groups
Industry Associations
Real Estate Organizations
Chambers of Commerce
Small Business Events
Executive Retreats
Leadership Conferences
Board Meetings
Speaking Formats
Keynotes
30–60 minutes
Half-Day Workshops
Interactive sessions with your team
Full-Day Executive Sessions
Deep dive into your AI strategy
Panel Moderation
Facilitate expert AI conversations