Jos Dirkx Biography

Jos Dirkx is a Dutch-born tech entrepreneur, AI strategist, author, and global keynote speaker recognized for her work at the nexus of artificial intelligence, education, and diversity. She founded Beenova AI, developing AI-driven learning platforms to foster 21st-century skills, reaching over 85,000 people worldwide. She serves as Turner's Chief AI Strategist, advising Fortune 500 companies like Google, Sony, HSBC, and Nedbank, as well as organizations like the United Nations and the Dubai Future Foundation, on AI strategy and implementation.

Dirkx is the bestselling author of four books, including “Girls Do Good, Tackled" (with contributions from Siya Kolisi and Fabio Cannavaro), "Why Great Ideas Die” (2023), and “Making Sense of AI “(2025). Her work emphasizes human-centric AI, diversity, and inclusion, drawing from her experience with the UN in South Sudan and Eritrea and her award-winning NGO, Girls & Football SA, which empowered 65,000 girls and earned recognition from Michelle Obama.

Dirkx is a sought-after keynote speaker. She has delivered transformative talks at events like TEDx, the World Economic Forum, and SingularityU South Africa's 2024 Summit, where she spoke on resilience. Her dynamic style blends storytelling, data-driven insights, and practical strategies for innovation and leadership. 

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