Speaking, Panels & Conference Presence
CTO/CTAIO practitioner available for keynotes, panel discussions, and conference participation.
- SVP Engineering, Adidas (Fortune 500)
- Former CIO, Sweetgreen
- Led organizations of 1,000+ engineers
- Available worldwide
Based in Los Angeles · Available Worldwide
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Speaking & Panel Topics
Each session is customized for your audience. These are starting frameworks, not rigid scripts.
The AI-Augmented Organization
How AI transforms operations, not just products. Practical frameworks for embedding AI across engineering, product, and business teams.
C-Suite & VP EngineeringEngineering at Scale
Building and leading 1000+ engineer organizations. Organizational design, platform engineering, and developer experience at Fortune 500 scale.
Engineering LeadersFrom CTO to CTAIO
The evolution of technology leadership in the AI era. Why every CTO must become a Chief Technology & AI Officer.
Technology ExecutivesDigital Transformation Beyond the Buzzword
Practical frameworks that deliver. Lessons from leading transformation at Adidas, Sweetgreen, and Fortune 500 clients.
Business & Technology LeadersThe Hybrid Athlete Mindset
Peak performance in tech leadership. How the discipline of Ironman training and marathon running translates to building resilient teams.
All AudiencesResponsible AI in Practice
Ethics, governance, and real-world implementation. Moving beyond AI principles to actionable governance frameworks.
Boards & Risk Leaders
Why Engage Thomas
Practitioner, Not Just Presenter
Has actually been a CTO at Fortune 500 scale. Led 1,000+ engineers at Adidas. Built technology organizations from scratch at Sweetgreen. The insights come from doing the work.
Current with 2026 AI Landscape
Active daily in AI tooling, LLM architecture, and engineering productivity. Not speaking from 5-year-old experience — sharing what's working right now.
Customized, Not Canned
Every keynote tailored to your audience and industry. Pre-event research, audience analysis, and custom examples ensure the talk resonates with your specific attendees.
Executive Credibility
Peers respect the Fortune 500 background. Board members, CTOs, and engineering leaders in your audience will engage with someone who's walked their path.
Thought Leadership, Press & Credentials
Advisory Board & Strategic Advisor
Advisory Board Member
Salesforce
Enterprise CRM & Platform Strategy
Advisory Board Member
Adobe
Experience Cloud & Digital Experience
Advisory Board Member
Acquia
Open Source CMS & Digital Transformation
Advisory Board Member
Sitecore
Enterprise Content & Personalization
Technology Advisor
McKinsey & Company
Technology Due Diligence
Technology Advisor
Bain Capital
Investment Technology Assessments
Active on Tegus/AlphaSense, Third Bridge, Guidepoint, Arbolus, Capvision, Coleman Research, Office Hours
Clients include top-tier hedge funds, PE firms, and management consultancies including McKinsey, Bain Capital, and Berenberg.
Press, Publications & Podcasts
Sweetgreen Taps Tech Veteran for New CIO Role
Nation's Restaurant News
FeaturedHuge Bolsters Global Executive Team With New Technology Leads
Adweek
InterviewHow B2Bs Can Dive Into Digital Commerce, but Stay Human
eMarketer
ContributedHow AI Will Transform Every Job in Media
Digiday
PodcastThomas Prommer on AI & Digital Transformation
YouTube
Education
Computer Science
Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT)
Executive Education
MIT, Harvard, Wharton
Explore 290+ Technology Expertise Areas
LLM & Generative AI
AI Coding Editors & Agents
AI Productivity & Enterprise AI
AI Frameworks & Orchestration
AI Agent Platforms
ML Infrastructure
AI Inference & GPU Cloud
Voice AI & Real-Time AI
Vector & Semantic Search
AI Video & World Generation
AI Brand & Content Tools
Monitoring & APM
Network Observability
Incident Management
Logging & Tracing
Cloud Platforms
Edge Computing
Containers & Orchestration
CI/CD & DevOps
CDN & Delivery
Network Architecture & DDI
Identity & Access Management
SIEM & Security Platforms
GRC & Audit Automation
Fraud Prevention
Enterprise AI Agents & Copilots
Legal AI
CRM & Sales
ERP & Operations
ITSM & Service Management
Commerce & Retail
Collaboration & Productivity
Fintech & Payments
Marketing Automation
Analytics & Measurement
Personalization & Testing
SEO & Content
Customer Data Platforms
Contact Center & CX
Enterprise CMS / DXP
Headless & Composable
DAM & Media
Databases
Data Warehouses & Lakes
Data Streaming & Integration
BI & Visualization
Languages
Frontend & UI
Backend & APIs
Testing & Quality
Workflow Orchestration
RPA & Self-Learning Automation
Workload Automation
Agencies & Consultancies
Technology Partners & Alliances
Advisory & Expert Networks
Project & Agile Management
Methodologies & Frameworks
Talent & Culture
Talent Marketplace & EOR
Design & Design Ops
What Leaders Say
“It's impossible to convey the value that Thomas brings to any situation in one short review. He is an entire project team wrapped into one man. He has the patience of a department lead, the strategic vision of a business executive, the impeccable knowledge of a technology VP and yet is still very approachable at every level.”
“Thomas is one of the most exceptional technologists and leaders I've worked with. He was always a trusted partner when attempting to determine the right solution. Thomas always works at full scale — he has all of the details at his grasp along with highly strategic thinking.”
“Thomas is an exceptional talent that combines in-depth technical knowledge with business savvy and strong client-facing abilities. He has huge respect from his team and always leads by example.”
“Thomas is a born leader. I always admired his leadership and ability to work well under pressure. Thomas is a talented and well rounded developer, with intricate knowledge of the systems he works with.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What topics does Thomas Prommer speak about?
Thomas speaks on AI-augmented organizations, engineering at scale, the CTO-to-CTAIO evolution, digital transformation, responsible AI, and the hybrid athlete mindset for peak performance. All topics draw from hands-on Fortune 500 executive experience at Adidas, Sweetgreen, and other global brands.
Can you customize your session for our audience and industry?
Every session is tailored to the audience. Thomas works with organizers before the event to understand audience challenges, industry context, and desired outcomes. The result is a session that resonates directly with attendees rather than a generic talk.
What are your travel and accommodation requirements?
For international engagements, Thomas requests business class flights, 4 or 5-star hotel accommodation, and airport transport. For domestic engagements, requirements are flexible. All logistics details are discussed during the booking process.
How far in advance should we book?
Ideally 2–3 months in advance, though shorter timelines can sometimes be accommodated depending on schedule availability. Submit a request with your preferred date and we'll confirm availability within 1–4 business days.
Do you participate in virtual or hybrid events?
Yes. Thomas participates in events in-person, virtually, and in hybrid formats. Virtual sessions are delivered with professional AV setup and include interactive elements like live Q&A and polls.
What is the difference between a CTO speaker and a professional speaker?
A professional speaker presents polished talks on topics they've researched. Thomas is an active technology executive who has actually led 1000+ engineers at Fortune 500 scale. His contributions come from lived experience — the insights are current, practical, and carry the credibility of someone who's done the work.
Do you offer workshops in addition to speaking?
Yes. In addition to keynotes and panels (45–60 minutes), Thomas offers half-day and full-day workshops on AI strategy, engineering organization design, and technology leadership. Workshops include interactive exercises, frameworks, and action plans.
How do I request Thomas Prommer for an event?
Use the Request Availability form on this page to share your event details — whether it's a keynote, panel, workshop, or general conference attendance. The team responds within 1–4 business days with availability and next steps.
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