Tim Warren
Co-Founder of Ambit AI, Award-Winning Keynote Speaker & Innovation Authority
Tim Warren is one of New Zealand's most rated AI speakers — co-founder of Kiwi AI software company Ambit, former Goldman Sachs and JBWere executive, angel investor and an award-winning keynote known for cutting through the hype and giving audiences straight, practical sense on what AI really means.
Who is Tim Warren?
Tim Warren is a New Zealand technology entrepreneur, executive, angel investor and keynote speaker. He is the co-founder of Ambit (ambit.ai), a leading NZ AI software company specialising in conversational AI for Financial Services, eCommerce, Retail, Telco and Utilities. His diverse executive career spans software development at WinGate, financial services consulting, senior executive roles at Goldman Sachs and Chief Operating Officer of JBWere. He is an angel investor with more than 15 investments and a former board member of Flying Kiwi Angels. A regular keynote speaker on the AU/NZ circuit, Tim consistently earns top audience ratings — including iMedia's 4.8/5 average and a Research Association NZ People's Choice award.
Career Highlights
Co-founder and CEO, Ambit AI — a leading NZ AI software company
Former executive, Goldman Sachs; former COO, JBWere
Angel investor with 15+ investments
Former board member, Flying Kiwi Angels (start-up investment group)
iMedia speaker — 4.8/5 average audience rating
People's Choice award winner, Research Association NZ Conference
Frequently rated the top speaker at AU/NZ tech and AI events
Active drummer and professional musician
Key Speaking Themes
AI — Brilliance and Bias
AI and the Future of New Zealand
AI and the Future of Work
AI: Dreams, Doubts and Brilliance
Resilient leadership in turbulent times
Building a software startup from zero to $1m
What Your Audience Will Gain
Tim is rare — he combines deep AI industry knowledge with the comic timing of a born entertainer. Audiences leave with a much clearer view of what AI actually is, where it's heading, what to be worried about and what to do next — delivered in a way that's entertaining, memorable and immediately useable.
Ideal For
AI, technology and digital transformation conferences
ESG, finance, retail and telco events
Sales kick-offs, leadership offsites and AGMs
Marketing, retail and eCommerce summits
After-dinner keynotes and conference closers
Frequently Asked Questions about Tim Warren
What does Tim Warren speak about? AI, the future of work, innovation, leadership and the realities and risks of artificial intelligence.
Where is Tim Warren based? Tim is based in Auckland and travels across NZ, Australia and internationally for engagements.
What is Tim Warren best known for? Co-founding Ambit AI, his executive career at Goldman Sachs and JBWere, and his consistently top-rated AI keynotes.
Is Tim Warren suitable for corporate audiences? Yes. Tim regularly tops audience ratings at CEO breakfasts, ESG conferences and large-format AI events.
Can Tim deliver workshops as well as keynotes? Yes. Tim offers keynotes (30–60 minutes), executive briefings and panel sessions tailored to AI strategy and adoption.
Is Tim Warren available for international events? Yes. Tim speaks regularly across Australia and internationally, with audiences across iMedia and tech conferences AU/NZ.