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Sascha Cutura
AI, Data and Automation Expert, Fractional CAIO and Advisor on Workflow Transformation and Business Performance
why book sascha?
- Sascha Cutura has delivered over 600 process optimisations and advised global organisations including DHL, Deutsche Bank and the UN World Food Programme, demonstrating proven impact at scale
- He brings 20+ years of hands-on experience as a Fractional Chief AI Officer, working directly with boards and leadership teams to turn AI strategy into measurable outcomes
- Sascha is the founder of multiple AI ventures including London School of AI, Automation and Technology (LSAAT) and is known for delivering practical, no-hype insights that drive real business transformation
“Sascha’s insights into AI and automation are unparalleled. His ability to simplify complex concepts and provide actionable strategies is invaluable for any business looking to innovate and grow.”
Terry Bell, Solvendo Group
Biography
Sascha Cutura is a keynote speaker, serial entrepreneur and Fractional Chief AI Officer specialising in AI, data and process transformation. With more than 20 years of hands-on experience, he works directly with executive teams, senior leaders and boards to identify where AI, data and process optimisation can deliver the greatest commercial impact. His focus is firmly on execution over theory, helping organisations redesign how they operate, make decisions and scale effectively.
Sascha is the founder of multiple AI, data and automation ventures, including convedo, mws+, milia.io and the London School of AI, Automation and Technology. Alongside his entrepreneurial work, he operates as a Fractional Chief AI Officer and AI Advisor to the Board, embedding within organisations to connect strategy with tangible delivery and measurable outcomes.
His career spans startups, SMEs, global enterprises and public sector organisations. He has worked with leading international brands such as DHL, SWISS International Air Lines and Deutsche Bank, as well as global organisations including the World Food Programme. Across these engagements, Sascha advises on AI strategy, workflow transformation and decision intelligence, helping organisations turn complex technology into practical, scalable solutions.
His work includes leading AI and automation discovery sessions, defining AI roadmaps, aligning data foundations and redesigning critical business processes to unlock value at scale. As an AI Value Chain advisor, he supports organisations in understanding where value is created across the full AI ecosystem and how to prioritise investments for maximum return.
Sascha’s academic background further strengthens his commercial expertise. He is an alumnus of the Saïd Business School through the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses initiative, and of Cambridge Judge Business School. He is also a member of the Institute of Directors.
His approach is structured around four core pillars: leadership and driving change from the top, upskilling and preparing the workforce, identifying high-impact AI use cases, and managing compliance, risk and regulation. Through his The Automated Business framework, P.R.O.G.R.E.S.S, he has delivered over 600 process optimisations, worked across 12 countries, and delivered 45 workshops and keynotes to more than 1,000 attendees.
Sascha is also the host of The Automation Guys community, newsletter and podcast, where he shares practical insights on AI, data and automation. On stage, he is known for cutting through hype with clarity and real-world perspective. His keynote sessions are direct, practical and tailored to leadership audiences, offering a clear path to applying AI and process transformation within their organisations.
His mission is to help organisations move beyond experimentation and turn AI into a true operational and strategic advantage.
Topics
Is my business ripe for AI & Automation?
Length: 15 minutes (TED-style)
Overview: This talk demystifies AI and automation, providing actionable insights and strategies tailored for high-growth small and medium-sized enterprises. Sascha shares real-world examples and practical advice on how to start with automation, optimise workflows, and use AI, Data & Automation to drive growth and efficiency.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding the basics of AI and automation
- Identifying areas ripe for automation within your business
- Real-world case studies of successful SME automation projects
- Step-by-step guide to implementing automation with minimal disruption
How charities and NGOs can use AI and Automation for Impact
Length: 45-60 minutes
Overview: This keynote focuses on the practical and transformative applications of AI and automation in the non-profit sector. It will break down how charities and NGOs can adopt these technologies to maximize their resources, improve operational efficiency, and expand their reach. The session includes real-world examples, strategies for implementation, and how to overcome common barriers.
Key Takeaways:
- Breaking down the basics of AI and automation and their relevance to charities and NGOs.
- How to pinpoint key areas within an NGO where automation and AI can drive significant impact.
- Successful examples of NGOs utilizing AI to enhance program delivery, improve donor engagement, and optimize operations.
- A step-by-step guide to implementing AI and automation, from assessment and small-scale pilots to scaling up while addressing ethical concerns.
- Navigating common obstacles, including budget constraints, skills gaps, and data privacy concerns, with practical solutions for overcoming them.
The Future of Enterprise: Leading with AI and Intelligent Automation
Length: 30-40 minutes
Overview: In this compelling talk, Sascha addresses the unique challenges and opportunities that enterprises face in the era of AI and intelligent automation. He explores how C-level executives and department heads can lead transformative initiatives that align with strategic objectives, supercharge innovation, and deliver measurable business outcomes.
Key Takeaways:
- Strategic alignment of AI and automation with business goals
- Leveraging data and analytics for smarter decision-making
- Best practices for deploying and scaling automation initiatives
- Future trends in AI and automation and their implications for enterprise
Scaling SMEs: Harnessing Intelligent Automation
Length: 45 minutes
Overview: This presentation dives deep into how large SMEs can leverage intelligent automation to scale operations, enhance productivity, and maintain competitive advantage. Sascha discusses advanced automation technologies, no-code/low-code solutions, and provides a roadmap for integrating these tools into existing business processes based on his 8-step P.R.O.G.R.E.S.S. framework.
Key Takeaways:
- Advanced applications of AI and automation in large SMEs
- The role of no-code/low-code platforms in accelerating automation
- Strategies for effective change management and adoption
- Success stories and lessons learned from SME automation projects
Sascha Cutura
Masterclasses
You may want to go deeper with your audience. Masterclasses can be tailored and developed to suit your audience needs, be it a 90-minute Masterclass, a half-day or full-day workshop or a full online or face-to-face programme. Please contact one of our expert team to discuss.
The Automated Business
How organisations redesign work, decisions and growth using AI, data and automation
Aligned to the PROGRESS™ Framework (can also be delivered without explicitly referencing the framework)
Length: 2 hours (can also be delivered as 25–30 minute keynote)
Overview: This keynote is structured around the PROGRESS™ Framework, showing how organisations move from early AI curiosity to embedded, scalable execution across the business. If preferred, the session can be delivered without explicitly referencing the framework, while still following the same underlying logic and progression.
- It focuses on how work actually happens inside companies today, where processes break down, where time is lost, and how AI, data and automation reshape that into a more efficient and scalable operating model.
- Rather than introducing AI as a separate initiative, the session positions it as part of how workflows are designed, owned and executed. Each stage of the journey is brought to life with practical examples from SME and enterprise environments, showing how organisations move from identifying friction to implementing, embedding and scaling AI in a controlled way.
- The keynote gives leaders a clear structure to follow, avoiding the typical trap of jumping into tools without understanding workflows, ownership and impact.
Key Takeaways:
- A clear understanding of how organisations move from initial AI exploration to structured, scalable execution across the business.
- How to break down workflows to identify friction, inefficiencies and missed opportunities across the organisation.
- How to redesign key processes using AI and automation, focusing on high impact areas such as proposals, communication, reporting and decision support.
- How to connect data across systems to enable faster, more informed decision making.
- How to align teams, ownership and workflows so AI is embedded into daily operations rather than used in isolation.
- How to enable teams to adopt AI in a practical way, ensuring consistent usage and capability building across the business.
- How to move from isolated use cases to a repeatable, scalable operating model.
- What to avoid, including chasing tools too early, overcomplicating solutions, or failing to assign clear ownership.
“Sascha really brought the AI Design Sprint to life with great examples, humor, and most importantly practical advice. The workshop clearly inspired and left the attendees with some great tools and ideas to apply immediately.”
Head of Accounts Payable, DHL
testimonials
“Sascha’s insights into AI and automation are unparalleled. His ability to simplify complex concepts and provide actionable strategies is invaluable for any business looking to innovate and grow.”
Terry Bell, Solvendo Group
“Sascha really brought the AI Design Sprint to life with great examples, humor, and most importantly practical advice. The workshop clearly inspired and left the attendees with some great tools and ideas to apply immediately.”
Head of Accounts Payable, DHL
“I had the great opportunity to work with Sascha for a year, using the ‘P.R.O.G.R.E.S.S. Framework’ to great effect. I’ve achieved more for my business through AI & Automation in the past year than I could have without the structure we put in place.”
Simon Farrow, TAC Hospitality Group
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