Frances West

Frances West is a globally recognized thought leader, trusted advisor, and technology executive with extensive experience in the tech industry. A pioneering authority on digital inclusion, she has led efforts to integrate human-first design into technology, driving innovation and growth. Frances’s career includes key leadership roles at IBM, where she became the company’s first Chief Accessibility Officer, shaping their accessibility strategy and setting new industry standards.

After founding Frances West & Co, a global advisory firm, she has advised Fortune 500 companies, startups, and non-profits on leadership, emerging technologies, and inclusion. Frances’s expertise empowers organizations to align inclusive practices with business goals for lasting market differentiation. The author of Authentic Inclusion Drives Disruptive Innovation presents a framework that leverages inclusion as a competitive advantage. Recognized by the United Nations and other global organizations, Frances is a dynamic speaker on digital inclusion, AI, women in leadership, and the future of work.

Her journey as a first-generation immigrant underscores her unique perspective on leadership, resilience, and the importance of inclusive leadership in today’s complex, interconnected world.

KEYNOTE TOPICS

• Driving Innovation Through Authentic Leadership
• Embracing Authenticity: A Leaders Journey
• AI, Technology, and Human-Centric Innovation
• Women in Leadership: Breaking Boundaries and Redefining Success
• Think Differently: The Power of Inclusion in Organizational Transformation
• Aging for All: Inclusive Innovation for a Sustainable Future
• Thriving in Complexity: Leveraging Personal Skills and Cultural Insight for Today’s Global Challenges