Susi O’Neill

Susi O’Neill: Technology Communications Strategist and Speaker

Susi O’Neill bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and practical business application so AI and innovation work for everyone.

Through keynotes, roundtables and workshops on AI adoption, tech communications and frontier technologies, she helps organisations move beyond hype to practical success.

Trusted by global brands including Bank of America, Kaspersky and Finastra, she brings clarity, humour and real-world insight to help leaders embrace technology change.

Professional background

Susi works at the intersection of emerging technologies and strategic communications. As founder of consultancy EVA, she partners with forward-thinking leaders to make tech adoption work for people and business. With extensive experience leading thought leadership for global brands, she transforms complex tech concepts into tangible strategies.

Recognised as one of the top 50 global women in content, Susi created and hosted the Marcom award-winning Insight Story tech trends podcast for cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. Her authoritative voice extends to research, whitepapers and articles. Her newsletter, Rethinking The Hype Cycle, provides timely analysis and practical insights.

Media presence

She’s a trusted technology expert for BBC World News and appears as a regular guest expert on Somewhere on Earth, the global tech podcast from the team behind BBC Click.

Susi previously enjoyed a career as an electronic musician, presenting an acclaimed show on the history of electronic music in sold-out theatre venues and Edinburgh Fringe Festival. She brings exceptional stage presence plus humour to demystify complex tech topics and focus on how people can become engaged.