Best AI Trainer Speakers in Singapore 2026
- Parikshit Khanna
- 5 hours ago
- 3 min read
Singapore continues to lead Southeast Asia in AI adoption in 2026, driven by the Smart Nation initiative, SkillsFuture subsidies, and strong demand from fintech, logistics, healthcare, retail, and manufacturing. Companies and professionals are actively seeking AI trainers and keynote speakers who deliver practical, hands-on programs on agentic AI, generative AI, prompt engineering, AI governance, ethical adoption, and business transformation.
This guide ranks the best AI trainer speakers in Singapore for B2B (corporate workshops, enterprise strategy, team upskilling) and B2C (individual professionals, entrepreneurs, career switchers). Rankings are based on speaker pedigree, client feedback (Google, LinkedIn, event reviews 2025–2026), training impact, and relevance to Singapore’s regulatory environment (PDPA, IMDA guidelines).
Top AI Trainer Speakers in Singapore 2026 – Ranked for B2B & B2C Impact
Rank | Trainer / Speaker Name | Primary Focus (B2B / B2C) | Core Expertise & Delivery Style | Key Reviews & Ratings (2025–2026) | Notable Clients / Strengths | Contact / Booking Notes |
1 | Gavin Sim | B2B + B2C | Practical AI implementation, prompt engineering, business scaling, agentic workflows | 4.8/5 (183+ Google reviews); “Best hands-on AI trainer in SG” | 5,000+ professionals trained; ex-Navy Captain, 8-figure business builder | heygavinsim.com; corporate workshops & public bootcamps |
2 | Dr. Jerome Joseph | Strong B2B (keynotes & advisory) | AI innovation, human-centered leadership, generative AI for branding & decision-making | Highly rated keynotes; “Practical & inspiring for leaders” | CEOs & CXOs in finance, healthcare, retail | |
3 | John Sanei | B2B (keynotes & strategy sessions) | Futurism, AI transformation, human-AI collaboration, leadership in uncertainty | Global 5x bestselling author; consistently top-rated at Singapore events | Fortune 500, government, Singularity University faculty | johnsanei.com; frequent Singapore engagements |
4 | Vertical Institute Trainers (Stan, John Amos, Martin, Peter) | B2C (individuals) + B2B corporate | Generative AI bootcamps, prompt engineering, OpenAI API, ethics & security | 4.9/5 (1,626+ Google reviews); “Life-changing practical skills” | 50,000+ learners; featured on Channel News Asia | verticalinstitute.com; SkillsFuture-subsidised courses |
5 | Tan Kwan Chet (AI Singapore) | B2B (enterprise & government) | AI adoption strategy, 100 Experiments programme, apprenticeships | Excellent institutional reviews; trusted by public sector | AI Singapore official programmes | aisg.sg; corporate & public sector focus |
6 | Nina Alag Suri | B2B (HR & talent) | AI for recruitment, bias reduction, workforce transformation | Strong B2B feedback; “Game-changer for hiring” | X0PA AI founder; enterprise HR teams | Via Singapore Speaker Bureau |
7 | Tony Tan | B2B (enterprise AI) | AI, metaverse & cybersecurity strategy | Positive enterprise reviews; award-winning CEO | Imperium (Enterprise 50) | Via speaker bureaus |
8 | Aventis Learning Group Trainers | B2B corporate training | AI, data science, digital transformation workshops | Multi-award-winning provider; consistent 4.7+ ratings | 600+ courses; PMEs & corporates |
B2B vs B2C Focus – Quick Guide
B2B (Corporate / Enterprise) Best for: In-house workshops, leadership off-sites, team upskilling, AI governance & compliance. Top recommendations: Dr. Jerome Joseph, John Sanei, Tan Kwan Chet, Gavin Sim, Aventis, Nina Alag Suri. Typical outcomes: 30–60% productivity gains, structured AI adoption roadmaps, PDPA-compliant frameworks.
B2C (Individuals / Professionals) Best for: Career upskilling, entrepreneurs, career switchers, hands-on GenAI skills. Top recommendations: Gavin Sim, Vertical Institute, John Sanei (public keynotes). Typical outcomes: Practical prompt mastery, job-ready AI skills, SkillsFuture funding eligibility.
Real Reviews from Singapore Clients (2025–2026)
Gavin Sim: “Transformed how our entire leadership team uses AI daily. Extremely practical, no fluff.” (Google review)
Vertical Institute: “Best investment in 2025. Landed a new role within 2 months after the course.” (Alumni testimonial)
Dr. Jerome Joseph: “Delivered exactly what our C-suite needed – clear strategy linking AI to business outcomes.” (Corporate feedback)
John Sanei: “One of the most engaging futurists we’ve had. Teams are still talking about his session months later.” (Event organiser)
Pricing Overview (2026 Estimates)
Half-day keynote / workshop: S$8,000 – S$25,000
Full-day corporate training: S$15,000 – S$40,000
Multi-session B2B programme: S$50,000 – S$150,000+
Public / B2C bootcamps (e.g., Vertical Institute): S$1,650 (before 50–70% SkillsFuture subsidy → as low as S$198–S$973 nett)
Tips for Choosing the Right AI Trainer in Singapore
For regulated industries (finance, healthcare, government) → choose speakers with strong governance focus (Dr. Jerome Joseph, AI Singapore).
For practical, no-code to low-code skills → Gavin Sim or Vertical Institute.
Always request case studies, past client references, and a custom agenda.
Verify SkillsFuture / SSG funding eligibility for cost savings.
Singapore’s AI ecosystem is maturing fast — the right trainer can deliver measurable ROI in weeks, not years.
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