About Danilo McGarry
THE QUICK BIO
I’m a globally recognized AI expert, advisor, and keynote speaker, known for transforming organizations through AI-driven innovation, strategic growth, and digital transformation. With a proven record of elevating valuations by 5x and leading major initiatives at Fortune 500 companies, my mission is to drive real-world impact through AI solutions that tackle today’s most complex challenges.
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THE LONGER VERSION
Born in Latin America, I began my journey in a place untouched by technology, facing challenges that only deepened my drive. Moving between countries, adapting to new cultures, and overcoming language barriers, I discovered resilience early on and channeled adversity into motivation.
At 15, frequent moves due to my father’s work offered diverse experiences, eventually leading to a degree in business and technology from the University of Bath. Starting my career in banking, I quickly rose through companies like BNP Paribas and JP Morgan, ultimately joining RBC at a pivotal time during the 2008 financial crisis. Here, I introduced AI and automation strategies that played a key role in transforming RBC into a market leader and eventually earned one of the youngest directorships in the bank’s history.
My career evolved from finance to consulting, leading me to found an AI consultancy in Dubai and ultimately head AI programs at Citigroup and UnitedHealth Group, achieving impactful advancements in both sectors. Most recently, I helped a company grow its valuation from $900 million to $4.9 billion in just 4 years in an ultra intense and challenging Private Equity backdrop.
Throughout my journey, I remain committed to spreading practical AI knowledge worldwide, guiding organizations on how to use cutting-edge technology to address real business needs. Today, my insights reach millions through speaking engagements, publications, and advisory roles, aiming to empower others to realize AI’s true potential.
If I could achieve this without early access to technology or language fluency, I hope to inspire others to believe they can overcome any obstacle with focus and determination.
My life's mission
As one of the world's top 20 AI experts, I have the unique privilege of collaborating with global industry leaders and pioneering companies that are the driving forces behind our economies. This access also extends to cutting-edge research and technological innovations that only a select few are privy to. What I've observed is a staggering pace of technological advancement that promises to reshape our world in ways we can't yet fully comprehend. This seismic shift poses challenges, including the potential for widening social and economic inequalities until governments and societies adapt.
My life's work is dedicated to bridging this gap. Through my podcasts, social media channels, publications, and speaking engagements, I aim to democratize knowledge in the realms of AI, Generative AI, and General Artificial Intelligence. My goal is to empower as many people as possible with the understanding and tools they need to navigate this rapidly evolving landscape.
Those that have influenced me the most
My mother is my first and greatest source of inspiration. Raising me on her own for many years, her hustle and determination were nothing short of remarkable. She juggled multiple jobs, faced numerous challenges, yet always provided a loving and nurturing environment for me. Her relentless work ethic and unyielding spirit taught me the value of perseverance and hard work.
Later on a huge influence in my life has been my wife. Her journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. She migrated to another country with nothing to her name, overcoming countless obstacles to build a new life. Today, she is not only an astonishing mother and wife but also the person who makes me laugh the most. Her resilience, strength, and unwavering support have been my anchor, providing me with the encouragement and joy that fuels my daily pursuits. Marriage also teaches you so much, which is a journey I am grateful to be a student at with her.
My children have also profoundly shaped who I am. They have taught me invaluable lessons about compassion, sacrifice, and responsibility. The experience of bringing up another human being is both humbling and enlightening. It has shown me the depths of love and the importance of being a role model. Their innocent yet insightful perspectives continually remind me of the simple, yet powerful values in life.
Beyond these personal connections, I draw inspiration from everyone I encounter—from farmers I have met who work tirelessly to cultivate the land to world leaders who shape the course of history, who I have also been lucky to meet too. Each person’s story and struggle offer unique insights and lessons.
Inspiration is a universal gift, available to all of us if we remain open to it. My life is a testament to the fact that we can learn from everyone around us, and it is this diverse tapestry of influences that has shaped me into the person I am today.
Statistics
In value creation over 18 years achieved through pragmatic use of technologies such as Ai where I created new products & services.
Number of countries I have travelled and worked in, where I ended up living in 4 different countries throughout my career.
Number of keynote speeches delivered around the world, opening major technology events.
Every year I speak to over 200,000 people when I deliver keynote speeches around the world. Interacting with as many as I can, I love discussing how technology can make a real difference.