Marcus du Sautoy

Mathematician, Author and Oxford Professor Exploring Artificial Intelligence, Creativity & Human Decision Making

Marcus du Sautoy works at the intersection of mathematics, artificial intelligence and human creativity. His work focuses on how patterns, prediction and intelligent systems reshape the way organisations think, innovate and make decisions, with particular attention to what remains uniquely human in an age increasingly influenced by machines.

As Professor for the Public Understanding of Science at the University of Oxford, Marcus explores how AI is transforming creativity, problem-solving and strategic thinking across business and society. His perspective combines scientific rigour with accessibility, helping leadership audiences move beyond AI hype towards a deeper understanding of uncertainty, complexity and technological acceleration.

Drawing on his work as a bestselling author and broadcaster, Marcus challenges organisations to rethink innovation, judgement and competitive advantage in a world where machines are increasingly capable of prediction, analysis and creative output.

Signature Keynotes

  • What artificial intelligence reveals about creativity, originality and innovation

  • How patterns, prediction and probability shape leadership and strategy

  • Exploring creativity, imagination and judgement in an intelligent machine era

  • How mathematical thinking changes the way organisations solve problems

The du Sautoy Effect

When Marcus speaks, artificial intelligence and mathematics are reframed from technical subjects into powerful tools for understanding human behaviour, creativity and decision-making.

Audiences leave ready to:

• Understand the wider implications of AI beyond automation and efficiency
• Recognise how patterns and prediction influence decision-making
• Explore what human creativity means in an age of intelligent systems
• Think differently about uncertainty, complexity and innovation
• Connect scientific thinking to leadership and organisational strategy

Why Book Marcus

Marcus du Sautoy combines intellectual depth with genuine accessibility, bringing a perspective that resonates strongly with leadership audiences exploring AI, innovation and the future of human capability. His work connects particularly well with organisations looking for thoughtful, rigorous insight that challenges conventional thinking without becoming overly technical.

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