Curtis Carmichael

Curtis Carmichael is a Responsible AI, STEM, and Future of Education speaker that equips schools and organizations with the knowledge and tools to prepare for the future of education. As one of the most sought-after professional speakers on the future of education, Responsible AI, and STEM & STEAM education Curtis is the bestselling author and inventor of the world’s first augmented reality memoir Butterflies in the Trenches. After sacrificing a pro football career opportunity, Curtis cycled across Canada raising in 60 days for an underfunded after-school program in the impoverished public housing communities. He was named on the 2023 Forbes Top 30 Under 30 list for his achievements in the Education sector for the strong international reputation he has built as a dedicated advocate for ensuring all communities have the financial, entrepreneurial, AI, and STEM skills to thrive and prepare for the future workforce. By day, he serves as the Co-founder and CEO of an AI company specializing in developing user-friendly instructional tools for K12 teachers to automate their planning, scheduling, and teaching process. These tools effortlessly guide students who are several grade levels behind to catch up while encouraging those already at grade level to progress further. By night, he's the founder of Source Code Academy Canada, the nation's pioneering futurist academy dedicated to empowering underestimated and under-resourced children, youth, and teachers for the future workforce. Curtis is currently pursuing a PhD in Education at Hampton University and previously obtained his Bachelor of Education in Elementary Teaching and Master of Education in K-12 Education from Ontario Tech University with a focus on STEAM education, Responsible AI, social justice, and social entrepreneurship. He also holds a Bachelor of Physical and Health Education from Queen’s University where he played football on an academic and athletic scholarship.