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Marie Roker-Jones

Marie Roker-Jones

Connecting AI, Culture, and Curiosity to Build Game-Changing Communities

New York City, New York, United States

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Curiosity is my superpower.

I help founders, executives, and entrepreneurs uncover unseen opportunities before the market catches up. I turn curiosity into a business advantage, helping companies build strategies, products, and communities that don’t just compete but define new spaces entirely.

As a 2x founder and military spouse, I’ve raised over $2M, collaborated with organizations like Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Foundation and LVMH’s La Maison des Startups, and scaled inclusive communities to over 25K members.
I am the Women in AI Lead for AI2030, where I champion equitable and ethical approaches to artificial intelligence.

Curiosity is the single most underrated growth strategy in business. AI, Web3, and scaling won’t succeed without leaders who ask the right questions before rushing to answers.

Curiosity as a Service™ (CaaS) is my framework to help companies break free from predictable thinking and unlock new opportunities before their competitors do.

Through CaaS, my clients become proactive, shaping the future instead of responding to it.

They unlock entirely new revenue streams and build communities that shift industries.

They don’t ask, "What’s possible?" They ask, “What’s missing?" and then they build it.

Signature Talks & Workshops

The Curiosity Edge: How to Stay Ahead in an AI-Powered World
Learn how curiosity drives innovation, growth, and resilience in a rapidly changing world.

AI That Feels Human: How to Leverage AI Without Losing Your Soul
Most businesses are losing their unique edge in the rush to integrate AI. This keynote reveals how to use AI to drive new revenue, deeper customer relationships, and long-term trust without becoming a carbon copy of everyone else.

The Curiosity Code: How to Think Like a Founder and Scale Like a Community

Some businesses grow fast, and others last. The secret? Curiosity and community. This talk explores how modern brands are built through conversation, trust, and shared curiosity, not just traditional marketing.

Blue Ocean AI: How to Create Untapped Markets Instead of Fighting for Attention
Most leaders default to efficiency thinking, which kills innovation. This keynote introduces Curiosity as a Service™ and shows how companies can use better questions to drive better business outcomes.
AI isn’t just about efficiency. It’s about creating something no one can compete with.

Curious Queens: How Women Entrepreneurs Can Scale Boldly with AI and Strategy
Women-led businesses are one of the biggest untapped growth opportunities in the economy. This talk shows female founders how to scale strategically on their terms.

I don’t teach the obvious. I offer original, thought-provoking strategies that make people rethink what’s possible.

I’ve done this work myself. I don’t just talk about AI, innovation, and strategy. I’ve built businesses, led teams, and helped founders secure funding and scale.

Area of Expertise

  • Business & Management

Topics

  • AI
  • social impact
  • Curiosity
  • social innovation
  • Innovation Strategy
  • Artifical Intelligence
  • Culture & Collaboration
  • Community Building
  • Business strategy
  • Pivoting
  • Social Isolation
  • Employee Happiness
  • employee retention
  • Employee Engagement and Productivity
  • Employee experience
  • Inclusion & Belonging
  • company culture
  • Change Management
  • Women in Leadership
  • Inclusive Leadership

From Tech Expert to Strategic Leader: Rethink How You Lead

Most IT professionals are great at solving problems and rolling out new features. But being a strategic leader means thinking beyond quick fixes and running systems smoothly. It’s about building solutions that make sense for the long haul.
The real challenge is shifting your mindset from managing tasks to driving strategy. It means asking more thoughtful questions, making intentional choices, and guiding your team to think beyond the daily grind.

This session will explain how to move from a tech expert to a strategic leader. You’ll learn how to build a culture that encourages curiosity and critical thinking and how to make decisions that connect today’s work to long-term goals.
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Marie Roker-Jones

Connecting AI, Culture, and Curiosity to Build Game-Changing Communities

New York City, New York, United States

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