Andrew Ayres is a technology strategist, AI governance expert and senior transformation leader best known for his work with Hewlett-Packard Enterprise (HPE). As Master Strategist for the UK and Ireland at HPE, Andrew advises organisations on artificial intelligence, digital transformation and the governance of emerging technologies. He is hired as a speaker for his ability to translate complex technological change into practical strategic insight for business and public sector leaders.
Andrew began his academic journey with a BSc in Biological Sciences from the University of London before earning an MBA with Distinction from Manchester Business School. His early career was developed at Gartner Inc., where he served as Senior Manager, advising clients across the Arabian Gulf and the UK public sector. Through this work, he gained extensive experience supporting organisations navigating technological change, enterprise strategy and operational transformation.
Building on this expertise, Andrew later led strategic advisory and professional services teams at Micro Focus, now OpenText, serving as Principal of Professional Services. In 2021, he joined Hewlett-Packard Enterprise as a Senior Specialist of Technology and Transformation before progressing to Master Strategist for the UK and Ireland. Alongside his corporate leadership roles, he became a Discussion Leader at the Customer Innovation Centre in London, advising CIOs and policymakers on AI governance, autonomous systems and responsible innovation.
Andrew is also a Member of the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence and has completed PhD studies at Manchester Metropolitan University. His forthcoming book, The Agentic Edge: Governing in the Age of Autonomous Systems, explores the future of AI governance and leadership in increasingly automated environments. As a speaker, Andrew combines strategic foresight with practical experience, helping organisations understand how to govern, adopt and scale AI responsibly while remaining competitive in rapidly evolving markets.
