AI Keynote Speaker in Turkey — Ilker Ulubey

In 2025, I had the opportunity to meet İlker Ulubey when we were both invited speakers at the AI in Education Conference held at the University of Oxford. His innovative approach to artificial intelligence, language and visual storytelling immediately caught my attention.

Following our meeting, I invited İlker to deliver a full-day workshop for our MSc Marketing Science students at UCL School of Management. His session, “How to Turn Language into Video with AI,” was both inspiring and practical, equipping students with valuable skills they could apply immediately.

It was a great pleasure to collaborate with İlker. I wholeheartedly recommend him both as an educator and as a speaker.

I had the opportunity to meet İlker Ulubey in 2025 at the AI in Education at Oxford University conference at the University of Oxford, where we were both invited speakers. Since then, I have been deeply impressed by his creative vision, artistic design ability and command of contemporary media production.

İlker is one of those rare creative professionals who combines strong storytelling instincts with a sophisticated understanding of visual design, cinema and emerging artificial intelligence technologies. His work is not only technically impressive; it is also highly imaginative, compelling and emotionally powerful. He has an exceptional ability to transform an idea into a striking visual narrative, skilfully bringing together pacing, character, atmosphere, humour and cinematic quality.

Most recently, he created a fully AI-generated film trailer for his presentation at the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Academy within Newcastle Business School at the University of Newcastle. The result was exceptional: entertaining, highly refined, visually striking and close to the quality of a professional Hollywood production. What impressed me most, however, was the creative intention behind the work. İlker had a deep understanding of his audience, the context and the story he wanted to tell.

I will follow with great interest how İlker’s work develops in the future as a creative collaborator, media artist, filmmaker, presenter and visual storyteller.

I first met İlker Ulubey when we were both invited speakers at the 2025 AI in Education at Oxford University Conference. His presentation was engaging and thought-provoking, bringing artificial intelligence, education and storytelling together with clarity, creativity and a strong sense of purpose. I was particularly impressed by his ability to communicate complex ideas in an accessible and compelling way.

Since then, our professional connection has developed into a valued friendship shaped by mutual respect, meaningful intellectual exchange and a shared commitment to exploring responsible and innovative uses of AI in education.

With its close attention to technology, the Turkish National Paralympic Committee has also become an institution that invests in artificial intelligence, one of the forces reshaping the world.

Through our work with ProMedia Works AI, we have carried out pioneering collaborations across many areas of AI use.

From the world’s first Paralympic National Team anthem produced with artificial intelligence to promotional films created for our international events in the spirit of the times and attracting wide attention, we had the opportunity to experience today’s technologies first-hand.

ProMedia Works AI’s greatest contribution has been its proactive approach to following a technology landscape that now changes almost daily and integrating relevant developments into our committee. In a world where technology adoption and adaptation have become vital for institutions, the right collaboration model brings success with it.

I sincerely thank them for the support they have provided to our institution in digital marketing, social media management and artificial intelligence.

As part of the 3rd AI in Education Summit, Mr Ulubey delivered a highly productive workshop entitled “Not AI Education, but Education Transforms AI”, focusing our teachers on real classroom practice rather than theory alone. While sharing concrete examples of effective AI use in education, he also drew attention to the changing and evolving role of the teacher. We thank him for his valuable contribution and inspiring training.

At Turkticaret.Net, we had a productive and successful collaboration with ProMedia Works in our digital marketing and social media management processes. ProMedia Works correctly analysed our needs and added value through its strategic perspective, creative content approach and effective communication management.

Their professional approach, subject-matter expertise, rapid response and solution-oriented way of working enabled us to deliver successful projects that supported our objectives. We thank İlker Ulubey, Cengizhan Çelik and the ProMedia Works team for their contribution to this collaboration.

I have had the opportunity to share a stage with İlker Ulubey as a speaker and also to work with him on the curation of a TEDx event. He is a knowledgeable expert with strong communication skills who closely follows global developments in artificial intelligence.

İlker Ulubey took part as a speaker in the talk titled “Artificial Intelligence and Its Transformative Impact” held at Doğuş University. He shared with our students a comprehensive perspective on the effects of artificial intelligence on today’s world and the future. Enriched with examples from culture and the arts and real-life stories, his presentation conveyed both AI technology and its impact on business, education and social transformation in a creative and engaging way.

He offered important assessments of the threats and opportunities presented by artificial intelligence, as well as the transformation processes ahead. We sincerely thank him for this valuable talk, which inspired our students and broadened their vision. We wish him continued success.

We had the opportunity to meet İlker Ulubey at the Future Cities Summit held at our university. Accepting our invitation, he joined the summit and addressed the transformative role of artificial intelligence in urban planning and architectural processes in his presentation, “The Transformation of Artificial Intelligence”.

By highlighting how data-driven decision-making processes shape the future of cities, the presentation was highly inspiring for both our academics and students. It stood out for his command of the subject, curiosity-provoking delivery and attention to original issues that are rarely discussed.

We also sincerely thank him for honouring us by joining voluntarily despite his demanding international schedule.

I sincerely thank İlker Ulubey for joining us as a speaker at our workshop hosted by Cağaloğlu Anatolian High School under the theme “Tomorrow Begins Today”.

It was extremely valuable to us that he reorganised his demanding schedule around his international plans, accepted our invitation and devoted his time to our students and teachers.

Through the knowledge, experience and inspiring perspective he shared, he not only informed our participants but also gave them greater courage to think, question and create for the future.

“Education is not merely the transfer of knowledge; it is opening horizons and inspiring people.” I thank him wholeheartedly for making this understanding so tangible during our workshop and wish him continued success.

Tomorrow begins today; the future is built by people who think, create and share together.

At Atayurt Schools, our collaboration with ProMedia Works and İlker Ulubey created significant value in the work we carried out to support AI transformation in education.

From teacher training, student conferences and workshops to parent seminars and our AI Applications in Education Protocol, we approached artificial intelligence not merely as a technology but as a strategic force capable of carrying our educational approach into the future.

We thank İlker Ulubey, Cengizhan Çelik and the ProMedia Works team for contributing their knowledge, experience and vision throughout this journey.

Meeting İlker was quite unusual. It turned out that we had known of each other for years, yet our paths had never crossed. We first worked together on one of the earliest music videos produced with artificial intelligence. Everything was very new to me and genuinely astonishing.

Seeing every movement I imagined instantly rendered as though it were real amazed me.

I could dance without dancing; I could see every outfit I chose on myself. People could accompany me, laugh and sing my song.

I was in a playground, and I had a great deal of fun.

Would I work with İlker and ProMedia Works again? Absolutely. On our next project, I would like us to bring together the creative possibilities offered by artificial intelligence with live-action filming, in a new experience where I am personally involved in the production.

Thank you, İlker. Thank you, ProMedia Works.

My wonderful playmates…

İlker is one of the most innovative people I know. While many are now trying to keep pace with the rise of artificial intelligence, he was explaining its characteristics and emerging form long before the concept entered the mainstream, offering important perspectives on how it could be used across different fields. He combines developing technology exceptionally well and provides guidance not only to businesses but also to senior leaders shaping organisational and governance structures. Invited to speak at some of the world’s leading universities, he stands out as one of Türkiye’s prominent experts. Every moment of working with him offers an opportunity to learn, encounter a global perspective and see individual methodology combined with powerful dynamics. If you are waiting for change itself to change, you only need to knock on İlker’s door.

Working with ProMedia Works provided a professional and solution-oriented experience beyond our expectations. İlker Ulubey and his team became a trusted partner through rapid communication and high-quality delivery at every stage. At Masqot, we believe we will deliver many more successful projects together.

We sincerely thank you for being with us at the first TEDxYouth event we organised. Throughout the process, you contributed not only through your talk but also through your thoughtful communication before and after the event, your sincere approach and your support. The perspective you offered our young people and the support you provided to our team made our first experience much more meaningful and powerful.

We follow your work in artificial intelligence closely and believe that the visionary perspective you create in this field will continue to inspire wider audiences. We sincerely hope to meet again through new projects and collaborations.

It was a great pleasure to host you. We are very glad you were with us.

I had the opportunity to work with Mr Ulubey during the curation of a TEDx organisation. His professionalism in managing the process, strategic approach and deep command of the subject made an important contribution to the event’s success. Through the innovative projects he has delivered in artificial intelligence and his work at an international level, he has earned a respected position not only in Türkiye but globally and is an important expert who adds genuine value to his field.

The workshop I attended as part of the 3rd AI in Education Summit 2026 was not simply a session introducing new tools; it was a valuable experience that reminded us of the essence of teaching.

Your powerful and concrete example showed that artificial intelligence can be a strong supporter in education but can never replace the teacher. It reminded me that the real difference is created not only by a teacher’s knowledge and competence, but also by the trust, care and emotional bond established with students.

As an educator who is interested in technology and actively uses AI in education, I found this perspective especially valuable. What matters is not placing AI ahead of teaching, but using it as a strong companion that improves the quality of our teaching.

Thank you sincerely for sharing your knowledge, experience and this valuable perspective. Your inspiring workshop will remain in my memory for a long time.

What impressed me most in our work with İlker Ulubey and his team was their disciplined, innovative and deeply informed approach, consistently focused on producing high-value outcomes.

During the Artificial Intelligence Film Festival we delivered together, their critical interventions, creative solutions at the right moments and sense of ownership became important parts of the project’s success. Their contribution to reaching broader audiences through our training programmes and seminars was equally valuable.

Beyond all of this, İlker’s sincere, open and reassuring communication makes collaboration much more enjoyable and productive. I believe motivation rises naturally in environments built on trust and strong communication, and I experienced this in every project we undertook together.

I sincerely thank him and his team for their results-oriented approach, problem-solving ability and professionalism, and I hope we deliver many more strong projects together.

It was a great pleasure to meet İlker Ulubey, whose visionary work in artificial intelligence, digital transformation and education is truly inspiring, and to be part of the same TEDx event. I value the contribution he makes to education and technology through his knowledge, productivity and future-oriented perspective, and wish him continued success.

Working with ProMedia Works and Mr İlker during the TEDxSapanca organisation was a very positive experience for us. Their professional approach, solution-oriented attitude and energy made every stage of the process easier. I am delighted that we created an inspiring project together; they are an excellent team you can work with in complete confidence.

I had the opportunity to work with İlker Ulubey at our TEDx Bingöl University event. He shared his knowledge and experience in artificial intelligence with participants in an engaging and accessible way. Both his presentation and his sincere, professional communication added significant value to our event. He is someone I was pleased to work with and whose work I continue to follow with interest. I thank İlker Ulubey for his valuable contribution.

In our work with ProMedia Works, their solution-oriented approach, rapid communication and professional support at every stage enabled us to conduct a highly productive collaboration. I thank them for understanding our needs correctly, adding value to our projects and being a reliable and creative team.

I had the opportunity to work with İlker Ulubey and his team on digital marketing and social media management while serving at previous institutions. Their creative perspective, strategic approach and care for their work enabled us to deliver many successful projects together.

Today, I follow their work in artificial intelligence with great interest. Their continuous development, ability to adapt rapidly to change and success in turning that change into projects that create value for clients are genuinely admirable.

With their passion for their work, professional approach and trustworthy communication, I believe they will deliver many more successful projects and wish them continued success.

As the Haliç University Management Information Systems Club, it was a privilege to host Mr İlker as a speaker at the fifth edition of our annual Information and Innovation Summit. Through a highly dynamic presentation supported by audio and video materials, he showed how artificial intelligence is transforming our lives across business, education, media and the professions of the future. Including us in an AI-generated video at the end of the presentation was an especially thoughtful detail. His approach throughout the preparation process was highly supportive, and his energy, sincerity and style on stage made this the summit’s most closely followed and widely discussed session.

We sincerely thank Mr İlker and the ProMedia Works family for the valuable vision they shared, their inspiring stance towards young people and their unforgettable contribution to our event.

I am very pleased to have worked with ProMedia Works for nearly five years. From the earliest stage of establishing my brand, I received professional, meticulous and solution-oriented support for my logo, corporate identity, website and every step of my digital brand journey.

What impressed me most was not only the quality of the work, but also the team’s consistent availability and rapid response whenever I needed support. They always produced a solution quickly and never allowed my work to be disrupted, giving me the confidence to focus on my business.

ProMedia Works has become more than a service provider; it is a trusted partner in my brand’s growth journey. I can confidently say that they work with care, exceed expectations through creative thinking and genuinely prioritise client satisfaction.

Their contribution has been substantial in building a strong identity for my brand and representing it professionally. Maintaining the same quality, discipline and sincerity over many years is the clearest sign that I chose the right team.

I sincerely thank the entire ProMedia Works team for their effort, dedication and professionalism. I recommend them wholeheartedly to anyone looking for a reliable, creative, fast and highly capable team.