Speaking

I help organizations and industry leaders navigate the critical intersection of AI, compliance, and creativity, drawing from 15+ years leading Business Affairs at companies like Uber and a lifetime as a musician.

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The future belongs to leaders who can bridge these worlds.

Let me share frameworks and insights that matter.

Recent Engagements

Event poster for a discussion titled 'AI at the Crossroads: Creativity, Compliance, and Business Affairs' scheduled for September 3, 2025, at 9:00 AM PST / 12:00 PM EST. The poster features four speakers: Abbi Press, Scott Terry, Dustin Callif, and Anastasia Arten, with their titles and affiliations. Abbi Press is the Global Lead Business Affairs Manager, Creative at Uber. Scott Terry is the Director of Business Affairs at Forsman & Bodenfors New York. Dustin Callif is the President of Tool of North America. Anastasia Arten is the Associate Creative Director and Art Director at Amazon. The background has a colorful abstract design, and the event is presented by The Double Helix.

September 3

The Double Helix

Virtual Webinar

Panel displaying photos and names of five speakers for a discussion titled 'The Future of Creativity: AI, Art & the Human Touch'. From left to right: Ruoyun Dai, a young Asian woman, is the Creative Director at 2rt.studio; Branko Lukic, an older man with glasses, is a Creative Technologist and former Logitech AI Fellow; Rachel Paul, a smiling woman with short brown hair, hosts Creative Mornings SF; Abbi Press, a woman with long blonde hair, is Global Lead Business Affairs Manager, Creative at Uber; Enrique Lopez, a man with curly hair and a colorful background, is the moderator from Freepik.
Panel discussion at an event with five speakers seated on chairs in front of a screen displaying a presentation titled 'The Future of Creativity: AI, Art & the Human Touch'. Audience members are seated in front, some taking notes, with a woman speaking into a microphone.
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August 21

Freepik
San Francisco, CA

Promotional graphic for SheLeadsAI event featuring diverse women in colorful professional attire, scheduled for August 30, 2025 at 10 am Pacific on Zoom, focusing on the future of work in the AI era.

August 30

She Leads AI

Virtual Webinar

Key Topics

AI Ethics in Creative Industries

How do we harness artificial intelligence while protecting human creativity? I explore the practical challenges of implementing AI tools responsibly, balancing innovation with intellectual property protection, and ensuring human creators remain at the center.

Ideal for: Technology conferences, creative industry events, marketing summits

Building Compliance That Enables Innovation

Most people see compliance as a creativity killer. I show how thoughtful frameworks actually accelerate innovation. Drawing from years structuring deals for Super Bowl commercials and major campaigns, I share how constraints can become competitive advantages.

Ideal for: Business leadership conferences, legal/compliance events, corporate workshops

The Double Helix: Leading Through Dual Expertise

My career hasn't been a single ladder—it's been a double helix where corporate discipline and artistic intuition strengthen each other. I share how developing expertise in seemingly unrelated areas creates unique value and better leadership.

Ideal for: Leadership retreats, professional development, executive teams

The Future of Creative Work

We're at a historic inflection point where AI meets artistry. What does this mean for creative professionals, agencies, and the brands that depend on human creativity? I offer a roadmap for thriving in this new landscape.

Ideal for: Creative agencies, marketing teams, brand strategy sessions

What You Can Expect

Practical Frameworks: Not just theory—actionable approaches you can implement immediately

Real-World Examples: Stories from the trenches of major campaigns, tech implementations, and creative projects

Dual Perspective: Insights that only come from living in both the boardroom and the recording studio

Interactive Format: Engaging presentations that encourage dialogue and questions

Logistics

Availability: Virtual and in-person engagements
Location: Based in San Francisco, CA
Formats: Keynotes, panels, workshops, executive retreats
Duration: 30 minutes to full-day workshops

Let's Connect

Ready to explore how The Double Helix framework can add value to your event or organization?

I'll respond within 24 hours to discuss your event, audience, and how we can create the most value together.

Questions? Email me directly at abbipress@gmail.com