Award-winning novelist, tech entrepreneur, futurist and venture capitalist Ajay Chowdhury is the special guest speaker at this year's Literary Lunch, part of Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival.
The hugely successful entrepreneur, author and futurist will discuss his own remarkable journey and the future of technology, with a focus on AI and its potential impact on creativity, at the Literary Lunch at the Crown Hotel, in Harrogate, on Thursday, October 17.
Chowdhury has published four detective novels and a children’s book and was recognized as one of the top 100 BAME business leaders in the UK by The Sunday Times.
He has also co-founded or served as CEO of various companies, including Shazam (sold to Apple) and Seatwave (sold to Ticketmaster).
The Literary Lunch, in association with Yorkshire Life, has a rich history with past speakers including such popular figures as writer and broadcaster Susie Dent, author and former Labour MP Alan Johnson, and chef and TV presenter Rosemary Shrager.
Ajay Chowdhury said:
“I am excited to be the guest speaker at this year’s literary lunch and follow in the footsteps of so many well-known names.
"Harrogate is such a wonderful place and I’m really looking forward to enjoying the famous Yorkshire hospitality.”
Rachel Tunnicliffe, Senior Partner at Raworths Solicitors, said:
“This is our twelfth year of sponsoring the Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival and we are delighted that the supremely talented Ajay Chowdhury is the guest speaker at this year’s Literary Lunch.
“This Festival is a real celebration of brilliant authors and leading thinkers, and we are honoured to play our part in bringing such a prestigious event to our town.”
Sharon Canavar, Chief Executive of Harrogate International Festivals, said:
“The Literary Lunch is always a special occasion but we couldn’t host it without the incredible support of our sponsors, Raworths Solicitors, who have been our partner in this acclaimed event for over a decade and to whom we offer our gratitude and thanks.”
This year’s Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival features another stellar line-up, with special guests including former prime minister Theresa May, celebrated author Victoria Hislop, writer and comedian Adam Kay, and GP and bestselling author Dr Amir Khan.
The Literary Lunch is held at the Crown Hotel, Harrogate, on Thursday October 17 at 12pm.
Raworths Harrogate Literature Festival, The Crown Hotel, Harrogate, October 10-20.
For the full programme visit the Harrogate International Festivals website.
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