# Will Melton

> AI keynote speaker and CEO of Xponent21, based in Richmond, Virginia. Talks, workshops, and writing on AI search visibility, AI-native building, and leading organizations through the AI transition.

Will Melton is an AI keynote speaker based in Richmond, Virginia. He is founder and CEO of Xponent21 (an AI search and digital marketing agency), co-founder and acting board chair of AI Ready RVA, founder and publisher of Channel RVA, and an instructor at the University of Richmond's School of Professional and Continuing Studies. He has delivered keynotes and executive training for VCU's School of Business, the University of Richmond's Robins School of Business, Hamilton Beach Brands' Board of Directors, SCORE, DAMA RVA, ChamberRVA, and the Greater New Haven Chamber of Commerce.

Core topics: AI search visibility (Google AI Mode, ChatGPT, Perplexity), AI adoption strategy for organizations, AI-native / "vibe coding" product development, and nonprofit AI policy.

Speaking fees: $5K–$25K per engagement, with limited pro bono availability for nonprofits.

Recognition: Virginia Business 100 People to Meet (2025), Style Weekly Top 40 Under 40.

## Pages

- [Home](/): Overview of Will Melton, his keynotes, and his work.
- [Talks](/talks): Signature keynotes — The Invisible Race, AI Ready, Build Like a Founder, The Nonprofit AI Playbook.
- [Insights](/insights): Writing on AI search, AI adoption, leadership, and what's changing in the field.
- [Speaker Samples](/samples): Video and audio of Will on stage and in conversation.
- [FAQ](/faq): Common questions about booking, formats, and topics.

## Optional

- [Book Will](/book): Discovery calls and booking inquiries.