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Bio

Shama Hyder is a visionary strategist for the digital age, a web and TV personality, a bestselling
author, and the award-winning CEO of Zen Media – a global marketing and digital PR firm.
She has been named the “Zen Master of Marketing” by Entrepreneur Magazine and the
“Millennial Master of the Universe” by FastCompany.com. Shama has also been honored at
both the White House and The United Nations as one of the top 100 young entrepreneurs in the
country.

Shama is the bestselling author of The Zen of Social Media Marketing, now in its 4th edition
and Momentum: How to Propel Your Marketing and Transform Your Brand in the Digital Age. An
acclaimed keynote speaker, Shama has delivered keynotes in over 20 countries and spoken for
recognized brands including Movado, Prudential, Chase, Tupperware, and Inc 5000.

Keynote Topics

Keynote #1 : Leadership in the Age of AI: The New Rules for Influence & Innovation

In an era where AI is reshaping every aspect of business, the difference between success and stagnation lies in how leaders leverage this technology. Drawing from her experience founding and scaling Zen Media into a global B2B powerhouse, and working with brands like Chase, US Navy, Forbes, and McKinsey, Shama Hyder reveals the new leadership playbook for an AI-powered world.

Through real-world case studies and actionable frameworks, Shama shows how organizations across industries are turning AI from a buzzword into a business advantage. Drawing from her work with leaders in manufacturing, healthcare, technology, retail, and financial services, she delivers battle-tested strategies that work in today’s rapidly evolving business landscape.

Key Takeaways:

1. AI-Driven Leadership: How to integrate AI to enhance decision-making and team performance, based on real implementations with Fortune 500 clients

2. The Influence Shift: Master the New Rules of Influence to build trust and credibility in an AI-enhanced world

3. The Human-AI Collaboration Model: Create high-performing teams that blend human creativity with AI-powered efficiency

4. Strategic Adaptability: Implement proven frameworks for future-proofing your influence in an AI-forward world

Who This is For: Senior executives, business leaders, and decision-makers looking to harness AI as a strategic advantage—without losing the human touch that drives real results.

Why Book This Talk?

Unlike theoretical AI experts, Shama delivers insights from the trenches of building and scaling businesses. Her unique perspective as a founder, CEO, and advisor to major brands provides practical strategies that leaders can implement immediately. Named one of the “Top 100 Entrepreneurs in North America” by the White House and United Nations, Shama brings a proven track record of turning technological disruption into business advantage.

Keynote #2 : The New Customer Code: AI, Influence & the Future of Sales & Loyalty

The traditional customer journey is dead. Through her work with B2B giants and growing enterprises, founder and CEO Shama Hyder has identified a new code for customer engagement—one that reflects how decisions are really made in today’s AI-driven, digitally-connected world. Drawing from case studies and actionable frameworks, Shama shares insider knowledge on how leading brands are revolutionizing their approach to sales and customer loyalty.

Key Takeaways:

1. AI-Driven Sales & Marketing: Implementation strategies that have helped B2B companies reduce sales cycles by up to 40%

2. The New Rules of Influence: Master the dark social channels where 80% of B2B decisions now happen

3. Customer Retention in an AI Era: Proven frameworks for personalizing experiences at scale

4. The 3C Framework: Transform your organization into a Creator, Curator, and Connector that naturally attracts high-value customers

Who This is For: B2B leaders, executives, sales teams, and marketing professionals looking to drive predictable growth in an unpredictable digital landscape.

Why Book This Talk?

Shama brings real-world experience from the frontlines of B2B sales and marketing. Her strategies have helped companies like Cox Communications increase customer acquisition by 35% and improved lead quality for Fortune 500 brands. As both a practitioner and trusted advisor to major brands, Shama delivers actionable insights that drive immediate results.

Keynote #3 : The Future of Teams: Leading, Collaborating & Thriving in an AI-Driven World

From bootstrapping a company with $1,500 to building a global team that serves Fortune 500 clients, Shama Hyder knows firsthand how to build high-performing teams in rapidly changing environments. As an immigrant founder who has successfully navigated cultural, generational, and technological transitions, Shama shares practical strategies for turning workforce diversity into your biggest competitive advantage.

Through case studies from her work with NASA, Yale, Marriott, and other leading organizations, Shama reveals how to build teams that are both tech-savvy and deeply human.

Key Takeaways:

1. AI-Enhanced Collaboration: Practical frameworks that have helped companies increase team productivity by 30%

2. Multi-Generational Leadership: Proven strategies for engaging five generations of talent, based on implementations with Fortune 500 clients

3. Collective Advantage: How to turn diverse perspectives into breakthrough solutions

4. Future-Proofing Teams: Build adaptable, resilient teams that thrive on change

Who This is For: Business leaders, executives, team managers, and HR professionals looking to build future-ready teams that deliver results.

Why Book This Talk?

Unlike theoretical discussions about the future of work, Shama brings practical experience building and leading diverse teams in fast-growing organizations. Named one of the “Top 100 Entrepreneurs in North America” by the White House and United Nations, she provides battle-tested strategies for turning workforce challenges into competitive advantages.

Call or text Neal at (720) 498 -3275 or email neal@infinitespeakers.com to place a calendar hold for Shama or book her today for your upcoming event.