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Founder of Away | Author and Entrepreneur | Speaker on Business and Innovation

Anjali Kumar Speaking Fee: $10,000 to $20,000

Founder of Away | Author and Entrepreneur | Speaker on Business and Innovation

Speaker Profile Thumbnail for Anjali Kumar
Speaking Fee:
$10,000 to $20,000

Travels From:
PDX - Portland, OR

Primary Topic Category:
Business & Entrepreneurship

Secondary Topic Category:
Technology

 

Anjali Kumar Speaker Profile: At A Glance

Anjali Kumar is a Brooklyn-born, first-generation Indian American author, advisor, attorney, and keynote speaker. She is known for her roles as the Founding General Counsel and Head of Social Innovation at Warby Parker and her tenure as a Senior Counsel at Google. Kumar's notable work includes her TED Talk "My Failed Mission to Find God—And What I Found Instead," which has been viewed by millions. She is an adjunct professor at Columbia Business School and Fordham University and serves on the board of various organizations including Happy Money and Women’s World Banking.

Anjali Kumar is a multifaceted professional whose career spans law, business innovation, and social impact. As the Founding General Counsel and Head of Social Innovation at Warby Parker, Kumar helped steer the company towards becoming a socially conscious business leader. Prior to this, she held a significant role at Google as a Senior Counsel, where she managed projects for Google X and YouTube and hosted the @Google Speaker Series, featuring prominent thought leaders like Anthony Bourdain and Questlove. Kumar's journey in public speaking is marked by her engaging and insightful TED Talk, "My Failed Mission to Find God—And What I Found Instead," based on her book "Stalking God." This talk, viewed by millions and translated into numerous languages, encapsulates her search for spiritual understanding and highlights her ability to blend humor with deep introspection. Her contributions to the fields of innovation and diversity are profound, advocating for non-absolutism and the creative benefits of diverse work environments. In addition to her speaking engagements, Kumar has taught as an adjunct professor at Columbia Business School and Fordham University. She advises various tech companies, luxury brands, and non-profits, including the Malala Fund and IDEO.org. Her current roles include serving on the boards of Happy Money, IFundWomen, and Women's World Banking, where she continues to influence and drive change towards inclusive and innovative business practices.
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