Shama Hyder
Shama Hyder is the founder and CEO of Zen Media, bestselling author, and globally respected keynote speaker. Named a Top Voice by LinkedIn and honoured at the White House, she has helped brands like NASA, Toyota, and Disney master the digital age. Known for turning current insights into lasting results, Shama combines clarity with action to help organisations thrive in an ever changing world. She is a Henry Crown Fellow and a consistent voice shaping the future of marketing and business.Biography
Shama Hyder is a globally recognised strategist and trailblazer in digital transformation, AI integration, and marketing innovation. As the founder and CEO of Zen Media, one of the leading B2B marketing and PR firms in the United States, she has helped countless leaders and organisations navigate the evolving demands of a digital first world. Known for her ability to bridge what is happening now with what comes next, Shama delivers practical strategies with visionary clarity.
Her influence is grounded in more than theory. Shama brings years of hands on experience as an early pioneer in the world of social media. She has spoken on stages in over 24 countries and has delivered keynote addresses for some of the world’s most recognised brands, including NASA, Toyota, Mastercard, Disney, and Yale. Her real world insights have also been sought after by the United Nations and the White House, where she was honoured 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 fourth edition, and Momentum: How to Propel Your Marketing and Transform Your Brand in the Digital Age. Her reputation as a thought leader continues to grow. Entrepreneur Magazine named her the Zen Master of Marketing, and Fast Company dubbed her the Millennial Master of the Universe. In addition to these accolades, she was named LinkedIn Top Voice in Marketing and Social Media four years in a row and received the Technology Titan Emerging Company CEO Award.
Shama is also an active Henry Crown Fellow within the Aspen Global Leadership Network at the Aspen Institute, where she contributes to shaping the future of ethical leadership. Her insights have been featured widely in the media, including NPR, MSNBC, Fox Business, Bloomberg, and Inc.
Shama’s approach strips away the noise and complexity surrounding digital transformation, offering a simple yet powerful philosophy: act decisively on what is already within reach. Her work empowers leaders to find relevance and return on investment in the now, not just in the future.
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Shama has delivered keynotes across 24 countries to a wide range of audiences, including Fortune 500 companies, government organisations, universities, and professional associations. Her presentations are tailored to executives, marketers, entrepreneurs, and decision makers looking to stay ahead of the digital curve.
Shama speaks on digital transformation, marketing innovation, artificial intelligence, generational shifts, and leadership. Her focus is on helping leaders and organisations connect what is happening now to what is coming next, using clear and actionable strategies.
Shama offers a rare blend of strategic vision and practical insights. As a pioneer in social media and digital marketing, she shares real world experience and frameworks that help audiences take immediate action. Her "Zen way" simplifies complex digital challenges and empowers attendees to recognise and act on present day opportunities.
Shama has delivered keynotes for some of the most recognised global organisations, including NASA, Yale, Movado, Marriott, Chase, Toyota, Mastercard, and Disney.