Manisha Thakor

Manisha Thakor

Keynote Speaker: Founder of MoneyZen, Women’s Financial Literacy Advocate, Personal Finance Author

Manisha Thakor Biography

Manisha Thakor (MBA, CFA, CFP) is the founder of the financial wellbeing consultancy, MoneyZen, and the Women’s Financial Literacy Initiative. With over 25 years of experience in finance, Thakor offers keynote speaking, brand ambassadorship, and corporate consulting. She is a recognized expert in personal finance, particularly focusing on women's financial empowerment.

Thakor's approach, known as “MoneyZen,” promotes a joy-based method to help individuals gain a calm, confident, and clear understanding of the role money plays in their lives, aligning financial strategies with their deepest values. As an author, she has co-written two critically acclaimed books, "ON MY OWN TWO FEET: a modern girl’s guide to personal finance" and "GET FINANCIALLY NAKED: how to talk money with your honey," which guide young women in managing their finances.

Currently based in Santa Fe, NM, Thakor is a renowned speaker and media commentator, frequently appearing on platforms such as CNN, CNBC, PBS’ Nightly Business Report, NPR, and The Rachael Ray Show. Her financial literacy advocacy has been highlighted in The New York Times, Reuters, and other prominent publications. Additionally, Thakor teaches an online personal finance class titled “Money Rules” at Sympoz.com and serves as a Financial Fellow at Wellesley College.

Thakor earned her MBA from Harvard Business School and her BA from Wellesley College. She holds the distinction of being a CFA charterholder and a CFP® practitioner. Her extensive background includes managing a $6 billion money management business and spending 15 years in various roles within the financial services industry, including as an analyst, portfolio manager, and client relations executive. Thakor's speaking topics often cover finance and women’s roles in business, demonstrating her commitment to enhancing financial literacy and empowerment.

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Manisha Thakor Videos

Covid-19 Era - Tips and Tools to Find Financial Freedom and Footing
Manisha Thakor | Be Money Wise and Get Paid What You Deserve
Manisha Thakor's Speaking Reel - Personal Finance Expert for ...

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What topics does Manisha Thakor speak about?

Manisha Thakor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health, Women, Empowerment, Finance, Personal Growth, Authors, Business Leadership, Business Coaching, Business, Women's Rights, Literary and Motivational.

Where does Manisha Thakor travel from?

Manisha Thakor generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

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Manisha Thakor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Health, Women and Empowerment. The estimated speaking fee range to book Manisha Thakor for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Manisha Thakor generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jean Chatzky, Terry Savage and Bola Sokunbi. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Manisha Thakor for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 04/11/2024.

Manisha Thakor Videos

Covid-19 Era - Tips and Tools to Find Financial Freedom and Footing
Manisha Thakor | Be Money Wise and Get Paid What You Deserve
Manisha Thakor's Speaking Reel - Personal Finance Expert for ...
Meet Author Manisha Thakor - YouTube

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  • How do I book Manisha Thakor to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Manisha Thakor for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Manisha Thakor, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Manisha Thakor or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Manisha Thakor for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Manisha Thakor, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Manisha Thakor are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Manisha Thakor, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Manisha Thakor speak about?

    Manisha Thakor is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health, Women, Empowerment, Finance, Personal Growth, Authors, Business Leadership, Business Coaching, Business, Women's Rights, Literary and Motivational.
  • Where does Manisha Thakor travel from?

    Manisha Thakor generally travels from Portland, OR, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Manisha Thakor?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Manisha Thakor for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Manisha Thakor for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Manisha Thakor or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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