Maryam Banikarim

Maryam Banikarim

Keynote Speaker: Managing Director, Fortune Live Media: Most Powerful Women + Brainstorm Tech; Co-Founder, NYCNext and MaryamB

Maryam Banikarim Biography

Maryam Banikarim is the Managing Director of Fortune Live Media where she leads the media company’s Most Powerful Women and Brainstorm Tech global franchises. A distinguished C-suite executive and purpose-driven agent with more than 25 years of executive leadership experience, she develops and steers Fortune’s tentpole franchises that spotlight today’s most dynamic and influential leaders.

A sought after speaker, Banikarim captured national attention with her TED talk: “Life’s an obstacle course - here’s how to navigate it.” As a marketing professional, she created the award-winning WE❤️NYC campaign, and has led five major businesses (Nextdoor, Hyatt, Gannett, NBC Universal, Univision) through sweeping transformations.

Her community building took off during the pandemic when Banikarim turned her attention to driving civic participation in her hometown, New York City. She co-founded NYCNext, a volunteer army of 700 passionate New Yorkers that helped the city get through the depths of that time by working with award winning Broadway stars, TV personalities and musicians of all sorts to produce pop-up performances in the streets across the city, including “A Moment for Broadway" and an Emmy-winning video version of Billy Joel’s “NY State of Mind.” NYCNext is currently focused on The Longest Table, a free-to-all potluck that connects neighbors, builds community and spreads joy – building a movement that crosses the country.

As a sought-after speaker, Banikarim has delivered keynote speeches for a diverse range of clients such as Disney, The Points of Light Foundation, Ally Financial, Cognizant, and Ciena. She was also the Columbia Business School’s commencement speaker in 2021.

Her achievements have been recognized in industry lists such as Marketers that Matter's "Visionaries," New York Post's "50 Most Powerful Women in NYC," Fast Company's "Top 10 Disruptors" and Advertising Age's "Women to Watch." In addition to her professional accomplishments, Banikarim has received numerous honors recognizing her commitment to serving the broader community including the prestigious Ellis Island Medal and the Columbia Alumni Medal.

Banikarim holds degrees from Barnard College, where she now serves as a Board of Trustees member, Columbia Business School, and Columbia's School of International Affairs.

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Maryam Banikarim Videos

Life’s an Obstacle Course — Here’s How To Navigate It | TED
Maryam Banikarim - Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit
Columbia Business School Commencement Address 2021 with ...

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What topics does Maryam Banikarim speak about?

Maryam Banikarim is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Sales, Marketing, Business Leadership, Inspirational, Empowerment, Women in Business, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Consulting, Business Coaching, Leadership, Women, Women's History Month and TED.

Where does Maryam Banikarim travel from?

Maryam Banikarim generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Maryam Banikarim?

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Maryam Banikarim is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Business, Sales and Marketing. The estimated speaking fee range to book Maryam Banikarim for live events is $30,000 - $50,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Maryam Banikarim generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Dara Treseder, Alexandra Wilkis Wilson and Beverly Jackson. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Maryam Banikarim for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 24/10/2024.

Maryam Banikarim Videos

Life’s an Obstacle Course — Here’s How To Navigate It | TED
Maryam Banikarim - Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit
Columbia Business School Commencement Address 2021 with ...
Maryam Banikarim | CBS Leadership Speaker Series
Nextdoor's Maryam Banikarim joins #GaryVee on ...

Maryam Banikarim News

  • How do I book Maryam Banikarim to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Maryam Banikarim 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 Maryam Banikarim, 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 Maryam Banikarim or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Maryam Banikarim for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Maryam Banikarim, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Maryam Banikarim are $30,000 - $50,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Maryam Banikarim, 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 Maryam Banikarim speak about?

    Maryam Banikarim is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Business, Sales, Marketing, Business Leadership, Inspirational, Empowerment, Women in Business, Influential Women, Female Leadership, Consulting, Business Coaching, Leadership, Women, Women's History Month and TED.
  • Where does Maryam Banikarim travel from?

    Maryam Banikarim generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Maryam Banikarim?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Maryam Banikarim 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 Maryam Banikarim 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 Maryam Banikarim 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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