Shivani Siroya

Shivani Siroya

Keynote Speaker: Founder & CEO of Tala, Financial Inclusion Innovator, Global Health Advocate

Shivani Siroya Biography

Shivani Siroya is the founder and CEO of Tala, a mobile technology company providing sophisticated credit scoring and financial tools globally. Under her leadership, Tala has delivered more than $150M in credit through its app, which utilizes alternative data to furnish instant credit and aid customers in constructing their financial identities. Notably, the company, formerly known as InVenture, is expanding its reach into Latin America and Southeast Asia after establishing a strong presence in East Africa and the Philippines. Tala has attracted backing from prominent investors such as IVP, Ribbit Capital, Lowercase Capital, Data Collective, and Collaborative Fund. It has been recognized by various prestigious platforms including USAID, TED, Economist Vodafone, Bloomberg, and Forbes for its groundbreaking work. Tala operates from its headquarters in Santa Monica with additional offices in Nairobi and Manila.

Beyond her corporate achievements, Siroya has an extensive background in global health, microfinance, and investment banking. Prior to founding Tala, she engaged in health costing at the United Nations Population Fund and held positions in Mergers & Acquisitions at Health Net and Citigroup. She enriches her financial expertise with insightful contributions as a blogger for the Huffington Post and holds a role on the board of the LA Chapter of Young Women Social Entrepreneurs. Siroya's leadership and innovation have earned her numerous fellowships including the Ashoka Fellow 2013, TED Fellow 2013, Echoing Green Fellow 2011, and Unreasonable Institute Fellow 2011. She is an Aspen Institute Finance Leader Fellow, a WEF Young Global Leader, Senior TED Fellow, and a member of the board of Stellar.org.

Siroya's academic credentials include a Master of Public Health (M.P.H) from Columbia University and a Bachelor of Arts (B.A) from Wesleyan University, underscoring her well-rounded expertise and commitment to both financial inclusion and health. Her multifaceted career and leadership roles highlight her dedication to leveraging technology to foster financial inclusion and empower underserved populations worldwide.

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Shivani Siroya Videos

Founder Spotlight: Tala's Shivani Siroya | Disrupt NY 2017 - YouTube
Visibility as a Super Power | Shivani Siroya | TEDxVictoria - YouTube
InVenture's Shivani Siroya: Your Identity will be Your Credit Score ...

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What topics does Shivani Siroya speak about?

Shivani Siroya is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Women in Business, Female Leadership, Innovation, Creativity, Diversity & Inclusion, Technology, Futurism, Computer Science, Overcoming Adversity, Family & Parenting, Economy, Women in Tech and Culture.

Where does Shivani Siroya travel from?

Shivani Siroya generally travels from Santa Monica, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Shivani Siroya?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Shivani Siroya 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 Shivani Siroya for your next private or corporate function.

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Shivani Siroya is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Women in Business, Female Leadership and Innovation. The estimated speaking fee range to book Shivani Siroya for live events is $10,000 - $20,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Shivani Siroya generally travels from Santa Monica, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Ayesha Khanna, Sharon Gai and Helen Greiner. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Shivani Siroya for an upcoming event.

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

Shivani Siroya Videos

Founder Spotlight: Tala's Shivani Siroya | Disrupt NY 2017 - YouTube
Visibility as a Super Power | Shivani Siroya | TEDxVictoria - YouTube
InVenture's Shivani Siroya: Your Identity will be Your Credit Score ...
Shivani Siroya: A smart loan for people with no credit history (yet)
  • How do I book Shivani Siroya to speak at my event?

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

    Speaking fees for Shivani Siroya, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is $10,000 - $20,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Shivani Siroya, 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 Shivani Siroya speak about?

    Shivani Siroya is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Women in Business, Female Leadership, Innovation, Creativity, Diversity & Inclusion, Technology, Futurism, Computer Science, Overcoming Adversity, Family & Parenting, Economy, Women in Tech and Culture.
  • Where does Shivani Siroya travel from?

    Shivani Siroya generally travels from Santa Monica, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Shivani Siroya?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Shivani Siroya 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 Shivani Siroya 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 Shivani Siroya 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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