Applied AI
Practical AI implementation with the 3-P Model. Monday-morning frameworks your team can act on immediately.
Washington DC, DC
Keynote Speaker Washington DC
Shama Hyder has delivered keynotes for EMAAR and SEMA and was named to the 2026 TIME100 Creators Leaders category. She speaks on Applied AI, Strategic Urgency, customer loyalty, and leading through disruption.
About Shama in Washington DC
Bringing practical keynotes to Washington DC
Washington DC events bring together government, association, corporate, and nonprofit audiences with different priorities and levels of technical experience. Shama's keynote topics offer event planners several ways to frame conversations about AI, timing, leadership, and customer trust.
Shama built and led Zen Media for 17 years before selling the company. She has delivered keynotes for EMAAR and SEMA and advises leaders at Microsoft, Adobe, Salesforce, and JPMorgan Chase.
Shama is the author of The Applied AI Business Playbook, Momentum, and The Zen of Social Media Marketing. She also serves as a Professor at Link School of Business.
Booking Info
Formats
25, 45, 60 min · Workshop · Emcee
Travel
Available in Washington DC · Virtual · Hybrid
Contact
team@shamahyder.com
Popular Venues in Washington DC
- · Walter E. Washington Convention Center
- · Marriott Marquis Washington DC
- · Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
- · Washington Hilton
- · Omni Shoreham Hotel
“Shama Hyder was the highlight of our summit. She has this rare ability to make you feel both energized and clear-headed at the same time. She showed our leadership audience how to spot timing windows that give them a massive competitive advantage and how to read signals everyone else is missing.”
Wesley Williams
CMO, GoHighLevel
Topics
Keynote topics for Washington DC events
The Strategy of Now
Stop chasing the future. Profit from the present. The framework for acting before windows close.
Winning Customer Loyalty
AI + experience + growth. Create customers for life in the age of hyper-personalization.
Rewired Workshop
A hands-on AI workshop built around practical workflows and guided implementation.
Washington DC Events & Associations
Organizations and associations active in the area include:
DC Chamber of CommerceGreater Washington Board of TradeAssociation of American Chambers of CommerceNational Press Club
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Washington DC Booking FAQ
Washington DC keynote questions, answered
How do I book Shama Hyder as a keynote speaker in Washington DC?
Contact Shama's team at team@shamahyder.com or use the booking form at shamahyder.com/check-availability. Include the event date, location, audience, and preferred format so the team can check availability and discuss customization.
What topics does Shama Hyder speak on in Washington DC?
Shama delivers four core keynote topics for Washington DC events: Applied AI (practical implementation with the 3-P Model), The Strategy of Now (Strategic Urgency framework for leaders), Winning Customer Loyalty (AI + experience + growth), and the Rewired AI Workshop (a hands-on build day). Every talk is customized to your audience's specific challenges and event theme.
Is Shama Hyder available for events in District of Columbia?
Shama is available for event inquiries in District of Columbia. Contact her team with the date, location, audience, and format to check availability.
What keynote formats are available for Washington DC events?
Shama's keynotes are available in 25, 45, and 60-minute formats. The Rewired AI Workshop is available as a half-day or full-day session for up to 20 participants. She also provides emcee services and can participate in panel discussions or Q&A sessions. Virtual and hybrid formats are available in addition to in-person.
How far in advance should I book Shama Hyder for a Washington DC event?
Contact Shama's team with the event date, location, audience, and preferred format to check current availability.
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Book Shama for your Washington DC event
Every talk is customized for the audience. Contact us to check availability and discuss the goals for your event.