SPEAKING

Sparking Bold Ideas Through Keynotes, Moderation, Convening, and Storytelling

Tina Sharkey, who coined the term 'social media,' is an award-winning entrepreneur and business leader who decodes the forces shaping innovation, AI, and business transformation. As a USC Business of Innovation faculty member, she delivers bold strategies and sharp insights that challenge leaders to navigate disruption and own what’s next. Known for her dynamic stage presence, she engages audiences with thought-provoking ideas and meaningful connections.

TESTIMONIALS

“Tina Sharkey has A REMARKABLE GIFT for turning complex, world-changing ideas into clear, actionable insights—without the fluff. Every time I have the privilege of listening to Tina, I WALK AWAY WISER.”

Jim McCann I Founder & Chairman, 1-800-Flowers.com
“Every now and again A SINGLE VOICE emerges and rises high above the cacophony of noise. TINA SHARKEY’s is such a voice.”

Brendan Dorrian | Founder, CEO, Rarely Heard Voices
"Tina is the ULTIMATE CONVENER. She draws a SENIOR AUDIENCE to any conference."

Lisa Milgram I Event Producer, One 41 Events
“Tina’s ELECTRIFYING KEYNOTES at our major conferences EDUCATE and ENTERTAIN thousands of our members and executives.”

Randall Rothenberg | Executive Chair, IAB
"Having long been a fan of the genius of Tina Sharkey, I was thrilled she agreed to host a capsule at Near Future Summit. Without exaggeration, she was among the best we’ve had. HER LEADERSHIP, CLEAR VISION, EXCEPTIONAL INVESTIGATIVE AND DISTILLATION SKILLS ARE INCOMPARABLE."

Zem Joaquin | Founder, Near Future Summit