Afdhel Aziz
Keynote Speaker: Expert on Storytelling in a Post-AI World for Leaders, Managers and Teams to Drive Trust, Engagement and Growth
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Categories:Communication, Inspirational, Author, Technology, College, Creativity, Storytelling, Futurism, Innovation, Business Coaching, Marketing, Leadership, Virtual, Business, Social Media, Future of Work, Public Health, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Motivational, Business Growth, Strategic Leadership, Workshop, Social Entrepreneurship, Personal Growth, Sustainability, Ethics & Integrity, Environment, Corporate Strategy, ESG, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Culture, Finance, Change Management, E-Commerce, Success, Health & Wellness, Asian & Pacific Heritage
Afdhel Aziz Biography
Afdhel Aziz is a storytelling guru with 30 years of experience who helps leaders understand how stories move people from awareness to belief—and from belief to action—when AI scales everything else.
Aziz, a former Fortune 500 business executive, embarked on a remarkable journey after experiencing the devastating effects of the Indian Ocean tsunami in his home country of Sri Lanka. This life-altering experience prompted him to seek a deeper purpose beyond the confines of corporate life.
In 2017, after a 20 year career leading brands at Procter and Gamble, Nokia, Heineken and Absolut Vodka, Aziz made a pivotal decision to leave the corporate world and establish global strategic consultancy Conspiracy of Love.
Through his work there, he has advised Fortune 500 leaders at companies including The Gap, Sephora, and Adidas, gaining rare insight into how leadership narratives galvanize teams, build trust, and drive growth and impact.
As a longtime Forbes contributor, he has interviewed hundreds of entrepreneurs and CEO’s disrupting industries, uncovering a consistent pattern: the leaders who scale fastest are those who can tell the clearest, most compelling stories.
Through his creative studio Good is the New Cool, in partnership with TIME, Aziz builds platforms that turn stories into shared belief and cultural momentum—drawing as well on his personal work as an award-winning poet, novelist, and film director to apply timeless narrative techniques to modern leadership challenges. He has inspired audiences globally at companies like Disney, Walmart, and Microsoft, as well as leadership, HR and innovation conferences like the Fast Company Innovation Festival, Cannes Lions and many more.
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Afdhel Aziz Speaking Topics
For C-Suite & Senior Leaders
As AI, restructuring, and constant disruption accelerate change, many organizations face a growing trust gap: people understand what leaders are doing but no longer believe why. In this session, Afdhel Aziz shows senior leaders how storytelling becomes the system that turns strategy into belief. By shaping narrative direction, framing tradeoffs transparently, and making intent visible, leaders restore trust and coherence in moments of uncertainty—because if leaders don’t shape the story, someone else will.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn how to tell your inspiring leadership story of ‘Self, Us and Now’.
- Learn how to understand your unique ‘Gifts, Passions and Superpowers’ to craft your personal leadership narrative.
- Learn the ‘Strategy to Story’ methodology for turning business objectives into emotionally resonant, purpose-led narratives.
Perfect for: CEO and executive leadership retreats, board offsites, leadership and strategy conferences
For All Employees
Global employee engagement has fallen to historic lows—leaving most organizations with teams that are present, but not fully invested. When people don’t see how their work matters, performance, retention, and productivity suffer. In this practical and energizing talk, Afdhel Aziz shows how storytelling can help close the engagement gap by restoring meaning, clarity, and agency at work. Managers learn how to translate constant change into shared purpose, while employees learn how to see their role in a larger story.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand why storytelling is a commercial imperative, not a communications afterthought—and how it directly impacts engagement, retention, and performance.
- Discover how to align and motivate teams by connecting individual roles to a shared, meaningful story of where the organization is going.
- Learn simple storytelling tools managers and employees can use to translate change into purpose, turning disengagement into ownership and momentum.
Perfect for: Company-wide town halls, all-hands meetings, ERG meetings, employee engagement initiatives, post-reorg or post-growth moments; people, HR, and workplace conferences
For Marketing Teams
In an era of uncertainty, polarization, and accelerating change, the world is facing a growing Hope Gap—the distance between rising anxiety and credible belief in a better future. For brands, this gap isn’t just a social challenge; it’s a growth opportunity. When brands consistently shine a light on real progress—on solutions, momentum, and possibility—they don’t just restore belief in the world, they create a powerful halo that reflects back on them. In this timely and practical talk, Afdhel Aziz shows how brands grow by telling stories that highlight progress rather than perfection—stories that deepen engagement, build trust, and strengthen loyalty.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand why closing the Hope Gap is a growth opportunity, and how belief in progress directly drives engagement, trust, loyalty, and long-term brand value.
- Learn how to tell stories that create a halo effect, where shining a light on real progress and solutions reflects back as increased advocacy and retention for the brand.
- See proven examples from leading brands and Solutionaries that show how making change desirable and human turns purpose into momentum and measurable business growth.
Perfect for: CMO and brand leadership offsites, marketing team kickoffs, innovation labs, brand repositioning moments; brand, marketing, and culture conferences
Afdhel Aziz Videos
Good Is the New Cool Guide to Meaningful Marketing: How Brands Can Win with Conscious Consumers
Good is the New Cool Guide to Conscious Business: How Companies Can Drive Growth Through Positive Impact
Good Is the New Cool Guide to Personal Purpose: Designing a Meaningful and Prosperous Career
Good Is The New Cool: The Principles Of Purpose
Good Is the New Cool: Market Like You Give a Damn
How do I book Afdhel Aziz to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Afdhel Aziz for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Afdhel Aziz, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Afdhel Aziz are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Afdhel Aziz, 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 Afdhel Aziz speak about?
Afdhel Aziz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Communication, Inspirational, Author, Technology, College, Creativity, Storytelling, Futurism, Innovation, Business Coaching, Marketing, Leadership, Virtual, Business, Social Media, Future of Work, Public Health, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Motivational, Business Growth, Strategic Leadership, Workshop, Social Entrepreneurship, Personal Growth, Sustainability, Ethics & Integrity, Environment, Corporate Strategy, ESG, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Culture, Finance, Change Management, E-Commerce, Success, Health & Wellness and Asian & Pacific Heritage.
Where does Afdhel Aziz travel from?
Afdhel Aziz generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Afdhel Aziz?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Afdhel Aziz 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 Afdhel Aziz 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 Afdhel Aziz 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.
Afdhel Aziz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Communication, Inspirational and Author. The estimated speaking fee range to book Afdhel Aziz for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Afdhel Aziz generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Eric Boles, Libby Gill and Erica Dhawan. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Afdhel Aziz for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Afdhel Aziz Speaking Topics
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Storytelling as a Leadership Operating System: Closing the Trust Gap
For C-Suite & Senior Leaders
As AI, restructuring, and constant disruption accelerate change, many organizations face a growing trust gap: people understand what leaders are doing but no longer believe why. In this session, Afdhel Aziz shows senior leaders how storytelling becomes the system that turns strategy into belief. By shaping narrative direction, framing tradeoffs transparently, and making intent visible, leaders restore trust and coherence in moments of uncertainty—because if leaders don’t shape the story, someone else will.
Key Takeaways:
- Learn how to tell your inspiring leadership story of ‘Self, Us and Now’.
- Learn how to understand your unique ‘Gifts, Passions and Superpowers’ to craft your personal leadership narrative.
- Learn the ‘Strategy to Story’ methodology for turning business objectives into emotionally resonant, purpose-led narratives.
Perfect for: CEO and executive leadership retreats, board offsites, leadership and strategy conferences
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Storytelling as an Engagement Engine; Closing the Engagement Gap
For All Employees
Global employee engagement has fallen to historic lows—leaving most organizations with teams that are present, but not fully invested. When people don’t see how their work matters, performance, retention, and productivity suffer. In this practical and energizing talk, Afdhel Aziz shows how storytelling can help close the engagement gap by restoring meaning, clarity, and agency at work. Managers learn how to translate constant change into shared purpose, while employees learn how to see their role in a larger story.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand why storytelling is a commercial imperative, not a communications afterthought—and how it directly impacts engagement, retention, and performance.
- Discover how to align and motivate teams by connecting individual roles to a shared, meaningful story of where the organization is going.
- Learn simple storytelling tools managers and employees can use to translate change into purpose, turning disengagement into ownership and momentum.
Perfect for: Company-wide town halls, all-hands meetings, ERG meetings, employee engagement initiatives, post-reorg or post-growth moments; people, HR, and workplace conferences
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Storytelling as a Cultural Force for Growth: Closing the Hope Gap
For Marketing Teams
In an era of uncertainty, polarization, and accelerating change, the world is facing a growing Hope Gap—the distance between rising anxiety and credible belief in a better future. For brands, this gap isn’t just a social challenge; it’s a growth opportunity. When brands consistently shine a light on real progress—on solutions, momentum, and possibility—they don’t just restore belief in the world, they create a powerful halo that reflects back on them. In this timely and practical talk, Afdhel Aziz shows how brands grow by telling stories that highlight progress rather than perfection—stories that deepen engagement, build trust, and strengthen loyalty.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand why closing the Hope Gap is a growth opportunity, and how belief in progress directly drives engagement, trust, loyalty, and long-term brand value.
- Learn how to tell stories that create a halo effect, where shining a light on real progress and solutions reflects back as increased advocacy and retention for the brand.
- See proven examples from leading brands and Solutionaries that show how making change desirable and human turns purpose into momentum and measurable business growth.
Perfect for: CMO and brand leadership offsites, marketing team kickoffs, innovation labs, brand repositioning moments; brand, marketing, and culture conferences
VIDEO
Afdhel Aziz Videos
BOOKS
Good Is the New Cool Guide to Meaningful Marketing: How Brands Can Win with Conscious Consumers
Good is the New Cool Guide to Conscious Business: How Companies Can Drive Growth Through Positive Impact
Good Is the New Cool Guide to Personal Purpose: Designing a Meaningful and Prosperous Career
Good Is The New Cool: The Principles Of Purpose
Good Is the New Cool: Market Like You Give a Damn
REVIEWS
Afdhel Aziz Reviews
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Afdhel was very inspiring, our audience was very impressed and thankful for the opportunity to learn from him. Thank you Afdhel and AAE team!
Houlihan Lokey - May 15 2025 -
The Walt Disney Company - Oct 31 2023
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Afdhel was a professional speaker onsite and we appreciated his willingness to talk with BECU before the contract had been signed to determine if he would be a good fit.
SHW o/b/o Boeing Employee's Credit Union (BECU) - Oct 17 2023 -
PNC - May 24 2023
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Afdhel was great! He really did his research on Capital One initiatives and used them in his talk.
Capital One Services, LLC - Dec 09 2021
NEWS
Afdhel Aziz News
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The Power Of Purpose: The Business Case For Purpose (All The ...
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How do I book Afdhel Aziz to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Afdhel Aziz 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 Afdhel Aziz, 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 Afdhel Aziz or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Afdhel Aziz for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Afdhel Aziz, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Afdhel Aziz are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Afdhel Aziz, 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 Afdhel Aziz speak about?
Afdhel Aziz is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Communication, Inspirational, Author, Technology, College, Creativity, Storytelling, Futurism, Innovation, Business Coaching, Marketing, Leadership, Virtual, Business, Social Media, Future of Work, Public Health, Business Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Motivational, Business Growth, Strategic Leadership, Workshop, Social Entrepreneurship, Personal Growth, Sustainability, Ethics & Integrity, Environment, Corporate Strategy, ESG, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Culture, Finance, Change Management, E-Commerce, Success, Health & Wellness and Asian & Pacific Heritage. -
Where does Afdhel Aziz travel from?
Afdhel Aziz generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Afdhel Aziz?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Afdhel Aziz 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 Afdhel Aziz 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 Afdhel Aziz 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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