Anindya Kundu
Keynote Speaker: Sociologist & Education Reform Expert; Associate Professor at Florida International University; Author of "The Power of Student Agency"
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Anindya Kundu Biography
Dr. Anindya Kundu is a sociologist, educator, and two-time TED speaker whose work focuses on equity, human potential, and educational reform. Kundu holds a doctorate in sociology of education from New York University, where his research examined resilience and agency in supporting student success in underserved communities. At NYU, he collaborated with experts in student achievement, including sociologist Pedro Noguera and psychologist Angela Duckworth. Kundu is an associate professor at Florida International University and the author of "The Power of Student Agency" and "Transforming Educational Leadership."
Kundu is a public scholar who investigates how individuals overcome barriers and what these experiences reveal about opportunity systems, inequality, and human development. His research challenges the notion that success is solely based on grit or individual effort, instead highlighting the influence of relationships, institutions, and experiences in shaping agency and fostering positive change. In his book "The Power of Student Agency: Looking Beyond Grit to Close the Opportunity Gap," Kundu critiques prevailing education theories centered on grit and advocates for policies and practices that address systemic inequalities. The book has been recognized as a bestseller in the College and University Student Life and Educational Psychology categories and was named a finalist for the Association of American Publishers PROSE Award.
Kundu participated in the TED Residency program, where he delivered a TED Talk on student agency. He later returned as an alumni mentor, addressing the opportunity gap in U.S. public education in his second TED Talk, "The 'opportunity gap' in US public education — and how to close it." Combined, his TED Talks on overcoming obstacles and public education reform have garnered more than 6 million views.
As a sociologist, Kundu studies the contexts that enable young people to thrive, with research rooted in amplifying student voice to promote educational equity. His expertise includes K-12 achievement, higher education equity, educational psychology, and inclusive workforce development. Kundu serves on the Career and Technical Advisory Council for the NYC Department of Education. His upcoming book, "Outside In," explores how individuals can enhance agency by leveraging various sociological environments. Kundu's work has appeared in USA Today, NPR Education, The Miami Herald, MSNBC, and Huffington Post.
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Anindya Kundu is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Sciences, Education, Success, Psychology, Overcoming Adversity, Culture, Diversity & Inclusion, Virtual, TED, Technology, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Education Reform, Resilience, Educational Motivational, DEI, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking.
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Anindya Kundu is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Social Sciences, Education and Success. The estimated speaking fee range to book Anindya Kundu for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Anindya Kundu generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Keith L. Brown, Horacio Sanchez and Afrika Afeni Mills. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Anindya Kundu for an upcoming event.
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Race and Inequality
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Achievement Gap
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How do I book Anindya Kundu to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Anindya Kundu for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Anindya Kundu, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Anindya Kundu are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Anindya Kundu, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.855.383.8805 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Anindya Kundu speak about?
Anindya Kundu is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Social Sciences, Education, Success, Psychology, Overcoming Adversity, Culture, Diversity & Inclusion, Virtual, TED, Technology, Social Activism, Anti-Racism, Education Reform, Resilience, Educational Motivational, DEI, Social Justice, Civil Rights, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking. -
Where does Anindya Kundu travel from?
Anindya Kundu generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Anindya Kundu?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Anindya Kundu 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 1.855.383.8805, and one of our agents will assist you to book Anindya Kundu 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 Anindya Kundu 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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