Kudzi Chikumbu
Keynote Speaker: Former Global Head of Creator Marketing at TikTok
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Kudzi Chikumbu Biography
Kudzi Chikumbu stands at the intersection of technology, creativity, and authenticity as one of the most influential voices in digital marketing today. With his core message that "authenticity is your cheat code to success," Kudzi has transformed how organizations and approach their digital presence and creator partnerships.
As the longest-serving member of TikTok's U.S. team and former Global Head of Creator Marketing, Kudzi was instrumental in building the platform's creator ecosystem from the ground up. His strategic vision helped shape how brands connect with audiences in the digital age, pioneering approaches that prioritize genuine connection over traditional marketing tactics.
Born in Zimbabwe and raised in South Africa, Kudzi brings a unique global perspective to his work. His early career as an accountant and management consultant at Deloitte provided a strong business foundation before he pursued his MBA at Stanford Graduate School of Business. This combination of analytical thinking and creative vision enables Kudzi to bridge the gap between business objectives and authentic storytelling.
Kudzi's impact on the digital landscape has earned him prestigious recognition, including Fortune Magazine's 40 Under 40 list and The Hollywood Reporter's Next Gen: Hollywood's 35 Rising Executives 35 and Under. He received ADCOLOR's Innovator Award for his groundbreaking work as "an inclusion game changer and brilliant pioneer," and has been honored with AdWeek's Experiential Executive of The Year, The Culture Creators Tech Honoree, and Variety's Hollywood's New Leaders.
Beyond his corporate success, Kudzi demonstrates the power of his own teachings through Sir Candle Man, his candle-loving account that brings a diverse and inclusive voice to the fragrance industry. This venture has garnered attention from major publications including The Hollywood Reporter, WWD, and NY Mag, and has been featured on The Rachael Ray Show. His book, "Let It Burn: Illuminate Your Life with Candles & Fragrance," extends this passion, offering guidance on elevating everyday experiences through intentional choices.
As an educator and thought leader, Kudzi teaches at Stanford's Business School on Strategic Pivoting and Reputation Management, sharing his expertise with the next generation of business leaders. His course on personal branding and career transitions, influenced by his book "Brand Up 2.0: Propel Your Early Career Success," equips professionals with tools to navigate today's complex job landscape.
In a world increasingly shaped by AI and emerging technologies, Kudzi helps organizations understand how to maintain authentic human connection while leveraging these powerful tools. His insights on digital communities, social media strategy, and creator partnerships provide actionable frameworks for sustainable growth and meaningful engagement.
Whether advising Fortune 500 companies, mentoring emerging creators, or inspiring audiences from the stage, Kudzi Chikumbu brings warmth, wisdom, and genuine passion to everything he does—proving that in a digital world, authentic human connection remains the most powerful force for transformation.
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Kudzi Chikumbu Speaking Topics
Whether building your personal brand or managing a global company, social media is essential. As Global Head of Creator Marketing at Tik Tok, Kudzi Chikumbu is equipped to provide audiences with a crash course in how to show up digitally - and the perils of doing it wrong. From expanding your customer base to building a network to self-expression, he explores the limitless potential of the full digital landscape. In this talk, Kudzi will provide a step-by-step guide to finding your audience and connecting with them authentically online.
Audience takeaways include:
- How and where to start telling your story
- How to stand out with all the noise and connect with an audience
- How to be ahead of the game
- How to fix it when things go wrong
- The often-missed secret to success when building a brand online
When Kudzi started his career, he didn’t set out to become the Global Head of Creator Marketing at Tik Tok - partly because neither the role nor the company existed at the time. However, Kudzi was preparing himself for this role throughout his life simply by living authentically. After working as an accountant and consultant at Deloitte, he took a leap of faith to follow his long-time ambition to monetize his creative mindset. In this talk, Kudzi will discuss how the combination of being authentic and entrepreneurial can lead to success in any industry. He will also highlight the 5 guiding principles that have led him through the pivotal moments along his journey as a creator and an executive:
- Have a clear why. This is your guiding light.
- Have a creator mindset - you can create your best life. Take action.
- Be authentic and trust your instincts.
- Build a community. We are stronger together so make friends, help others, and ask for help (in that order).
- Pivot when you need to. You can change your why.
Audiences will walk away with actionable takeaways to bring their full selves to everything they do and, in turn, create the life and career they want.
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How much does it cost to book Kudzi Chikumbu for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Kudzi Chikumbu, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kudzi Chikumbu, 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 Kudzi Chikumbu speak about?
Kudzi Chikumbu is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Creativity, Marketing, Social Media, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Customer Experience, Culture, Diversity & Inclusion, DEI and E-Commerce.
Where does Kudzi Chikumbu travel from?
Kudzi Chikumbu 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 Kudzi Chikumbu?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kudzi Chikumbu 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 Kudzi Chikumbu 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 Kudzi Chikumbu 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.
Kudzi Chikumbu is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Creativity, Marketing and Social Media. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Kudzi Chikumbu 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 Afdhel Aziz, Erik Qualman and Jay Baer. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Kudzi Chikumbu for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Kudzi Chikumbu Speaking Topics
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Showing Up Online: How to Build An Authentic Digital Presence
Whether building your personal brand or managing a global company, social media is essential. As Global Head of Creator Marketing at Tik Tok, Kudzi Chikumbu is equipped to provide audiences with a crash course in how to show up digitally - and the perils of doing it wrong. From expanding your customer base to building a network to self-expression, he explores the limitless potential of the full digital landscape. In this talk, Kudzi will provide a step-by-step guide to finding your audience and connecting with them authentically online.
Audience takeaways include:
- How and where to start telling your story
- How to stand out with all the noise and connect with an audience
- How to be ahead of the game
- How to fix it when things go wrong
- The often-missed secret to success when building a brand online
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Being Who You Are and Creating the Life You Want
When Kudzi started his career, he didn’t set out to become the Global Head of Creator Marketing at Tik Tok - partly because neither the role nor the company existed at the time. However, Kudzi was preparing himself for this role throughout his life simply by living authentically. After working as an accountant and consultant at Deloitte, he took a leap of faith to follow his long-time ambition to monetize his creative mindset. In this talk, Kudzi will discuss how the combination of being authentic and entrepreneurial can lead to success in any industry. He will also highlight the 5 guiding principles that have led him through the pivotal moments along his journey as a creator and an executive:
- Have a clear why. This is your guiding light.
- Have a creator mindset - you can create your best life. Take action.
- Be authentic and trust your instincts.
- Build a community. We are stronger together so make friends, help others, and ask for help (in that order).
- Pivot when you need to. You can change your why.
Audiences will walk away with actionable takeaways to bring their full selves to everything they do and, in turn, create the life and career they want.
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How do I book Kudzi Chikumbu to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Kudzi Chikumbu 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 Kudzi Chikumbu, 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 Kudzi Chikumbu or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Kudzi Chikumbu for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Kudzi Chikumbu, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Kudzi Chikumbu, 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 Kudzi Chikumbu speak about?
Kudzi Chikumbu is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Creativity, Marketing, Social Media, Technology, Entrepreneurship, Customer Experience, Culture, Diversity & Inclusion, DEI and E-Commerce. -
Where does Kudzi Chikumbu travel from?
Kudzi Chikumbu 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 Kudzi Chikumbu?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Kudzi Chikumbu 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 Kudzi Chikumbu 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 Kudzi Chikumbu 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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