Sarah Anto

Sarah Anto

Keynote Speaker: Founder of FundHER & PhD Researcher in AI Ethics

Sarah Anto Biography

Sarah Anto is the founder of FundHER, an accelerator that helps female founders access capital and scale their ventures. Anto brings more than 15 years of experience leading and advising startups across Silicon Valley, Europe and North America. As a former chief of staff in a startup with more than $100 million in annual recurring revenue and a PhD researcher in AI ethics, Anto bridges technology, funding and inclusion like few others.

Anto has helped more than 100 startups raise capital and scale operations and has spoken at major events including 4YFN Barcelona, Smart City Expo, Techstars and Innovation Week Prague.

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Sarah Anto Speaking Topics

Women Building the Future of AI

Explore how women are reshaping AI through ethical design, inclusive funding models, and purpose-driven innovation. This session dives into the systemic gaps in AI investment, highlights breakthrough ventures led by women, and offers tactical solutions for building AI products that serve real-world diversity. With lessons from 100+ startups, we’ll decode how women-led innovation can redefine what “good AI” looks like.

Attendee Results:

  • Understand how women are transforming AI product design and ethics.
  • Identify the funding challenges and untapped potential in women-led AI ventures.
  • Learn frameworks for inclusive innovation and ethical development.
  • Get inspired by real success stories across health tech, care systems, and automation.

Strategic Fundraising: Finding the Right Investors for Your Vision

In today’s changing venture landscape, raising money isn’t just about the check—it’s about alignment. This talk reveals how to identify investor-fit, create a resonant fundraising narrative, and unlock capital that supports your long-term vision. With insights from Silicon Valley and Europe, we explore alternative funding paths, values-aligned capital, and the mindset shift needed to raise on your own terms.

Attendee Results:

  • Learn how to identify aligned investors and pitch with authenticity.
  • Discover alternative and non-dilutive funding sources.
  • Understand what today’s investors are really looking for.
  • Build confidence to fundraise with strategy, not scarcity.

Breaking Bias: Redesigning AI Risk Models for Equity

Bias in AI starts long before the algorithm—it’s embedded in how we assess risk. This provocative talk dissects how current venture frameworks systematically undervalue women-led innovation and provides data-backed alternatives. Using real-world startup examples and ethical AI tools, you’ll leave with actionable strategies to challenge bias in funding decisions and design risk models that unlock untapped markets.

Attendee Results:

  • Understand how risk models can perpetuate funding bias.
  • Learn data-driven arguments for investing in diverse teams.
  • Explore tools for redefining risk in early-stage AI ventures.
  • Gain practical methods to influence VC and policy-level change.

The Power of Visibility: Storytelling That Raises Capital

Visibility isn’t vanity—it’s strategy. Learn how to turn your founder journey into a competitive edge with storytelling that secures investment and builds influence. This talk unpacks personal branding for founders, how to share your mission effectively, and how visibility drives inbound investor interest. You’ll walk away with tools to build credibility and capital through authentic communication.

Attendee Results:

  • Learn how to craft a compelling founder narrative.
  • Discover how to build visibility that attracts investors.
  • Use thought leadership to grow influence and trust.
  • Develop storytelling frameworks tailored to fundraising.

From Silicon Valley to Europe: Scaling AI with Global Insight

What happens when Silicon Valley scale meets European ethics? This session maps the contrasts and synergies across AI ecosystems—funding strategies, regulation, and innovation culture. Based on 15+ years across both continents, Sarah Anto shares how to scale AI startups that meet global standards while adapting to local dynamics. Ideal for founders, investors, and policymakers shaping AI beyond borders.

Attendee Results:

  • Compare and contrast US vs EU AI ecosystems.
  • Learn cross-cultural fundraising and go-to-market strategies.
  • Navigate the global ethics landscape in AI product development.
  • Build scalable ventures that respect regional values and global goals.

How do I book Sarah Anto to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Sarah Anto 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 Sarah Anto, 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 Sarah Anto or any other speaker of your choice.

How much does it cost to book Sarah Anto for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Sarah Anto, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Sarah Anto are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sarah Anto, 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 Sarah Anto speak about?

Sarah Anto is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Ethics & Integrity, Thought Leadership, Disruptive Thinking, Storytelling, Women in Business, Women in Tech, Finance, Venture Capital, Diversity & Inclusion, Artificial Intelligence, Futurism, Female Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Innovation, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment and Entrepreneurship.

Where does Sarah Anto travel from?

Sarah Anto generally travels from Helsinki, Finland and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Sarah Anto?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sarah Anto 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 Sarah Anto 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 Sarah Anto 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.


Sarah Anto is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Ethics & Integrity, Thought Leadership and Disruptive Thinking. The estimated speaking fee range to book Sarah Anto for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Sarah Anto generally travels from Helsinki, Finland and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Joanna Peña-Bickley, Ayesha Khanna and Nicole Yeary. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sarah Anto for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 18/11/2025.

Sarah Anto Speaking Topics

  • Women Building the Future of AI

    Explore how women are reshaping AI through ethical design, inclusive funding models, and purpose-driven innovation. This session dives into the systemic gaps in AI investment, highlights breakthrough ventures led by women, and offers tactical solutions for building AI products that serve real-world diversity. With lessons from 100+ startups, we’ll decode how women-led innovation can redefine what “good AI” looks like.

    Attendee Results:

    • Understand how women are transforming AI product design and ethics.
    • Identify the funding challenges and untapped potential in women-led AI ventures.
    • Learn frameworks for inclusive innovation and ethical development.
    • Get inspired by real success stories across health tech, care systems, and automation.

  • Strategic Fundraising: Finding the Right Investors for Your Vision

    In today’s changing venture landscape, raising money isn’t just about the check—it’s about alignment. This talk reveals how to identify investor-fit, create a resonant fundraising narrative, and unlock capital that supports your long-term vision. With insights from Silicon Valley and Europe, we explore alternative funding paths, values-aligned capital, and the mindset shift needed to raise on your own terms.

    Attendee Results:

    • Learn how to identify aligned investors and pitch with authenticity.
    • Discover alternative and non-dilutive funding sources.
    • Understand what today’s investors are really looking for.
    • Build confidence to fundraise with strategy, not scarcity.

  • Breaking Bias: Redesigning AI Risk Models for Equity

    Bias in AI starts long before the algorithm—it’s embedded in how we assess risk. This provocative talk dissects how current venture frameworks systematically undervalue women-led innovation and provides data-backed alternatives. Using real-world startup examples and ethical AI tools, you’ll leave with actionable strategies to challenge bias in funding decisions and design risk models that unlock untapped markets.

    Attendee Results:

    • Understand how risk models can perpetuate funding bias.
    • Learn data-driven arguments for investing in diverse teams.
    • Explore tools for redefining risk in early-stage AI ventures.
    • Gain practical methods to influence VC and policy-level change.

  • The Power of Visibility: Storytelling That Raises Capital

    Visibility isn’t vanity—it’s strategy. Learn how to turn your founder journey into a competitive edge with storytelling that secures investment and builds influence. This talk unpacks personal branding for founders, how to share your mission effectively, and how visibility drives inbound investor interest. You’ll walk away with tools to build credibility and capital through authentic communication.

    Attendee Results:

    • Learn how to craft a compelling founder narrative.
    • Discover how to build visibility that attracts investors.
    • Use thought leadership to grow influence and trust.
    • Develop storytelling frameworks tailored to fundraising.

  • From Silicon Valley to Europe: Scaling AI with Global Insight

    What happens when Silicon Valley scale meets European ethics? This session maps the contrasts and synergies across AI ecosystems—funding strategies, regulation, and innovation culture. Based on 15+ years across both continents, Sarah Anto shares how to scale AI startups that meet global standards while adapting to local dynamics. Ideal for founders, investors, and policymakers shaping AI beyond borders.

    Attendee Results:

    • Compare and contrast US vs EU AI ecosystems.
    • Learn cross-cultural fundraising and go-to-market strategies.
    • Navigate the global ethics landscape in AI product development.
    • Build scalable ventures that respect regional values and global goals.

  • How do I book Sarah Anto to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Sarah Anto 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 Sarah Anto, 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 Sarah Anto or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Sarah Anto for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Sarah Anto, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Sarah Anto are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sarah Anto, 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 Sarah Anto speak about?

  • Where does Sarah Anto travel from?

    Sarah Anto generally travels from Helsinki, Finland and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Sarah Anto?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sarah Anto 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 Sarah Anto 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 Sarah Anto 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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