Vala Afshar
Keynote Speaker: Chief Digital Evangelist at Salesforce; Digital Transformation, Cloud Computing & Business Intelligence Expert
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Vala Afshar Biography
Vala Afshar serves as chief digital evangelist at Salesforce, a leading cloud computing and customer relationship management (CRM) platform. Afshar is recognized for his expertise in digital transformation, cloud computing, social collaboration, business intelligence, and CRM. He has been named to the Thinkers50 Radar Class and has twice been recognized as the top social media influencer of chief marketing officers by Forbes. Afshar is a two-time Stevie Award winner, drawing on his experience as chief marketing officer for Enterasys and Extreme Networks.
Before joining Salesforce, Afshar held executive roles across the technology sector. He served as chief marketing officer at Extreme Networks, where he led a company rebranding project and implemented marketing initiatives. He previously held the roles of chief marketing officer and chief customer officer at Enterasys Networks, overseeing global marketing and customer service operations and earning multiple awards for customer satisfaction and service excellence. Afshar’s operational background includes leadership as a chief marketing officer, chief customer officer, and vice president of engineering at several technology companies, providing a grounded perspective on digital strategy and organizational transformation.
Afshar is an author whose books address business leadership in the digital age. His book "Autonomous: Why the Fittest Businesses Embrace AI-First Strategies and Digital Labor," co-written with Henry King, presents a framework for companies adopting AI-first operating models and integrating human and digital labor. In "Boundless," also co-authored with King, Afshar outlines seven principles for breaking down organizational silos and connects these principles to emerging technologies such as blockchain and artificial intelligence. His earlier work, "The Pursuit of Social Business Excellence," co-authored with Brad Martin, established his reputation in social business strategy.
Afshar is a U.S. patent-holding inventor, weekly columnist for ZDNet, podcaster, keynote speaker, and social media contributor. He co-hosts "DisrupTV," a weekly show focused on digital business and innovation trends. Afshar has interviewed more than 1,000 senior executives, company founders, authors, and venture capitalists. With a large social media following and a portfolio of U.S. patents, Afshar translates complex technology topics—especially artificial intelligence and digital labor strategies—into actionable insights for business leaders.
Afshar is a keynote speaker for senior executives, leadership teams, and audiences focused on digital transformation, emphasizing the strategic potential of artificial intelligence for organizational reinvention and sustainable growth. He has hosted the Vatican's first hackathon, demonstrating his ability to connect technology with broader societal issues. Afshar frequently speaks at events worldwide on the impact of social technology and digital innovation.
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Boundless Companies transcend the limits of traditional organizations. They are designed to achieve shared success, generating value for all stakeholders including customers and employees. This next-level success framework is realized by seven design principles that optimize a company’s ability to deliver value at the speed of need.
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Vala Afshar is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Computer Science, Social Media, Education, Marketing and Technology.
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Vala Afshar generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Vala Afshar is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Computer Science, Social Media and Education. The estimated speaking fee range to book Vala Afshar for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Vala Afshar generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Christi Tasker, Brian Fanzo and Brenda Louise Romero. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Vala Afshar for an upcoming event.
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Boundless - Design Principles and Strategies For Next Level Success
Boundless Companies transcend the limits of traditional organizations. They are designed to achieve shared success, generating value for all stakeholders including customers and employees. This next-level success framework is realized by seven design principles that optimize a company’s ability to deliver value at the speed of need.
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How do I book Vala Afshar to speak at my event?
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How much does it cost to book Vala Afshar for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Vala Afshar, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Vala Afshar, 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 Vala Afshar speak about?
Vala Afshar is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Computer Science, Social Media, Education, Marketing and Technology. -
Where does Vala Afshar travel from?
Vala Afshar generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Vala Afshar?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Vala Afshar 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 Vala Afshar 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 Vala Afshar 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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