Shama Hyder

Shama Hyder Shama Hyder is an influencer

Founder & CEO @ Zen Media | Keynote Speaker | Henry Crown Fellow (Aspen Institute)

Miami, Florida, United States
649K followers 500+ connections

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Shama Hyder helps leaders and companies get good and ready for a future that’s ever changing - from consumer expectations to competing with AI. As a well-respected and early pioneer in the world of social media, she brings a rare “from the trenches” perspective. She’s the Founder & CEO of Zen Media, one of today’s leading B2B marketing and PR companies in the country. Shama is also an active Henry Crown Fellow within the Aspen Global Leadership Network at the Aspen Institute.

Shama is the bestselling author of The Zen of Social Media Marketing, now in its 4th edition, and Momentum: How to Propel Your Marketing and Transform Your Brand in the Digital Age. An acclaimed keynote speaker, Shama has delivered keynotes in over 24 countries and spoken for recognized brands including NASA, Yale, Movado, Marriott, Chase, Toyota, Mastercard, and Disney.

Shama Hyder helps leaders and companies understand strategically and practically how to connect what’s next to what now. She has been named the “Zen Master of Marketing” by Entrepreneur Magazine and the “Millennial Master of the Universe” by Fast Company. Shama has also been honored at both the White House and The United Nations as one of the top 100 young entrepreneurs in the country.

As a result of her success, Shama has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the prestigious Technology Titan Emerging Company CEO Award. She is one of the only entrepreneurs to be recognized by Business Week, Inc, and Forbes alike for being an Under 30 Mover and a Shaker. LinkedIn named her one of their “Top Voices” in Marketing and Social Media for four years in a row. In 2023, she was named the Top Marketing Leader by Masthead Media.

As a preeminent thinker in the digital age, Shama is a coveted media contributor, frequently featured on platforms such as NPR, Inc, Fox Business, MSNBC, Bloomberg, and CW. Her insights continue to shape the industry, inspiring others to confidently navigate the ever-shifting digital terrain.

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  • Zen Media  Graphic

    Founder & CEO

    Zen Media

    - Present 16 years 6 months

    International

    In today's crowded B2B marketplace, simply generating awareness is not enough. You need to build trust, credibility, and engagement with discerning buyers who are bombarded with messages and have more options than ever before. That's where we come in.

    Our GTM Influence Model™ is a proven, strategic approach to influencing B2B buyers at every stage of their journey. We combine content marketing, earned media, and social media strategies to help you:

    - Establish thought leadership…

    In today's crowded B2B marketplace, simply generating awareness is not enough. You need to build trust, credibility, and engagement with discerning buyers who are bombarded with messages and have more options than ever before. That's where we come in.

    Our GTM Influence Model™ is a proven, strategic approach to influencing B2B buyers at every stage of their journey. We combine content marketing, earned media, and social media strategies to help you:

    - Establish thought leadership and credibility with your target audiences
    - Engage buyers with relevant, persuasive content and experiences
    - Build momentum and consensus among key decision-makers and influencers
    - Measure and optimize the impact of your efforts on pipeline and revenue

  • Keynote Speaker - Now Accepting Bookings for 2024 and 2025

    Self-employed

    - Present 15 years 6 months

    Global

    Shama Hyder helps leaders and companies stay ready for a future that’s ever changing - from consumer expectations to competing with AI. Recognized as an early pioneer in the world of social media, she brings a rare “from the trenches” perspective on the strategies companies are using to win in the age of AI. She’s the Founder & CEO of Zen Media, one of today’s leading B2B marketing and PR companies in the country. Shama is also an active Henry Crown Fellow within the Aspen Global Leadership…

    Shama Hyder helps leaders and companies stay ready for a future that’s ever changing - from consumer expectations to competing with AI. Recognized as an early pioneer in the world of social media, she brings a rare “from the trenches” perspective on the strategies companies are using to win in the age of AI. She’s the Founder & CEO of Zen Media, one of today’s leading B2B marketing and PR companies in the country. Shama is also an active Henry Crown Fellow within the Aspen Global Leadership Network at the Aspen Institute.

    Shama is the bestselling author of The Zen of Social Media Marketing, now in its 4th edition, and Momentum: How to Propel Your Marketing and Transform Your Brand in the Digital Age. An acclaimed keynote speaker, Shama has delivered keynotes in over 24 countries and spoken for recognized brands including NASA, Yale, Movado, Marriott, Chase, Toyota, Mastercard, and Disney.

    Shama Hyder helps leaders and companies understand strategically and practically how to connect what’s next to what now. She has been named the “Zen Master of Marketing” by Entrepreneur Magazine and the “Millennial Master of the Universe” by Fast Company. Shama has also been honored at both the White House and The United Nations as one of the top 100 young entrepreneurs in the country.

    As a result of her success, Shama has been the recipient of numerous awards, including the prestigious Technology Titan Emerging Company CEO Award. She is one of the only entrepreneurs to be recognized by Business Week, Inc, and Forbes alike for being an Under 30 Mover and a Shaker. LinkedIn named her one of their “Top Voices” in Marketing and Social Media for four years in a row. In 2023, she was named the Top Marketing Leader by Masthead Media.

    As a preeminent thinker in the digital age, Shama is a coveted media contributor, frequently featured on platforms such as NPR, Inc, Fox Business, MSNBC, Bloomberg, and CW.

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Publications

  • Momentum: How to Propel Your Marketing and Transform Your Brand in the Digital Age

    Benbella Books

  • The Zen of Social Media Marketing

    BenBella Books

    One of the best selling books on social media marketing. Currently in its 4th edition.

    See publication

Honors & Awards

  • LinkedIn - Top 10 Voices in Marketing (4 years in a row)

    LinkedIn

  • Top 25 Under 25 Entrepreneurs

    Businessweek

  • Forbes 30 Under 30

    Forbes

    Forbes 30 Under 30 in Marketing and Advertising - Forbes 2015

  • Inc - 30 Under 30 Entrepreneurs

    Inc Magazine

  • Inc - Top 10 Women to Watch in Tech

    Inc Magazine

  • Tech Titans: Best Emerging Company CEO

    Tech Titans

  • Top 20 Influential Women

    Fuzion Magazine

Languages

  • English

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  • Hindi

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  • Urdu

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