Professional Speaker
on Digital Innovation, Digital Creativity and Social Selling
Professional Speaker on Digital Innovation, Digital Creativity and Social Selling
About Speaking
Kiruba Shankar is an online business strategist and professional speaker who has delivered 700+ talks across 24 countries to Fortune 100 companies, leading industry conferences, and prestigious educational institutions.
He is the Co-Founder and Founding President of the Professional Speakers Association of India (PSAI) and is widely recognized as a speaker and strategist in AI, digital transformation, online reputation management (ORM), and business growth.
Known for his practical, down-to-earth style, Kiruba’s sessions are designed to move audiences from insight to action. His talks combine real-world business strategy with relatable stories, humour, and hard-earned lessons that drive measurable results.
Kiruba began his journey with India’s first Internet company and went on to build a successful Internet consulting firm as an entrepreneur. Alongside his speaking career, he serves as a Digital Professor in leading institutions, mentoring future leaders on AI, digital strategy, and performance-driven growth.
Today, Kiruba is also a respected business author and internationally acclaimed keynote speaker, helping organizations rethink limitations, adopt smarter digital practices, and scale with confidence.
Topics
Digital Strategy for Leaders
How founders, CXOs, and leadership teams can align AI, digital strategy, and business goals for long-term, sustainable growth.
Online Reputation Management (ORM)
How to handle online feedback, reviews, and crises smartly-and turn unhappy customers into brand advocates using digital and AI-led strategies.
AI-Powered Digital Selling
How to use AI, digital tools, and social platforms to generate qualified leads, improve conversions, and scale sales in a competitive digital-first world.
Personal Branding in the Age of AI
How to build a credible, authentic personal brand using digital platforms and AI tools-without sounding automated or artificial.
Author of 7+ Books
AI in Hospitality ORM
Smart Strategies to Build Reputation, Win Loyalty, and Boost Bookings
(Upcoming Book)
Kiruba Shankar’s upcoming book focuses on the powerful intersection of Artificial Intelligence and Online Reputation Management (ORM) in the hospitality industry.
Designed for hotel owners, resort operators, hospitality leaders, and marketers, this book reveals how AI-driven tools and smart digital strategies can help businesses:
Blending real-world hospitality insights with practical AI applications, this book serves as a playbook for future-ready hospitality brands.
Other Books
Founding President
Kiruba Shankar, Co-Founder & Founding President of PSAI, has been instrumental in building one of India’s most influential professional speaker communities. PSAI focuses on raising standards, fostering collaboration, and enabling speakers to grow sustainable, global-ready speaking businesses.
Deep Insightful Conversations with the best Professional Speakers from around the World to help you become a successful global speaker.
Videos
Past Events
Smart Marketing & Revenue Hacks for Homestays, Farmstays, Hostels & Boutique Hotels Vaksana Farms, Tindivanam Date 2 & 3 February, 2026 Description We understand the struggles you face—low occupancy rates, unpredictable bookings and guest retention issues. Having worked closely with the hospitality giants Club Mahindra and Sterling Holidays for two decades, we know what it ...
Upcoming Events
Professional Speakers Summit 2026 Chennai, Tamil Nadu - India Date 6 & 7 February, 2026 Description Because magic happens when voices come together. In a world where stages are hybrid, audiences are global, and content moves at the speed of AI, one truth remains - real influence begins with human connection. Synergy is more than ...
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