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Clara Shih | PepTalk Expert Speaker
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Clara Shih
Clara Shih | PepTalk Expert Speaker
Transform digital customer experiences with Clara Shih, AI innovation and digital transformation expert. Clara equips organizations to leverage social media strategies and implement ethical AI solutions that drive measurable ROI. Senior VP at Meta, former Starbucks board member, and bestselling author of The Facebook Era.
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Shih clearly articulates the opportunity for businesses on the social web, breaking it down into simple, actionable steps for companies to reach and connect with customers and prospects from around the world. | Sheryl Sandberg, Chief Operating Officer | Facebook |
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About Clara Shih

Head of Business AI at Meta and former Starbucks board director
Named one of Fast Company’s Most Influential People in Technology
Founder and board chair of global software company Hearsay Systems
Clara Shih combines technological innovation with business acumen to help organizations navigate digital transformation. As Senior Vice President at Meta and founder of Hearsay Systems, Clara brings practical expertise in creating modern customer experiences that drive measurable business results.

Clara previously served on the Starbucks board of directors and today advises global enterprises on digital transformation strategies. Her groundbreaking work includes developing the first social business app in 2007 and authoring the bestselling book The Facebook Era. Her career spans business and technical roles at Google, Microsoft, and Salesforce.com, complemented by academic excellence as Stanford's top computer science graduate and an Oxford Marshall Scholar.

Clara helps organizations tackle today's most pressing challenges by implementing AI-powered solutions that enhance customer engagement while maintaining ethical standards. Her approach balances technological innovation with practical business applications, enabling companies to automate routine processes while creating more meaningful customer interactions across digital channels.

Audiences gain actionable strategies for leveraging social media to redesign business models and reach connected consumers effectively. Clara's presentations provide frameworks for implementing AI solutions that deliver measurable ROI while maintaining brand trust.

Book Clara to equip your team with proven strategies that bridge technological innovation and practical business transformation in today's digital landscape.
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Email clara.shih@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.

PepTalk are the official speaking agents for Clara Shih available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about Clara Shih's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events. For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting Clara directly.

What topics does Clara Shih specialise in?  

Clara Shih specialises in discussing digital transformation, customer engagement, AI-powered solutions and more.

What is Clara Shih's speaking style like?  

Clara delivers clear, actionable insights, blending technical expertise with engaging storytelling. She breaks down complex topics, inspires audiences, and effectively communicates strategies for leveraging technology to drive business growth.

Does Clara Shih offer virtual speaking engagements?  

Yes, Clara Shih offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.

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Clara Shih's unparalleled expertise in digital transformation, from founding Hearsay Systems to holding leadership roles at Meta, Google, and Salesforce, equips organisations with actionable strategies to leverage AI and social media for measurable business growth. Book Clara to give your team the perfect balance of technological innovation and practical business applications needed to create meaningful customer experiences in today's digital landscape.
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Shih clearly articulates the opportunity for businesses on the social web, breaking it down into simple, actionable steps for companies to reach and connect with customers and prospects from around the world. | Sheryl Sandberg, Chief Operating Officer | Facebook |
Clara understands both the marketing and technical sides of the business, making her a rare individual who grasps today's technical limitations, the potential of tomorrow's technology, and can effectively communicate the vision[...] | Nori Yoshida, Entrepreneur | |
She helped bring social media mainstream with sticky storytelling and the experiences she earned doing the work. Her work helping Starbucks and Ad Council connect with Millennials is important and impressive, and she's an inspiration for supporting women in engineering. | Tommy Leap | |
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Shih clearly articulates the opportunity for businesses on the social web, breaking it down into simple, actionable steps for companies to reach and connect with customers and prospects from around the world. | Sheryl Sandberg, Chief Operating Officer | Facebook |
Shih clearly articulates the opportunity for businesses on the social web, breaking it down into simple, actionable steps for companies to reach and connect with customers and prospects from around the world. | Sheryl Sandberg, Chief Operating Officer | Facebook |
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