Samira Panah Bakhtiar

Samira Panah Bakhtiar is an executive in the media and technology sector, serving as general manager of media and entertainment, games, and sports at Amazon Web Services. Bakhtiar has led business initiatives for major entertainment companies, focusing on tech strategy, business development, and sales. Her career spans nearly two decades, including roles at Cisco, where she managed media operations and contributed to innovation in content production, broadcast distribution, OTT platforms, and content monetization.

Bakhtiar has secured more than $3 billion in committed contracts during her tenure at Amazon Web Services. She advocates for diversity and inclusion, mentors emerging leaders, and supports the advancement of women in technology. Bakhtiar frequently speaks at industry events such as the WICT Leadership Conference, AWS re:Invent, and the Metropolitan Police of London International Women’s Day Event, addressing topics including intersectionality, career planning, and building high-performing teams.

Bakhtiar is also involved in humanitarian efforts, serving on the board of Together1Heart to combat human trafficking and founding Bridge2Act to advance philanthropic giving through technology. Her experience in media, technology, and social impact, along with her commitment to mentorship, establishes her as a public speaker in the global media and entertainment industry.