Payal Kadakia

5 out of 5

Entrepreneur & Fitness Technology Innovator; Founder of ClassPass; Startup Leadership Expert; Founder & Artistic Director of Sa Dance Company

New York, NY, USA
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Payal Kadakia Biography

Payal Kadakia is an entrepreneur and innovator in the fitness and technology sectors, known as the founder of ClassPass. Under Kadakia's leadership, ClassPass expanded access to fitness and wellness experiences, developing into a global platform that connects users with studios and gyms worldwide. Kadakia's expertise in scalable technology solutions and her focus on promoting healthy lifestyles have positioned her as a recognized figure in the startup ecosystem and a frequent contributor to discussions on business transformation and leadership.

In addition to her work with ClassPass, Kadakia is the founder and artistic director of Sa Dance Company, where she has promoted South Asian dance forms and cultural expression internationally. Her work has been featured at major venues and events, demonstrating her ability to integrate entrepreneurship with artistic innovation.

Kadakia regularly appears at conferences, on media outlets, and at industry panels, offering insights on entrepreneurship, diversity, and the intersection of technology and wellness. She is a public speaker and mentor to aspiring founders.

Kadakia's career includes recognition from business publications and organizations for her impact and leadership. She has discussed the challenges of scaling a startup, navigating cultural expectations, and advocating for representation in technology and the arts. Through public speaking and thought leadership, Kadakia shares her experiences in resilience, creativity, and expanding access to wellness.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 10/23/2025.

Payal Kadakia Videos

Interview on Building ClassPass | Payal Kadakia

Interview on Building ClassPass | Payal Kadakia

This episode is part of our USA series, over the coming weeks you will get to see some incredible conversations with guests the likes of which...

Entrepreneurship Journey with ClassPass | Payal Kadakia

Entrepreneurship Journey with ClassPass | Payal Kadakia

ClassPass founder Payal Kadakia was three years old when she found community and confidence through Indian dance. See how she transformed her idea...

Talk on Goal Setting at Google | Payal Kadakia

Talk on Goal Setting at Google | Payal Kadakia

Payal Kadakia discusses her book "LifePass: Drop Your Limits, Rise to Your Potential", which introduces the LifePass method, a unique method of goal...

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