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Crystal Kadakia

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Author, Thought Leader, Consultant for Millennials & Modernizing the Workplace

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Crystal Kadakia Biography

Crystal Kadakia is a two-time TEDx speaker, international keynoter, and best selling author, known for transforming the toughest workplace changes into exciting possibilities for our digital world. As an organization development consultant, she brings organizations into the digital age, leveling up people strategies in areas such as career development, learning culture, inclusion, leadership development, and employee engagement. Past clients include General Mills, Southern Company, Monster.com, Wells Fargo, and other organizations. She also brings deep training expertise as the co-creator of the Owens-Kadakia Learning Cluster Design model, that upskills the training industry to design modern learning, supported by ATD.

Through her best-selling book, "The Millennial Myth: Transforming Misunderstanding into Workplace Breakthroughs" (Berrett-Koehler, 2017), and keynotes, Kadakia has changed the story around generation gap for thousands over the past decade. Her most recent book "Designing for Modern Learning: Beyond ADDIE and SAM" (ATD, 2020) calls for a transformation of the training industry, empowering relevancy in the digital age. Her current project is a deep study of self-leadership actions that help create connection, escape burnout, and overcome other challenges unique to the digital age.

Kadakia is honored to be a Power 30 Under 30, CLO Learning in Practice, and ATD One to Watch award recipient. Her academic background includes a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and a master’s in Organization Development. Originally from Austin, TX, she is now based in Atlanta, GA with her husband Jeremy, where they love immersing in nature’s way of life and cultural experiences.

Speaking Topics
  • BREAKTHROUGH BURNOUT TOGETHER

    The truth is we are all tired. Facing the reality of widespread burnout is the first step to overcoming it. In this talk, I share what’s making us so tired, how to conquer energy drains, and how to change the paradigm together. Inspiring and team building, this talk will help create a new vision of every day work in the hybrid VUCA world.

    • Spark your awareness of how living in a digital world both enables and disables productivity & happiness
    • Consider challenges like Mindless Doing, Disconnected Relationships, and Act “As If” Loyalty
    • Learn how to empower yourself & your team, rather than be held hostage by the constant environmental challenges

  • PRACTICAL ACTS OF INCLUSION

    While there’s barriers to inclusion we all know exist, the real problem is that it’s a near-impossible challenge to train the worst of human nature out. To achieve inclusion, we have to learn where, when, and how we shine at inclusion already and put systems in place to intentionally make these happen every day. Inclusion is a complex capability that I believe is not built through hearing greater information. This is a generative talk in which the audience participates in activities to process and internalize the insights being shared. This talk builds culture, bridges, and new relationships.

    • Discuss thinking and acting for diversity vs thinking and acting for inclusion on a day to day basis
    • Identify and practice strengths already used by each individual audience member to build inclusion
    • Identify a key practice to take back to build inclusion into every day

  • SOCIAL EQUATIONS FOR STEM/TECH PROFESSIONALS

    Technical talent contributes a big lift to society. But do we do them justice? Not only do they have to have the know-how to think through extremely complex, analytical challenges, they then have to navigate equally complex social dynamics to get their solutions out there. Given my background as a chemical engineer, I know that technical work is to important to not be heard effectively – it slows down bringing vital innovations to market.

    In this talk, I bring new energy to technical talent by shortcutting some of the most frequent and career-impacting social situations. Based on my latest book, Social Equations, this talk can be customized towards particular problems you’d like insight on for your audience.

  • MARKETING & MOVEMENT BUILDING WITH LEARNING

    Building a movement around a new idea or product? Get a different perspective on marketing and communication campaigns from the lens of learning.

    I believe that every moment of effective communication needs a moment of learning. That’s why how people learn can make a difference to movement builders and business professionals.

    In this talk, I draw on my work on the Learning Cluster Design model, a leading modern learning design method in the training industry, to inspire new thinking for communication, marketing, and community builders. This is an interactive keynote, where attendees can have a project in mind and can apply the inspiration they hear.

  • THE MILLENNIAL MYTH

    Believe it or not, we are all guilty of the habits young talent are often accused of: low attention span, constant multitasking and distraction, overwhelmed by information overload, lack of loyalty and more.

    Change the conversation about Millennials and Gen Z for your team – stop talking in circles and make forward progress instead.

    Based on the Amazon bestseller, The Millennial Myth, in this talk, you will not only change your mind on the five biggest myths about young generations, but learn how to navigate today’s digital mindset and behavior.

    • Move beyond the notion that generational differences are the source of today’s workplace woes
    • Build compassion for and bridges with employees who have grown up in a digital world
    • Discover relationship, management and leadership practices that apply to all generations and talent of the future

Videos
Books
Your Career: How To Make it Happen

Your Career: How To Make it Happen

Designing for Modern Learning

Designing for Modern Learning

The Millennial Myth: Transforming Misunderstanding into Workplace Breakthroughs

The Millennial Myth: Transforming Misunderstanding into Workplace Breakthroughs

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  • HOW TO BOOK Crystal Kadakia?

    Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Crystal Kadakia for both live and virtual events for over 15 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment. Fill out a booking request form for Crystal Kadakia, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for Crystal Kadakia or any other celebrity of your choice.
  • HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO BOOK Crystal Kadakia?

    Speaking fees for Crystal Kadakia, or any other keynote speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The amount that Crystal Kadakia charges to speak often varies according to the circumstances, including their schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. The speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Crystal Kadakia, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.
  • WHO IS THE AGENT FOR Crystal Kadakia?

    All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Crystal Kadakia for clients worldwide for more than 15 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Crystal Kadakia for your next private or corporate function.
  • WHAT IS A FULL-SERVICE TALENT BOOKING AGENCY?

    All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Crystal Kadakia or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Crystal Kadakia or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.
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Crystal Kadakia Biography

Crystal Kadakia is a two-time TEDx speaker, international keynoter, and best selling author, known for transforming the toughest workplace changes into exciting possibilities for our digital world. As an organization development consultant, she brings organizations into the digital age, leveling up people strategies in areas such as career development, learning culture, inclusion, leadership development, and employee engagement. Past clients include General Mills, Southern Company, Monster.com, Wells Fargo, and other organizations. She also brings deep training expertise as the co-creator of the Owens-Kadakia Learning Cluster Design model, that upskills the training industry to design modern learning, supported by ATD.

Through her best-selling book, "The Millennial Myth: Transforming Misunderstanding into Workplace Breakthroughs" (Berrett-Koehler, 2017), and keynotes, Kadakia has changed the story around generation gap for thousands over the past decade. Her most recent book "Designing for Modern Learning: Beyond ADDIE and SAM" (ATD, 2020) calls for a transformation of the training industry, empowering relevancy in the digital age. Her current project is a deep study of self-leadership actions that help create connection, escape burnout, and overcome other challenges unique to the digital age.

Kadakia is honored to be a Power 30 Under 30, CLO Learning in Practice, and ATD One to Watch award recipient. Her academic background includes a bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering and a master’s in Organization Development. Originally from Austin, TX, she is now based in Atlanta, GA with her husband Jeremy, where they love immersing in nature’s way of life and cultural experiences.

Crystal Kadakia Speaking Topics

  • BREAKTHROUGH BURNOUT TOGETHER

    The truth is we are all tired. Facing the reality of widespread burnout is the first step to overcoming it. In this talk, I share what’s making us so tired, how to conquer energy drains, and how to change the paradigm together. Inspiring and team building, this talk will help create a new vision of every day work in the hybrid VUCA world.

    • Spark your awareness of how living in a digital world both enables and disables productivity & happiness
    • Consider challenges like Mindless Doing, Disconnected Relationships, and Act “As If” Loyalty
    • Learn how to empower yourself & your team, rather than be held hostage by the constant environmental challenges

  • PRACTICAL ACTS OF INCLUSION

    While there’s barriers to inclusion we all know exist, the real problem is that it’s a near-impossible challenge to train the worst of human nature out. To achieve inclusion, we have to learn where, when, and how we shine at inclusion already and put systems in place to intentionally make these happen every day. Inclusion is a complex capability that I believe is not built through hearing greater information. This is a generative talk in which the audience participates in activities to process and internalize the insights being shared. This talk builds culture, bridges, and new relationships.

    • Discuss thinking and acting for diversity vs thinking and acting for inclusion on a day to day basis
    • Identify and practice strengths already used by each individual audience member to build inclusion
    • Identify a key practice to take back to build inclusion into every day

  • SOCIAL EQUATIONS FOR STEM/TECH PROFESSIONALS

    Technical talent contributes a big lift to society. But do we do them justice? Not only do they have to have the know-how to think through extremely complex, analytical challenges, they then have to navigate equally complex social dynamics to get their solutions out there. Given my background as a chemical engineer, I know that technical work is to important to not be heard effectively – it slows down bringing vital innovations to market.

    In this talk, I bring new energy to technical talent by shortcutting some of the most frequent and career-impacting social situations. Based on my latest book, Social Equations, this talk can be customized towards particular problems you’d like insight on for your audience.

  • MARKETING & MOVEMENT BUILDING WITH LEARNING

    Building a movement around a new idea or product? Get a different perspective on marketing and communication campaigns from the lens of learning.

    I believe that every moment of effective communication needs a moment of learning. That’s why how people learn can make a difference to movement builders and business professionals.

    In this talk, I draw on my work on the Learning Cluster Design model, a leading modern learning design method in the training industry, to inspire new thinking for communication, marketing, and community builders. This is an interactive keynote, where attendees can have a project in mind and can apply the inspiration they hear.

  • THE MILLENNIAL MYTH

    Believe it or not, we are all guilty of the habits young talent are often accused of: low attention span, constant multitasking and distraction, overwhelmed by information overload, lack of loyalty and more.

    Change the conversation about Millennials and Gen Z for your team – stop talking in circles and make forward progress instead.

    Based on the Amazon bestseller, The Millennial Myth, in this talk, you will not only change your mind on the five biggest myths about young generations, but learn how to navigate today’s digital mindset and behavior.

    • Move beyond the notion that generational differences are the source of today’s workplace woes
    • Build compassion for and bridges with employees who have grown up in a digital world
    • Discover relationship, management and leadership practices that apply to all generations and talent of the future

Crystal Kadakia Videos

  • Crystal Kadakia Two-Time TEDx and Keynote Speaker
    Crystal Kadakia is a future of work thought leader. Her mission is to cultivate a future of work that embraces the possibilities of the cultural,...
  • Crystal Kadakia | Virtual Speaking Engagements | Future of Work
    An overview of working with Crystal Kadakia for virtual keynotes and virtual speaking engagements related to topics like future of work, generations,...
  • Millennials - Coma or Powered? Crystal Kadakia at TEDxSarasota
    Crystal Kadakia is a training manager, engineer, and rising thought leader dedicated to providing practical insight on Generation Y. She owns Career...

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  • How to book Crystal Kadakia?

    Our booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure talent like Crystal Kadakia for both live and virtual events for over 20 years. The team at All American Entertainment represents and listens to the needs of organizations and corporations seeking to hire keynote speakers, celebrities or entertainers for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment. Fill out a booking request form for Crystal Kadakia, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get pricing information and check availability for Crystal Kadakia or any other celebrity of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Crystal Kadakia?

    Speaking fees for Crystal Kadakia, or any other keynote speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The amount that Crystal Kadakia charges to speak often varies according to the circumstances, including their schedule, market conditions, length of presentation, and the location of the event. The speaker fees listed on this website are intended to serve as a guideline only. In some cases, the actual quote may be above or below the stated range. For the most current fee to hire Crystal Kadakia, please fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak with an experienced booking agent.
  • Who is the agent for Crystal Kadakia?

    All American Entertainment has successfully secured celebrity talent like Crystal Kadakia for clients worldwide for more than 20 years. As a full-service talent booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Fill out the booking request form or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Crystal Kadakia for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service talent booking agency?

    All American Speakers is a "buyers agent" and exclusively represents talent buyers, meeting planners and event professionals, who are looking to secure celebrities and speakers for personal appearances, speaking engagements, corporate entertainment, public relations campaigns, commercials, or endorsements. We do not exclusively represent Crystal Kadakia or claim ourselves as the exclusive booking agency, business manager, publicist, speakers bureau or management for Crystal Kadakia or any other speaker or celebrity on this website. For more information on how we work and what makes us unique, please read the AAE Advantage.

Crystal Kadakia is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as BREAKTHROUGH BURNOUT TOGETHER, PRACTICAL ACTS OF INCLUSION, SOCIAL EQUATIONS FOR STEM/TECH PROFESSIONALS, MARKETING & MOVEMENT BUILDING WITH LEARNING and THE MILLENNIAL MYTH. The estimated speaking fee range to book Crystal Kadakia for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Crystal Kadakia generally travels from Atlanta, GA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Cheryl Cran, Jeanne Meister, Libby Gill, Dr. Jackie Freiberg and Natalie Nixon. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Crystal Kadakia for an upcoming live or virtual event.

Crystal Kadakia Speaking Topics

  • BREAKTHROUGH BURNOUT TOGETHER

    The truth is we are all tired. Facing the reality of widespread burnout is the first step to overcoming it. In this talk, I share what’s making us so tired, how to conquer energy drains, and how to change the paradigm together. Inspiring and team building, this talk will help create a new vision of every day work in the hybrid VUCA world.

    • Spark your awareness of how living in a digital world both enables and disables productivity & happiness
    • Consider challenges like Mindless Doing, Disconnected Relationships, and Act “As If” Loyalty
    • Learn how to empower yourself & your team, rather than be held hostage by the constant environmental challenges

  • PRACTICAL ACTS OF INCLUSION

    While there’s barriers to inclusion we all know exist, the real problem is that it’s a near-impossible challenge to train the worst of human nature out. To achieve inclusion, we have to learn where, when, and how we shine at inclusion already and put systems in place to intentionally make these happen every day. Inclusion is a complex capability that I believe is not built through hearing greater information. This is a generative talk in which the audience participates in activities to process and internalize the insights being shared. This talk builds culture, bridges, and new relationships.

    • Discuss thinking and acting for diversity vs thinking and acting for inclusion on a day to day basis
    • Identify and practice strengths already used by each individual audience member to build inclusion
    • Identify a key practice to take back to build inclusion into every day

  • SOCIAL EQUATIONS FOR STEM/TECH PROFESSIONALS

    Technical talent contributes a big lift to society. But do we do them justice? Not only do they have to have the know-how to think through extremely complex, analytical challenges, they then have to navigate equally complex social dynamics to get their solutions out there. Given my background as a chemical engineer, I know that technical work is to important to not be heard effectively – it slows down bringing vital innovations to market.

    In this talk, I bring new energy to technical talent by shortcutting some of the most frequent and career-impacting social situations. Based on my latest book, Social Equations, this talk can be customized towards particular problems you’d like insight on for your audience.

  • MARKETING & MOVEMENT BUILDING WITH LEARNING

    Building a movement around a new idea or product? Get a different perspective on marketing and communication campaigns from the lens of learning.

    I believe that every moment of effective communication needs a moment of learning. That’s why how people learn can make a difference to movement builders and business professionals.

    In this talk, I draw on my work on the Learning Cluster Design model, a leading modern learning design method in the training industry, to inspire new thinking for communication, marketing, and community builders. This is an interactive keynote, where attendees can have a project in mind and can apply the inspiration they hear.

  • THE MILLENNIAL MYTH

    Believe it or not, we are all guilty of the habits young talent are often accused of: low attention span, constant multitasking and distraction, overwhelmed by information overload, lack of loyalty and more.

    Change the conversation about Millennials and Gen Z for your team – stop talking in circles and make forward progress instead.

    Based on the Amazon bestseller, The Millennial Myth, in this talk, you will not only change your mind on the five biggest myths about young generations, but learn how to navigate today’s digital mindset and behavior.

    • Move beyond the notion that generational differences are the source of today’s workplace woes
    • Build compassion for and bridges with employees who have grown up in a digital world
    • Discover relationship, management and leadership practices that apply to all generations and talent of the future

Crystal Kadakia Speaker Videos

  • Crystal Kadakia Two-Time TEDx and Keynote Speaker
    Crystal Kadakia is a future of work thought leader. Her mission is to cultivate a future of work that embraces the possibilities of the cultural, technological, and generational differences leaders...
    Crystal Kadakia | Virtual Speaking Engagements | Future of Work
    An overview of working with Crystal Kadakia for virtual keynotes and virtual speaking engagements related to topics like future of work, generations, change management, and...
  • Millennials - Coma or Powered? Crystal Kadakia at TEDxSarasota
    Crystal Kadakia is a training manager, engineer, and rising thought leader dedicated to providing practical insight on Generation Y. She owns Career Indulgence, creating Gen Y-related strategies that...

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All American Entertainment (AAE) exclusively represents the interests of talent buyers, and does not claim to be the agency or management for any speaker or artist on this site. AAE is a talent booking agency for paid events only. We do not handle requests for donation of time or media requests for interviews, and cannot provide celebrity contact information.

If you are the talent and wish to request a profile update or removal from our online directory, please submit a profile request form.

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