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Shelley Zalis is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Communication, DEI, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Female Leadership, Gender Equality, Influential Women, Marketing, Personal Growth, Women in Business

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AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Shelley Zalis for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker 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. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Shelley Zalis for your next private or corporate function.

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Shelley Zalis Biography

Known as the “Chief Troublemaker,” Shelley Zalis, CEO & Founder of The Female Quotient, is a trailblazing CEO, entrepreneur, three-time movement maker, and global advocate for women in the workplace.

Today, Zalis is dedicated to the Business of Equality®, amplifying the visibility and voices of corporate women globally and driving systemic change across industries. She co-founded #SeeHer, a groundbreaking initiative to ensure accurate portrayals of women in media, and launched The Female Quotient, known for its signature Equality Lounge®—spaces for conscious conversations and collective action that are inclusive destinations at industry conferences worldwide. Earlier in her career, Zalis pioneered online research by founding Online Testing Exchange (OTX), revolutionizing the market research industry before selling the company to Ipsos for $80 million.

At The Female Quotient, Zalis has built the largest global community of more than 6 million women in business spanning 30 industries and 100 countries. Her work fosters collaboration, connection, and intentional action to change the equation, close the gender gap and transform workplace cultures.

Recognized as one of LinkedIn’s Top 20 Most Influential Voices globally, Zalis is a sought-after thought leader and contributor to TIME, Forbes and IMD. Her numerous accolades include the Matrix Award from New York Women in Communications, the Global Leaders 50 List, the Industry Legend Award from the AdClub, the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and the Entrepreneur Award from Springboard Enterprises. The Female Quotient was recognized as a Fast Company Brands That Matter in 2024.

A visionary leader, Zalis proves that breaking the rules - rules mainly made for and by men before women were in the workplace - is key to creating equality for all.

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Shelley Zalis Speaking Topics

The Secret to Successful Leadership Today

Leadership matters more today than ever before. Traits traditionally associated with femininity, such as empathy, collaboration and passion, are essential in today’s changing business environment.

Shelley Zalis, CEO, The Female Quotient, will share:
- A time when she was told there was no room for emotions in the boardroom, why she didn’t listen to that advice, and how it helped her to build and sell an $83 million online research business
- How men and women can cultivate their own feminine leadership strengths
- Why doing so will boost your impact as a leader—and your company’s bottom line
How to Create a Culture of Belonging At Work

With so many companies talking about making diversity a priority but falling short of the mark, diversity and inclusivity initiatives will be successful only if everyone experiences a feeling of belonging in the workplace. It’s not just a feel-good move; it’s good for business. Study after study has shown that diversity leads to more creative teams and more profitable companies. Shelley Zalis, CEO, The Female Quotient, shares solutions to creating a culture of belonging at work to help employees—and companies—thrive.

You will learn:
- Why diversity isn’t just about gender or race, it’s also about diversity of background and mindset
- Strategies for helping each individual feel included and like she or he belongs—regardless of gender, race or sexuality
- Practices for getting comfortable with being uncomfortable in order for companies to progress towards more inclusive workplaces
- Why we need accountability in order for change to happen, and how to create it

Be a Change Agent: What You Can Do To Advance Gender Equality Now

The United States (and the world) is going backwards on gender equality: The U.S. now ranked 49 in gender equality (down from 23rd out of 144 in 2006), according to the Global Gender Gap Report 2017. We have to stop admiring the problem and start activating solutions for change. Shelley Zalis, CEO, The Female Quotient, offers action steps to help drive equality now.

You will learn:

Why gender equality isn’t just a female issue, but a social and economic imperative
How to create a safe and comfortable space for employees to honestly reflect about bias, which we all have
How to attract and retain more female talent in your company
How to bring men into the equality conversation and engage them to be part of the solution

Shelley Zalis Videos

Shelley Zalis - RealLeaders UNITE 2025

Shelley Zalis shares groundbreaking strategies on gender equality and inclusive leadership inspiring you to break barriers and lead with impact.
Shelley Zalis, In The C Space Studio – CES 2024

The Female Quotient's Founder discusses the future of tech, change the equation and close the gender gap.
Shelley Zalis 15 SEC DRUM

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FAQs on booking Shelley Zalis

How do I book Shelley Zalis to speak at my event?

Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Shelley Zalis for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Shelley Zalis, 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 speaking fee information and check availability for Shelley Zalis or any other speaker of your choice.
What are the speaker fees for Shelley Zalis

Speaking fees for Shelley Zalis, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Shelley Zalis are for live events and for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Shelley Zalis, click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
What topics does Shelley Zalis speak about?

Shelley Zalis is a keynote speaker and industry expert whose speaking topics include Communication, DEI, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Female Leadership, Gender Equality, Influential Women, Marketing, Personal Growth, Women in Business.
Where does Shelley Zalis travel from?

Shelley Zalis generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA, but can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. For more details, please contact an AAE Booking agent.
Who is Shelley Zalis’s agent?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully booked keynote speakers like Shelley Zalis for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker 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. Please click the Check Availability button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Shelley Zalis for your next private or corporate function.
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Shelley Zalis or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best, unbiased speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.

Shelley Zalis is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Secret to Successful Leadership Today, How to Create a Culture of Belonging At Work and Be a Change Agent: What You Can Do To Advance Gender Equality Now. The estimated speaking fee range to book Shelley Zalis for your event is $30,000 - $50,000. Shelley Zalis generally travels from Los Angeles, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Angelica Malin, Donna Orender, Kristie Kennedy, Amy Jo Martin and Fran Hauser. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Shelley Zalis for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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