Gen Z Marketing & Culture Strategist; Founder of JUV Consulting & Redefy; Head of Next Gen at United Talent Agency

New York, NY, USA
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Ziad Ahmed Biography

Ziad Ahmed is a social entrepreneur, strategist, and speaker recognized for his expertise on Generation Z in marketing, culture, and social impact. Ahmed first drew national attention as a teenager when he applied to Stanford University by submitting the hashtag #BlackLivesMatter 100 times in response to the prompt "What matters to you, and why?" This unconventional application ignited conversations about youth activism and the influence of social media. At age 14, Ahmed founded Redefy, a youth-run nonprofit focused on combating stereotypes and promoting understanding among diverse communities. Redefy leverages digital platforms to amplify marginalized voices and foster empathy, reaching hundreds of thousands of young people and establishing chapters in more than 10 countries.

At 16, Ahmed founded JUV Consulting, a Gen Z agency connecting brands to youth culture. He launched the company to address misunderstandings about his generation. JUV Consulting has worked with more than 300 clients, including over 30 Fortune 500 companies, and has been profiled by the New York Times. The agency has launched purpose-driven media campaigns and created ZCON, an industry conference featuring only Gen Z speakers. JUV Consulting was described by Refinery29 as "the largest and most popular Gen Z agency." Ahmed continues to lead his team at the intersection of content, community, and culture. Ahmed serves as Senior Vice President and Head of Talent at United Talent Agency.

Ahmed was named to the Forbes 30 Under 30 list in marketing and advertising for his work with JUV Consulting. He has received the Princeton Prize in Race Relations, the Presidential Gold Service Award, the High School Trailblazer Award from MTV, and a spot on Business Insider's Top 15 Young Prodigies Changing the World. He was selected as an inaugural Obama USA Leader by the Obama Foundation and was named one of the world's Most Influential ESG Leaders by WWD. Ahmed is a Yale graduate, where he focused his research on social media's impact on policymaking.

Ahmed has delivered four TEDx Talks, including TEDxYouth@ISP, TEDxAAS, TEDxTeen, and TEDxYouth@Harlow. He has appeared at events such as Cannes Lions and the White House and has been featured in media outlets including CNN, VICE, and The Guardian. He has delivered keynote speeches for organizations such as American Express, VidCon, and Verizon's BUILD Series. His writing has appeared in Teen Vogue and The Huffington Post. Ahmed's work centers on the belief that diverse young people deserve a genuine seat at the table, positioning him as a leading voice for audiences seeking insight into the generation shaping culture, commerce, and community.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 09/22/2026.

Ziad Ahmed Videos

The Soul & Science of Gen Z | JUV Consulting Founder Ziad Ahmed

The Soul & Science of Gen Z | JUV Consulting Founder Ziad Ahmed

In this episode of the Soul & Science Podcast, the founder of JUV Consulting, Ziad Ahmed joins us to teach us how to truly connect with your Gen Z...

UTA Marketing, Head of Next Gen, Ziad Ahmed

UTA Marketing, Head of Next Gen, Ziad Ahmed

Uploaded by New York Stock Exchange on 2025-06-12.

Am I a Stereotype? | Ziad Ahmed | TEDxYouth@ISP

Am I a Stereotype? | Ziad Ahmed | TEDxYouth@ISP

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