Amit Grinvald

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I help leaders become top 1% speakers. I believe that being a great speaker is not enough—great is not always memorable, actionable, or bookable.

About

I help leaders become top 1% speakers. I believe that being a great speaker is not enough—great is not always memorable, actionable, or bookable. I work with people who already know how to speak and want to own the room every time they present. Over the past decade, I’ve coached Fortune 500 executives, Olympic athletes, TEDx speakers, and award-winning founders to speak with clarity, authority, and impact. My work ranges from private coaching ahead of keynotes or board meetings to running workshops that simplify complex ideas and hosting international panels with energy and precision. I’m passionate about helping brilliant people communicate in a way that moves audiences to action.

Leaders and teams from Microsoft, Google for Startups, Deloitte, Capgemini, TED, the Olympics, and Rolls-Royce trust me to elevate their communication. If you want to speak with more clarity and confidence, host events with sustained energy, and help your team communicate with impact—let’s talk. Let’s make your message impossible to ignore.

  • Joined March 2026

Languages

  • EnglishFluent
  • CzechAdvanced
  • Hebrew (modern)Fluent
  • ChineseIntermediate
  • ThaiBeginner

Industry experience

  • Computers & Electronics
  • Education
  • Non-Profit Organization
  • Professional Services
  • Software & Internet
  • Financial Services
  • Travel & Hospitality
  • Media & Entertainment

Projects · 7

Delivered a keynote on strategic communication at DisruptHR Channel Islands, a fast-paced global event series exploring new ideas in leadership, work, and organisational culture.

Delivered a keynote workshop on building grounded confidence as a leader at Microsoft’s Women’s Leadership Empowerment Conference. The session focused on practical communication tools to help leaders speak with clarity, presence, and impact.

Founder and long-time host of TEDxUNYP, one of Central Europe’s most recognised TEDx events. Curate the programme, coach speakers, and host the live event, guiding audiences through a day of talks that explore big ideas across technology, science, business, and society.

Keynote presentation at Digital Enterprise Show, a leading international B2B event focused on AI and exponential technologies with more than 15,000 attendees. The talk explores how leaders can communicate complex, data-driven ideas in ways that are clear, engaging, and memorable.

Moderated the Breakthrough and Startup Stages at Innovation Week, one of Europe’s largest AI and innovation summits, welcoming over 10,000 attendees. Guided conversations with founders, innovators, and industry leaders, helping translate complex ideas into engaging discussions for a diverse international audience.

Moderated a guided conversation at the flagship TED Conference in Vancouver, exploring practical strategies for having better conversations in work and life. The session brought together TED Fellows and participants in an interactive format designed to encourage reflection, dialogue, and meaningful exchange between attendees.

Work experience

Award-Winning Mentor · Founder Institute, ELAI – European Leadership & Academic Institute, Femme Palette, tech2impactNov 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

As a mentor, I support emerging leaders, founders, and professionals in developing the communication, leadership, and strategic thinking skills needed to navigate complex challenges and opportunities. My focus is on helping individuals clarify their ideas, communicate them with confidence, and grow into thoughtful, effective leaders within their fields. I currently mentor within several international communities and programs, including Founder Institute, ELAI – European Leadership & Academic Institute, Femme Palette, and tech2impact, where I work with entrepreneurs and professionals from diverse backgrounds who are building impactful organisations and careers.

Public Speaking Coach & Trainer · Amit GrinvaldSep 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 3 mos

As a public speaking coach and communication trainer, I work with leaders and experts to help them communicate ideas with clarity, confidence, and impact. My work focuses on turning complex knowledge into messages that audiences understand, remember, and act on—whether on stage, in the boardroom, or in high-stakes presentations. I have coached and trained leaders from organisations including TED, Microsoft, Rolls-Royce, Deloitte, Johnson & Johnson, and the University of Cambridge, as well as world-class athletes and Olympic medallists. Drawing on years of experience as a TEDx organiser, speaker coach, and event host, I help professionals develop the presence, storytelling, and strategic communication skills needed to influence audiences and lead meaningful conversations.

International Event Host & Moderator · Amit GrinvaldNov 2015 – Present · 11 yrs 1 mo

I host and moderate live events in a way that helps conversations come alive and ideas truly land with the audience. My role is to create the energy, flow, and connection that allow speakers to shine and discussions to feel engaging, thoughtful, and memorable. Over the past decade, I’ve led conversations at TED (Flagship Conference in Vancouver), Innovation Week (10k+ attendees), Microsoft, Marbella Startup Finance Forum, NDC Porto, and DataFest Africa. With a background in event organisation, curation, and speaker coaching, I bring a deep understanding of how to shape conversations that feel both well-crafted and genuinely human for everyone in the room.

Education

Connected Leadership · Yale School of Management2023
MSc International Management · University of Buckingham2016 – 2017
BSc Business Administration · Empire State University2013 – 2016
BSc Economics and Management · University of New York in Prague2013 – 2016

Certifications and awards· 5

Open Water Diver Certified2030 – 2026
Personal Trainer2030 – 2026
HSK Level 32030 – 2026
Femme Palette Mentor Certificate2030 – 2026

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