Syed Karim

Founder & CEO of Outernet, Expert on Information Access and Satellite Communication, Global TED Speaker

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Syed Karim Biography

Syed Karim is the founder and CEO of Outernet. He oversees all operations, directs the activities of the team, and leads the development of Outernet’s physical and digital products. Karim's leadership extends to focusing Outernet on the free-to-air broadcast of eBooks and other content, collaborating with entities like Project Gutenberg. The mission of Outernet, under his guidance, emphasizes the human right to access knowledge and information, aligning with organizations such as Harvard and Deutsche Welle.

Prior to Outernet, Karim spent three years managing the investment process for news and information startups in emerging and frontier markets. Before that, he led product development at one of the country’s largest public broadcasters, Chicago Public Media. His interest in the economic and social impact of universal information access, which he studied in graduate school at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, continues to drive his professional pursuits and achievements.

Karim has lived in four countries, conducted business in twelve, and has traveled extensively worldwide. His global perspective enhances his commitment to ensuring broad information access. Additionally, Karim is recognized as a Global TED Speaker, further highlighting his commitment to sharing valuable insights on universal information access and its impacts on society.

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Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 05/29/2024.

Syed Karim Videos

  • Syed Karim presents Outernet - YouTube
  • Syed Karim, Outernet on a satellite media distribution service to ...

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Syed Karim is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics . The estimated speaking fee range to book Syed Karim for your event is available upon request. Syed Karim generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Peter van Manen, Chris Urmson, Trent Lapinski, Avi Rubin and Kevin Allocca. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Syed Karim for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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