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Hala Hanna

Executive Director at MIT Solve & Co-Executive Producer, "The Big Idea"

Executive Director at MIT Solve & Co-Executive Producer, "The Big Idea"

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Hala Hanna Biography

Hala Hanna is the Executive Director of Solve, an initiative of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Not only does she lead this initiative, but she also serves as the co-executive producer for "The Big Idea," an award-winning docu-series about Solve. MIT Solve is a marketplace for social impact innovation with a mission to drive innovation to solve global challenges.

With over 15 years of experience working across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors, Hanna is dedicated to creating a more equitable and sustainable world. Apart from her current role at Solve, she has held significant roles at various international organizations such as the World Economic Forum, the World Bank, and multiple UN agencies. Prior to being named Executive Director, she spent six years at MIT Solve, where she helped build the initiative into a global community.

In her past roles, Hanna notably led a public-private initiative for employment in the Middle East at the World Economic Forum, advised governments on public sector reform and donor engagement through her roles at the World Bank and the United Nations, and developed strategies and business models for nonprofits. She served as Director of Strategy and Impact at the World Economic Forum, and her work experience spans the Middle East, North America, Europe, and Africa.

Hanna holds degrees from Harvard University's Kennedy School of Government and the American University of Beirut. Her insights about utilizing technology and innovation to bridge equity gaps have been featured in esteemed publications like TechCrunch, Boston Globe, and Project Syndicate. She frequently shares her expertise and thoughts at industry events, including SXSW, World Economic Forum, and Aspen.

Hala Hanna Speaking Topics

  • The Role of Technology in Social Impact

  • Innovative Solutions for Global Challenges & Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals

  • Building Sustainable and Equitable Futures

  • Local Solutions, Global Progress

  • Innovative Financing for Social Impact

  • The Future of Work

Hala Hanna Videos

  • Spotlight: President Nicolas Sarkozy
    President Nicolas Sarkozy is in conversation with Ms Hala Hanna, as he discusses his life and career, and how he sees the world in 2030.
  • Opening Plenary: Welcoming Remarks from Hala Hanna
  • Dynamics to Change Industries | Hala Hanna | Keynote x ChangeNOW2024

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Hala Hanna is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as The Role of Technology in Social Impact, Innovative Solutions for Global Challenges & Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals, Building Sustainable and Equitable Futures, Local Solutions, Global Progress, Innovative Financing for Social Impact and The Future of Work. The estimated speaking fee range to book Hala Hanna for your event is $10,000 - $20,000. Hala Hanna generally travels from Boston, MA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Sharon Gai, Jessica Brillhart, Joanna Peña-Bickley, Kiara Nirghin and Sallie Krawcheck. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Hala Hanna for an upcoming live or virtual event.

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