Kara Goldin

Entrepreneur Kara Goldin is founder and CEO of hint inc., the San Francisco-based company known for its leading unsweetened flavored water. hint® also recently introduced a sunscreen spray that is oxybenzone and paraben-free, scented with hint fruit essence. Under Goldin's leadership, hint® has emphasized health-conscious products and challenged major soda brands, establishing itself as a pioneer in the beverage industry.

Goldin has been recognized for her entrepreneurial acumen and innovative spirit, being named among Fortune's Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs and Forbes' 40 Women to Watch Over 40. The Huffington Post listed her as one of six disruptors in business, alongside influential figures such as Steve Jobs and Mark Zuckerberg. Her accolades include EY Entrepreneur of the Year 2017 Northern California, SF Business Times Most Influential Women, Fast Company Most Creative People in Business, and she is a 2012 recipient of the EY Winning Women award.

Previously, Goldin served as Vice President of Shopping and E-commerce Partnerships at AOL, where she led the growth of its startup shopping business to a $1 billion enterprise. She is also the author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller "Undaunted: Overcoming Doubts and Doubters," which reflects her journey in overcoming challenges in her career. Goldin hosts the podcast "Unstoppable with Kara Goldin," where she engages with change makers, further demonstrating her commitment to inspiring others.

Goldin is a proactive business speaker and writer, a member of C200 and the San Francisco Bay Young Presidents Organization. Additionally, she founded The Kara Network in 2016, a digital resource and mentoring platform for entrepreneurs, advocating for purpose over profit and sharing insights into building businesses from scratch. Goldin resides in the Bay Area with her family and 3 labradors, continually inspiring and fostering a community of future leaders.