Your Audience Deserves More Than Slides and Buzzwords
Rebooked by eTail Asia since 2023. I keynote on marketing, AI, and digital transformation — drawing from 14 years of building businesses, not reading about them.
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Interactive Sessions. Practical Takeaways. No Fluff.
I keynote, moderate panels, facilitate executive roundtables, and run corporate workshops — always on marketing, AI, or digital transformation.
My sessions are interactive — live polls, audience Q&A, and real-time participation — not one-way lectures. I customise every talk to the specific audience, and I do the homework on every panel I moderate.
Organisers get a speaker who's low-maintenance, well-prepared, and knows how to hold a room.
At a Global Business Chambers event, I walked into a room of SME owners who hadn't asked a single question all day. Within five minutes, they were scanning QR codes, voting in live polls, and debating the results on screen. By the end of my 45-minute session, the Q&A ran over — and a line of founders waited to exchange cards. That's the kind of session I deliver.
As a panelist, I bring specific numbers and real case studies from running a 40+ person agency and working with 30+ startups — not buzzwords.
As a moderator, I research every panelist and prepare questions that draw out insights the audience can't get elsewhere. I keep discussions sharp, on-time, and genuinely useful.
As a roundtable facilitator, I create the conditions for senior leaders to have the conversations they can't have on stage — honest, specific, and focused on what's actually working.
How You Can Book Me
Keynote (30-45 min)
A focused, high-energy talk with clear frameworks, real examples, and audience interaction. Customised to your event theme and audience.
Panel Moderator
I research every panelist, prepare questions that go beyond surface-level, and keep the discussion sharp, balanced, and on-time.
Panelist
Specific numbers, real case studies, and operator-level answers — not rehearsed talking points.
Roundtable Facilitator
Structured conversations for senior leaders — honest, specific, and focused on what's actually working in their industries.
Corporate Workshop (Half-Day / Full-Day)
Hands-on training sessions on digital marketing, AI workflows, or growth strategy. Interactive exercises, not passive lectures.
Podcast & Media Appearances
Available for podcast interviews, media commentary, and expert panel recordings on marketing, AI, and digital transformation.
Where I've Spoken
eTail Asia 2023-2025
Invited back annually since 2023 to moderate panels and lead sessions on AI in marketing, e-commerce, and digital transformation for APAC's leading e-commerce and digital marketing conference.
Programmatic Pioneers Summit Asia
Chairperson and speaker on programmatic advertising and the future of digital media across Asia. (Watch event interview)
Meta Summit 2025
Panelist on the future of omnichannel business messaging and emerging technology at Meta's annual industry summit.
AmCham Singapore Events
Co-Chair of the Marketing & Communications Committee. Regular panelist and facilitator at AmCham events, including SME Tips & Tricks and Committee Connect sessions on digital marketing and growth.
Plug & Play APAC
Guest speaker on marketing and go-to-market strategy for startups as a Plug & Play accelerator mentor.
PSB Academy Podcast
Invited as a guest to discuss data analytics, marketing measurement, and how businesses can use data to make better decisions. (Watch podcast episode)
Talk Topics & Sessions
AI in Marketing
How marketing teams are actually using AI today — not the hype, but the workflows. From content generation and campaign optimisation to AI-powered targeting and measurement. Includes live demos and real examples from running AI workflows inside 2Stallions.
Full-Funnel Digital Marketing & Sales
The full-funnel marketing playbook: from awareness campaigns to conversion-optimised pipelines. Includes real campaign examples from B2B, retail, and e-commerce across Asia.
Entrepreneurship & Startups
The real lessons from building companies, raising capital, and scaling teams across Asia. From founding 2Stallions and launching ChutneyAds to working with 30+ startups — what actually works, what breaks, and what I'd do differently.
Business Growth & Scaling
What changes when a company goes from 10 to 100 people — and what breaks. Lessons from building a 40+ person agency across 6 countries and working with 30+ startups on growth, GTM, and operating cadence.
Digital Transformation
What digital transformation actually looks like inside a company — beyond the slides. How to get teams to adopt AI tools, restructure around data, and stop treating transformation as a one-time project.
Marketing Analytics & Measurement
How to build measurement frameworks that connect marketing spend to revenue — and how to push data decisions down so teams move faster. Includes real examples from running campaigns for 400+ brands.
Have a different topic in mind? I customise every session — get in touch and let's discuss.
Sessions I Can Deliver
AI Is Changing Marketing — Here's What's Actually Working
KeynoteA practical look at how marketing teams are using AI today — the workflows that save time, the tools that deliver results, and the hype you can safely ignore. Includes live examples from 2Stallions.
Growth Marketing for SMEs: The Frameworks That Scale
Keynote / WorkshopThe growth marketing playbook that works for businesses without enterprise budgets. Covers full-funnel strategy, measurement, and channel prioritisation — with interactive audience exercises.
From Traction to Scale: The Growth Playbook for Startups in Asia
KeynoteWhat changes when a startup moves from product-market fit to scaling — the team decisions, GTM shifts, and operational habits that matter. Drawn from working with 30+ startups.
The Shift from SEO to AI Engine Optimisation
Keynote / PanelHow AI is replacing traditional search — and what businesses need to do now to stay visible in a world of AI-generated answers.
Digital Transformation That Actually Sticks
Keynote / WorkshopWhat real digital transformation looks like — getting teams to adopt AI tools, restructure around data, and stop treating transformation as a consultant-led initiative.
Have a different session in mind? I tailor every talk to your audience — get in touch and let's build it together.
From Inquiry to Event Day
1. Tell Me About Your Event
Share details about your audience, event theme, format, and dates. I respond to all inquiries within 48 hours.
2. We Align on Topic & Format
I customise the session to your specific audience — no canned presentations. We agree on the topic angle, format, and key takeaways.
3. I Prepare & Deliver
I do the homework — researching your audience, your industry, and (for panels) every panelist. You get a polished, interactive session.
4. Post-Event Follow-Up
Slides and resources shared with organisers. Happy to connect with attendees and support post-event content.
Fees vary by format, duration, and location.
Frequently Asked Questions
What topics does Dhawal Shah speak on?
Dhawal Shah speaks on marketing, AI in marketing, digital transformation, business growth, marketing analytics, and go-to-market strategy. His talks draw from 14 years of operating experience — building 2Stallions (a 40+ person digital marketing agency), launching ChutneyAds (an AI-powered ad network), and working with 30+ startups across Asia.
Where is Dhawal Shah based and does he travel for events?
Dhawal is based in Singapore and regularly speaks at events across Asia and the Middle East (MENA). He has spoken at conferences in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, and the UAE. He is available for international events — contact him to discuss logistics and availability.
What speaking formats does Dhawal Shah offer?
Dhawal is available for keynote presentations (30-45 minutes), panel moderation, panel participation, executive roundtable facilitation, corporate workshops (half-day or full-day), and podcast or media appearances. Each format is tailored to the specific audience and event.
Does Dhawal Shah customise talks for specific audiences?
Yes. Every talk is customised to the specific audience and event theme. Dhawal does not deliver canned presentations — he researches the audience, industry, and event context to ensure the session is relevant and actionable. For panels, he researches every panelist to prepare questions that draw out unique insights.
What are Dhawal Shah's speaking fees?
Speaking fees vary by format (keynote, panel, workshop), duration, and location. Contact Dhawal directly to discuss rates and availability for your event.
How far in advance should I book Dhawal Shah?
Ideally 4-8 weeks in advance for keynotes and panels, and 6-8 weeks for workshops that require custom materials. For large conferences, earlier is better — contact him to check availability for your dates.
Has Dhawal Shah been rebooked by event organisers?
Yes. Dhawal has been invited back to eTail Asia every year since 2023, and is a regular speaker and facilitator at AmCham Singapore events, where he also serves as Co-Chair of the Marketing & Communications Committee. Event organisers rebook him because his sessions are interactive, well-prepared, and deliver practical takeaways audiences can use immediately.
Can Dhawal Shah moderate panels?
Yes, panel moderation is one of Dhawal's strongest formats. He has moderated panels at eTail Asia, Programmatic Pioneers Summit Asia, and AmCham events. He researches every panelist, prepares questions that go beyond surface-level, and keeps discussions sharp, balanced, and on-time.
Planning an Event?
Tell me about your audience, topic, and format. I'll get back to you within 48 hours with ideas for a session that works.
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