business mentor, keynote speaker & startup advisor. an american lost in lisbon.
Success is science, if you have the conditions you get the results.
about my work
Hello, I’m Shannon Hematian — a technology entrepreneur, business strategist, and creative innovator with a passion for empowering the next generation of leaders. Since founding my first company at 19, I’ve built and led four successful businesses across tech, design, and education.My work centers on blending technology, creativity, and strategic leadership to drive meaningful innovation. I translate complex ideas in a simple, delightful way — turning big, technical, or abstract concepts into clear, visual explanations that are easy to understand and hard to forget. Whether I’m delivering a keynote, leading a hands-on workshop, or mentoring founders and entertainers, my goal is always the same: to unlock potential, spark transformation and tell a great story.Through my team-building programs and advisory services, I help businesses, creatives, and high-performers connect, grow, and thrive. My clients have ranged from rising entrepreneurs to household names in Hollywood — and I’m proud to be known for my high-energy coaching style and commitment to results.I'm passionate about STEM education, Art and neuroscience. From science outreach to entrepreneurship mentoring, I aim to make complex ideas accessible, actionable, and exciting.
“it’s not bragging if you can back it up.” - Mohammad Ali
My clients range from boardrooms to green rooms. Some I can name — like the corporate giants and partners who’ve invited me to speak, advise, or lead workshops. Others who take center stage prefer to stay behind the curtain. But if you know, you know.
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01 life coach
02 speaking engaments03 mentorship
04 team building workshops05 startup advisory06 public speaking coaching
"the most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is tenacity.” - Amelia Earhart
this is personal
Although my academic and professional life has largely revolved around business and technology, my true passion lies in neuroscience and behavioral science. I often say: “I’m a student of life.” I’m endlessly curious — about people, patterns, the mind, and the magic of what makes us human.This curiosity fuels everything I do. It drives my innovation, shapes my approach to leadership, and keeps me questioning the status quo — in business, in systems, and in myself.But if you cornered me for an elevator pitch, I’d say this:
I’m mostly vegetarian, an environmentalist, a creative creature in the body of a so-called female with big dreams and little time.I am only someone to my mother. And simply — I’m no one.
150+
team-building workshops delivered worldwide — for some of the biggest names in tech.79% of employees say team-building activities improve workplace relationships, leading to happier, more productive teams
500+
speaking engagements since age 19 — from high schools and universities to major tech stages, I’ve spoken on everything from promoting science and entrepreneurship for girls to unpacking difficult, often taboo topics with candor and compassion.
92%
of event organizers say a strong keynote sets the tone and increases audience engagement.
With a great sense of humor, I blend storytelling, science, and strategy to ignite energy and insight at every event — from boardrooms to ballrooms.
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