Kali Ilunga is a global innovation strategist, serial tech entrepreneur, and startup accelerator co-founder who has supported more than 150 startups over the past three years. As co-founder of Silicon Valley in Your Pocket, he connects founders with a network of more than 300 angel investors once they reach investor-readiness, providing structured guidance grounded in real market expectations.
Through Viable, Kali has assembled a world-class coaching network featuring leaders from Netflix, Google, Square, and experienced startup operators. This hands-on support enables entrepreneurs to validate ideas, refine products, and build truly viable businesses from anywhere in the world.
As a founder, Kali has raised funding across New York, Silicon Valley, and Johannesburg. He has partnered with Microsoft to educate 55 000 learners via mobile and has worked with major global brands including Walt Disney, Coca-Cola, and Goldfields.
Over the past 3 years, Kali Ilunga has worked with 150 start-ups. As co-founder of Silicon Valley in Your Pocket, he has bridged entrepreneurs with a network of 300+ angel investors once they were investor-ready.
As co-founder of Viable, he has assembled 50 world-class coaches from companies such as Netflix, Google, and Square, as well as veteran entrepreneurs – so that entrepreneurs can build Viable businesses from anywhere.
As an entrepreneur – Kali has raised funding from New York, Silicon Valley, and Johannesburg. He has partnered with Microsoft to educate 55 000 people – via mobile and has worked with clients such as Walt Disney, Coca-Cola, and Goldfields.
Kali has created apps that have now been downloaded over 1.5M times across the world, focusing on user experiences that make a real-world difference to end-users on a learning path. As a founder of 3 funded startups – there have been an estimated 1.5 million downloads of products he has built.
Kali Ilunga has been a keynote speaker (“Innovation and Disruption”) at over 30 conferences across 5 countries. Has spoken at Harvard, World Bank, TBWA and more.
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Speaker fees can vary depending on factors such as expertise, demand, and event specifics. While some speakers may charge a flat fee for their services, others may have hourly rates. It’s best to discuss fee structures directly with the speaker or their representative to understand the pricing model.
Virtual speaking appearances can indeed offer cost savings compared to in-person events. Virtual speaking rates are often 10-50% cheaper than in-person rates due to factors such as reduced travel expenses and logistics. This makes virtual events a cost-effective alternative for organizations looking to book speakers within a budget.
Keynote speeches typically range from 30 to 90 minutes, with the duration determined by the speaker’s expertise, the event’s agenda, and audience preferences. Keynote speeches often include a combination of inspirational stories, practical insights, and actionable advice tailored to the event’s theme or objectives.
The scale of the event and audience size can indeed impact a speaker’s fee. Larger events with a broader reach or higher attendance may command higher fees due to increased exposure and demand. Conversely, smaller events or niche audiences may offer opportunities for more flexible pricing arrangements.
Travel expenses such as transportation, accommodation, and meals are typically negotiated separately from the speaker’s fee. These costs vary depending on the speaker’s location, travel distance, and event duration. It’s important to clarify travel arrangements and expenses during the booking process to avoid misunderstandings.
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