Anna Akbari

Anna Akbari, a well-known sociologist, writer, and speaker, is a thought leadership advisor who specializes in the visual and virtual self-presentation and identity construction, technology/human intersects, happiness and well-being, innovation and entrepreneurship, life and career hacks for flourishing, optimization, and successful thought leadership. She has a Master's degree in liberal studies and a Ph.D. in sociology from New School University, with a focus on Middle Eastern studies and religious studies. She also studied theater at Interlochen Arts Academy and is an expert in academic research and professional areas of expertise such as technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Anna has been on the forefront of the thought leadership industry, collaborating with various companies like NestGSV, Soundwall, Inc., and HVCK as a thought leadership strategic advisor and editorial director. She is also the founder of Sociology of Style and was a professor at New York University and Parsons School of Design.