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Shabnam Mogharabi
Media and Entertainment Executive. Keynote Speaker @GothamArtists. Co-Founder and Past CEO of SoulPancake.
Shabnam Mogharabi is an accomplished entrepreneur, media and entertainment executive, and producer with over 20 years of experience leading content teams.1 She co-founded SoulPancake, a mission-driven studio, with actor Rainn Wilson and served as its CEO for nearly a decade.1 Under her leadership, SoulPancake achieved significant success, amassing 10 million fans and generating over 1 billion video views before being acquired by Participant Media.1
Career Highlights
SoulPancake Success:: During Mogharabi's tenure as CEO, SoulPancake was recognized as one of Inc5000's Fastest Growing Businesses and named to Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies in Media list.1
Current Ventures:: Mogharabi is now the founder and CEO of The Joy Brigade, a consulting and advisory firm that assists early- and mid-stage media and entertainment companies with strategy, business planning, cultural transformation, and brand storytelling.12
Public Speaking:: She is a highly sought-after public speaker, frequently keynoting conferences and events on topics such as positive psychology, joy, and purpose.14
Professional Background
Mogharabi began her career in journalism, managing large editorial newsrooms and winning the prestigious Jesse H. Neal Award, often referred to as the Pulitzer Prize of B2B journalism.1 Throughout her career, she has been drawn to companies whose missions and cultures align with her personal values and desire to create hope through storytelling.1
Leadership and Involvement
- Henry Crown Fellow and member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network1
- Advisory board member for Seed & Spark, Tiny Souls Media, and Sunset Vibes1
- Industry advisor for USC Annenberg's Media & Storytelling Program1
- Board member of international nonprofit Girl Rising and national nonprofit Tahirih Justice Center1
Shabnam Mogharabi's LinkedIn username is indeed shabnammogharabi, as confirmed by her LinkedIn profile and various posts.2345