Shaku Selvakumar

Shaku Selvakumar is a prominent digital marketing and communications leader, best known as the founder and CEO of Activateen™, an educational technology company focused on providing programs for teenagers that integrate technology with life skills and emotional wellness. She has a diverse background, having worked for both Fortune 500 companies and startups, including IBM and Shell, where she held various marketing and leadership roles.24

In addition to her role at Activateen™, Shaku serves as a Community Impact Advisor at CognitiveScale, where she has been instrumental in shaping marketing strategies and driving demand for the company's AI solutions. Her work has garnered multiple awards, reflecting her innovative approach in the marketing field.12

Shaku holds a Bachelor’s degree in Literature and Sociology, a post-graduate specialization in Mass Communications, and an MBA from the University of Bradford. She is also a published poet, with her first book titled Be Still My Heart released in December 2021, which explores personal and universal themes through poetry.14

Outside of her professional endeavors, Shaku is passionate about community building, mentoring young adults, and engaging in outdoor activities like hiking and yoga.13