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Maryam Daryabegi

About Maryam

I partner with visionary C-suite executives and leadership teams worldwide to turn AI disruption into scalable, customer-centric growth. My work blends enterprise rigor with boutique agility—helping organizations accelerate innovation, design human-centered products, and build agile leadership cultures that deliver measurable impact.

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Drawing from extensive experience across banking, retail, hospitality, and consumer goods, I advise on AI strategy, digital transformation, product innovation, and organizational agility—enabling leaders to confidently navigate change and unlock new opportunities.

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As faculty at MIT Sloan and Columbia University, and a contributor to Harvard Business Review and Forbes, I bring research-backed insights and practical frameworks to every engagement. I’ve led over 100 executive workshops, coached 150+ leaders, and collaborated with 50+ Fortune 500 companies globally.

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Core Expertise

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Why Work With Maryam

For Visionary Leaders: Transform bold ambitions into AI-powered, customer-centric strategies that scale across markets.

For Growth-Driven Organizations: Achieve 30%+ engagement lifts, 20-50% productivity gains, and enterprise-ready AI solutions that deliver ROI.

 

Industries Transformed

  • Banking: Accelerated AI-driven innovation, optimized customer journeys, and strengthened retention.

  • Retail & Consumer Goods: Increased repeat sales by 42% through data-powered, personalized experiences.

  • Hospitality: Reduced employee turnover by 35% with AI-enabled workforce and culture solutions.

  • Workforce & Talent Management: Empowered high-performance teams with AI-driven leadership and retention strategies.

 

Global Impact & Recognition

  • Trusted by 15,000+ executives across MIT, Columbia, and Stevens Institute

  • Speaker at 20+ global innovation, fintech, and AI conferences

  • Forbes Coaches Council member and Harvard Business Review contributor

  • Advisor to startups via Techstars, XRC Ventures, and NYU

 

Client Testimonials

“Maryam transformed complex AI strategy into clear, actionable growth, driving alignment across our executive team.”
— Chief Strategy Officer, Fortune 500 Company

“Her unique blend of AI, culture, and design unlocked innovation and accelerated execution across teams.”
— VP of Innovation, Global Consumer Brand

 

Let’s Build Your Future

Partner with me to:

  • Embed AI deeply across your business and leadership culture

  • Scale innovation programs with purpose and speed

  • Turn strategy into measurable, sustainable growth

 

Educator & Thought Leader

Faculty at MIT Sloan & Columbia | Contributor to Forbes & Harvard Business Review | Keynote Speaker

 

What Sets Maryam Apart

Rooted in cultural intelligence and executive-level precision, I help organizations lead change with clarity and measurable impact. As founder of Innovation Bazar, I guide leaders from boardroom vision to agile execution—delivering scalable, human-centered transformation that lasts.

 

Academic Leadership

  • MIT Sloan: Executive Education Instructor

  • Columbia University: Associate Professor, Technology & Product Strategy

  • Stevens Institute of Technology: Adjunct Instructor, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

  • NYU & St. Francis College: Lecturer, UX, Design Thinking & Product Innovation

  • EGADE Business School: Visiting Professor, Leadership & Sustainable Innovation

 

Recognition & Leadership

  • Forbes Coaches Council — Executive Leadership & AI Innovation

  • Harvard Business Review — Contributor on AI & Strategic Transformation

  • Forbes 50 Over 50 Nominee — Leadership in Global Innovation

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📩 Connect: maryam@innovationbazar.com
📅 Schedule a free 30-minute consultation to unlock your organization’s growth.

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AI Strategy & Scalable Innovation

Agile Transformation & Organizational Change

Global Thought Leadership & Advisory

Executive Coaching & Leadership Enablement

Customer & Product Experience Design

What Sets Maryam Apart

With 20+ years of global experience across four continents, I bring deep expertise in AI-driven innovation, customer and product strategy, and digital transformation. Rooted in cultural intelligence and executive-level precision, I help organizations lead change with clarity and measurable impact.

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As founder of Innovation Bazar, I partner with leaders in banking, retail, hospitality, and consumer goods to deliver scalable, human-centered transformation—from boardroom strategy to agile execution.

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Educator & Academic Leadership​

I teach innovation, technology, and leadership to senior executives and emerging leaders at top institutions:

  • MIT Sloan: Executive Education Instructor

  • Columbia University: Associate Professor, Technology & Product Strategy

  • Stevens Institute of Technology: Adjunct Instructor, Innovation & Entrepreneurship

  • NYU & St. Francis College: Lecturer, UX, Design Thinking & Product Innovation

  • EGADE Business School: Visiting Professor, Leadership & Sustainable Innovation

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Recognition & Leadership

  • Forbes Coaches Council – Executive Leadership & AI Innovation

  • Harvard Business Review – Contributor on AI and Strategic Transformation

  • Forbes 50 Over 50 Nominee – Leadership in Global Innovation

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📩 Connect with me: maryam@innovationbazar.com
📅 Schedule a free 30-minute consultation to unlock your organization’s growth.

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Member of
Forbes Coaches Council

The Forbes Coaches Council is an invitation-only community for leading business, leadership, and career coaches.

 

Members are selected based on their proven expertise and success, and collaborate to share insights, publish thought leadership, and grow their impact.

Forbes
Women 50 > 50 Inaugural Nominee
2021

Member of Harvard Business Review Advisory Council 

I’m honored to contribute to this prestigious community of thought leaders, helping shape the future of HBR content in innovation, management, and leadership through shared insights and collaboration.

The Forbes 50 Over 50 list celebrates women who have achieved significant success later in life—breaking age and gender barriers with resilience and impact.

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Maryam is honored to have been selected from over 10,000 nominees for the inaugural Forbes/Know Your Value 50 Over 50 list in April 2021.

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Educator Experience

 

As a global lecturer, I design and deliver courses on technology foundations, innovation, entrepreneurship, and leadership. My teaching emphasizes experiential learning, hands-on projects, real-world problem solving, and collaboration—preparing students to tackle tomorrow’s industry challenges with confidence.

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Lecturer, Columbia University

Course: Essentials for Technology Leaders

  • Designed original syllabus focused on foresight, tech innovation, and responsible leadership.

  • Taught graduate students using scenario-based instruction and experiential methods.

  • Advised students on strategic innovation projects and professional advancement.

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Adjunct Instructor, Stevens Institute of Technology â€‹

Course: Senior Innovation II – Value Proposition

  • Developed and led graduate-level syllabus focused on entrepreneurship and market validation.

  • Mentored student teams through real-world innovation and venture-building challenges.

  • Assessed business models and provided individualized feedback for pitch readiness.

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Head Program Instructor, MIT Sloan 

Courses: Digital Business Strategy, Managing the Human Side of Digital Disruption
• Created and delivered all course syllabi and digital learning materials tailored to executive learners
• Facilitated global leadership programs for 300+ professionals in strategy and transformation
• Provided in-depth coaching and feedback on applied projects and digital disruption frameworks​

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Associate Professor,  St. Francis College
Course: Innovation by Design Thinking

  • Created undergraduate syllabus introducing design thinking and creative inquiry.

  • Led project-based learning addressing social innovation and community needs.

  • Maintained detailed student records and held regular office hours for academic support.​

 

 

Adjunct Professor, New York University
Course: Innovation by Design Thinking

  • Delivered flipped-classroom courses emphasizing creative problem-solving and design tools.

  • Facilitated hands-on labs using real organizational challenges and team-based prototyping.

  • Supported at-risk students and provided timely academic guidance through regular mentorship.

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Visiting Professor, EGADE Business School 
Courses: Business Model Innovation, Entrepreneurial Mindset

  • Delivered MBA courses on sustainable innovation, value creation, and market analysis.

  • Supervised capstone projects with industry sponsors across Latin America.

  • Co-developed innovation modules tailored to regional startup ecosystems.

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