Sharon Gai

Sharon Gai, a China-born Canadian, is a renowned expert in ecommerce, digital transformation, and AI. Having served as the former Head of Global Key Accounts at Alibaba and as a General Manager at a billion-dollar ecommerce unicorn, she possesses extensive experience and insights in the industry. During her tenure at Alibaba, Sharon provided valuable advice to brands and heads of state on shaping their digital strategy through programmatic marketing and AI.

As a distinguished keynote speaker, Sharon has graced prestigious platforms such as TEDx, Singularity University, UBS, Nestle, Ecomworld, and Etail. Her expertise has also been featured on prominent media outlets, including ABC, CCTV, CBC, Techcrunch, Retail Asia, and The Next Web. Additionally, she has authored the book "Ecommerce Reimagined: What We Can Learn in Retail and Ecommerce from China."

Sharon holds an Honors Bachelor’s degree in International Development from McGill and a Masters in Information Management from Columbia University. Notably, she is a Global Shaper in the World Economic Forum.

Sharon's innovative methodology, known as Culture Fluid, has garnered acclaim from audiences of various ages and backgrounds. Her ability to bridge different cultures, age groups, and corporate environments brings a refreshing perspective to the speaking world.