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Diana Kander

Discover how curiosity fuels innovation and growth with bestselling author, entrepreneur and keynote speaker Diana Kander.

 

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I wanted to let you know how impactful your virtual session “Where Do Great Ideas Come From?” was for me. Your message was clear, concise, and relatable, not just from a comprehension perspective, but from an actionable one. I’ve always considered myself a “problem solver”, but this immediately pointed out that I might not always be solving the best problem, and that considering a handful of additional options would significantly improve the quality of ideas. This has changed the way I view “problems” and has really provided a new framework for handling all issues. Thank you for your work and contribution!

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Why you should book Diana Kander for your next event

  • Learn how curiosity drives innovation, strengthens decision-making and helps organizations stay ahead in a constantly changing world.
  • Gain practical tools from a bestselling author and entrepreneur who has helped businesses create billion-dollar products and transform culture.
  • Inspire leaders and teams to ask better questions, challenge assumptions and unlock new opportunities for long-term growth.

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Growth Starts with Curiosity

Book Diana Kander for an inspiring keynote on curiosity, innovation and business growth. As a New York Times bestselling author, entrepreneur and innovation consultant, Diana helps organizations understand why the best opportunities begin with better questions. Drawing on her own entrepreneurial journey and years of advising executives, boards and global organizations, she delivers practical strategies, memorable stories and actionable insights that empower audiences to embrace change, foster innovation and build a culture that thrives in uncertainty.

Book Diana Kander for a keynote on curiosity and innovation

Diana Kander believes that curiosity is one of the most valuable competitive advantages any organization can develop. Through engaging stories, practical examples and research-backed insights, she demonstrates how asking better questions leads to better decisions, stronger innovation and sustainable growth.
Born in Ukraine, Diana arrived in the United States as a refugee at the age of eight. By her early thirties, she had already launched and sold millions of dollars' worth of products and services as a successful serial entrepreneur. These experiences shaped her belief that curiosity, resilience and the willingness to challenge assumptions are essential ingredients for long-term success.
Today, Diana is a highly sought-after keynote speaker, innovation consultant and New York Times bestselling author. Her books have been adopted by more than 100 universities, helping students and business leaders rethink the way they approach innovation and problem-solving.

Diana Kander combines entrepreneurship with practical business insight

Diana has worked closely with organizations of every size, helping them strengthen their innovation capabilities and prepare for future challenges. As a consultant, she has contributed to the development of multi-billion-dollar products, advised executive committees and boards on innovation strategies, and guided companies through lasting cultural transformation.
Rather than focusing on theory alone, Diana shares practical methods that audiences can immediately apply in their own organizations. She explains how curiosity can become a daily habit that encourages creativity, uncovers hidden opportunities and prevents businesses from becoming complacent.
Her presentations are filled with entertaining case studies, relatable business examples and perspective-shifting stories that challenge audiences to rethink established ways of working.

Why organizations book Diana Kander

Organizations invite Diana Kander because she delivers practical inspiration that creates lasting impact. Audiences leave with new ways of thinking as well as concrete strategies they can implement immediately.

Key takeaways include:

  • How curiosity creates a foundation for continuous innovation.
  • Practical techniques for asking better questions.
  • Ways to identify blind spots before they become business risks.
  • Building a workplace culture where experimentation and learning thrive.
  • Leading teams through uncertainty with confidence and adaptability.
  • Creating long-term growth by challenging assumptions and embracing change.

Her engaging delivery style combines humour, storytelling and real-world business experience, making complex innovation concepts accessible for audiences across industries and leadership levels.

Diana Kander inspires organizations to embrace growth

Many organizations struggle because success often leads to predictable thinking. Diana helps leaders recognize these patterns before they limit future growth. She explains why businesses that remain curious consistently outperform those that rely solely on past achievements.
Her keynotes encourage audiences to shift from seeking the right answers to asking the right questions. This mindset enables organizations to uncover new opportunities, improve customer understanding and develop products, services and strategies that remain relevant in rapidly changing markets.
Whether speaking to executives, entrepreneurs or company-wide audiences, Diana delivers actionable insights that inspire people to think differently long after the event has ended.

Book Diana Kander for your event

When you book Diana Kander, you give your audience practical tools to strengthen innovation, embrace curiosity and create lasting business growth. Combining the perspective of a successful entrepreneur, bestselling author and trusted innovation advisor, Diana delivers engaging keynotes that challenge conventional thinking while providing practical strategies audiences can use immediately.

Her message is clear: organizations that learn to ask better questions are the ones best equipped to innovate, adapt and succeed in an ever-changing world.

Customer Reviews

5 of 5

I wanted to let you know how impactful your virtual session “Where Do Great Ideas Come From?” was for me. Your message was clear, concise, and relatable, not just from a comprehension perspective, but from an actionable one. I’ve always considered myself a “problem solver”, but this immediately pointed out that I might not always be solving the best problem, and that considering a handful of additional options would significantly improve the quality of ideas. This has changed the way I view “problems” and has really provided a new framework for handling all issues. Thank you for your work and contribution!

5 of 5

Thanks again for taking the time to get to know our clients and delivering valuable content tailored to our group. I know a couple of them are interested in potentially contracting you in the future. That’s the largest compliment you can receive!

5 of 5

It was truly our pleasure having Diana Kander with us. Our organization received her message so positively. I hear references to Diana’s keynote every other day in my interactions with my PRiMe Group colleagues. She really made a mark with our organization, and her thought leadership is making an impact and reverberating across our broader organization.

5 of 5

Diana Kander is an energetic, engaging speaker who makes her audience really think. (and laugh!) When I looked around the room, I noticed attendees were not only listening but also taking notes and very eager to ask questions. From discussing blind spots to “killing zombies” (believe me, this is worth hearing), her presentation was the perfect blend of education and entertainment, and I would not hesitate to recommend her for anyone looking to create a memorable event.

5 of 5

We very quickly adopted many of her practices to address old ways of doing things and used her methodology to bring new ideas to life. Shortly before the pandemic, Diana spoke to our organization. I think one of the profound things she encouraged us to do was eradicate the zombies. We very quickly adopted many of her practices to address old ways of doing things and used her methodology to bring new ideas to life. Her concepts and tools allowed our health system to stay ahead of the pandemic and have one of the best responses in the nation. I would strongly recommend Diana for any keynote or leadership engagement you are thinking about.

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Keynotes

Keynote by Diana Kander:

Unleash Your Curiosity

For All Company Meetings

In today’s ever-changing business climate, your attendees’ roles have evolved far past their job descriptions. They face a volatile external environment - they encounter pressure to stay relevant to customers - they experience challenging workforce issues - and they are being asked to do a lot more with a lot less. All of this is asking them to be innovators. The big question is, are they doing it the hard way or the easy way. 

Based on her book, The Curiosity Muscle, this keynote helps members of organizations who don't have innovation in their job description to embrace and identity as an innovator. Diana will share the key skills and habits that make innovation easier and a lot more fun. And she'll empower attendees to harness the power of curiosity to unlock new possibilities and drive business growth. Attendees will leave this keynote identifying as innovators and seeking opportunities to use their new skills.

ROI & Key Outcomes:

  • How to institutionalize curiosity, asking better questions to stay competitive and
    relevant to your customers
  • How to determine blind spots within your organization and avoid falling into the “expert
    trap"
  • How to create a more innovative culture that leads to results and drives growth

Diana Kander is an innovation nerd - she spent the first decade of her career as an entrepreneur, launching 10 companies in 10 years, while selling millions of dollars of products and services. She spent the next decade coaching innovators inside large organizations; at one point she served as the innovation coach for the executive team of a $100 million dollar project.

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Keynote by Diana Kander:

Innovate to Sell: Unlock Your Sales Potential with Curiosity and Focus

This high-energy keynote is designed to equip sales teams with the tools and mindset to drive results in today’s fast-changing marketplace. Using principles from Diana’s book Get Curious & Grow, this session will help your sales team:

  • Prioritize What Matters Most:
    Master the 1-10 Filter to identify and focus on the most impactful sales opportunities while eliminating distractions. Learn to say "no" to what doesn’t drive results and "yes" to what truly matters.

  • Eliminate the Noise:
    Use the Kill the Zombies framework to hunt down and remove low-value activities, outdated processes, and unnecessary meetings that drain your energy and time.

  • Reimagine Your Approach:
    Tap into the power of the Blank Sheet Method to break free from traditional sales strategies and imagine new, innovative ways to connect with clients and close deals.

  • Learn from Successes:
    Discover how to use the Learn from the Wins habit to identify patterns in your successes, refine your strategies, and continually improve your sales performance.

Attendees will leave this session inspired and equipped with practical tools to innovate their approach, deepen client relationships, and exceed their sales targets.

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Books by Diana Kander

  • Go Big Or Go Home: 5 Ways to Create a Customer Experience That Will Close the Deal
    by Diana Kander and Tucker Trotter

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