Maryam Banikarim

Maryam Banikarim serves as the Managing Director for Fortune Live Media, overseeing the prestigious Most Powerful Women and Brainstorm Tech franchises since March 2024. As a co-founder of MaryamB, Banikarim leads a purpose-driven collective that aims to inspire positive change in New York City. Additional roles include being a member of the Board of Trustees at Barnard College and co-founder of NYCNext. With experience as Executive Advisor at Cove Hill Partners and previous positions such as Head of Marketing at Nextdoor and Global CMO at Hyatt Hotels Corporation, Banikarim's diverse background showcases a strong commitment to marketing and community engagement. Educational credentials include an MBA and MIA from Columbia University and a BA in Political Science from Barnard College.