Sharon Gai

Former Head of Global Key Accounts at Alibaba Group & AI-Driven E-Commerce Specialist

  • Author of E-commerce Reimagined: What We Can Learn in Retail & E-commerce from China
  • Delivered the TEDxMcGill talk, “Culture Fluid: How to Be the Bridge in a Divided World”
  • Featured on prominent platforms like CBC, CCTV, Retail Asia & The Next Web
  • Youngest recipient of the 100% Club at Insight

Discover Sharon Gai’s biography of published work below.

Ecommerce Reimagined: Retail and Ecommerce in China
Ecommerce Reimagined: Retail and Ecommerce in China

When Sharon Gai is booked for events, they are known to discuss the following speaking topics:

Ecommerce
Digital Marketing
China
Cultural Intelligence
Resilience

Sharon Gai is a recognised AI and e-commerce thought leader, renowned for her expertise in digital transformation and cultural intelligence. As a seasoned keynote speaker, Sharon has captivated audiences across five continents, presenting on AI, digital marketing, and China’s tech landscape. Her insightful approach to bridging Western and Eastern market strategies has established her as a sought-after voice in the global tech community, especially on how artificial intelligence shapes modern e-commerce.

Sharon’s career began with roles focused on global market strategy and digital innovation, where she honed her ability to integrate AI solutions into large-scale e-commerce platforms. Her tenure as Head of Global Key Accounts at Alibaba Group marked a pivotal point, overseeing international expansion for Tmall’s top brands. During this period, Sharon developed a deep understanding of how AI can enhance customer experience, optimise product recommendations, and drive revenue growth. Her work at Alibaba laid the foundation for her focus on applying AI to solve complex e-commerce challenges.

Recently, Sharon authored the book ‘E-commerce Reimagined: What We Can Learn in Retail & E-commerce from China’, which explores how AI and data-driven practices have revolutionised China’s retail market. Additionally, her TEDx talk, “Culture Fluid: How to Be the Bridge in a Divided World,” underscores her commitment to fostering cross-cultural understanding and innovation through AI. Her insights have been featured on major platforms like CBC, CCTV, and Retail Asia, solidifying her role as a thought leader in AI and cultural intelligence.

Sharon Gai’s comprehensive experience and understanding of AI in e-commerce and digital transformation make her a highly sought-after keynote speaker. When hired for AI-focused events, Sharon receives an average official client rating of 9.1/10 for her engaging, insightful presentations that connect global AI trends with actionable strategies for businesses.

Official Testimonials

Sharon Gai is regularly booked to engage audiences at events, read their latest feedback below:

“We invited Sharon for an AAPI panel to share her story of upbringing and experiences as an expat in China. Her story was able to generate a wealth of discussions internally. We applaud her on her authenticity and grace in sharing her stories with us.”

StackOverflow, Head of HR

“Sharon was dynamic, energetic and left the audience hanging for more. Her knowledge of China and ecommerce is impeccable. We would definitely work with her again.”

UBS, Head of APAC ESG

“We invited Sharon as an expert to talk about innovations in ecommerce for our exclusive summit. Her presentation captured the current ecommerce landscape very accurately and we would recommend her to any event organization looking for keynotes.”

Singularity University, Event Organizer

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