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Avinash Kaul
Former Network18 CEO and resilience leadership expert
Popular talks
- Exile, Ambition, and the Next Mountain
- Leadership & the Long Climb
- The Next Mountain: Purpose Beyond the Peak
- Business and Media: Making the Partnership Work
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Talks
Popular talks by Avinash Kaul
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Exile, Ambition, and the Next Mountain
At seventeen, he was forced to leave Kashmir with almost nothing. He went on to run the Indian homes of CNN, CNBC, Forbes and History, then walked away at the top. A story of conflict, ambition and reinvention for anyone climbing their own mountain. Draws on three of his five…
At seventeen, he was forced to leave Kashmir with almost nothing. He went on to run the Indian homes of CNN, CNBC, Forbes and History, then walked away at the top. A story of conflict, ambition and reinvention for anyone climbing their own mountain. Draws on three of his five mountains: adversity, ambition and reinvention.
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Leadership & the Long Climb
Leadership from the inside, told by someone who reached the top without a map or a mentor. Avinash is honest about the parts nobody sees: the calls you make alone, the teams and systems you build so the work outlasts you, and how quiet the top can get.
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The Next Mountain: Purpose Beyond the Peak
Drawn from his book, this talk asks the question most high achievers avoid: what happens after the summit? Avinash looks at why we climb in the first place, when turning back is the wiser move, and why the way down deserves as much thought as the way up.
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Business and Media: Making the Partnership Work
Business and media need each other and rarely agree. A business channel has nothing to say without companies coming to talk, and a company has no platform without the channel. That tension is built in, and it can be managed. This talk is practical advice on how: how to build…
Business and media need each other and rarely agree. A business channel has nothing to say without companies coming to talk, and a company has no platform without the channel. That tension is built in, and it can be managed.
This talk is practical advice on how: how to build a relationship with the media that is human and consistent through good quarters and bad, through crisis, and beyond any one CEO’s tenure, so that both sides win. Drawing on twenty-eight years in media, seen through a business lens.
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India: The Market Every Board Is Asking About
Building, selling and leading in a market of 1.4 billion people, from three decades of doing it.
Biography
About Avinash Kaul
Avinash Kaul is a keynote speaker, executive advisor and bestselling author who spent 28 years in Indian media, including 16 years as a CEO. He most recently served as CEO of Network18 (Broadcast & Publishing) and Managing Director of A+E Networks | TV18, leading major media brands including CNBC-TV18, CNN-News18, History TV18 and Forbes India.
At sixteen, Avinash Kaul lost his home. In January 1990, he was forced to leave Kashmir with his family, carrying almost nothing. In Jammu, he slept in a neighbour’s garage, stood in refugee registration lines and studied in a makeshift government school housed in tents.
From there, Avinash Kaul completed his engineering degree, graduating at the top of his class, before earning an MBA from Sydenham Institute of Management Studies in Mumbai. Over the next three decades, he built a career across J. Walter Thompson (HTA), Discovery Communications, Star TV, NDTV, Times Television Network and Network18.
Avinash Kaul became a CEO at thirty-six and went on to spend sixteen years leading businesses in one of the world’s most demanding news media environments. He was named News Television CEO of the Year at ENBA 2019 and serves on the Managing Committee of The Advertising Club, Bombay.
In 2026, Avinash Kaul co-authored The Next Mountain: Notes on Resilience, Leadership and Purpose with Priya Kumar, published by HarperCollins. The book draws on his journey from displacement in Kashmir to corporate leadership, exploring the lessons of adversity, ambition, leadership, reinvention and purpose. It reached number one on Amazon India in six categories and went into reprint within ten days of its launch.
Today, Avinash Kaul speaks globally on resilience, leadership, reinvention, news and media, drawing on his personal experiences and decades of executive leadership. He also moderates conversations with business leaders and advises CEOs and founders on navigating change, crisis and growth.
How to book Avinash Kaul
Answers on fees, availability and booking process.
How do I book Avinash Kaul for a keynote speech?
You can book Avinash Kaul through London Speaker Bureau by submitting the enquiry form on this page or calling our team. One of our consultants will respond promptly with Avinash's current availability, speaking fees and any specific requirements for your event.
What are Avinash Kaul's speaking fees?
Avinash Kaul's speaking fees depend on the event format (in-person or virtual), the location, the length of the engagement and the level of customisation required. Please contact London Speaker Bureau for an up-to-date fee quote for Avinash tailored to your event.
What topics does Avinash Kaul speak about?
Avinash Kaul speaks on Authors, Change, Communication, Leadership, Motivation. Talks can be shaped around your audience, industry and strategic objectives - share your event brief with London Speaker Bureau and we will work with Avinash to align the content with your delegates and goals.
Is Avinash Kaul available for international events?
London Speaker Bureau can book Avinash Kaul for events worldwide, subject to Avinash's schedule. Please send us your event date, location and format and we will confirm availability and handle travel and logistics on your behalf.
Does Avinash Kaul deliver virtual or online keynotes?
Virtual and hybrid keynotes are now a standard part of the speaking industry. Please contact London Speaker Bureau to confirm whether Avinash Kaul is available to deliver a virtual session for your event and on which platform (Zoom, Microsoft Teams, a bespoke studio or your own).
How long is a typical keynote by Avinash Kaul?
Most keynote speeches run between 45 and 60 minutes, often followed by a 15-30 minute Q&A. Other formats - shorter conference slots, panel appearances or longer workshop sessions - may also be possible. Share your agenda with London Speaker Bureau and we will confirm what Avinash can accommodate.
Can Avinash Kaul tailor the keynote to our industry and audience?
London Speaker Bureau will brief Avinash Kaul on your audience profile, sector and objectives so the keynote can be shaped around your event. The level of customisation possible depends on the speaker and the lead time - contact us with your brief and we will confirm what Avinash can offer.
What languages does Avinash Kaul present in?
Avinash Kaul delivers keynotes in English, Hindi. This profile may not list every language available; ask London Speaker Bureau to confirm. If you require simultaneous interpretation or a multilingual format, please mention this in your enquiry and London Speaker Bureau will arrange it for you.
What makes Avinash Kaul a strong fit as a keynote speaker?
Avinash Kaul's areas of expertise include Authors, Change, Communication, Leadership, Motivation. To get a clear sense of Avinash's style, credentials and how they engage an audience, please review the biography, popular talks and any videos or testimonials shown on this page, or request a detailed speaker brief from London Speaker Bureau.
What kind of events can Avinash Kaul speak at?
Avinash Kaul can be booked through London Speaker Bureau for corporate conferences, leadership events, internal team meetings, association gatherings and private client engagements where expertise in Authors, Change, Communication, Leadership, Motivation is relevant. Details of Avinash's background and previous engagements are included in the biography above; contact us if you would like a more detailed list of past clients or case studies.
Does Avinash Kaul offer workshops, panels or fireside chats in addition to keynotes?
Beyond keynote speeches, many of the speakers on our roster also take part in workshops, executive masterclasses, panel discussions and fireside chats. Contact London Speaker Bureau with your preferred format and we will confirm what Avinash Kaul is able to offer alongside or instead of a keynote.
How far in advance should we book Avinash Kaul?
We generally recommend enquiring at least three to twelve months in advance to secure your preferred date with Avinash Kaul, particularly during peak conference seasons. Where possible we also accommodate shorter lead times - please contact London Speaker Bureau to check Avinash's current availability for your dates.