Speakers

With a background spanning storytelling and community building, Ami Thakkar has built a career across the corporate, legal, media, and nonprofit sectors, having lived and worked in India, Dubai, and across the United States. She holds a degree in Economics from the University of Texas and a law degree from DePaul University, bringing strategic rigor and global perspective to her leadership. As the creator and host of Tuckered Out with Ami Thakkar, a podcast centered on honest conversations about ambition, burnout, and reinvention, she remains an active participant in the podcasting ecosystem, offering firsthand insight into the creative, business, and cultural realities facing audio makers today.

As Executive Director, Ami will lead the Academy’s strategic direction, oversee its signature programs, including The Ambies® Awards, and focus on strengthening TPA’s role as a trusted, inclusive institution that supports creators, celebrates innovation, and elevates audio storytelling around the world.