Thembi Bheka

Thembi Bheka is an international entrepreneur, AI strategist, and keynote speaker who went from arriving in Canada with just $5 to building a global business and being selected for the prestigious Stanford Seed Transformation Program.

Today, she helps entrepreneurs and organizations harness the power of Agentic AI and connection-driven growth strategies to scale authentically in a rapidly changing digital economy.

Thembi has spoken on world-recognized platforms, including Podfest, Inbound, Smart Passive Income, LaunchCon, and PLF Live, inspiring audiences with her message of resilience and transformation. She has also been honored as Spokesperson of the Year in one of the world’s top entrepreneurial communities for her ability to inspire action and results.

What sets Thembi apart is her rare blend of vision and practicality. Her journey — from nurse to global entrepreneur, from immigrant struggles to global stages — reflects the same principles she teaches: how to embrace innovation, leverage AI, and build businesses that are both profitable and human-centered.

Her talks leave audiences not just inspired, but equipped with practical tools to thrive in the future of business.