Preethi Nair

Preethi Nair left her job as a management consultant to publish her first novel Gypsy Masala. Not having the resources to rent an office, she established an ‘international PR agency’ in her bedroom and appointed feisty director ‘Pru Menon’ (an alter ego) to energetically hype her book. Nobody else knew of her plan. Working as several different people and with a frenetic double life, Preethi gained substantial press coverage. And after two years and an amazing journey, her faith in her own talents and her perseverance in the face of consistent rejection were rewarded; she signed her three-book deal with HarperCollins.  Preethi Nair won the Asian Woman of Achievement award for her endeavours and ‘Pru’ Menon’ (her alter ego) was short-listed for PPC Publicist of the Year!

The BBC bought one of her books, 100 Shades of White for a television adaptation and she has just written, acted and produced her first West End stage play “Sari: The Whole Five Yards.”

After working as a travel writer for the Sunday Times and a contributor on Radio 5 Live’s book panel, Preethi went on to set up Kiss the Frog, a company that takes storytelling to organisations and is a professor at various business schools, promoting creativity in business.  Preethi has a unique and inspiring story and she tells it in a positive, motivational and humorous way, she is regularly asked to speak on the topics of Entrepreneurialism, Women and entrepreneurship and Diversity.

Preethi went on to set up Kiss the Frog, a company that takes storytelling to organisations and is a professor at various business schools, promoting creativity as a key skill for leadership.

Most recently, she has written, acted and produced her first West End stage play “Sari: The Whole Five Yards”, which is currently being adapted for television.

Preethi has spoken at many business conferences but most notably; she delivered the keynote to the Women in Wall Street Conference to 3,000 women. She has also shared a platform with Sir Bob Geldof on “Talking Less and Doing More.”

Speaking Topics

Entrepreneurialism
Women and entrepreneurship
Diversity
Motivational

“When Preethi is hired to share her unique insight into story creation she does so by opening a window into her own amazing life. Within an event that boasted other speakers such as Sir Bob Geldof, she was the one most were impressed by and wanted to follow up with. If your brand or business has a story that customers should value go talk to her”

Head of Customer Excellence, What If! – The Innovation Company

“In the search for things to inspire or ignite the creative process, you'll be pretty hard pressed to find a more compelling and inspiring adventure and story-teller than Preethi Nair.  Hire her!”

Head of ITV Imagine

“An amazing speaker.”

Deutsche Bank

“She is an excellent speaker with a really positive vibe about her.”

Morgan Stanley Investment Bank

 “Story telling is not a new concept in corporate life, but it is used by few effectively.  Preethi's skill in this arena held a room spellbound. This really was an innovative way of helping people reach their full potential”. Ernst & Young

“Preethi told the most remarkable story; the more you listen, the more you learn about yourself as well as her. Inspirational.”  Channel Five

“An inspiring, powerful story –just wonderful”  Diana Memorial Award

“When Preethi is hired to share her unique insight into story creation she does so by opening a window into her own amazing life. Within an event that boasted other speakers such as Bob Geldof, she was the one most were impressed by and wanted to follow up with. If your brand or business has a story that customers should value go talk to her” Head of Customer Excellence, What If! – The Innovation Company

“In the search for things to inspire or ignite the creative process, you'll be pretty hard pressed to find a more compelling and inspiring adventure and story-teller than Preethi Nair.  Hire her!” Head of ITV Imagine

“It was a pleasure to have Preethi Nair come to Morgan Stanley, she is an excellent speaker with a really positive vibe about her.”  Morgan Stanley Investment Bank

“Preethi shared her unique story and worked with a selection of leaders from around the BBC. She was witty, engaging and inspiring, and gave us all a lot to think about, I would definitely recommend her.” Head of Internal Communications BBC