Weirong Li is a renowned global keynote speaker, celebrated for her expertise in intercultural communication, Gen Z leadership, emotional intelligence, and global storytelling. As the Founder and CEO of Raw Culture, a pioneering media-tech platform, she empowers emotionally intelligent communication, fosters cross-cultural partnerships, and amplifies the voices of the next generation. Recognised globally for her work, one of Weirong's most notable accolades is being named a Forbes 30 Under 30 honoree, solidifying her status as a leading voice in global communication and intercultural leadership.
Weirong’s journey began in Hungary, where her early passion for cultural understanding and storytelling was sparked. She pursued a Bachelor’s degree in Mass Media and Communication Science from the University of Vienna, building a solid academic foundation in communication. Driven by a desire to develop her business acumen alongside her communication expertise, she later earned a Master’s degree in Quantitative Management from NYU Stern School of Business. During her studies, Weirong immersed herself in diverse international experiences, undertaking internships with China Everbright Bank, Prime Movers, and China South Publishing & Media Group, where she gained first-hand experience in international communication, business, and media strategy. These formative experiences laid the groundwork for her global perspective and her commitment to fostering intercultural collaboration.
Throughout her career, Weirong has held several distinguished roles that have further established her global influence. In 2019, she served as Vice President of Outgoing Exchanges for AIESEC, helping young professionals gain international experience. By 2020, she launched Raw Culture, realising her vision to connect multicultural individuals with global organisations. Her leadership extended to influential organisations such as SIETAR Europe and SIETAR Austria, where she worked as Communications Coordinator and Project Manager and Content Developer respectively in 2021. She also contributed her expertise to TEDxVienna as a Social Media Team Member. In 2022, Weirong joined the International Atomic Energy Agency as a Community Outreach & Networks Knowledge Management Intern, and in 2023, she was appointed United Nations Geneva Representative for World Information Transfer. That same year, she became a member of the Global Shapers Community, an initiative of the World Economic Forum, further expanding her impact on global leadership and youth empowerment. Her speaking engagements at platforms such as TEDx, the United Nations, COP28, and numerous international universities and conferences have reached audiences worldwide.
Audiences across sectors hire Weirong to deliver transformative talks on global communication, diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, high performance, Gen Z leadership, intercultural competence, emotional intelligence, and global storytelling. In today’s interconnected world, these topics are essential for organisations aiming to cultivate inclusive cultures, navigate global markets, and empower emerging leaders. With her multilingual fluency in Chinese, German, English, and Hungarian, combined with her dynamic stage presence and deep cultural insights, Weirong inspires individuals and organisations to harness their global potential. Book Weirong today to bring her unmatched expertise and energy to your next event.
Weirong Li's official speaker topics are listed below:
- Global Communication
- Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
- High Performance and Mindset
- Gen Z and Intergenerational Leadership
- Intercultural Competence
- Emotional Intelligence
- Global Storytelling
- Social Impact and Entrepreneurship
Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events
Feedback from In-Person Events:
"I had the privilege to organise a workshop with Weirong Li, where she spoke about the value of storytelling in bridging cultural gaps. She is an engaging speaker who easily merges her personal story with relevant content. This workshop would be valuable in a variety of contexts, both professional and educational as well as in personal development. You can look forward to a fun and interactive session while reflecting your own cultural environment." – Diego, Impact Hub Vienna
"Weirong Li's webinar for University of Kent students on the qualities of a global citizen and developing and recognising multicultural skills for professional advantage was engaging, insightful and informative and left everyone with something to think about and build on. We would be delighted to have Weirong back for future talks." – Kate, University of Kent
"I attended a workshop ‘Storytelling for communicating across cultures’ and I loved it! The format was great, I learned a lot about storytelling and how powerful it is and we shared very personal and moving stories. I highly recommend this workshop to everyone to learn and practise how to better understand colleagues from other countries/cultures and additionally have a lot of fun!" – Mandana
- 2023 – United Nations Geneva Representative, World Information Transfer
- 2023 – Member, Global Shapers Community
- 2022 – Community Outreach & Networks Knowledge Management Intern, International Atomic Energy Agency
- 2021 – Project Manager and Content Developer, SIETAR Austria
- 2021 – Social Media Team Member, TEDxVienna
- 2021 – Communications Coordinator, SIETAR Europe
- 2020 – Founder & CEO, Raw Culture
- 2019 – Vice President of Outgoing Exchanges, AIESEC
How to hire Weirong li
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