Talks & Thought Leadership
Mindy Yang is a globally recognized leader in multi-sensory innovation, human-centered design, and experiential brand strategy. As Co-Founder & CEO of the World Taste & Smell Association and Founder of Perfumarie, she operates at the intersection of neuroscience, fragrance and flavor science, hospitality, AI, and cultural storytelling.
With decades of cross-industry leadership and advisory experience, Mindy works with global brands, research institutions, cultural platforms, and emerging technologies to reimagine how people perceive, remember, and emotionally connect with products, places, and ideas.
Her work bridges science and art, data and intuition, precision and poetry—translating sensory intelligence into strategic advantage.
She is regularly invited to speak on:
The future of luxury through sensory intelligence and design
AI, perception, and the next era of human experience
Fragrance, flavor, and memory in brand architecture
Neuroaesthetics, wellness, and immersive storytelling
Inclusive design and the invisible languages of perception
Sensory data, identity, and long-term brand value
SPEAKING FEES
(Standard professional rates; subject to scope and usage)
Nonprofit / Academic / Research Institutions
$1,000–$2,500 (case-by-case; travel reimbursed)
Independent Studios / Boutique Agencies / Cultural Platforms
Starting at $5,000
Corporate / Global Brand Engagements
Starting at $10,000
Keynotes, Custom Workshops, Executive Briefings, or Brand Advisory Add-Ons
Custom proposal (typically $12,500–$25,000+ depending on scope)
All Engagements May Include
Strategic pre-event alignment session
Customized content development
Licensed use of bio, headshots, and select media assets
Optional cross-promotion via Mindy’s platforms
Post-event insights or advisory follow-up (as applicable)
Travel, lodging, and production expenses are billed separately unless otherwise agreed.
Reduced rates may be available for deeply mission-aligned or research-driven collaborations.