Former Silicon Alley Reporter, Managing Editor, Kirin Kalia, Joins Schmoozd
We have some exciting news to share with our amazing community!
We are beyond excited to welcome Kirin Kalia, former Managing Editor of Silicon Alley Reporter, to the Schmoozd family! Kirin will be taking the helm as the new editor of our newsletter, WeeklyHap.
Get ready, because your inbox is about to get a major upgrade.
Kirin Kalia
So, who is Kirin Kalia? Oh, just a total powerhouse and the secret weapon you wish you had in your corner. With over 25 years of experience in journalism and marketing, Kirin is a startup coach, mentor, and the host of the must-listen podcast, Message Worth Millions (Spotify). She has dedicated her career to helping founders craft compelling stories that secure funding and drive growth. Basically, she’s a communication queen!
Kirin has coached thousands of founders, helping them pitch to innovation leaders at companies like VISA, P&G Ventures, and The Estée Lauder Companies. She’s also a recognized All-Star Mentor for the prestigious Techstars Los Angeles program and guides startups at accelerators for Harvard Alumni Entrepreneurs and MassChallenge. She knows exactly what it takes to make a message land and a startup succeed.
Not to mention, Kirin was formerly the Editorial Director for Jason Calacanis‘ LAUNCH Media (launch.co) in 2010, where she helped shape compelling content for one of tech’s most influential platforms.
Before that, she served as the Managing Editor for the Silicon Alley Reporter, a role that solidified her expertise in elevating tech and startup stories to the next level.
Kirin is the epitome of editorial excellence. With her talent for crafting compelling stories and her extensive industry expertise, she has become a transformative force in the world of communications.
Having Kirin at the helm of WeeklyHap means you’ll be getting insights and stories curated by one of the best in the business. Her expertise in storytelling and her deep connections within the tech ecosystem will bring a whole new level of value to our newsletter.
We couldn’t be more excited to have Kirin lead WeeklyHap and share her wisdom with all of you. Please join us in giving her a massive Schmoozd welcome.








