Available for 2026 bookings Toronto-based • North America + International

Mohit Rajhans

Media strategist, AI advisor, and “Mediologist” — helping leaders translate AI + platform change into decisions that stick. Expect sharp takes, practical frameworks, and zero tolerance for buzzword theatre.

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Bridges strategy + storytelling From newsroom instincts to boardroom clarity — designed for leaders who need signal, not noise.

Action-ready formats Keynotes, panels, workshops, and moderator packages built to produce next-week outcomes.

Trusted voice Regular media contributor and advisor across communications, education, and the future of work.

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Two fast paths — pick the one that fits.

1) Media / Producer Call Need a segment, panel guest, or rapid POV? Book a quick producer call.

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2) Keynote / Workshop Request Want Mohit on stage or in the room with your team? Submit details and get options back.

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Prefer email? Send context (event date, audience, goals, format, location, budget range) to mohit@thinkstart.ca.

Pick your lane

Four ways to work together — built for fast booking and clear outcomes.

Speaking

Keynotes • Panels

Stage-ready POVs on AI, platforms, media, and the future of work — tailored to your audience and goals.

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Workshops

Hands-on • Playbooks

Interactive sessions that leave teams with workflows, templates, and guardrails — not just inspiration.

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Leadership Sessions

ELT • Boards

Executive briefings, decision support, and “what’s the move?” alignment sessions built for leaders.

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Media

Live • TV • Podcasts

Fast, producer-friendly commentary with clean hooks, crisp language, and quotable takeaways.

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About Mohit

A practical bridge between storytelling, technology, and organizational decision-making.

Award-winning Mediologist • Keynote Speaker • AI Strategist

Mohit Rajhans builds usable bridges between AI and real-world work. With 20+ years across Canada’s major media networks, he translates technical complexity into tools, roadmaps, and agentic workflows teams can apply the next day. He’s the Founder of Think Start Inc. (ThinkStart.ca) and the creator of Mohit.AI and Dadspotting.com.

Mohit’s work spans classroom teaching, executive briefings, and high-impact keynotes with a single aim: move AI from policy into practice—with governance-first adoption and outcomes you can measure.

Recognized with a 2024 “Best of the Stage” award. Frequent media contributor on tech, entertainment, media innovation, the future of work, and AI in Canada.

Core themes people book him for

AI, Now What? Separate hype from measurable value — and decide what to deploy, train, or stop doing.

Reskilling for agentic work Role redesign, microskilling, disclosure norms, and human–agent workflows that don’t collapse in week two.

Media + platform transformation The social media shift, search disruption, synthetic media risk, and what it means for brands and trust.

Governance-first adoption Guardrails, provenance, and practical policy you can actually operationalize.

Optional human note: he’s had a few surreal moments (including a Shah Rukh Khan dance floor cameo and a Warren Buffett selfie) — but he’ll still leave your room with next-day actions.

Available for: keynotes, workshops, executive offsites, curriculum development, and board briefings.

Who this works best for

Leadership, communications, education, and creative industries navigating AI + platform shifts

Executive & Leadership Teams Clarity on what to do next: governance, workflow design, and where AI actually saves time.

Comms, Marketing & Media Trust, reputation, platforms, synthetic media risk, and the end of “post more” as a strategy.

Education & L&D Practical AI literacy, knowledge-management habits, and realistic classroom/organizational guardrails.

Signature Topics

Pick a lane — or build a custom talk that fits your objectives.

Reskilling: Admin → Agentic How teams actually adapt: workflows, disclosure norms, and training people to work with agents.

The Social Media Shift (2026) Posting zero, platform exodus, and why permission + personalization are the new attention economy.

AI, Influence & Accountability Governance for the real world: provenance, synthetic media risk, and the “trust stack.”

Knowledge Management as Power AI doesn’t replace expertise — it amplifies the systems you already have (or exposes the chaos).

Content Culture & the Wrapped Economy Why year-end “data trophies” matter, and what they signal about platforms, habits, and brands.

Tech Policy & Communication How to explain regulation, risk, and public trust without sounding like a compliance manual.

Formats & Booking Options

Designed to be easy to buy — and easy to execute.

Keynote

30–60 minutes • High signal • Built for leadership rooms and conferences.

Best for: conferences • retreats • leadership summits

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Workshop / Training

60–120 minutes • Interactive • Leaves your team with a playbook + next steps.

Best for: L&D • comms teams • schools • creators

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Moderator / Panel Host

Prep + run-of-show • Audience Q&A • Keeps panels sharp and on-time.

Best for: festivals • industry panels • public forums

Book as moderator FAQ

Want this packaged with pre/post content (promo copy, short clips, internal comms deck, or a one-page playbook)? Mention “wraparound assets” in your inquiry.

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Testimonials

Credibility is nice. Specificity is better.

“Mohit stands out as an insightful and practical AI leader who offers valuable guidance. His advice has personally helped me stay ahead of the curve.”

— Denise Sweet, Senior IT Business Analyst (October 18, 2025)

“Mohit consistently brings meaningful perspectives on the media and entertainment industry and is my go-to for genuinely insightful and expert takes on the sector. Enthusiastic and diligent, he has an exceptional ability to lead dynamic and impactful discussions — having chaired numerous panels at IBC. I highly recommend him and look forward to collaborating again.”

— Andrea Lloyd, Content Manager & Conference and Events Producer (October 31, 2024)

“Mohit is a tremendous forward-thinking leader in the content and media industry with a strong background in mentoring, coaching, and influencing the future workforce. He's a thought leader driving innovative evolution in this new era of digital information consumption and modern media platforms — someone I'd work with at any opportunity across sectors.”

— George M. Sousa, Board Director | Executive Business & Technology Leader | Executive Advisor and Consultant (September 25, 2020)

“Mohit's classroom presence is rare: he teaches like a practitioner and thinks like a strategist. He breaks complex tech into operational steps and leaves teams with a roadmap they can actually use.”

— Humber College

Books & Speaker Programs

Use these as talk foundations, workshop pathways, or pre-reads.

AI, Now What? A future-proofing lens to stop wasting time with AI — focus on high-value work and measurable outcomes this quarter.

Reskilling for the Future of Work: Admin → Agentic Leadership and microskill frameworks to reinvent roles for the agent era — reinvention, not replacement.

Disrupting Search A hands-on manual to audit and rebuild discovery strategy when traditional SEO rules no longer apply.

AI for Film & Television Sessions on rights, workflows, and creative operations — with a pragmatic producer mindset.

Navigating the Social Media Shift A concise guide to platform change, attention economics, and practical media hygiene for parents & professionals.

Rethinking Your Content Tactical systems for content operations, repackaging, and sustainable reach — stop creating more, start strategizing better.

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Selected Media & Appearances

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Mohit Rajhans — AI News

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Mohit Rajhans — Media Stories

Broader media + culture coverage and industry POVs.

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Guest Segments Archive

A curated playlist of live hits and longer conversations.

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Jan 1, 2025 — CDX Business Summit Keynote & panel on AI strategy and future-proofing media operations. (Add link)

May 14, 2024 — CBC “Airplay” Tech + Hollywood: how AI reshapes production, rights, and creative workflows. (Add link)

Jul 18, 2023 — Let’s Talk About the Internet (Podcast) Platform dynamics, attention economy, and practical media hygiene. (Add link)

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Request Availability

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Include: date(s), city/virtual, audience (size + type), goal, preferred format, and any “must cover” questions.

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FAQ

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What do you need from us to confirm a booking?

Date + location/virtual, audience profile + size, what you want the room to do differently after the talk, and the preferred format (keynote, workshop, panel moderation).

Do you customize talks?

Yes. The default is to tailor examples and takeaways to your sector. If you want a fully custom program with pre/post assets, ask for “wraparound assets.”

Can you deliver this as a workshop with outcomes?

That’s the point. Workshops can include a mini audit, a decision matrix, a policy/disclosure checklist, or a workflow playbook — depending on your objectives.

Virtual vs in-person?

Both. For virtual, interactive formats work best (live polls, breakouts, guided templates). For in-person, we can add a Q&A segment that doubles as stakeholder discovery.

Do you offer media commentary / producer support?

Yes — for segments, panels, and live commentary. Use the “Media / Producer Call” booking option above.

Contact mohit@thinkstart.ca
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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