Anna Simakova

Care taker, Connector, Event planner, Foodie, Global soul, Parent, Producer, Social entrepreneur, World traveler

Anna is a planning mastermind, an entrepreneur, a content creator, a foodie, an educator, CEO and co-founder of ANAGRAM8. Born in Siberia, raised on Black Sea shore, Anna brings to the table her cool mind and warm heart in addition to 25 years of strategic marketing and international event planning experience in 8 countries and 5 continents. If you catch Anna outside of work, she is an adventurous traveler, a movie buff, a fearless improvisational cook, a podcast producer, and an avid biker rider.

I am passionate about creating experiences that unite education, creativity, growth and community. My work centers on developing initiatives that foster emotional intelligence, sustainability, and human connection: from Social Emotional Learning programs in schools, to community-based projects like the Jump’n Jacks Tournament and Anna’s Ark or just planning the holiday and meal for my client. Whether through building, learning, or sharing a meal, I find joy in bringing people together. Cooking, experimenting, and feeding others are extensions of that same impulse: to nurture, to connect, and to celebrate our shared humanity. I believe that when people play, learn, eat and build together, they rediscover the energy that makes us thrive - our collective vibe.

Your Vibe is Your Tribe. Your Tribe is your Vibe. “Your Vibe Is Your Tribe” is more than a slogan. It’s a philosophy of connection, growth, and shared purpose. It reminds us that the energy we bring into the world attracts the people, opportunities, and communities that reflect it back. Conversely, “Your Tribe Is Your Vibe” means that who we surround ourselves with: our community, collaborators, and students - ultimately shapes the rhythm and direction of our own journey. Together, these two ideas express a full circle: personal alignment and collective empowerment. The projects I’m developing embody this principle in action: Jump’n Jacks Tournament is a movement that brings people of all ages together through play, competition, and laughter. It transforms a simple game into a shared cultural experience that builds self-confidence, teamwork, and unity. This is the tribe in motion where energy, joy, and inclusion form the pulse of the community. Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Programs for Schools: here, vibe meets growth. These workshops help young people develop emotional intelligence, empathy, and leadership skills. By learning to manage emotions and communicate with respect, students discover that the energy they project determines the relationships and environments they create. The Boat Project (Anna’s Ark): this initiative redefines sustainability and purpose. By transforming old boats into eco-tiny homes, it gives new life to forgotten vessels and new hope to people learning craftsmanship, teamwork, and environmental stewardship. It reflects how community collaboration can turn challenges into opportunities - vibes into vessels. Ultimately, Your Vibe Is Your Tribe / Your Tribe Is Your Vibe isn’t just a saying. It’s a living framework for conscious collaboration. It’s about building communities where every person feels seen, every idea has space to grow, and every project uplifts the people it touches.

I grew professionally while being inspired by TED Talks - they were my teachers, motivators, and quiet companions during years of growth. One day, I saw a job posting with TED and decided to apply. That particular project never materialized, but it opened a new door: I was invited to support TED events in New York. From that moment, I discovered not just a workplace, but a family - a tribe of people who share the same curiosity, creativity, and belief in ideas that can change the world. Since then, I’ve remained dedicated to contributing to TED whenever and wherever I’m needed.

Singing, painting, and making jokes