Quick Info
| Profession | Community Leader, Nonprofit Founder, Small Business Advocate, International Event Producer, Real Estate Broker, Consultant |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 01/01/1974 |
| Age | 52 years |
| Birthplace | Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India |
Latest News about Menka Soni
11/12/2025
Menka Soni created history by becoming the first Indian-American woman sworn into the Redmond City Council using the Bhagavad Gita. She explained that holding the Gita during her oath honored her upbringing, faith, and cultural values, reflecting her commitment to celebrating India's cultural legacy in American politics. The ceremony highlights a growing trend of Indian-origin leaders incorporating the Gita in official swearing-ins.
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Bio/Wiki
| Nick Name | Mona |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Brown |
| Hair Color | Medium Ash Blonde |
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Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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Family
| Father | Jagdish Singh Malhotra (Deceased) |
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| Mother | Motia Rani Malhotra |
| Siblings | Five siblings |
| Spouse | Ashish Soni |
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Career
| Career Overview | Menka Soni boasts over 22 years of corporate experience with industry leaders including Microsoft, T-Mobile, Starbucks, and General Motors, combined with more than a decade of community services, civic and nonprofit leadership across Washington State. In 2011, she shifted her focus to community service, becoming a vice president of the OneRedmond Foundation, where she has dedicated over a decade to economic development and community initiatives. She founded the nonprofit organization AmPowering in 2009, a 501(c)(3) dedicated to fighting homelessness, food insecurity, and social isolation, serving 2,500+ meals weekly to low-income and homeless neighbors across the USA, Canada, and India. She also leads Sonasme Productions, a social impact-driven media and event production company producing North America Fashion Week, Global Women Festival, and numerous cultural events. Her commitment to cultural advocacy is notable, having successfully organized multiple fashion and cultural events including the Color Festival attended by 15,000+ people. She serves as City of Redmond Arts Commissioner, Executive Board Member with One Redmond Foundation, City of Renton Mayor-appointed Inclusion Task Force Member, City of Renton Lodging & Tourism Board Member, and South King County Advisory Board Member for homelessness & housing. |
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Social Media
| https://www.instagram.com/menka_soni_/ | |
| https://www.facebook.com/menka.soni | |
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/menka-soni-pmp-12598b4/ |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Menka grew up in a conservative family in Agra and was the fifth-born girl, facing biases against girls in her upbringing. | |
| 2. She was the first girl in her family to pursue higher education despite earlier restrictions. | |
| 3. In 2004, Menka moved to the USA after marrying her husband Ashish. | |
| 4. In 2009, due to visa issues, she left her corporate job but later became involved in community work. | |
| 5. Menka established her first designer apparel brand, Ravishing Inc., to support traditional artisans in Lucknow. | |
| 6. She is recognized for her efforts in promoting women's empowerment and preventing domestic violence. | |
| 7. Her resilience comes from her roots growing up in a small town in India. |