Menka Soni Age, Wiki and Bio

Menka Soni

Quick Info

ProfessionCommunity Leader, Nonprofit Founder, Small Business Advocate, International Event Producer, Real Estate Broker and Consultant
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth01/01/1974
Age52 years
BirthplaceAgra, Uttar Pradesh, India

Bio/Wiki

Nick NameMona
Known For
  • Being sworn in as a Redmond City Councillor (2025)
  • First Indian-American woman to take her oath of office with the Bhagwad Gita

Physical Stats & More

Height5' 5" (165 cm)
Eye ColorBrown
Hair ColorMedium Ash Blonde

Educational Qualification(s)

School
  • St. Thomas School, Sarojini Nagar, Lucknow
  • City Montessori School, Rajajipuram, Lucknow
College/University
  • University of Lucknow, Lucknow
  • Institute of Productivity & Management, Lucknow
  • Institute of Chartered Financial Analyst of India, Hyderabad
Degrees
  • Bachelor's of Science in Mathematics and Physics from University of Lucknow (1992-1995)
  • Master's of Business Administration in Finance & Marketing from Institute of Productivity & Management (1995-1998)
  • Certified Investment Banking from Institute of Chartered Financial Analyst of India (2001-2003)

Personal Life

ReligionHinduism
Hobbies
  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Traveling

Relationships & More

Marital StatusMarried

Family

FatherJagdish Singh Malhotra (Deceased)
MotherMotia Rani Malhotra
SiblingsFive siblings
SpouseAshish Soni
Children
  • Son: None
  • Daughter(s): 2 (Aastha Soni, Meher Soni)

Career

Career OverviewMenka Soni boasts a diverse career spanning over 30 years, starting in the corporate sector with significant roles at major companies such as Microsoft and T-Mobile. In 2011, she shifted her focus to community service, becoming a vice president of the OneRedmond Foundation, where she has dedicated 14 years to economic development and community initiatives. She also founded the non-profit organization Ampowering, which tackles homelessness and food insecurity while empowering women. Her commitment to cultural advocacy is notable, having successfully organized multiple fashion and cultural events that celebrate diversity in the community.
Awards, Honours, Achievements
  • President’s Service Gold Award from the White House
  • Diversity, Inclusion & Equity Champion Award from T-Mobile
  • Diversity & Inclusion Ambassador Award from the Mayor of Renton
  • Covid Hero Award from Bellevue City Council and City of Redmond
  • Best in Non-Profit Award from The Global Beauty Awards
  • Global Peace Award from the World Peace & Diplomacy Organization
  • Most Admired Global Indian Award from Passion Vista

Social Media

Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/menka_soni_/
Facebookhttps://www.facebook.com/menka.soni
LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/menka-soni-pmp-12598b4/

Some Lesser Known Facts

Menka grew up in a conservative family in Agra and was the fifth-born girl, facing biases against girls in her upbringing.
She was the first girl in her family to pursue higher education despite earlier restrictions.
In 2004, Menka moved to the USA after marrying her husband Ashish.
In 2009, due to visa issues, she left her corporate job but later became involved in community work.
Menka established her first designer apparel brand, Ravishing Inc., to support traditional artisans in Lucknow.
She is recognized for her efforts in promoting women's empowerment and preventing domestic violence.

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