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Keynote SpeakerSuneel Gupta

Expert, Connecting Well-Being and Performance; Healthcare Entrepreneur; Bestselling Author; Host, American Express Business Class Docuseries; Visiting Scholar, Harvard Medical School

As the founding CEO of RISE, a breakthrough wellness company, Suneel Gupta helped thousands of people build better habits for life and work. Now as a bestselling author and Harvard Medical School visiting scholar, Suneel has taken his mission one step further – helping people reset, reignite, and find meaning... Read More

Biography

As the founding CEO of RISE, a breakthrough wellness company, Suneel Gupta helped thousands of people build better habits for life and work. Now as a bestselling author and Harvard Medical School visiting scholar, Suneel has taken his mission one step further – helping people reset, reignite, and find meaning in their work by bolstering emotional resilience and engagement. Suneel asks, “How can an organization excel on the outside if its people are exhausted on the inside?” Grit and hustle are simply not a long-term answer to dealing with non-stop change and stress. Suneel offers leaders and teams a better way to work; one that results in sustainable innovation, productivity, and fulfillment. He arms people with science-based habits that will avoid burnout, boost energy, and improve their professional and personal lives.

Suneel is a business survivor and the author of the international bestselling book Backable (2020). That book is rooted in his inner journey from twice-failed entrepreneur to becoming a leader behind two IPOs and being named “The New Face of Innovation” by the New York Stock Exchange. The book reveals the mindset shifts and hidden habits of people who are extraordinary at pushing new ideas forward.

In his transformative book, Everyday Dharma (2023) codifies Suneel’s mission to help people reset, reignite, and re-engage through a timeless practice called Dharma. Simply put, Dharma brings “who you are” and “what you do” into alignment. When we’re aligned, we’re able to produce our best work and lead ourselves and others effectively, experiencing true joy along the way.

As visiting scholar at Harvard Medical School, Suneel researches and teaches the interconnection between inner well-being and outer leadership. He is also emissary for Gross National Happiness between the United States and the Kingdom of Bhutan.

As CEO of RISE Suneel helped thousands of people establish a way to personalize their physical and mental health journey while connecting with certified nutritionists and trainers at an affordable price. The company was named “App of the Year” and partnered with then first-Lady Michelle Obama before being acquired by the NASDAQ-listed company One Medical Group. In 2022, with its acquisition of One Medical Group, RISE is now part of Amazon.

Suneel is the host of Business Class, a 2023 Webby Award-winning docuseries created by American Express, where he showcases entrepreneurs and business visionaries who embody struggle and resilience. He is joined on the show by guests like Top Chef’s Tom Colicchio, former monk Jay Shetty, and Martha Stewart.

He has partnered with The Second City comedy theater to teach students and executives how to innovate “on-your-feet” during times of rapid change.

Suneel has also personally backed ventures including Impossible Foods, AirBnB, 23&Me, and SpaceX. He was one of the very first investors in CALM, which now helps millions of people achieve a greater sense of work/life balance.

When a reporter once asked Suneel about his purpose, his response was to “find good people, and inspire them to do what inspires them.”

“Outstanding feedback overall (best speaker, very motivating, impactful messaging). One person was even brought to tears after picking up their index card due to how much their item resonated with others in the group.” Shell
“Suneel was extraordinary! His ability to connect, inspire and teach left us better equipped to not only face our jobs, but the world-at-large. The post feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, with a request for more.” SVP-CHRO, Human Resources, Bio-Techne
“We had great feedback on Suneel’s presentation, and I heard participants quote some of the learnings throughout the conference.” Riveron
“You brought the house down, full stop. Your presentation was exceptional and really resonated with our audience and the interactive card exchange delivered just as predicted.” Vice President, Business Network, PeopleForBikes
“People cannot stop raving about your session; it was just what the organization needed at this time. Thank you again for your generosity and vulnerability on stage.” GitLab
"The feedback of the day was more than we could have ever hoped for. Thank you for your gift of time, your message was well received and was a topic of side conversation throughout the day." CEO, Medical Alley Association
“He was perfect! He joined the Board members at the reception the night before and then delivered a great presentation at the Summit the next day to a packed audience. He set the tone for our event and we’ve received incredibly positive feedback.” Event Planner, Medical Alley Association
“Your presentation was inspiring and helped to remind us how much we lean on each other for our own success and happiness.” EVP & Managing Director, Americas, Dynata
“My phone has been blowing up with the overwhelming response. It was an honor having you with us and thank you for sharing your message to us here in Tupelo!!” Vice President of the Chamber of Commerce, Community Development Foundation
"You jump-started our annual kickoff meeting with the perfect message and tone. What moved people the most were your stories and practical techniques for how to manage our energy and deepen our level of engagement. With the changes we're facing, you delivered exactly what we needed to rise to the challenge. As the weeks pass, your message is sticking with us!" Chief Executive Officer, Constant Contact

Popular Talks by Suneel Gupta

  • Momentum: the energy to keep going
    We can’t create more time – but we can elevate our energy. Understanding that is the first step to increasing our capacity – personally and professionally – to build momentum and keep up with daily demands without succumbing to exhaustion. “People who fall short of their goals rarely run out of time or...
  • Head, heart, and hands: a new way to look at leadership
    Leadership has changed. To get things done and drive bottom-line results, leaders must embrace a striking truth: they don’t just impact people’s work, but their overall health and well-being. Leaders who understand how physical, mental, and emotional health drives business performance will build trust, become magnets for exceptional talent, and...
  • Purpose in action: bringing who you are to everything you do
    More than ever before, people are struggling to find meaning in their work. In this talk, Suneel Gupta helps people reset, reignite, and re-engage through a timeless practice called Dharma. Simply put, Dharma brings “who you are” and “what you do” into alignment. When we’re not aligned, we become exhausted,...