Caralena Peterson

Caralena Peterson

Keynote Speaker: Author of "Effortless Perfection Myth"

Caralena Peterson Biography

Caralena (Cara) Peterson is a speaker and writer educating both students and their parents on the “Effortless Perfection” Myth and the mental health crisis it has spurred on campuses across the United States, especially amongst women. Known as the Effortless Perfection expert, she has written about the Myth -- the intense pressure to accomplish it all but seem as if it took no effort -- for places like Inside Higher Ed, The Week, Teen Vogue, She Knows Media, Ms. Magazine, Rewire News, and Bustle, and dives deeper into all of its effects and solutions in her book, "The Effortless Perfection Myth: Debunking the Myth and Revealing the Path to Empowerment for Today’s College Women."

Peterson earned her B.A. in Women’s Studies and Public Policy at Duke University and her M.A. at the Middlebury Bread Loaf School of English. She has spoken to audiences including TEDx, Duke, Cornell, Harvard, Middlebury, Tulane, Amazon GoodReads, and the National Women's History Museum, among others, and appeared on news programs such as "Good Morning Washington" and PIX11.

Peterson is a middle and high school English and history teacher. She is also a mixed-medium artist whose work has appeared in The New York Times and Washington Life Magazine.

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Caralena Peterson Videos

Cara Peterson - Spark Summit 2023
Carolina Peterson - PIX11 News
Caralena Peterson - “The Effortless Perfection Myth”

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What topics does Caralena Peterson speak about?

Caralena Peterson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Youth, Feminism, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Mental Health, College and Education.

Where does Caralena Peterson travel from?

Caralena Peterson generally travels from New Orleans, LA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Caralena Peterson?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Caralena Peterson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Caralena Peterson for your next private or corporate function.

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Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.


Caralena Peterson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Non-Fiction Authors and Youth. The estimated speaking fee range to book Caralena Peterson for live events is Below $10,000. Please contact us for virtual event fees. Caralena Peterson generally travels from New Orleans, LA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Christine Walker, MPPA, Rosalind Wiseman and Christian F. Nunes. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Caralena Peterson for an upcoming event.

Caralena Peterson Videos

Cara Peterson - Spark Summit 2023
Carolina Peterson - PIX11 News
Caralena Peterson - “The Effortless Perfection Myth”
  • How do I book Caralena Peterson to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Caralena Peterson for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Caralena Peterson, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Caralena Peterson or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Caralena Peterson for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Caralena Peterson, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fee for a live event is Below $10,000. For the most current speaking fee to hire Caralena Peterson, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent.
  • What topics does Caralena Peterson speak about?

    Caralena Peterson is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Youth, Feminism, Women's Empowerment, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Mental Health, College and Education.
  • Where does Caralena Peterson travel from?

    Caralena Peterson generally travels from New Orleans, LA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Caralena Peterson?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Caralena Peterson for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Caralena Peterson for your next private or corporate function.
  • What is a full-service speaker booking agency?

    AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Caralena Peterson or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
  • Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?

    If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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