Emily Hikade
Keynote Speaker: Former CIA Officer-Turned-Entrepreneur; Founder & CEO at Petite Plume
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Emily Hikade Biography
Emily Hikade is the founder and CEO of Petite Plume, a luxury sleepwear and home company. In 2024, Hikade was named EY Entrepreneur of the Year and one of Inc. Magazine’s Top 200 Female Founders in 2023. Also in 2024, Petite Plume was included in the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies in the U.S.
Prior to launching Petite Plume, Hikade spent over fifteen years undercover in the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), focusing on Counterterrorism. Serving mostly in austere conditions, she was on the frontlines of Human Intelligence (HUMINT) collection in the Middle East, Asia and Africa. After a near plane crash during a mission, Hikade made the decision to seek out a significant career change.
In 2015, while still living and working abroad, she bootstrapped and launched Petite Plume. Without prior retail experience, Hikade built the company from the ground up and eventually evolved the business from a luxury sleepwear brand for the entire family to a full lifestyle brand that includes home, bedding and linens. Today, Petite Plume is available in nearly 500 stores nationwide, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus and is beloved by the Royal Family, Gwyneth Paltrow, Kevin Hart, and so many more. In 2023, Esquire declared Petite Plume "The Best Damn PJs on the Planet."
Petite Plume is currently 100% founder-owned and has been profitable since launch.
Hikade has been featured in media outlets including The Wall Street Journal, VOGUE, Forbes, Esquire, The Today Show, GQ, People and many more. She has spoken at universities, premier business conferences and corporate events. Hikade’s specialty is self-defense and she has trained in Krav Maga and Muay Thai kickboxing -- skills which she has used minimally since starting Petite Plume.
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What topics does Emily Hikade speak about?
Emily Hikade is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Women, Women in Business, Business, Women's History Month, Influential Women, Retail, Sales, Business Leadership, Art & Design, Fashion and Female Leadership.
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Emily Hikade generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
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Emily Hikade is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership and Women. The estimated speaking fee range to book Emily Hikade for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events Below $10,000. Emily Hikade generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Jennifer Hyman, Alexandra Wilkis Wilson and Sophia Amoruso. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Emily Hikade for an upcoming event.
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CenterPoint was privileged to have Emily Hikade as our guest speaker for International Women's Day. Emily captivated an audience of over 50 employees with her stories of transitioning from Notre Dame to the CIA, raising her family across the globe, and moving from a distinguished career in the CIA to starting an internationally renowned business from East Africa. Her ability to navigate such diverse and challenging environments is truly inspiring. One of the most memorable moments was when Emily discussed the feeling of invincibility and her experiences in life-threatening situations, and how having children and a family shifted her focus toward stability and safety. The concept of “When you're home and safe, that's when you put on your pajamas” inspired her to launch Petite Plume. The importance of feeling safe and comfortable at home resonated deeply with everyone present. Emily's journey served as a powerful reminder of the impact that even one person can have on society. Her insights and experiences profoundly impacted all attendees, and the atmosphere in the room after her presentation was vibrant. In fact, several months later, people on the team are still talking her presentation and what she said. We felt truly fortunate to have had the chance to learn from her. I highly recommend Emily for any speaking engagement.
CenterPoint Properties - Nov 05 2024 -
Emily was the keynote speaker at our Notre Dame Women of Impact Conference. Hearing Emily speak is a transformative experience! She embodies the extraordinary blend of courage, innovation, and grace. Her journey from the world of intelligence to building a successful luxury pajama brand is nothing short of inspiring! Emily’s insights were particularly empowering for the women in the audience, offering a powerful message about embracing one’s strengths and pursuing passion with unwavering determination. Emily’s story is a beacon of inspiration, reminding us all that with vision and perseverance, WOMEN can do anything!
University of Notre Dame - Sep 15 2024
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How do I book Emily Hikade to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Emily Hikade 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 Emily Hikade, 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 Emily Hikade or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Emily Hikade for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Emily Hikade, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Emily Hikade are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and Below $10,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Emily Hikade, 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 Emily Hikade speak about?
Emily Hikade is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Entrepreneurship, Executive Leadership, Women, Women in Business, Business, Women's History Month, Influential Women, Retail, Sales, Business Leadership, Art & Design, Fashion and Female Leadership. -
Where does Emily Hikade travel from?
Emily Hikade generally travels from Chicago, IL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Emily Hikade?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Emily Hikade 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 Emily Hikade 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 Emily Hikade 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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