Michele Rigby Assad
Keynote Speaker: Former C.I.A. Intelligence Officer; Counterterrorism Specialist & Author of "Breaking Cover"
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Michele Rigby Assad Biography
Michele Rigby Assad’s career began in Washington, D.C. working for an international relief and development agency in its government relations department. She joined the CIA in January 2002 and spent a decade serving as an undercover intelligence officer in the Directorate of Operations. Specializing in counterterrorism, counterintelligence and lie detection, Rigby Assad spent the majority of her career in the Middle East. She had five overseas tours, to include Iraq and other secret locations.
Since leaving the CIA, Rigby Assad and her husband Joseph have run an international consulting firm that provides support to Western and not-native companies working in the Arabian Gulf, the wider Middle East, and several countries in Asia and Europe (SITE Advisors).
Her bestselling book "Breaking Cover: My Secret Life in the CIA and What it Taught Me About What’s Worth Fighting For," was published in 2018. Her second book, "Get Off the X: CIA Secrets for Conquering Obstacles and Achieving Your Life’s Mission" was published in 2025. She holds a master’s degree in Contemporary Arab Studies from Georgetown University’s School of Foreign Service and a political science degree from Palm Beach Atlantic University.
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Michele Rigby Assad Speaking Topics
How to get out of your personal or corporate comfort zone
Michele Rigby Assad uses stories from her CIA experience to illustrate the power of grit, the power of perseverance, and determination to learn and grow—no matter what. Instead of focusing on the challenges and negativity presented to her, Michele demonstrates how focusing on mastering a skill, learning new material, and pushing to grow is what transformed her life and career.
- Your mindset is the most important thing.
- Grit trumps natural talent.
- What worked before may not work when the storms of life sweep in. Stay flexible to respond to the challenge.
- That which is unexpected and unwelcome could turn out to be your biggest blessing.
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What topics does Michele Rigby Assad speak about?
Michele Rigby Assad is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Security & Defense, Government, Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Resilience, Personal Growth and Sales.
Where does Michele Rigby Assad travel from?
Michele Rigby Assad generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Michele Rigby Assad?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michele Rigby Assad 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 Michele Rigby Assad for your next private or corporate function.
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Michele Rigby Assad is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Security & Defense, Government and Author. The estimated speaking fee range to book Michele Rigby Assad for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Michele Rigby Assad generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Christopher Strom, Nada Bakos and Carey Lohrenz. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Michele Rigby Assad for an upcoming event.
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Michele Rigby Assad Speaking Topics
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Get Off the X
How to get out of your personal or corporate comfort zone
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The Life-Altering Power of Grit
Michele Rigby Assad uses stories from her CIA experience to illustrate the power of grit, the power of perseverance, and determination to learn and grow—no matter what. Instead of focusing on the challenges and negativity presented to her, Michele demonstrates how focusing on mastering a skill, learning new material, and pushing to grow is what transformed her life and career.
- Your mindset is the most important thing.
- Grit trumps natural talent.
- What worked before may not work when the storms of life sweep in. Stay flexible to respond to the challenge.
- That which is unexpected and unwelcome could turn out to be your biggest blessing.
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Lessons from the CIA–How to Handle Extreme Stress, Unexpected Change, and Uncertainty
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How to Turn Perceived Liabilities into Your Greatest Strengths
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My Advantage as a Female in the CIA
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Michele Rigby Assad Reviews
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“Our organization has monthly speakers and we’ve seen and heard from our fair share of amazing people. Michele was different, however. She was unique to her story but her story was really all of our stories. We were able to relate to how we underestimate our own capabilities. Whether you are a CIA Intelligence Officer or a homemaker, she shares how the power we all have to create our own destinies has always been within us. Wonderful presentation!”
Winter Park Republican Women, Federated - Oct 27 2020 -
“Michele is a dynamic and engaging speaker who uses her experiences in the CIA to connect with her audience in a way that is very relatable. She is a storyteller and we all wanted to hear more!”
New Hope Church - Oct 27 2020 -
“Michele Assad’s stories of life in the CIA are riveting, and she tells them in a way that captures the astounding nature of her experiences in the Middle East. She challenged us to pursue a fresh perspective on the interaction between Christianity and Islam and the role of America in the world.”
La Tourneau University - Oct 27 2020
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How do I book Michele Rigby Assad to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Michele Rigby Assad 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 Michele Rigby Assad, 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 Michele Rigby Assad or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Michele Rigby Assad for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Michele Rigby Assad, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Michele Rigby Assad are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Michele Rigby Assad, 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 Michele Rigby Assad speak about?
Michele Rigby Assad is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Security & Defense, Government, Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Human Resources, Teamwork & Teambuilding, Resilience, Personal Growth and Sales. -
Where does Michele Rigby Assad travel from?
Michele Rigby Assad generally travels from Orlando, FL, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Michele Rigby Assad?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Michele Rigby Assad 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 Michele Rigby Assad 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 Michele Rigby Assad 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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