Rupal Patel

Rupal Patel

Keynote Speaker: Crisis Leadership & Talent Development Expert; Advocate for Rehumanizing Workplaces; Bestselling Author of "From CIA to CEO"

Rupal Patel Biography

Rupal Patel’s high-octane career has taken her from the CIA and military briefing rooms in jungles and war zones, to being an inspiring speaker in corporate boardrooms and international stages. During her thrilling career at the CIA, she advised Four-Star Generals, earned War Zone Service Medals, and was recognized by the CIA Director for “superior support to the President of the United States.”

After leaving the CIA, Patel earned her MBA and started her first award-winning business over a decade ago. Called a “Power Woman” by Harper's Bazaar and a “super-strategist” by her clients, Patel is a sought-after international speaker, corporate consultant, and executive advisor who has spoken in front of thousands and delivered customized leadership and talent development programs for Fortune 100 companies around the globe and the White House.

Her trailblazing work has been incorporated into the MBA and Executive MBA programs at elite business schools across the U.S. and UK where she serves as visiting faculty, and has been featured in USA Today, Business Insider, CNBC and other prominent media outlets. In 2023, Patel was named “One of the Most Influential Women of the Year” and in 2024, she was awarded SUCCESS Magazine's Changemaker Award for her “relentless passion and innovative spirits” in creating “meaningful social, environmental and economic impact worldwide.”

Her commitment to developing the next generation of leaders and change-makers extends into her pro bono work for Virgin Startup and Techstars, her roles as Entrepreneur in Residence at London Business School and Alumni in Residence at the University of Chicago, and as a delegate to the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women.

She is the author of the international best-seller "From CIA to CEO: Unconventional Life Lessons for Thinking Bigger, Leading Better, and Being Bolder," which has been translated into multiple languages and been hailed as “one of the best business books” and “essential for bringing your ambitions to life,” and her TED talk explores the power of “owning your weird” to unleash personal excellence.

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Rupal Patel Speaking Topics

  • Identity-driven leadership
  • Personal and professional resilience
  • Performance under pressure
  • Tenacity and adaptability
  • Growth mindset

Rupal Patel Videos

Rupal Patel, Entreprenora on balancing possibilities and defence within innovation
From CIA to CEO: Rupal Patel shares her lessons on business culture from the world of espionage
Rupal Patel In Conversation With Hannah MacInnes

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How much does it cost to book Rupal Patel for a speaking engagement?

Speaking fees for Rupal Patel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Rupal Patel are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rupal Patel, 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 Rupal Patel speak about?

Rupal Patel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Innovation, Women, Communication, Author, TED, Resilience, Personal Growth, Mindset, Leadership, Change Management, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Motivational, Work-Life Balance and Entrepreneurship.

Where does Rupal Patel travel from?

Rupal Patel generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.

Who is the agent for Rupal Patel?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rupal Patel 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 Rupal Patel 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 Rupal Patel 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.


Rupal Patel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Innovation, Women and Communication. The estimated speaking fee range to book Rupal Patel for live events is $10,000 - $20,000, and for virtual events $10,000 - $20,000. Rupal Patel generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Amanda Gore, Jones Loflin and Libby Gill. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Rupal Patel for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 12/03/2025.

Rupal Patel Speaking Topics

    • Identity-driven leadership
    • Personal and professional resilience
    • Performance under pressure
    • Tenacity and adaptability
    • Growth mindset

Rupal Patel Videos

Rupal Patel, Entreprenora on balancing possibilities and defence within innovation
From CIA to CEO: Rupal Patel shares her lessons on business culture from the world of espionage
Rupal Patel In Conversation With Hannah MacInnes
Communication secrets of emotionally intelligent people
Rupal Patel | TEDxManchester
  • How do I book Rupal Patel to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Rupal Patel 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 Rupal Patel, 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 Rupal Patel or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Rupal Patel for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Rupal Patel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Rupal Patel are $10,000 - $20,000 for live events and $10,000 - $20,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Rupal Patel, 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 Rupal Patel speak about?

  • Where does Rupal Patel travel from?

    Rupal Patel generally travels from New York, NY, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
  • Who is the agent for Rupal Patel?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Rupal Patel 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 Rupal Patel 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 Rupal Patel 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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