Sunita Sah
Keynote Speaker: Award-Winning Tenured Professor & Organizational Psychologist at Cornell University
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Sunita Sah Biography
Dr. Sunita Sah investigates what makes us comply. She is an award-winning, tenured professor and organizational psychologist at Cornell University who has conducted groundbreaking research on defiance, advice, and influence.
A trained physician, she practiced medicine in the United Kingdom and worked as a management consultant for the pharmaceutical industry. She currently teaches executives, leaders, and students in healthcare and business.
Dr. Sah is a sought-after international speaker and consultant, advisor to government agencies, and former Commissioner of the National Commission on Forensic Science. Her multidisciplinary research and analyses have been widely published in leading academic journals and media entities including The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, Harvard Business Review, and Scientific American.
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Sunita Sah Speaking Topics
EMPOWER VOICES. UNLEASH INNOVATION. BUILD A BETTER WORKPLACE.
Have you ever watched a great idea die in silence? Or seen a mistake go unchallenged because no one felt safe to speak up?
In today’s rapidly changing world, innovation depends on bold thinking—and bold thinking depends on people who are willing to speak up.
In this powerful and engaging keynote, Dr. Sunita Sah reveals why even your smartest, most well-intentioned employees often stay silent. Drawing from cutting-edge research on authority, influence, and compliance, she exposes the invisible forces that keep people quiet—and shows how this silence can cost companies innovation, trust, and performance.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
With humor, insight, and practical tools, Dr. Sah empowers audiences with strategies to find their voice and speak up regardless of role or personality. She also inspires leaders to create psychologically safe cultures where ideas are welcomed, concerns are addressed, and creativity thrives.
HELPS YOUR ORGANIZATION TO:
- Understand the hidden pressures that suppress speaking up —even in high-performing teams
- Build cultures of constructive defiance that drive innovation and smarter decision-making
- Develop leaders who encourage constructive dissent and foster inclusion without fear
- Reduce burnout, frustration, and turnover by aligning employee actions with values
- Improve communication, collaboration, and employee engagement
- Drive better business outcomes—including profitability, productivity, and purpose
PARTICIPANTS ALSO RECEIVE:
- A copy of Dr. Sah’s bestselling book "DEFY"
- Meet, greet and book signing time with Dr. Sah
Whether you're navigating change, launching new initiatives, or seeking to unlock the full potential of your team—this talk will spark a culture shift. Expect your people to leave feeling inspired, courageous, and ready to speak up when it matters.
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How much does it cost to book Sunita Sah for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Sunita Sah, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sunita Sah, 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 Sunita Sah speak about?
Sunita Sah is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Psychology, Social Sciences, Medicine, Business Consulting, Professors and Personal Growth.
Where does Sunita Sah travel from?
Sunita Sah 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 Sunita Sah?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sunita Sah 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 Sunita Sah 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 Sunita Sah 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.
Sunita Sah is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Author, Non-Fiction Authors and Human Resources. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Sunita Sah 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 Charlotte Markey, Robert Kegan and Shauna Shapiro Ph.D.. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Sunita Sah for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Sunita Sah Speaking Topics
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DEFY: How To Speak Up When It Matters
EMPOWER VOICES. UNLEASH INNOVATION. BUILD A BETTER WORKPLACE.
Have you ever watched a great idea die in silence? Or seen a mistake go unchallenged because no one felt safe to speak up?
In today’s rapidly changing world, innovation depends on bold thinking—and bold thinking depends on people who are willing to speak up.
In this powerful and engaging keynote, Dr. Sunita Sah reveals why even your smartest, most well-intentioned employees often stay silent. Drawing from cutting-edge research on authority, influence, and compliance, she exposes the invisible forces that keep people quiet—and shows how this silence can cost companies innovation, trust, and performance.
But it doesn’t have to be this way.
With humor, insight, and practical tools, Dr. Sah empowers audiences with strategies to find their voice and speak up regardless of role or personality. She also inspires leaders to create psychologically safe cultures where ideas are welcomed, concerns are addressed, and creativity thrives.
HELPS YOUR ORGANIZATION TO:
- Understand the hidden pressures that suppress speaking up —even in high-performing teams
- Build cultures of constructive defiance that drive innovation and smarter decision-making
- Develop leaders who encourage constructive dissent and foster inclusion without fear
- Reduce burnout, frustration, and turnover by aligning employee actions with values
- Improve communication, collaboration, and employee engagement
- Drive better business outcomes—including profitability, productivity, and purpose
PARTICIPANTS ALSO RECEIVE:
- A copy of Dr. Sah’s bestselling book "DEFY"
- Meet, greet and book signing time with Dr. Sah
Whether you're navigating change, launching new initiatives, or seeking to unlock the full potential of your team—this talk will spark a culture shift. Expect your people to leave feeling inspired, courageous, and ready to speak up when it matters.
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How do I book Sunita Sah to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Sunita Sah 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 Sunita Sah, 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 Sunita Sah or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Sunita Sah for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Sunita Sah, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Sunita Sah, 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 Sunita Sah speak about?
Sunita Sah is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Author, Non-Fiction Authors, Human Resources, Corporate Culture, Psychology, Social Sciences, Medicine, Business Consulting, Professors and Personal Growth. -
Where does Sunita Sah travel from?
Sunita Sah 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 Sunita Sah?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Sunita Sah 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 Sunita Sah 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 Sunita Sah 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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