Speakers

MOMENTUM: THE ENERGY TO KEEP GOING                    

We can’t create more time – but we can elevate our energy. Understanding that is the first step to increasing our capacity – personally and professionally – to build momentum and keep up with daily demands without succumbing to exhaustion. “People who fall short of their goals rarely run out of time or talent – they run out of energy,” says Suneel Gupta. As founding CEO of RISE (now part of Amazon), Suneel helped thousands overcome challenges with physical and mental health. Now, he’s committed to bringing a sustainable solution to the energy crisis at work. Grounded in his exclusive teachings at Harvard Medical School as well as over a decade of studying the work habits of extraordinary leaders, Suneel delivers insights about the “why” and “how-to’s” of strategic energy management – showing people practical ways to unleash momentum crucial to performance, innovation, collaboration, and overall well-being.

Sample takeaways tailored for each audience:

• Why managing energy is as important as managing time.
• 4 ways to build “emotional runway” and avoid burnout using science-based practices.
• Master everyday habits to boost momentum, engagement, and morale.
• Reframe failure as a pathway to success.
• Remain resilient and balanced in the face of constant change.

HEAD, HEART, AND HANDS: A NEW WAY TO LOOK AT LEADERSHIP

Leadership has changed. To get things done and drive bottom-line results, leaders must embrace a striking truth: they don’t just impact people’s work, but their overall health and well-being. Leaders who understand how physical, mental, and emotional health drives business performance will build trust, become magnets for exceptional talent, and elevate overall productivity. Suneel Gupta’s ‘Head, Heart and Hands’ framework empowers leaders with new strategies to create a work environment where well-being drives outstanding outcomes. Drawing on over a decade of experience as a healthcare CEO, bestselling author, and host of an award-winning television show on leadership, Suneel empowers audiences through interactive experiences and demonstrates how a focus on purpose (head), well-being (heart), and action (hands) transforms organizational performance.

You’ll learn to:

• Motivate your people to be “all in” without burning out, by teaching them how to manage not just their time, but their energy.
• Learn the art of aligning “who you are” with “what you do” so you can inspire your team and carve result-oriented paths for their daily work.
• Cultivate a meaningful sense of belonging in your team, whether in-person or remote.
• Discover the key drivers of emotional resilience and how to deal with daily setbacks.
• Renew a sense of commitment and momentum in your team’s day-to-day life.

PURPOSE IN ACTION: BRINGING WHO YOU ARE TO EVERYTHING YOU DO

More than ever before, people are struggling to find meaning in their work. In this talk, Suneel Gupta helps people reset, reignite, and re-engage through a timeless practice called Dharma. Simply put, Dharma brings “who you are” and “what you do” into alignment. When we’re not aligned, we become exhausted, depleted, and burnt out. When we are aligned, we feel creative, energized, and lit up. We’re able to produce our best work and lead ourselves and others effectively, experiencing true joy along the way.

Suneel first learned the practice of Dharma from his grandfather on a porch in New Delhi. Years later, when he was lost and exhausted — struggling to find a sense of meaning in his own work — he returned to the playbook his ancestors left behind and related it to today’s fast-paced, changing world of work.

Suneel shares deeply personal stories of how he found a path back to purpose and joy – and how others have done the same. By the end, you’ll be inspired with actionable tools to re-engage in your work and life with a renewed sense of vigor and meaning.

You’ll learn how to:

• Rediscover your “essence” and express that through your work
• Be “all in” without being “always on”
• Find comfort in the most uncomfortable of situations
• Deal with failure and use it as a pathway to success
• Find yourself by losing yourself through leading and lifting up others
• Blur the lines between work and play to reach your highest potential
• Forge ahead and take decisive action, even in the face of uncertainty

Suneel was great to work with, and we got really great feedback so far from our attendees on his presentation. The main theme we saw in survey results was taking away the ‘give not get’ in a conversation. I hope there’s another event in the future we can use Suneel!

Project Manager, Event Experience, McKesson

We couldn’t have been more thrilled to have you, Suneel Gupta, as our guest emcee! The energy and insights you brought to the event truly helped set the stage for an unforgettable evening. Thank you for inspiring us all and making the night even more special!

Distinguished Speakers Series of Southern California

It went very well and Suneel was wonderful to work with. Our physicians loved Suneel.

Director of Culture & Experience, Optum

Suneel was the absolute highlight of the summit! Everyone felt very connected with his messaging and most importantly, it impacted the way we view each other, our roles, and ourselves. ‘The game of now’ was brought up a lot in subsequent sessions during the offsite, and people are still talking about how powerful his storytelling was.

Executive Business Partner, Google

Suneel’s session with the Snacks Extended Leadership team was VERY positive and timely. Leaders commented that it was extremely impactful, helpful tools and the note card activity proved to be emotional and meaningful – realizing you’re not alone. Myself and my HR team are talking through ways to pull through the tools Suneel shared and how as leaders we can find the time to renew our energy and help our teams to do the same. Loved how Suneel through his storytelling gift makes learning memorable!

Senior Vice President, Human Resources, Campbell’s

…feedback we've received from our attendees has been nothing short of glowing. Many have echoed the sentiment that Suneel’s presentation was one of the highlights of the conference. His insights on leadership and resilience resonated deeply with our audience, and his engaging delivery left a lasting impact.

Program Manager, S. Patent and Trademark Office

WOW! Suneel closed out our annual Women’s Leadership Conference with a keynote on building momentum, and it was AMAZING! His content was relevant. His pacing, flow and delivery were flawless. And his authenticity and storytelling had attendees on the edge of their seats. Suneel’s session now ranks as one of the most popular in our 20-conference history, and we are still hearing from attendees about its impact — ‘This was the most amazing and inspiring talk I have ever seen. I was so completely blown away. Wow.’, ‘Absolutely fantastic and so powerful. Loved how personal it was!’ and ‘Absolutely amazing and inspiring!

Executive Director & Chief Acceleration Officer, Integrating Women Leaders Foundation

Our group was inspired by your session, and walked away with several tangible actions, but also a sense of inspiration to take courageous steps. Thank you for delivering a compelling session.

Vice President of Global Sales, Amway

I’ve been getting such remarkable feedback for the session. It touched me to my soul!

President & CEO, GHX 

I received wonderful feedback from people who were in the audience on the impact of your session. They took away a lot of great pearls, like I knew they would. You are an inspiration, and I am so grateful to you for adapting your talk to [focus on] leadership skills. I thought you did that beautifully.

SVP, S. Oncology, Merck

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