From war zones to boardrooms, New York-born and London-based Rupal Patel has often been the only woman in ultra-high-octane, Alpha-male environments. After a thrilling career at the CIA, she started her first six-figure business from scratch almost 10 years ago. Combining the business savvy gained along the way with her CIA training, she now helps the next generation of leaders and change-makers think bigger, lead better, and be bolder.

Leveraging her Ivy-League education, MBA degree, and CIA training, Rupal combines industry-leading theory with tactical experience. Her work on identity-driven leadership helps individuals leverage their unique strengths, uncover blindspots, and become better, more effective, and more fulfilled in the process. Her powerful perspectives on resilience, adaptability, mindset, and growth are invaluable for anyone who wants off-the-beaten-path insights on fulfilling their potential.

Rupal has been called a “power woman” by Harper’s Bazaar, is Entrepreneur in Residence at London Business School.

Her first book, From CIA to CEO, was published by Heligo Books (Bonnier UK) in May 2022.