Speaking & Workshops

Sessions that leave you feeling seen, understood, and ready to act.

Alyssa Petersel laughing while speaking at a podium on stage

Recognized & featured by

  • Forbes30 Under 30
  • LinkedInTop Voice
  • NYUEntrepreneurial InstituteMentor of the Year
  • Crain’sNew York BusinessRecognized
  • TechCrunchFeatured
  • GlamourFeatured
  • CosmopolitanFeatured

Signature topics

What I speak on

Every talk is tailored to your audience. These are the themes I return to most.

01

Imposter syndrome at every level

Why self-doubt often gets louder as people succeed, and what actually helps leaders step into the roles they’ve earned.

02

Burnout: prevention and recovery

What burnout looks like before anyone notices it, and how individuals and teams can catch it early or find their way back.

03

Leading people through hard moments

Hiring, firing, feedback, and the conversations leaders avoid, with tools for handling them with clarity and care.

04

Building something meaningful without losing yourself

A founder’s story of resilience, growth, and human connection, and how to protect your health and relationships as the stakes rise.

Ways to bring me in

Keynotes

Dynamic, story-driven talks for conferences, offsites, and company events.

Team workshops

Interactive, research-backed sessions on communication, resilience, and workplace well-being, tailored to your team.

Guest lecturing & curriculum

Engaging, evidence-based courses and lectures for students, professionals, and organizations.

Advisory & board

Strategic guidance for mental health, wellbeing, and consumer tech companies, from someone who has built one.

Let’s talk.

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