Invite Anu
to deliver interactive, high-impact keynotes, customized workshops, interviews, media appearances, and more
“I identify myself with his approach…and commend the author”
– His Holiness The 14th Dalai Lama
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Why Invite Anu to speak?
Anu Gupta offers a rare and timely voice—one that bridges rigorous science, deep contemplative practice, and lived experience to address the root causes of division in our institutions and society.
Unlike traditional DEI or leadership speakers, Anu works at the level of attention, nervous systems, and inner conditioning, helping audiences understand not only what needs to change, but how change actually becomes possible. His approach is grounded in neuroscience and Buddhist psychology, informed by global lived experience, and animated by a moral vision he calls soul force—the inner capacity to meet conflict, complexity, and change with courage, compassion, and wisdom.
As a gay immigrant of color, a former human rights lawyer, a longtime meditation practitioner, and a trusted advisor to organizations such as Google, HSBC UK, and the American Medical Association, Anu speaks with credibility across sectors and ideologies. He meets audiences where they are—whether skeptical, burned out, or searching for new ways forward—and equips them with practical, science-backed tools they can apply immediately.
Audiences leave not only informed, but resourced—and often profoundly changed.
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“It was a pleasure to have Anu speak during our Sales Summit. We received great feedback from everyone after his session. They loved his presentation and humble style! I once again want to say THANK YOU for becoming a part of Globant’s effort to…launch our goals. I have no doubt we will continue a long partnership with you!”
— Saumya Pathak, Globant
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“Anu provided a stellar workshop for Chloe Capital’s Invest in Women program. His insights into conscious and unconscious bias were revealing and thoughtful. The session was lively and engaging and the audience was interacting throughout. We’re happy to recommend his exceptional consulting and educational services.”
— Elisa Miller-Out, Chloe Capital
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“BMA offers creative and innovative tools to transform workplace challenges. Anu is a brilliant and compassionate thought leader. I highly recommend his educational content to anyone seeking to foster connection in their workplace.”
– Traci Jenkins, Venable LLP
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“BMA built an excellent self-led program for us for building awareness of implicit bias and providing useful strategies for breaking that habit. The presentation is interesting, interactive, effective, and personal. I highly recommend it!”
– Aine Calgaro, Lung Cancer Research Foundation
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“Anu is an incredible coach. He designs novel, rich, and engaging programs which deepen knowledge and understanding of important challenges facing workplaces and communities. His programs are an orchestrated experience allowing one to reflect and grow in a non-judgemental safe space. It has increased my enthusiasm and intention to do what I can do to address issues involving which plague our world.”
– Mary Kay Humfeld, AmEx
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“We will not be able to effectively change our systems, policy, and culture if we do not learn how to change ourselves and unlearn the beliefs that have been indoctrinated in all of us. BE MORE’s programs honestly taught me how to be a better human being and I would love to see that spread.”
– Tanya Lopez, MS, American Medical Association
See Anu in Action
November 1, 2017
TED: What Our Bias Is Costing Us
May 12, 2024
Middle Church: Breaking Bias Sermon
Oct 23, 2024
Book Talk: Breaking Bias Author Anu Gupta
Oct 31, 2024
Breaking Bias Book Release & Author Talk
What Our Partners Are Saying
96%
of our partners recommend our programs.
96%
of our partners believe that Anu’s approach enhances collaboration & performance.
91%
of our partners believe that our tools improve wellbeing & belonging.
Signature Talks
Reclaiming Attention: The Antidote to a Distracted and Divided World
In an age of distraction and division, our attention is our greatest source of power. Yet, most of us have never been trained to use it. Drawing on neuroscience, contemplative science, and two decades of teaching, Anu shares practical tools that can rewire the brain in as little as 18 days to build our capacity for clarity, compassion, connection, cooperation, and collaboration.
Your Attention: The Hidden Driver of Performance and Peace
Our distracted minds are costing us dearly, not just in focus, but in physical health, mental wellbeing, and financial performance. Through five evidence-based interventions, audiences learn to regain control of their time, focus, and energy—and, in doing so, their lives.
The Connected Mind: The Science of Belonging and the Art of Compassion
Despite living in the most connected era in history, rates of loneliness and disconnection are soaring. Through powerful stories, guided reflections, and practical prompts, Anu helps audiences reconnect to themselves and others, turning isolation into belonging and competition into compassion.
Tailored Talks & Custom Sessions
Looking for something specific? We tailor sessions to meet the unique needs of organizations, conferences, and communities.
Explore More
🎙 Featured Podcasts – Listen to Anu on Dan Harris’ 10% Happier, Sharon Salzberg’s Metta Hour, Aspen Institute’s Wisdom and Practice, and more.
▶ YouTube – Watch Anu’s most impactful talks and workshops here.
More Info & Press Contacts
Want to learn more? Contact us!
PR Contact
Lindsay McGinty
lmcginty@hayhouse.com
General Inquiries
Praise for Breaking Bias