Angela Duckworth Speaker & Booking Information
Co-Founder, Chief Scientist and Board Member at The Character Lab
Category: Behavior Experts, Personal Growth Speakers, Children's Speakers
Speaker’s Fee Range: $100,000 or More
Travels From: Philadelphia, PA
About Angela Duckworth
Angela Duckworth Biography
Angela Duckworth is co-founder, chief scientist, and a board member of Character Lab, a nonprofit whose mission is to advance scientific insights that help children thrive. She is also the Rosa Lee and Egbert Chang Professor at the University of Pennsylvania, faculty co-director of the Penn-Wharton Behavior Change for Good Initiative, and faculty co-director of Wharton People Analytics.
A 2013 MacArthur Fellow, Angela has advised the World Bank, NBA and NFL teams, and Fortune 500 CEOs.
Prior to her career in research, Angela founded a summer school for underserved children that was profiled as a Harvard Kennedy School case study and, in 2018, celebrated its 25th anniversary. She has also been a McKinsey management consultant and a math and science teacher at public schools in New York City, San Francisco, and Philadelphia.
Angela completed her undergraduate degree in Advanced Studies Neurobiology at Harvard, graduating magna cum laude. With the support of a Marshall Scholarship, she completed an MSc with Distinction in Neuroscience from Oxford University. She completed her PhD in Psychology as a National Science Foundation Graduate Fellow at the University of Pennsylvania.
Angela’s TED talk is among the most-viewed of all time. Her book Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance is a #1 New York Times best seller. Angela is also co-host, with Stephen Dubner, of the podcast No Stupid Questions.
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Yes, Angela Duckworth is available for both private and corporate events, including conferences, leadership summits, and academic forums. Her science-based insights on grit and resilience are highly valued across industries.
Angela Duckworth speaks on grit, resilience, character development, perseverance, growth mindset, and behavioral science. Her talks offer actionable strategies rooted in research and real-world application.
Angela Duckworth travels from Philadelphia, PA, for in-person speaking engagements. Travel and lodging arrangements are typically managed by the event host with assistance from Speaker Booking Agency.
It is recommended to book Angela Duckworth several months in advance to ensure availability and proper planning. Her schedule fills quickly due to academic and public speaking commitments.
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Yes. Angela Duckworth can customize her talk to align with your organization’s goals, industry, and event theme for maximum relevance and audience impact.
Yes. Q&A sessions, moderated discussions, or panel appearances can be arranged as part of her speaking engagement. These can be planned during the booking process.
Angela Duckworth typically delivers a 45 to 60-minute keynote, with an option to include a Q&A or interactive segment if desired.
Yes, Angela Duckworth can be booked for multiple speaking engagements or a tour, depending on availability. Contact Speaker Booking Agency to coordinate a custom package.
Meet and Greets may be possible depending on the nature of the event. This can be discussed and arranged through her booking agent.
Angela Duckworth Speaking Fee FAQs
Angela Duckworth’s speaking fee is typically $100,000 and above. Fees may vary depending on the event type, location, and other factors. For the most accurate and updated fee, reach out to a booking agent at Speaker Booking Agency.
Angela Duckworth’s keynote fee may vary depending on factors such as event type, audience size, location, whether the event is virtual or in-person, and the length of her appearance.
Travel and accommodations are typically billed separately and coordinated in agreement with the host organization. The Speaker Booking Agency team assists with these logistics.
Angela Duckworth Virtual Events FAQs
Yes, Angela Duckworth is available for virtual engagements including webinars, livestreamed keynotes, and online leadership sessions. Her virtual presentations are impactful and engaging.
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