As the founding CEO of RISE, a groundbreaking wellness company, Suneel Gupta has helped thousands of people create better habits for both life and work. Now a bestselling author and Harvard Medical School visiting scholar, Suneel continues his mission to help individuals achieve sustainable peak performance by fostering emotional resilience and engagement.
He poses the question, “How can an organization excel on the outside if its people are exhausted on the inside?” Grit and hustle aren’t sustainable solutions to navigating constant change and stress. Instead, Suneel offers a better way for leaders and teams to work—one that drives innovation, productivity, and fulfillment. He equips people with science-backed habits that prevent burnout, increase energy, and enhance both personal and professional lives.
A seasoned business survivor, Suneel is the author of the international bestseller Backable (2020), which tells the story of his journey from twice-failed entrepreneur to leader behind two IPOs and a recognized innovator by the New York Stock Exchange. The book highlights the mindset shifts and hidden habits of those who excel at pushing new ideas forward.
His next book, set for release in 2023, will explore the habits of high-pressure performers, examining why some burn out while others achieve greater resilience, productivity, and momentum.
As a visiting scholar at Harvard Medical School, Suneel researches and teaches the connection between inner well-being and effective leadership. He is also an emissary for Gross National Happiness, bridging the United States and the Kingdom of Bhutan.
Suneel currently hosts Business Class, a docuseries created by American Express, where he showcases entrepreneurs and business leaders who exemplify struggle and resilience. The show features guests like Top Chef’s Tom Colicchio, former monk Jay Shetty, and Martha Stewart.
