Organizational Psychologist & Media Personality; Bestselling Author of "8 Ways to Happiness"; Host of "Take My Advice, I'm Not Using It"
Dr. Marissa Pei Biography
Dr. Marissa Pei is an organizational psychologist, motivational speaker, bestselling author, and media personality known as the "Asian Oprah." With a Ph.D. in organizational psychology, Pei has collaborated with Fortune 500 companies such as Google, Johnson & Johnson, and Toyota on leadership development, teamwork, and diversity initiatives. She has taught at Boston University in Brussels, UCLA Anderson School of Management, European Business School, and Claremont, and has lectured at Shanghai University of Engineering Science and China Europe International Business School.
Pei is a speaker and television commentator on Discovery Channel, ABC, and FOX, and hosts the award-winning show "Take My Advice, I'm Not Using It: Get Balanced with Dr. Marissa," syndicated on CNBC/NBC News Radio KCAA and iHeartRadio. Her syndicated talk radio show, broadcast from Sunset Gower studios in Hollywood, has featured numerous notable guests and has garnered over 500,000 downloads on iTunes and YouTube, with more than 180,000 regular listeners in over 100 countries. Guests have included authors such as Dr. John Gray, Don Miguel Ruiz, Marianne Williamson, and Laila Ali. Pei also serves as a red carpet MC and celebrity host, interviewing figures including Halle Berry, John Travolta, and Quincy Jones to spotlight causes that promote global well-being.
Pei has appeared as a television guest and commentator on programs including "Hunting the Lost Symbol" and "Nostradamus: A Scientific Inquiry" on Discovery Channel, "Totally Out of Control People: Surveillance in the Workplace" on ABC/Discovery, and "Busted on the Job" on FOX. Her media coverage includes features in Inc., Forbes, CEO Today Magazine, and interviews on NBC, CBS, and Fox Morning News. This extensive media presence demonstrates her ability to translate psychological insights into accessible content for broad audiences.
Pei's bestselling book, "8 Ways to Happiness from Wherever You Are," appeared on multiple bestseller lists, including Denver Post and Amazon, and earned several Book Award Medals. The book serves as the foundation of her Happy88 Mission, which aims to help people achieve greater happiness. She also co-authored the bestselling text "Organization Development & Consulting" with Dr. Fred Massarik and wrote "Mommy, What Are Feelings?," an interactive children's book recognized for supporting emotional expression in autistic children. Her writing covers topics from corporate leadership to childhood emotional development, establishing her as a versatile thought leader in psychology and workplace well-being.
Pei has received honors including the Lifetime Achievement Award from Gestalt OSD, the Media Excellence AMWA Award, the Iconic Women Creating a Better World for All Award in New Delhi, the Asian Heritage Award, the Asian Entrepreneur of the Year Award, and the Remarkable Woman of the Year Award. Her personal journey, overcoming early criticism and self-doubt, informs her message of resilience and happiness, resonating with audiences worldwide.
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Dr. Marissa Pei Speaking Topics
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Happiness, Diversity, Leadership, Gender Differences, Branding, Communication, Life Balance, Healing from Past Pain, Self-Care, Mental Health, Relationships, Grief
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Dr. Marissa Pei is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Happiness, Diversity, Leadership, Gender Differences, Branding, Communication, Life Balance, Healing from Past Pain, Self-Care, Mental Health, Relationships, Grief. The estimated speaking fee range to book Dr. Marissa Pei for your event is available upon request. Dr. Marissa Pei generally travels from Long Beach, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Marilyn Tam, Linnda Durré, Ph.D., Amanda Gore, Dr. Laura Berman and Ginny Priem. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Dr. Marissa Pei for an upcoming live or virtual event.
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