Anja Manuel
Keynote Speaker: Former Diplomat, Co-Founder at Rice Hadley Gates & Manuel, Author
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Anja Manuel Biography
Former diplomat, author, and advisor on foreign policy, Anja Manuel is Co-Founder and Principal, along with former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, former National Security Advisor Stephen Hadley, and former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, at Rice, Hadley, Gates & Manuel LLC. This strategic consulting firm assists U.S. companies in navigating international markets.
Manuel authored the critically acclaimed "This Brave New World: India, China, and the United States," published by Simon and Schuster, and has penned numerous articles and papers. She is the Director of the Aspen Strategy Group and Aspen Security Forum, a leading bipartisan forum on foreign policy in the U.S. Manuel served as an official at the U.S. Department of State from 2005-2007, where she was Special Assistant to the Undersecretary for Political Affairs, Nicholas Burns, overseeing Asia policy.
Earlier in her career, Manuel worked as an attorney at WilmerHale, focusing on Supreme Court and international cases, and representing clients before various U.S. government entities. She began her career in finance as an investment banker at Salomon Brothers in London. A cum laude graduate of Harvard Law School and Stanford University, she lectured and was a research affiliate at Stanford University from 2009-2019. Manuel is a frequent speaker and commentator on foreign policy and technology policy for various media outlets including NBC/MSNBC, Bloomberg News, Fox Business, BBC, and NPR. Her writing has appeared in major publications such as the Washington Post, New York Times, Financial Times, and Foreign Affairs.
Currently, Manuel serves on the corporate boards of Ripple Labs Inc., a leading blockchain payments company, and Overseas Shipping Group, Inc., an NYSE-listed transportation company. She also contributes to the boards of the National Committee on US-China Relations and the American Ditchley Foundation. Additionally, Manuel is involved with advisory boards for Flexport Inc., Synapse Inc., and the Center for a New American Security. She is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations and the Defense Policy Board for the U.S. Department of Defense. Manuel resides in San Francisco with her husband and two children.
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Anja Manuel Speaking Topics
Every day, American businesses must decide where in the world to sell, invest or source parts of their supply chain. How do you determine which emerging markets to enter first? And how do you do it both effectively and ethically? Based on her extensive experience in government and now leading businesses through these difficult decisions, Anja Manuel shares her insight and illuminating stories about how to engage local governments and business partners from Bogota to Bangalore.
As an investment banker, lawyer, government official and now business owner in Silicon Valley, Anja Manuel has experienced firsthand both the challenges and inspiring change afoot globally for women. Drawing on global examples as well as her own decisions and sometimes funny mistakes, she shares her perspectives on women in the seat of power, and adds common-sense solutions to empower women around the world to reach their full potential.
In this charged political environment, Anja Manuel is able to cut through the rhetoric to offer an informed analysis of how President Trump’s policies might affect the United States’ relationships with foreign allies and enemies alike. Drawing on years of experience working at the State Department and as an international business consultant with the esteemed firm of RiceHadleyGates, Manuel breaks down the sometimes inflammatory foreign policy and trade pronouncements into thoughtful and understandable realities. From the likely direction of U.S. trade policy, to relations China and India, to what the instability of the Middle East and Russia’s assertive policies might mean for the U.S. businesses in the near term, Manuel can draw on expertise in every region of the world to provide answers to today's issues. Anja’s rational and measured approach to the issues has established her as an informed resource for audiences around the world.
In the next decade and a half, Asia will surpass the combined strength of North America and Europe in economic might, population size and military spending. From her front-row view of this colossal shift, first at the State Department and now as an advisor to American CEOs, Anja Manuel escorts the audience on an intimate tour of the corridors of power of Asia’s predominant powers—China and India—to reveal what makes each country “tick” and what Americans doing business there should know. Through vibrant stories that have been described as “both heartbreaking and funny,” she reveals how each country is working to surmount enormous challenges—from the crushing poverty of Indian slum dwellers and Chinese factory workers, to outrageous corruption scandals, rotting rivers and unbreathable air, to managing their citizens’ discontent, and how some of these challenges create opportunities for joint work with American companies.
Based on her book This Brave New World, Manuel shows us an optimistic path—American politicians, businesses and ordinary citizens can bring China and India along as partners rather than alienating one or both, and thus extend our own leadership in the world.
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What topics does Anja Manuel speak about?
Anja Manuel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Personal Growth, Political, Business Growth, Change Management, Diversity & Inclusion, Economy, Finance, Government, Women, Professors, Geopolitics, Leadership and Host & Emcee.
Where does Anja Manuel travel from?
Anja Manuel generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances.
Who is the agent for Anja Manuel?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Anja Manuel for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Anja Manuel for your next private or corporate function.
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AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Anja Manuel or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us.
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If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
Anja Manuel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Personal Growth, Political and Business Growth. Please contact us for live or virtual event fee details. Anja Manuel generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. Similar motivational celebrity speakers are Wendy Sherman, Willis Sparks and Nicholas Burns. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Anja Manuel for an upcoming event.
SPEAKING TOPICS
Anja Manuel Speaking Topics
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Doing Business in Emerging Markets
Every day, American businesses must decide where in the world to sell, invest or source parts of their supply chain. How do you determine which emerging markets to enter first? And how do you do it both effectively and ethically? Based on her extensive experience in government and now leading businesses through these difficult decisions, Anja Manuel shares her insight and illuminating stories about how to engage local governments and business partners from Bogota to Bangalore.
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Female Leadership
As an investment banker, lawyer, government official and now business owner in Silicon Valley, Anja Manuel has experienced firsthand both the challenges and inspiring change afoot globally for women. Drawing on global examples as well as her own decisions and sometimes funny mistakes, she shares her perspectives on women in the seat of power, and adds common-sense solutions to empower women around the world to reach their full potential.
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President Trump: The Future of U.S. Foreign Policy and America's Role in the World
In this charged political environment, Anja Manuel is able to cut through the rhetoric to offer an informed analysis of how President Trump’s policies might affect the United States’ relationships with foreign allies and enemies alike. Drawing on years of experience working at the State Department and as an international business consultant with the esteemed firm of RiceHadleyGates, Manuel breaks down the sometimes inflammatory foreign policy and trade pronouncements into thoughtful and understandable realities. From the likely direction of U.S. trade policy, to relations China and India, to what the instability of the Middle East and Russia’s assertive policies might mean for the U.S. businesses in the near term, Manuel can draw on expertise in every region of the world to provide answers to today's issues. Anja’s rational and measured approach to the issues has established her as an informed resource for audiences around the world.
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What the Rise of Asia Means for Us
In the next decade and a half, Asia will surpass the combined strength of North America and Europe in economic might, population size and military spending. From her front-row view of this colossal shift, first at the State Department and now as an advisor to American CEOs, Anja Manuel escorts the audience on an intimate tour of the corridors of power of Asia’s predominant powers—China and India—to reveal what makes each country “tick” and what Americans doing business there should know. Through vibrant stories that have been described as “both heartbreaking and funny,” she reveals how each country is working to surmount enormous challenges—from the crushing poverty of Indian slum dwellers and Chinese factory workers, to outrageous corruption scandals, rotting rivers and unbreathable air, to managing their citizens’ discontent, and how some of these challenges create opportunities for joint work with American companies.
Based on her book This Brave New World, Manuel shows us an optimistic path—American politicians, businesses and ordinary citizens can bring China and India along as partners rather than alienating one or both, and thus extend our own leadership in the world.
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US Business Adviser Weighs In On Possible US-China Trade Deal
NPR's Ailsa Chang speaks with Anja Manuel, who advises American companies doing business with China, and was there two weeks ago, about the new trade ...
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How do I book Anja Manuel to speak at my event?
Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Anja Manuel for speaking engagements, personal appearances, product endorsements, or corporate entertainment since 2002. Click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page to check availability for Anja Manuel, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to discuss your upcoming event. One of our experienced agents will be happy to help you get speaking fee information and check availability for Anja Manuel or any other speaker of your choice. -
How much does it cost to book Anja Manuel for a speaking engagement?
Speaking fees for Anja Manuel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. For the most current speaking fee to hire Anja Manuel, click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536 to speak directly with an experienced booking agent. -
What topics does Anja Manuel speak about?
Anja Manuel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Personal Growth, Political, Business Growth, Change Management, Diversity & Inclusion, Economy, Finance, Government, Women, Professors, Geopolitics, Leadership and Host & Emcee. -
Where does Anja Manuel travel from?
Anja Manuel generally travels from San Francisco, CA, USA and can be booked for (private) corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other performances. -
Who is the agent for Anja Manuel?
AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Anja Manuel for clients worldwide since 2002. As a full-service speaker booking agency, we have access to virtually any speaker or celebrity in the world. Our agents are happy and able to submit an offer to the speaker or celebrity of your choice, letting you benefit from our reputation and long-standing relationships in the industry. Please click the Check Schedule button above and complete the form on this page including the details of your event, or call our office at 1.800.698.2536, and one of our agents will assist you to book Anja Manuel for your next private or corporate function. -
What is a full-service speaker booking agency?
AAE Speakers Bureau is a full-service speaker booking agency, meaning we can completely manage the speaker’s or celebrity’s engagement with your organization from the time of booking your speaker through the event’s completion. We provide all of the services you need to host Anja Manuel or any other speaker of your choice, including offer negotiation, contractual assistance, accounting and billing, and event speaker travel and logistics services. When you book a speaker with us, we manage the process of hosting a speaker for you as an extension of your team. Our goal is to give our clients peace of mind and a best-in-class service experience when booking a speaker with us. -
Why is AAE Speakers Bureau different from other booking agencies?
If you’re looking for the best speaker recommendations, paired with a top-notch customer service experience, you’re in the right place. At AAE Speakers Bureau, we exclusively represent the interests of our clients - professional organizations, companies, universities, and associations. We intentionally do not represent the speakers we feature or book. That is so we can present our clients with the broadest and best performing set of speaker options in the market today, and we can make these recommendations without any obligation to promote a specific speaker over another. This is why when our agents suggest a speaker for your event, you can be assured that they are of the highest quality with a history of proven success with our other clients.
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