Elissa Epel

Elissa Epel

Keynote Speaker: NYT Bestselling Author; Professor at UCSF; Leading Authority on Stress, Well-Being & Optimal Aging

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Elissa Epel Biography

Elissa S. Epel is an accomplished health psychologist who currently serves as a professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). Not only does she direct UCSF’s Aging, Metabolism, and Emotion Center, but she is also the associate director of the Center for Health and Community. With a focus on the mind-body connection, Epel's research has uncovered that chronic psychological stress could potentially lead to the premature wear of telomeres, the protective tips of chromosomes, thus predicting early disease and death. Her insights on how personality, mindset, and lifestyle choices can impact this process have been instrumental in the field.

She is the founder of the UCSF Center for Obesity Assessment, Study, and Treatment and also directed the Aging, Metabolism, and Emotions Lab. Her outstanding work led to her election as a member of the National Academy of Medicine in 2016. She has co-authored a book with Elizabeth Blackburn titled "The Telomere Effect: A Revolutionary Approach to Living Younger, Healthier, Longer" and also released a second book, "The Stress Prescription: 7 Days to More Joy and Ease," which has been recognized as a bestseller in health and fitness.

Epel has also engaged with the community by creating a free webinar series aimed at facilitating reentry during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her research paper "The geroscience agenda: Toxic stress, hormetic stress, and the rate of aging" was published through the Ageing Research Reviews. Furthermore, her research team received the inaugural round of Healthy Longevity Catalyst Awards for their project focused on testing the potency of hormetic stress to reduce depression and slow biological aging. Epel was recognized by Clarivate in 2021 for being among the top 1% of researchers globally, attesting to her significant impact in her field.

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Elissa Epel Videos

Conversations on Compassion with Dr. Elissa Epel - YouTube
The Illusion of Control- Human Behavior and Donuts: Dr. Elissa Epel ...

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What topics does Elissa Epel speak about?

Elissa Epel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health, Healthcare and TED.

Where does Elissa Epel travel from?

Elissa Epel 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 Elissa Epel?

AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Elissa Epel 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 Elissa Epel for your next private or corporate function.

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Elissa Epel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics including Health, Healthcare and TED. The estimated speaking fee range to book Elissa Epel for live events is $20,000 - $30,000, and for virtual events $20,000 - $30,000. Elissa Epel 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 Dr. Joel Selanikio, Aubrey de Grey and Dan Buettner. Contact All American Speakers for ratings, reviews, videos and information on scheduling Elissa Epel for an upcoming event.

Speaker profile last updated by AAE Talent Team on 01/02/2024.

Elissa Epel Videos

Conversations on Compassion with Dr. Elissa Epel - YouTube
The Illusion of Control- Human Behavior and Donuts: Dr. Elissa Epel ...
  • How do I book Elissa Epel to speak at my event?

    Our experienced booking agents have successfully helped clients around the world secure speakers like Elissa Epel 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 Elissa Epel, 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 Elissa Epel or any other speaker of your choice.
  • How much does it cost to book Elissa Epel for a speaking engagement?

    Speaking fees for Elissa Epel, or any other speakers and celebrities, are determined based on a number of factors and may change without notice. The estimated fees to book Elissa Epel are $20,000 - $30,000 for live events and $20,000 - $30,000 for virtual events. For the most current speaking fee to hire Elissa Epel, 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 Elissa Epel speak about?

    Elissa Epel is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics such as Health, Healthcare and TED.
  • Where does Elissa Epel travel from?

    Elissa Epel 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 Elissa Epel?

    AAE Speakers Bureau has successfully secured keynote speakers like Elissa Epel 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 Elissa Epel 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 Elissa Epel 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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