Parul Somani is a decision strategist, author, and keynote speaker on resilient decision-making in times of uncertainty and change. She is the creator of the Path of Least Regret® framework—a practical approach that helps leaders and organizations make clear, values-aligned decisions when the path forward is complex and outcomes are uncertain.

A graduate of MIT and Harvard Business School, Somani began her career at Bain & Company, where she rose to senior manager advising private equity firms and leadership teams on strategy and growth. She later held leadership roles in Silicon Valley startups, gaining firsthand experience navigating the high-stakes decisions and rapid change that define modern organizations.

Organizations—including Fortune 100 companies, global conferences, health systems, and top universities—invite Somani to speak on decision-making, navigating uncertainty, resilience, and intentional leadership. Her talks blend strategic insight with compelling storytelling, giving audiences practical frameworks they can apply immediately in their careers, teams, and lives.

Somani is the author of The Path of Least Regret (Forbes Books, March 2026), which explores the stories, strategies, and science behind her signature decision-making framework for navigating pivotal moments in life and leadership. Her insights have been featured in Forbes, MIT Technology Review, Psychology Today, and Thrive Global, and numerous podcasts on personal and professional growth. 

Somani lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and two daughters. Learn more at parulsomani.com.