Dr. James Doty combines neurosurgical expertise with compassion research to help organizations build more empathetic and effective workplace cultures. As Founder and Director of Stanford Medicine's Center for Compassion and Altruism Research and Education (CCARE), he translates cutting-edge brain science into practical leadership applications.
Named among "America's Top Surgeons" and "Best Doctors in America," Dr. Doty has established himself as a leading voice in brain health and emotional intelligence. His New York Times bestselling book "Into the Magic Shop" explores the neurological basis of compassion and its impact on performance and wellbeing.
James helps organizations navigate today's complex business challenges by demonstrating how compassion-based approaches reduce employee burnout, enhance team cohesion, and improve decision-making. His research-backed methodologies provide leaders with tools to foster psychological safety while maintaining high performance standards—particularly valuable in high-stress industries where emotional resilience determines success.
Audiences leave Dr. Doty's presentations with practical mindfulness techniques they can implement immediately, frameworks for building more compassionate organizational cultures, and science-based strategies for enhancing focus and emotional regulation during challenging situations.
Book Dr. Doty to give your team the competitive advantage that comes from combining cutting-edge neuroscience with authentic human connection.
How can I book James Doty for my next event?
Email james.doty@getapeptalk.com, or call us on +44 20 3835 2929 (UK) or +1 737 888 5112 (US), and one of our speaker agents will contact you within hours to confirm availability and fees. If you can, please include your budget upfront – it helps us fast-track your request. It’s also helpful to know the date, format (virtual or in-person), location, and a bit about your audience.
PepTalk are speaking agents for James Doty. They are available to book for corporate events, conference keynotes, leadership talks, celebrity endorsements, personal appearances, and motivational speaking engagements. We can assist with enquiries about James Doty's speaking fees, availability, and booking process for private business functions, industry conferences, and team events — just email james.doty@getapeptalk.com and we'll be happy to help!
For media interviews, charity appearances, or personal matters, we recommend contacting James directly.
What topics does James Doty specialise in?
James Doty specialises in discussing neurosurgery, compassion research, philanthropy and more.
What is James Doty's speaking style like?
Dr. James Doty delivers insightful talks blending compassion and neuroscience, inspiring audiences with his expertise and personal stories. His engaging style fosters a deep understanding of mindfulness and altruism.
Does James Doty offer virtual speaking engagements?
Yes, James Doty offers virtual speaker bookings for webinars, online conferences, and remote or distributed team engagements.
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