ABOUT ALISON FRAGALE
As a research psychologist, award-winning professor, international keynote speaker, and author, I’m on a mission to help others — especially women — work and live better by understanding and applying the science of people. I excel at translating my deep academic expertise in status, power, negotiation, and influence into actionable advice.
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Speaker.
Author.
Professor.
- Early Riser.
- Wine Lover.
- Slow Runner.
- Compulsive Organizer.
- Power Shopper.
- Vegas Gambler.
- Apres Skier.
- Early Riser.
- Wine Lover.
- Slow Runner.
- Compulsive Organizer.
- Power Shopper.
- Vegas Gambler.
- Apres Skier.
The Bio stuff
I empower women to get what they want, at work and in life.
My presentations are equal parts entertaining and educational. I speak and write about:
- Gaining status and power
- Mastering the art and science of negotiation
- Influencing without authority
- Navigating conversations about pay, promotion, and career advancement
- Leading from where you are
- Developing a powerhouse network
- Cultivating a strong, authentic personal brand
My speaking clients are high-performing organizations and industry groups who want to support their members’ growth and effectiveness by offering cutting-edge skills to live and work better. I customize each event based on the needs of the audience.
The Resume Stuff
- Professor at Kenan-Flagler Business School at the University of North Carolina (since 2004)
- Ph.D. in Organizational Behavior from Stanford University Graduate School of Business
- B.A. from Dartmouth College in Math and Economics
- Former management consultant for McKinsey & Company
- My research and commentary has appeared in news outlets such as Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, The Boston Globe, Fast Company, Inc. Magazine, and The Financial Times.
The Fun Stuff
- I live in Chicago with my husband and three children, who are all named after professional athletes.
- I love, in no particular order: cheap coffee, not-so-cheap wine, fabulous shoes, home organizing, sushi, the Pittsburgh Steelers, Peloton workouts, Hallmark movies, and The Golden Girls.
- My favorite celebrity moment was playing bingo with Al Michaels. Buy me a coffee or wine and I’ll tell you all about it!