Parul Somani is a decision strategist, author, and keynote speaker who helps leaders navigate uncertainty and make resilient, values-aligned decisions. She is the creator of the Path of Least Regret® framework, a practical approach that enables individuals and organizations to move forward with clarity when outcomes are uncertain and the stakes are high.
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 complex decisions and rapid change that define modern organizations.
Drawing on her background in strategy, behavioral science, and leadership, Somani helps audiences rethink how they approach difficult choices — transforming regret from a backward-looking emotion into a forward-looking compass. Her work equips leaders with practical tools to overcome analysis paralysis, align decisions with their values and priorities, and lead with greater clarity and resilience.
Somani is the author of The Path of Least Regret (Forbes Books, March 2026). Her insights have been featured in Forbes, MIT Technology Review, Psychology Today, and Thrive Global. She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband and two daughters.
