Some books entertain. Others challenge the way we think, lead, and live. Rashmi Airan’s debut book, ALL RISE: A Lawyer’s Evolution from Prison to Purpose, does all three.

Officially releasing and available for purchase on May 19, ALL RISE is a deeply personal leadership memoir that explores resilience, accountability, ethics, and the invisible pressures that quietly shape our decisions.

Rashmi’s story is extraordinary. A former Ivy League attorney and Wall Street investment banker, she experienced a dramatic fall that ultimately led to a federal prison sentence. But this isn’t simply a story about failure — it’s a story about reckoning, reinvention, and the courage to rebuild with honesty and purpose.

What makes ALL RISE especially compelling is how relevant it feels for today’s leaders. Rashmi introduces the concept of “decision drift” — the subtle, incremental compromises that can slowly move people away from their values without them even realizing it. Through both personal storytelling and practical leadership insights, she challenges readers to examine how pressure, urgency, and rationalization impact judgment in high-stakes moments.

The book also serves as the foundation for Rashmi’s newest keynote, Rise to Clarity: Human Judgment in High-Stakes Moments, which expands on many of the themes explored throughout the memoir. Together, the book and keynote create a powerful conversation around integrity, leadership, and human decision-making in a rapidly changing world.

Readers can expect:

  • A raw and honest personal journey
  • Leadership lessons grounded in real-life consequences
  • Insights on ethics, resilience, and accountability
  • A practical framework for navigating pressure and uncertainty
  • A reminder that transformation often begins in our hardest moments

Rashmi’s message is already resonating with organizations and audiences around the world, including leaders in healthcare, finance, technology, and corporate leadership.

To celebrate the launch, Rashmi is hosting a Virtual Book Launch Party on May 19 at 12:00 PM ET, featuring a moderated conversation with innovation expert Diana Kander and other special guests.

If you’re looking for a meaningful addition to your leadership reading list this year, ALL RISE deserves a spot on it.

By: Midwest Speakers Bureau