Bethenny Frankel Keynote Speaker

Bethenny Frankel is a self-made businesswoman, dynamic speaker, TV producer, podcast host, multiple New York Times bestselling author, philanthropist, social media influencer, and mother. She has established herself as the most successful business mogul to emerge from the Real Housewives franchise and is a trailblazer in monetizing reality TV fame.

Bethenny’s recent ventures include joining forces with Kevin O’Leary in CNBC’s “Money Court” for its second season, where they deliver verdicts on a variety of business disputes. She also struck a multi-year deal with MGM Television and Mark Burnett to produce unscripted television projects, including headlining the HBO Max business competition series “The Big Shot with Bethenny.”

In the podcasting world, Bethenny launched “ReWives” in November 2022 under a multimillion-dollar overall deal with iHeartMedia. This unique rewatch series revisits iconic Housewives episodes, offering behind-the-scenes insights. Her first podcast, “Just B with Bethenny Frankel,” launched in September 2020, quickly topping charts and becoming a favorite in the society and culture category.

2022 marked Bethenny’s emergence as an accidental beauty influencer, gaining a significant following across platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Facebook. Her authentic reviews and no-filter attitude have made her a favorite among brands such as Covergirl and Neutrogena.

Bethenny is also an accomplished author, with her 2022 release, BUSINESS IS PERSONAL: The Truth About What It Takes to Be Successful While Staying True to Yourself, adding to her repertoire of 10 books, including several New York Times Best Sellers.

As the Founder & CEO of Skinnygirl, Bethenny has built a global lifestyle empire that spans food, beverage, and apparel. Notably, Skinnygirl Cocktails, the first low-calorie ready-to-drink cocktail, and a pioneering celebrity alcohol brand, was sold to Beam Suntory in 2011. She continues to innovate in this space, planning to launch a new wine brand, FOREVER YOUNG, in 2023.

Bethenny’s television career began with “The Apprentice: Martha Stewart,” leading to her participation in “The Real Housewives of New York City” and subsequent spin-offs. Her production company, B Real-ity, has produced shows like FYI’s “Food Porn” and Bravo’s “Bethenny and Fredrik.”

Recognized for her spirit and drive, Bethenny has been named one of the Top 100 Most Powerful Celebrities by Forbes. Her expertise in identifying and capitalizing on opportunities keeps her consistently ahead of the curve in the business world.