I Can, I Will & I Did: Lessons on Life, Love, and Leadership

A deeply personal and brave story of one woman's quest to break through religious and cultural expectations, find success and healing on her own terms, and create a life fueled by love, not anger.
Samina Bari has many identities. A first-generation American. A successful healthcare executive. A mother to twin girls. A survivor of complex trauma. In this book, Bari reveals what it's like to grow up amidst the deep contradictions of clashing cultures, what it means to make your own way against the grain as a young girl, what it takes to navigate the corporate world without guidance, and, ultimately, how she discovered real love and inner healing.
Through candid storytelling and raw vulnerability, Bari offers her story as an invitation to women and girls everywhere to explore their own personal stories. At turns enlightening and at others devastating, I Can, I Will & I Did is a portrait of a life lived fully and without apology—and one sure to inspire future generations of women to trust themselves and live their own lives bravely and authentically, whatever that means for them.

SAMINA BARI is a powerhouse in the biopharmaceutical industry and an inspiring leader who has never shied away from breaking barriers. With over 30 years of experience, and involvement in multiple high-profile acquisitions, Samina has helped transform companies and paved the way for future generations of women leaders. As a first-generation American, she has faced her share of challenges, straddling cultural expectations while forging her own path in a life and industry dominated by men. She's a fierce champion for women supporting women, actively mentoring and sponsoring women to help them rise in their careers and gain more board seats, and ensuring their success through investments in women-founded and owned companies. Through her writing, she's sharing her journey of overcoming adversity and finding strength in the face of unimaginable challenges—a message that resonates with anyone striving to make their mark against the odds.