Peter J. Boni

Peter J. Boni is a best-selling author, acclaimed speaker, and advocate for the rights of donor-conceived individuals. His notable work, Uprooted: Family Trauma, Unknown Origins, and the Secretive History of Artificial Insemination, was awarded the title of "Best Book, Narrative Nonfiction" by American Book Fest in 2022. This book combines elements of memoir and investigative research, detailing Boni's personal journey of discovering that he was conceived via anonymous sperm donation, a revelation that reshaped his understanding of identity and family history.12

Boni's background includes a successful career as a CEO and venture capitalist, where he specialized in navigating high-tech companies through crises. His experiences in the U.S. Army as a Special Operations Team Leader during the Vietnam War contributed to his leadership skills and resilience.1 In addition to his writing, he engages audiences with his public speaking, focusing on topics related to reproductive technology and the ethical implications surrounding donor conception.23

Through Uprooted, Boni aims to shed light on the largely unregulated assisted reproductive technology industry, revealing how practices can lead to numerous unknowing half-siblings from a single donor. His advocacy work seeks to improve industry standards and promote awareness about the complexities faced by donor-conceived individuals.13