Inspiration Speakers

Gaur Gopal Das is a renowned monk and lifestyle coach who inspires a global audience with spiritual insights for a happier, more holistic life. He is a member of ISKCON and a bestselling author. A former electrical engineer at Hewlett Packard, he provides spiritual guidance and practical wisdom to corporate leaders, doctors, and students. His keynotes blend deep knowledge of Vedic Culture with witty humor, teaching audiences how to turn inwards for the right answers to individual, organizational, and global challenges.

José Hernández is a former NASA astronaut and engineer who flew as the Flight Engineer on the 2009 STS-128 mission to the International Space Station. His inspiring life story from migrant farmworker to astronaut is the subject of the 2023 Amazon Prime biopic, A Million Miles Away. As a keynote speaker, Hernández shares his powerful message on perseverance, STEM education, and the power of achieving the impossible. His talks provide unique insights into aerospace consulting, technical due diligence, and the principles of leadership honed at NASA and LLNL.

Arunima Sinha is the first female amputee to climb Mt. Everest (2013) and a former national level volleyball player. Her life is a profound testament to resilience and human spirit. She is currently on a mission to summit all seven of the world's highest peaks, having already scaled Mt Kilimanjaro and Mt Elbrus. Her mission extends to opening a free sports academy to help physically challenged and poor people achieve self-dependence.

Geeta Phogat is an Indian wrestling pioneer, the first Indian woman to win a Commonwealth Games gold medal in wrestling (2010), and the first to qualify for the Olympic Games (London 2012). Her inspiring journey of shattering stereotypes and achieving elite success is immortalized in the 2016 Bollywood blockbuster Dangal. Her keynotes focus on Teamwork, Motivation, and Self-Belief, inspiring audiences to follow their passion by crushing all opposition.

Laxmi Agarwal is a global social activist and inspirational speaker who survived an acid attack and now stands as a powerful symbol of courage and inner beauty. She is a recipient of the prestigious International Women of Courage Award (presented by Michelle Obama) and the Mother Teresa Award. Her keynotes inspire audiences with her personal journey and her campaign to curb the free sale of acid in India.

Dr. Alfredo “Q” Quinones-Hinojosa is a neurosurgeon, scientist, and author of the memoir Becoming Dr. Q. His extraordinary journey from a migrant farmworker to a leading neurosurgeon at Mayo Clinic is a testament to the power of perseverance and dedication. He is a leading expert in the surgical treatment of brain tumors and a professor and chair of neurological surgery at Mayo Clinic. As a compelling keynote speaker, Dr. Q provides a powerful and inspiring look at his life and the lessons he has learned about resilience, leadership, and personal growth. His talks are ideal for leaders and teams seeking to understand what it takes to overcome adversity and achieve ambitious goals.

Anthony Trucks is a former NFL football player, a competitor on American Ninja Warrior, and an Identity Shift Coach. His life story from foster child to successful entrepreneur is a testament to resilience. As the founder of "Dark Work," he teaches the three core phases (See, Shift, and Sustain) of personal transformation, helping audiences apply relentless pressure toward their dreams. His keynotes provide proven, actionable strategies for elevating personal performance, increasing productivity, and achieving the kind of success that 99% of people never experience.

Anjum Chopra is the former Captain of the Indian women’s cricket team, an Arjuna Award winner, and a Padma Shri recipient. She is India’s most successful Test skipper in women's cricket history. She is the first woman cricketer to receive an international appointment (South African team consultant). Her keynotes share powerful lessons on Team Building, Motivation, and the importance of self-belief to push oneself to become a winner in both sports and business.

Tony Fernandes is an entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of AirAsia. He is a leading voice on entrepreneurship, innovation, and disruption. His career is a powerful testament to the power of a bold vision and a commitment to a future of unlimited potential. A compelling keynote speaker, Fernandes provides a clear and practical guide to mastering entrepreneurship and innovation. He speaks on leadership, business growth, and the importance of a growth mindset, offering audiences a clear roadmap for success. His talks are ideal for leaders and teams.

V. V. S. Laxman is a legendary former Indian cricketer, a recipient of the Padma Shri and Arjuna Award. He is currently the Head of Cricket at the National Cricket Academy (NCA) and a member of the BCCI Cricket Advisory Committee. His career is highlighted by his iconic 281-run innings against Australia and his role as a "crisis man" for the Indian team. His motivational keynotes offer deep insights on Building High Performance Teams, Winning Mindsets, and Peak Performance gleaned from his years in international and IPL cricket.

Pooja Bhatt is a celebrated Indian actor, producer, and director who rose to fame in the 1990s with films like Dil Hai Ke Manta Nahin and Sadak. She is a leading advocate for mental health and an alcoholism survivor. Her sessions are known to be inspiring, taking audiences on a journey from "darkness to light," motivating them to speak their minds and embrace their unconventional life choices. She is currently writing a memoir that chronicles her year-long journey to sobriety.

Major Devender Pal Singh is India's first blade runner and a celebrated Kargil War hero who overcame severe injury to become an international athlete. He has completed 26 half marathons, including three in extreme high-altitude conditions. He is the founder of "The Challenging Ones," a group dedicated to shifting the perception of differently-abled persons in society. His keynotes, delivered globally, share his never-say-die attitude and provide powerful motivation to follow one's passion and achieve goals despite all odds.

Magnús Scheving is the Creator and Lead Star of the global phenomenon LazyTown, which aired in over 170 countries. A former champion athlete, he is a leading speaker and entrepreneur in health promotion and social entrepreneurship. He served as CEO of Turner Enterprise's LazyTown brand after its acquisition. His insights have been sought by global leaders, including Michelle Obama and the United Nations, on fighting child obesity. His keynotes are renowned for their dynamic energy, seamlessly blending his athletic skills with wisdom on personal empowerment and innovative marketing.

Mohinder Amarnath is a legendary former Indian cricketer and the Player of the Final in India’s historic 1983 Cricket World Cup victory. Widely recognized as the best Indian batsman against fast bowling, he received the C. K. Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award. His talks share powerful lessons on resilience, mental fortitude, and achieving success in high-pressure environments.

Anand Kumar is the founder of the revolutionary Super 30 programme, which provides free coaching to economically backward students for the IIT entrance exam. He is an award-winning Indian mathematician and teacher. By 2017, 396 of his 450 coached students had successfully entered the IITs, demonstrating the impact of his model. His keynotes, delivered at MIT and Harvard, focus on Social Entrepreneurship, Motivation, and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion through the lens of educational empowerment.

Sudha Chandran is an iconic Bharatanatyam dancer and actress who won a National Film Award for Mayuri. She is the only dancer to have successfully returned to the stage using a Jaipur foot after a tragic accident. Her incredible story of fortitude and determination—overcoming a life-altering disability—is immortalized in the acclaimed film Mayuri. Her keynotes provide audiences with the tools to inspire themselves, embrace the lessons of failure, and achieve astonishing success despite all odds.

Mark Inglis is the first double amputee to climb Mount Everest (2006) and a former search and rescue mountaineer. He is an Officer of the New Zealand Order of Merit and a Paralympic silver medalist in cycling. An author of multiple mountaineering memoirs, he is celebrated for drawing parallels between the ferocities of the mountains and the business markets. His keynotes inspire audiences with his story of resilience and his commitment to philanthropy through his charity, Limbs4All.

Soha Ali Khan is an acclaimed Indian film actress and social activist who won the IIFA and GIFA Awards for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Rang De Basanti. The youngest daughter of actress Sharmila Tagore, she embodies a blend of royalty and social commitment. Her keynotes provide valuable insights on social activism and youth empowerment, sharing her experiences and quick wit with diverse audiences.