As a global corporate change leader and mindfulness expert, Vaishali Joshi empowers individuals and organizations to cultivate mental agility, inner alignment, and the courage to transform adversity into adventure. ORA Human℠ is Vaishali’s contribution to the present-day global epidemics of stress, burnout and anxiety. Through ORA Human℠ ,she helps working professionals, leaders and teams regain the currency of trust and build calmer, focused, and collaborative communities. She advocates that organizations and schools integrate a stronger focus on human skills development and proactive mental wellbeing learning pathways as a way of doing business in an ethically-responsible and socially relevant manner.
Inspiring the Shift from Survive to Thrive
IGNITING THE HUMAN SUSTAINABILITY MOVEMENT
As a sought-after speaker, Vaishali captivates audiences of all sizes with her transformative insights on cultivating resilient, trust-based cultures. Her dynamic talks lead people through vivid, diverse and relatable story-lines that inspire change in hearts and mindsets.
Keynote Speeches:
• Leveraging Our Full Mind Everyday
• The Human Skill Education Needed For The Future
• How To Grow And Breed The Adventure Mindset
FROM CORPORATE TRAILBLAZER TO INSPIRATIONAL ADVENTURER
At the heart of Vaishali’s remarkable journey lies in an unwavering commitment to empower individuals and organizations to lead with courage, self-responsibility, and an adventurous spirit. Whether pioneering breakthrough change in multinational firms or summiting the world’s highest peaks, Vaishali’s approach is defined by a resolute faith in the human capacity for growth, agility and reinvention. Her immersive exploration of how mindfulness and physical challenge reshapes people and team cultures. From the corporate boardrooms to the rugged mountaintops, Vaishali’s transformative odyssey stands as a testament to the power of embracing the new and uncharted.
FAMILY, PHILANTHROPY & COMMUNITY
Through ORA Human℠ , Vaishali acts to get more adults and children practicing mindfulness as a way to become dynamic change makers and positive influencers for themselves and the communities around them. She splits her voluntary time between two key demographics that she is committed to – young aspiring corporate professionals and youth aged 12-20. She has been a long-time mentor and volunteer for the Project Management Institute, the Schulich School of Business and the Voice of Vedas youth community.
Formerly a trained Indian classical dancer, Vaishali is invited to anchor and moderate prominent community events. She has graced many well-known stages in Toronto such as Dusk Dance, Luminato, IIFA and Nuit Blanche. This part of her life truly celebrates the diversity that only Canada offers to collaborate and co-create with artists and cultures from across the world.
Vaishali lives in Toronto. She is a step-mother to two beautiful girls aged 24 and 28 and mother to a 14 year old son. She is also a caregiver to her aging parents who courageously chose the new immigrant path from her place of birth, Kenya, in the early 90s.
Clients, Partners & Collaborators
CLIENT testimonials
“Vaishali, on behalf of our Masters program of Human Resource Management, thank you for a truly enriching talk and for so generously sharing your enormous expertise with our class. It was wonderful to hear about the kind of fulfilling work you have done with so many organizations, professionals, and individuals to help people reach their full potential, to build resilience and to support human sustainability.”
Len Karakowsky, Professor, Schulich School of Business
"Vaishali is a valuable consultant and coach to any organization looking to enhance their human resource development strategies and create a more sustainable and engaged workforce. I highly recommend her as a speaker and consultant in the field of human skill development.. Her knowledge and expertise in sustainable human skill development is truly impressive and her ability to engage and inspire audiences is exceptional. She has a unique ability to connect with people and deliver valuable insights that can help organizations create a more motivated and productive workforce."
Kunal Bharadva, Partner, PKF International Limited
“Vaishali’s ability to convey complex concepts in a clear and relatable manner resonates with organizations looking to bring the power of human sustainability to their people development plans. She seamlessly introduced and clarified how practices like expansion of awareness and perception breed a culture of resilience, agility, and creativity and how this changes the way we align values and set goals with our people.”
Mary Kazamias, CEO, Traduction Serge Belair
“Vaishali empowers leaders and teams to tackle challenging discussions with empathy and clarity. She recently led an executive training session where her extensive knowledge of global team dynamics was prominently showcased. Her inclusive style ensures every participant feels heard, promoting an atmosphere of respect and unity. For organizations aiming for excellence, partnering with Vaishali is transformative. She's more than a collaborator; she's an inspiration.”
Rosita Murray, Director, People & Culture, Mister Safety Shoes
“I’ve learned the balance between not having control over certain things at work and how I can choose to respond to that with acceptance and communication. I remain focussed on my effort in the moment and not overwhelmed by the big end-goal. My understanding of these things helped me improve my work ethic - I am more patient and empathetic to my team members.”
ORA Experience℠ Participant
“I have tools and techniques to use for the rest of my life so I can self manage my mental health. I have a better handle over my emotions. I swiftly identify the negativity and anxiety and know how not to let it drive my responses in different situations. I have become aware that I cannot lead with negativity or doubt.”
ORA Experience℠ Participant
"Engaged the audience, kept the energy high, and flawlessly transitioned between subjects and stories"
Vaishali, your skills as emcee and facilitator are truly extraordinary. The way you effortlessly engaged the audience, kept the energy high, and flawlessly transitioned between subjects and stories showcased your remarkable talent. Your warm and vibrant personality shone through, adding an unforgettable touch to both of our events.
Vaishali, your skills as emcee and facilitator are truly extraordinary. The way you effortlessly engaged the audience, kept the energy high, and flawlessly transitioned between subjects and stories showcased your remarkable talent. Your warm and vibrant personality shone through, adding an unforgettable touch to both of our events.
Sreejith Pillai, Client Partner, Hexaware
“It opens up your mind and your perspective to change the way you view things that you are challenged with. My manager mentioned that for work that usually takes one year, I have accomplished it in six months.”
ORA Experience℠ Participant
“Now I see a calm, strong, confident young man who is striving for new heights and goals and ambitions he once thought were not possible. I feel very stable and rooted. It’s probably the most calm and comfortable I’ve ever felt with “me”
ORA Experience℠ Participant
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