Rise Through It®

in Financial Services

Finance is a world of high stakes, high pressure, and constant change. Whether it’s decision-making, regulatory shifts, or leadership under scrutiny, the challenges are real. I know this firsthand. My journey, from an Ivy League education and Wall Street success to navigating the hardest lessons of my life, has given me a unique perspective on integrity, resilience, and leadership in the financial industry.

I work with Financial Services leaders, accounting professionals, and investment firms to build a culture where vigilance meets bold decision-making. It’s time to rise through uncertainty, embrace transformation, and redefine what success truly means.

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Challenges
Rashmi Airan is not only a deeply moving speaker with a unique story —she is an absolutely captivating storyteller. When she spoke at the Jacksonville Women’s Leadership Forum earlier this month, her authenticity, courage, and wisdom resonated powerfully with our audience. Rashmi has a unique gift for blending personal vulnerability with universal truth, and her message on integrity, leadership, and accountability sparked reflection and meaningful dialogue among our attendees. She is one of the few keynote speakers in our forum’s history to receive a standing ovation—and it was more than deserved. We are so grateful for the impact she made, and I wholeheartedly recommend Rashmi to any organization or event seeking a speaker who will not only inspire but truly transform a room.

Cindy Rose

Finance Expert

The Children's Christmas Party of Jacksonville

I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Rashmi Airin since 2012, and from the start I was struck by her professionalism, authenticity, and drive. Over the years, I’ve seen her resilience firsthand as she turned her life’s hardest challenge into a powerful purpose. Rashmi chose accountability, growth, and a new path—one focused on leadership, compliance, and the ethical decision-making challenges professionals face every day. Her voice is both candid and inspiring. She has a rare gift for turning personal lessons into meaningful insights that resonate with others, and she brings honesty and courage to every conversation. I’m proud to call Rashmi a friend and a living testament to the power of resilience, growth, and transforming adversity into a mission to help others.

Angela (Eason) H.

Sr Executive

Third Order Effects

Rashmi Airan kicked off our IGNITE Sales Stampede with a keynote that absolutely hit home. It was genuine, emotional, and the kind of message that sticks with you long after the day is over. She used her own story to bring the RISE framework to life in a way that felt real and human, and it connected with our team in such a powerful way. What made her impact even stronger was what happened after she left the stage. Rashmi jumped right in with our team: listening, encouraging, and engaging with a sincerity you don’t see every day. She’s a phenomenal speaker: authentic, dynamic, and courageous. Any organization would be lucky to have her. She’s part of our family now.

Brian Crumby

MHM, CHIA, CED

Caesars Entertainment Meetings and Events

I would highly recommend Rashmi to any organization looking for a speaker who truly makes an impact. We had Rashmi speak to our company for our Annual Meeting after a challenging year and her story really resonated with our employees. Rashmi’s story is both deeply unique and incredibly relatable. From the very beginning, her willingness to be vulnerable creates an immediate and authentic connection with the audience. Regardless of where you are as an organization, or as an individual, there is something powerful to take away from her message. This was not a typical motivational speech, it was honest, thought provoking and genuinely impactful.

Erica LaCentra

Chief Marketing Officer

RCN Capital

I'm so grateful to have heard Rashmi's message- one that has left a lasting impression. She speaks about pressure, accountability, and resilience in ways that are deeply personal, yet also widely relatable. There are no grand promises or clichés - just an incredible perspective, and hard-earned wisdom. When Rashmi spoke with our collegiate athletes, I was struck by how our team leaned in. Young student-athletes can be a tough crowd to quiet, but you could feel their reflection happening in real time. She is a moving speaker who connects with people on a deeper level and creates meaningful self-reflection. Rashmi would be a gift to any group lucky enough to hear her message.

Jen Bowman

Head Volleyball Coach

Trinity College in Hartford CT

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Meet Me

From Wall Street investment banking to running my own law practice, I’ve spent years navigating the high-stakes world of finance. But it wasn’t until I faced my toughest challenges, ones that tested my ethics, resilience, and identity, that I truly understood what leadership means.

Today, I work with financial services professionals across the globe to spark meaningful change. My mission is simple: to help leaders rise through pressure, uncertainty, and blind spots, to create a culture of trust, integrity, and sustainable success.

RASHMI AIRAN
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