Top Rated International Leadership Speaker

30+ Years
of expertise
350+ Events
Spoken at
100+ Workshops
conducted
45+ Locations
covered
55K Lives
impacted
10+ Industries
served

WHO I am

A truth-teller.
A disruptor of shame.
A catalyst for courageous growth.

I am a first-generation American, raised by parents who immigrated from India with big dreams and even bigger expectations. As a child, I believed that hard work defined self-worth and that success followed a straight, predictable path. But life had other plans, that forced me to rethink everything I thought I knew.

With 30 years of experience as a finance and legal professional, professor, entrepreneur, ex-felon, and mental health advocate, I was uprooted by unimaginable challenges. Fear and uncertainty could have broken me, but I made a choice to step into discomfort, embrace vulnerability, and adapt at every moment.

The RISE Process^TM became my foundation, helping me push through adversity and reclaim my purpose. Today, I work with leaders and organisations worldwide, guiding them to cultivate resilience, leadership, and transformational growth.

My Story

A journey of ambition, adversity, resilience and purpose.

As an Ivy League-educated attorney, Wall Street investment banker, serial entrepreneur, and college professor, I built a thriving career. But one blind spot changed everything, leading me through a life-altering experience in federal prison.

Instead of letting adversity define me, I used it to grow. Now, as a globally recognized transformation expert, I share my journey to spark tough but necessary conversations, resilience, and the power of self-awareness in leadership.

Journey Markers

The defining moments that shaped my journey and impact.

2024

Featured in major media outlets, including ABC, PBS, The Washington Post, and The Wall Street Journal.

2020

Collaborated with global brands like Coca-Cola, Cardinal Health, Merck, Comcast, Sotheby's, and Hershey's.

2016

I began my journey as an internationally recognized keynote speaker and TEDx presenter.

2015

Served a six-month federal prison sentence for bank fraud.

2000

Established an independent law practice in Miami.

1990

Graduated with Honours from Columbia Law School.

Watch me in Action

Bringing stories and lessons to life

Rashmi’s Guarantees

I don’t do fluff or filler. What I promise is real presence, honest support, and a commitment to help you rise, every step of the way.

100% Me, Always

100% Me, Always

I show up with full honesty and vulnerability. What you see is exactly what you get.
We’ll Laugh, Too

We’ll Laugh, Too

Yes, we’ll go deep, but we’ll also keep it human, light, and fun when it counts.
No Sales Pitches

No Sales Pitches

This space is about insight and growth, not selling services or upsells.
Share the Impact

Share the Impact

Want to film or share the session? Please do. My goal is to spread the message.
Lightning-Fast Replies

Lightning-Fast Replies

Expect responses in 15 minutes during the day, 30 minutes after hours. I take communication seriously.
Every Session, Tailored

Every Session, Tailored

I don’t do generic. I customize each experience to your audience and goals.
A Drama-Free Zone

A Drama-Free Zone

No diva demands or complicated logistics. I show up grounded, present, and low-maintenance, always.
Direct Access

Direct Access

You’ll have my number, email, and a direct hotline to reach me. No delays, no gatekeeping.
Promotional Support? I’m In

Promotional Support? I’m In

Need a video, blog, or interview clip to amplify your message? I’m happy to help.
Loose Ends? I Don’t Leave Them

Loose Ends? I Don’t Leave Them

I debrief after every session to ensure expectations are met and exceeded.