Dr. Sandeep Krishnamurthy, Singelyn Family Dean, College of Business Administration, Cal Poly Pomona

“Anu has the rare ability to connect deeply while delivering transformation with positivity and grace.”
Vivian Li, Senior Director at Microsoft

“Anu’s storytelling, clarity, and ability to connect made psychological safety real for our org.”
Melody Biringer, Founder of Women in Tech Regatta

“Anu shows up with heart, hustle, and humor. Every time we’ve worked together, the room felt electric.”
Donna Liu, Corporate Vice President at Microsoft

“Anu was our keynote speaker when we kicked off our psychological safety initiative. She brought this subject to life through examples and stories that resonate with our large audience. Her inspiring speech raised awareness on the importance of psychological safety and give us a strong start on the initiative.”
Amit Nagpal, Facilitator & Author of The Elephant at the Dinner Table

“Anu led with clarity and connection—leaving audiences wanting more, and returning for more.”
Michael Barkley, Sr. Program Manager at Microsoft

“Anu led with clarity and connection—leaving audiences wanting more, and returning for more.”
Donald Seward Jr., Vice President, Regional Practice Leader - Remediation at AECOM

“Few speakers hold space like Anu. She engages across differences and leaves no one behind.“
Mukta Arora, Managing Director at Elanco

“People are still quoting her climb to Everest story. She poured her heart and soul into the story and workshop for a lasting impact. It was real, moving and actionable.”
Altaf Gilani, VP of Product at Expedia

“Anu didn’t just talk about psychological safety—she made us feel it. One of the most human and useful keynotes we experienced.”
Harshit Shah, CTO at Kyruus Health

“Anu is a rockstar. She brought heart, clarity, and strategy—offering tools that helped our team lead with trust, truth, and courage. Empathetic, electric, and deeply effective, she turned psychological safety into something we could feel—and build. Her presence shifted the room, her message landed, and her impact continues to shape how we show up every day.”

Anu is more than an inspirational speaker, she sparks lasting change!

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With years of experience leading invigorating and inspiring talks at some of the largest companies in the Seattle area, Anu is ready to bring her one-woman show of powerful transformation onto a stage near you!

She is mindfully transforming the world — one person, one team, one keynote talk at a time.

With over two decades of corporate experience across India, Australia, and the United States—including engineering leadership roles at Microsoft — Anu brings a globally informed, deeply grounded lens to modern leadership in a rapidly evolving world.

Her coaching insights have fueled leadership development at organizations like Boeing, Microsoft, and Expedia. In high-stakes, high-integrity spaces, Anu is trusted for her rare ability to meet complexity with systems thinking, deep listening, and mindfulness.

As the host of podcasts Mindful Momentum: Leader Podcast and Vivatude, her work bridges the gap between performance and presence, science and storytelling.

Even Melinda French Gates has recognized Anu’s “deep reservoir of wisdom, teachings, and poetry” in her book, The Next Day.

Anu’s workshops don’t just tell, they show, they motivate, and they inspire. They are transformational experiences that spark reflection, shift behavior, and create momentum for real change.

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My talks ignite clarity of purpose, transform conflict into collaboration, and drive real results—for individuals, teams, and the systems they shape.

Transforming Lives One Talk at a Time

Keynote Speaking

Anu delivers high-impact keynote talks that awaken presence, compassion, and courageous leadership in large audiences. Perfect for conferences and industry summits, her keynotes blend neuroscience, storytelling, and practical tools to ignite lasting transformation. Attendees leave inspired and equipped with actionable insights that elevate teams, organizations, and culture.
Corporate Leadership

Ideal for all-hands meetings, executive offsites, and leadership retreats, Anu’s corporate talks help teams navigate change, reduce friction, and build psychological safety. Using frameworks grounded in neuroscience and mindful leadership, she guides leaders to communicate with clarity, respond rather than react, and cultivate resilient, high-performing teams.
Workshops & Interactive Trainings

Anu’s workshops are immersive and experiential, designed for teams seeking real behavioral change. These sessions integrate group exercises, reflective practices, and live demonstrations to teach skills such as navigating conflict, emotional regulation, and mindful communication. Teams walk away with tangible tools they can apply immediately.
Leadership Roundtables

For senior leaders who value depth and candid conversation, Anu facilitates intimate roundtables that explore the complexities of leadership. These curated sessions foster trust, encourage vulnerability, and help executives develop emotional intelligence, strategic clarity, and a grounded presence in times of uncertainty.
Membership Organization Talks

Anu speaks to professional associations and membership organizations seeking to empower their members with tools for mindful leadership, emotional resilience, and meaningful connection. Her sessions are customized to the unique needs of each community, creating relevance and resonance across diverse groups.
Panel Discussions

As a panelist, Anu brings thoughtful expertise on psychological safety, conflict transformation, women in leadership, and mindful culture. She enriches conversations with practical wisdom and relatable stories that help audiences see leadership through a more human-centered lens.
Retreat Facilitation

Perfect for leadership retreats and organizational reset moments, Anu facilitates immersive experiences that help leaders slow down, reconnect with purpose, and realign with what truly matters. These sessions blend mindful practices, self-inquiry, and experiential learning for profound personal transformation.
Young Professional Talks

Anu empowers university students and emerging professionals with insights on navigating transitions, building inner resilience, and leading with integrity in an unpredictable world. Her talks plant seeds of mindfulness and courage early in the leadership journey.