Ravi is a respected professional, fully insured, and fully vaccinated (and boosted).
Ravi was magic...true learning took place.
NMSBA | New Mexico School Boards Association - see full review here
Our members said that Ravi was one of the very best keynote speakers they’ve ever heard.
CASE | Colorado Association of School Executives - see full review here
Ravi delivered the highest-rated keynote speech we’ve had in years for our annual conference of school administrators and school board members.
ISBA | Indiana School Boards Association - see full review here
Ravi’s keynote was the highlight of the conference. The entire audience was invigorated by his message.
NASB | Nevada Association of School Boards - see full review here
Ravi's energy, passion, and optimism for education transcend the generation gap. He captivates!
MASB | Michigan Association of School Boards - see full review here
In my 30 years with TACE, Ravi is by far the best speaker that we've presented.
TACE | Texas Administrators of Continuing Education - see full review here
They were hanging on your every word. So great, and so important.
US Embassy in Lebanon | Department of State - see full review here
Ravi was the highlight of the conference. Attendees gave him the highest rating.
Accenture - see full review here
Ravi's journey is a testament to the positive impact each one of us can make building connections and relationships.
ASCD | Association of Supervision and Curriculum Development - see full review here
Outstanding! Ravi's message is powerful, and his purpose is inspirational.
ACHE | Association of Continuing Higher Education - see full review here
Ravi's passion for education & multicultural views challenged & broadened our take on what education can be.
KASA | Kentucky Association of School Administrators - see full review here
In tough political environment like Russia, his disarming and genuine style left a very positive impression on our audience.
US Embassy in Russia | Department of State - see full review here
An experience of a lifetime. Lives are forever-changed through Ravi's storytelling.
LACC | Los Angeles Community College District - see full review here
The feedback from our members has been overwhelmingly positive.
WASB | Wisconsin Association of School Boards - see full review here
A charismatic, dynamic speaker who captivates audiences from his opening line to his last.
OCA | Ohio Counseling Association - see full review here
Ravi was a hidden gem...the best keynote in a long time!
ABHES | Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools - see full review here
Ravi's work to break down cultural barriers is nothing less than deeply inspiring.
WASBO | Wisconsin Association of School Business Officials - see full review here
The best keynote we have ever had.
AASA | The School Superintendents Association - see full review here
He was engaging and fun while also challenging our thinking on a variety of topics important today.
DCCD | Dallas Community College District - see full review here
To refer to Ravi as just a speaker would be a great disservice. He is a true talent.
NYSCOSS | New York State Council of School Superintendents - see full review here
An important message for Education Associations:
The impact of the past couple of years on students and teachers worldwide is becoming clear, though how that will ripple through society-at-large and our future is yet to be seen. The onus is on us—education leaders—to do all we can to ensure that students today are prepared to succeed in an unpredictable tomorrow. That is why I am willing to do all I can to help you succeed in this most important task. Click to Read More
If you have ever considered having me as your keynote speaker (or are willing to consider it now), let’s talk. With the release of my new book, I have more flexibility than ever to try to accommodate budgets and meet the needs of education associations across the nation, big and small. Moreover, with the world now awakened to how much schooling impacts society beyond just teaching students, public school systems can and must capitalize on this awareness NOW.
Whether your next conference is virtual or in-person, I will do all that I can to help you rebound from this unprecedented event. Please let me know your interest, needs, and budget, and let’s see what I can do to make it work for you…we are all in this together.
Pivoting to Cultural Competence and Equity in Education
For Educators. As we move into a global sharing economy, we must empower students to be global citizens through culturally responsive teaching, giving them the required skills for the future of work.
With 40% of today's jobs about to be automated (source: PwC), we will no longer be defined by what we do, but rather, by who we are. We cannot fail to equip all students with the most critical skills of tomorrow—skills that go beyond the current "college and career-ready" focus. Education leaders must re-evaluate the overall goal of education now while committing to teaching the most important life-skills for a global future, including cultural competence and how to continuously pivot. Today's educators have an unprecedented opportunity and responsibility to not only achieve equity in education, but to defeat generations of implicit biases so that all students can develop a healthy curiosity about the world and truly become global citizens.
Click to Read More • Cultivate cultural competence and a pathway to equity in schools and communities Born into one of the world’s most influential families but rejecting the obvious choices presented to him, Ravi uses his own journey as a rock star, entrepreneur, aviator, and cultural diplomat to show how educators can most effectively and equitably transform students into culturally competent lifelong learners. By exploring the elements of a "whole child" education that fosters cultural competence and a globally aware growth mindset, Ravi will shift your thinking on how public education can put society on a path to equity, equality, and ultimately world peace.
• Use the arts and sciences to overcome implicit biases
• Incorporate a growth mindset in both liberal arts and CTE/vocational/career pathways education
• Convert privilege into leadership skills that can help foster social justice
• How to harness incoming educators' idealism as they move into leadership positionsNEXT: Click here to learn about Ravi's unparalleled journey. Or...
CONTACT US: Why wait? Click here for booking, pricing, or other inquiries.
Add-on professional development workshop for educators
Click to Read MoreIn addition to a keynote, this workshop/breakout can be later the same day or done virtually on a different day. Ravi guides attendees to develop "lesson plans" that incorporate the four main education concentrations highlighted in the keynote and his book:
• Inspiring Curiosity
• Nurturing Talent
• Provoking Critical Thinking
• Fostering Communication
Then, participants develop strategies to execute plans during the year, discuss them for feedback and suggestions, and share personal anecdotes that reinforce the benefit to students.
NEXT: Click here to learn about Ravi's unparalleled journey. Or...
CONTACT US: Why wait? Click here for booking, pricing, or other inquiries.
BONUS: Get a free student presentation at the local high school with any education leadership keynote.
Pivot: Staying Relevant versus Becoming Redundant
For Entrepreneurs & Educators. With 40% of today's jobs about to be automated (source: PwC), teaching a student or oneself to be a lifelong learner is the only way to pivot and remain relevant in an ever-changing world.
Artificial Intelligence will create the most significant disruption to the workforce that we have ever seen. The need to adapt is clear, but change can be daunting if not downright paralyzing. However, if one learns to pivot instead (using your strengths and staying true to your underlying objectives), one can create lifelong success.
This presentation breaks down Ravi's four pillars of lifelong learning, enabling educators to teach students, or entrepreneurs to teach themselves the necessary skills and abilities to succeed in tomorrow's world. Audiences will also discover innovative ways to use technology in blended learning environments to enhance educational outcomes.
Click to Read More The four pillars of lifelong learning • Inspiring Curiosity Born into one of the world’s most influential families but rejecting the obvious choices presented to him, Ravi uses his own journey as a rock star, entrepreneur, aviator, and cultural diplomat to show how to become a lifelong learner who can continuously adapt to an everchanging world.
• Nurturing Talent
• Provoking Critical Thinking
• Fostering CommunicationNEXT: Click here to learn about Ravi's unparalleled journey. Or...
CONTACT US: Why wait? Click here for booking, pricing, or other inquiries.
Add-on professional development workshop for educators
Click to Read MoreIn addition to a keynote, this workshop/breakout can be later the same day or done virtually on a different day. Ravi guides attendees to develop "lesson plans" that incorporate the four main education concentrations highlighted in the keynote and his book:
• Inspiring Curiosity
• Nurturing Talent
• Provoking Critical Thinking
• Fostering Communication
Then, participants develop strategies to execute plans during the year, discuss them for feedback and suggestions, and share personal anecdotes that reinforce the benefit to students.
NEXT: Click here to learn about Ravi's unparalleled journey. Or...
CONTACT US: Why wait? Click here for booking, pricing, or other inquiries.
BONUS: Get a free student presentation at the local high school with any education leadership keynote.
How to Pivot Your Passion into Your Profession
For Students and Young Entrepreneurs. Pursue your passion and rally the needed support to be successful.
In this presentation, Ravi encourages attendees to pursue their passions regardless of preconceptions or obstacles. However, following one's dream is not about rebelling against one’s parents, school, or traditional values. It is about collaborating with these influences while broadening horizons and learning to “be the change you wish to see in the world” (Gandhi). A child’s talents, strengths, and interests often differ from their culturally traditional path. As they become teenagers, those same interests can become aspirations that are then in conflict with the expectations of any given family, society, or culture. Ironically, it is this very difference that can give a young adult "the edge,” enabling him or her to achieve greater success. Moreover, in the age of automation and globalization, the perceived security of a traditional career is no longer the reality.
Click to Read More Using his own story of growing up in a family of politicians and bankers but ultimately pursuing a career in music, Ravi tells the story of how he earned the support of his parents, engineered his own very successful career, and as an adult, made his family extremely proud by not just living his dreams, but also by contributing positively to the world around him.NEXT: Click here to learn about Ravi's unparalleled journey. Or...
CONTACT US: Why wait? Click here for booking, pricing, or other inquiries.
- The topics above are customized and delivered live or virtually.
- Virtual keynotes can be delivered live, or pre-recorded with multiple camera angles and fully produced so you just have to "plug and play." Either way, they will be done in a setting that is as inspiring as the speech.
Ravi simply offers more than other keynote speakers
Before Event
- Writes an article for client's newsletter or magazine
- Participates in client's social media campaigns and custom video teasers
- Speaks with several attendees in advance to prepare
At Event
- Attends social events (schedule permitting, live events)
- Closes keynote with a song—optional, but a highlight with audiences
- Hosts an online "post-keynote virtual mixer" (if we cannot hang out at the hotel bar!)
After Event
- Stays connected with and available to attendees via email