Vanessa Haripersad is the Founder and CEO of Shankara People Solutions, a leadership development consultancy focused on unlocking human potential and driving sustainable performance. She is an award-winning transformational leadership coach and mentor, recognised for helping leaders build clarity, confidence, and resilience in complex environments.

Grounded in neuroscience-based coaching, Vanessa supports individuals and teams in overcoming challenges such as imposter syndrome and burnout. She is the creator of the SCCR Framework, a model designed to build sustainable cognitive and emotional resilience and enable high-performing, adaptive leadership cultures.

She is an international keynote speaker, advisory board member, and Editor-in-Chief of Ishkama Global Change Magazine, where she leads conversations on leadership and societal transformation. Vanessa is also deeply committed to youth and women empowerment, actively mentoring individuals to build confidence, purpose, and leadership capability.

Her work reflects a strong focus on purpose, innovation, and lasting impact in leadership development.