Neuroscientist of the Mind, Coach at the Core | Purpose-driven mindset Coach | NLP Practitioner | Researcher & Lecturer | Founder of The Courage Quest | PhD in Cognitive & Behavioural Neuroscience

"If you don't go after what you want, you'll never have it. If you don't ask, the answer is always no. If you don't step forward, you're always in the same place." – Nora Roberts
This quote isn’t just on my wall—it’s in every brave step I’ve taken. From leaving home to pursue a life built on science, service, and soul work, it’s been my anchor through fear, growth, and becoming.

Who I am:
I’m Dr. Srinidhi Desikan—a Cognitive and Behavioural Neuroscientist, Lab Manager, Lecturer, NLP Master practitioner, and Life & Mindset Coach. My path bridges many worlds: the rigour of academia, the depth of the human psyche, and the quiet (yet loud) transformations that happen when someone remembers who they are.

What I do:
- I manage the VU Behavioral Lab, where I’ve built systems and community across faculties to support research in human behavior.
- I guide students through their academic and personal journey of discovery.
- I coach individuals—often those navigating identity, fear, and transition—through a non-profit, pay-it-forward practice that centers on growth over transaction.
- I write, speak, teach, and listen. And I hold space for people, even (and especially) when they don’t know what they need yet.

How I do it:
With both precision and depth. I bring together neuroscience, psychology, NLP, and lived wisdom.
My approach is raw and reflective—I go beneath the surface, gently but directly. We get honest. We get clear. We shift from “Why me?” to “Why not me?”

Why I do it:
Because too many people live beneath their truth. Because I’ve been there. Because I’ve watched science transform systems and life—and seen presence transform people.
And because I believe that courage, when met with the right support, creates lives that feel like home.

✨ Curious to work with me—on research, coaching, or something in-between? Just send a message.

Dr. Srinidhi Desikan

Elodie Levasseur

Senior Marketing Executive

The Shine Bright Academy

As a certified Leadership Coach, I'm passionate about guiding my clients to find clarity in their purpose, define success on their terms, and create meaningful, purpose-driven lives and businesses. 

I employ a range of proven strategies and frameworks in a brain-friendly manner, resulting in lasting transformations.

My coaching style is a blend of logic, intellect, emotion, instinct, and somatic awareness. 

My mission is to encourage the embodiment of feminine energy as a path to success. 

Through my journey, I've seen the transformational power of this approach and I'm excited to share it with others.

As an entrepreneur, marketer, brain-based coach, and an unshakable optimist, I am dedicated in helping others to embody their true powers.

Deliver in English or in French. Online or face to face - Based between Paris/London/Lyon. 

To find out more visit: https://www.theshinebrightacademy.com/

Founder & CEO 

Universal Music Publishing Group

Head of International Marketing

David Jones

Management of the Financial Services marketing budget and team management to develop and execute the David Jones American Express alliance marketing campaigns. 

Execution of all online and offline campaigns with relationship management of key stakeholders, American Express and Qantas, to increase acquisition receipts and instore spend as well as reducing attrition.

Marketing Specialist for American Express David Jones Alliance

Royal Caribbean Group

Responsible for the management of all online and offline marketing activities. Development of customer’s profiles and demand analysis for packaged travel. Delivered integrated, engaging and consistent online experience for Cruise1st customers maximising conversion.

Marketing Manager for Cruise 1st Agency

Imperial College London

Responsible for the management and coordination of all online and offline marketing initiatives for the Commercial Services division of a global top-5 higher education institution reporting to the Marketing Manager. 

Key contributor to the division’s annual marketing plan, including objectives settings and strategies to retain existing clients and drive new business across four target markets.

The Girls Experience

www.thegirlexperience.co.uk (inactive) / The Girls Experience facebook page

Created a unique series of women networking events organised around modern lifestyle. Various topics discussed, such as self-image, beauty, cosmetics, and fashion. 

Built a detailed database of over 650 women and average participation of 90 women at each bi-monthly event through marketing and sales activities including female-centric trade shows, website development, email campaigns, flyers, and networking. Organised 8 events over a year. 

Nominated as “one to watch” by event magazine in 2009 (Haymarket publication).

Founder

The Westbury Hotel

Responsible to the Head of Sales and Marketing for building awareness and audience share of the brand in the competitiveness of London hospitality industry.

Marketing Executive

Background in branding, advertising, marketing, communication, neuroscience, mindfulness and team management. 

Success = Time for me + meaningful work + sense of belonging --> this is what I help you achieve. 

After 17 years in senior marketing roles leading teams for various global brands, such as Universal Music, American Express, Royal Caribbean, Imperial College London and more, I reinvented my career to help CEOs, high level executives, founders reconnect to what really matters and prioritise their growth as conscious leaders. 

As a certified Brain-Based Coach, I am passionate about guiding my clients to find clarity in their purpose, define success on their terms, and create meaningful, purpose-driven lives and businesses. I employ a range of proven strategies and frameworks in a brain-friendly manner, resulting in lasting transformations.

My coaching style is a blend of logic, intellect, emotion, instinct, and somatic awareness. My extensive training in team management, cross-cultural, branding, mindfulness, and women leadership adds a unique depth to my coaching approach. 

I'm dedicated to inspiring individuals, to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams.

I'm a firm believer in the power of mindset, helping individuals establish positive habits for change, rewiring their beliefs, and gaining new perspectives on life and career.

Through my journey, I've seen the transformational power of this coaching and various tools and I'm excited to share it with others.

Let's connect and explore how we can collaborate to create positive change and lasting impact.

Deliver in English or in French. Online or face to face - Based between Paris/London. 

Offerings:
- 1-1 Coaching (Max 8 clients per month) 
- Group Coaching 
- Group Facilitation (Tailored training for your team: sense of belonging, change management, communication) 
- Public Speaking ( Guest speaker at conferences and wellness/leadership retreats) 

Summary: 

17 + years leading international teams in diverse industries
Senior Marketer turned Leadership Coach
Teaching about the power of Feminine Energy Leadership
ICF Neuroleadership & Mindfulness Certified
Certified in Sacred Feminine Practices and Women Circles 
Rewiring minds for lasting change
Empowering individuals to believe in themselves
Credentials: Brain-Based Coach | Mindfulness Practitioner  | Women Leadership Certified  |  Expert in Branding & Marketing

Founder & CEO

I am on a mission to help people to become extraordinary leaders and create a world-class business and life.

As an entrepreneur, marketer, brain-based coach, and an unshakable optimist, I am dedicated in helping others to embody their true powers.

I spread the magic by facilitating transformational workshops and webinars, as well as one-on-one coaching with the brain in mind to gain clarity on objectives, build effective habits, maximise focus, and create changes that last. 

To find out more visit: https://www.theshinebrightacademy.com/

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