Deepa Rao

Deepa Rao

I am an experienced, corporate Training Consultant & Behavioural Coach, training and coaching employees of all levels. My background, prior to consultancy, is in Learning and Development in the corporate sector. I deliver end-to-end solutions, from analysing training needs to delivering engaging and experiential content and conducting post training evaluation.

I specialise in soft skills, behavioural skills, leadership development, and coaching, with a natural ability to build instant connections and bring learning to life through real-world examples. I’ve trained over 60,000 employees and coached 100+ individuals across sectors including BFSI, IT, consulting, manufacturing, fin-tech, retail, media, logistics, healthcare, legal, and public sector units.

I am an Neuro-linguistic Practitioner (NLP) certified by the American Board of Neuro Linguistic Programming, a Certified Leadership & Executive Coach by International Coach Federation (ICF), Wellness and Life Coach (ICF), certified POSH (Prevention OF Sexual Harassment) Trainer, Transactional Analysis (TA) Foundation Course certified by Institute of Counselling and Transactional Analysis (ICTA) and TRACOM Social Styles certified. 

I have a post-graduate in Business Management (PGDBM) from K.J. Somaiya College of Management Studies and a Diploma in Training and Development from ISTD, New Delhi. I have trained internationally in countries including Australia, Singapore, Dubai, Oman and Bangladesh. 

I have also presented at TEDx Talks, held at Palm Beach, Navi Mumbai (India) talking on ‘The Importance and need for Wellness at the workplace’. 

My focus is on training and coaching for transition—helping executives, managers, and leaders step into higher roles with clarity and confidence. I create a safe, supportive space where clients can reflect honestly, identify growth areas, and stay accountable to their goals. My sessions are engaging, often infused with humour and storytelling to make learning both meaningful and enjoyable.

I am a marathon runner and I love to cook! I am also a music and fitness enthusiast!

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