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Learn more about my journey and why I’m so passionate about people & our connections!

“On a mission to understand, connect & live life fully”

Hey! My name is Shivanii Ray!

If there’s one thing about me you should know that I’ve never done things the normal way! My journey hasn’t been traditional, and I wouldn’t change a single part of it. From an early age, I was exposed to the unexpected, the unconventional, and the beautiful chaos of what it means to live fully.

At age 10, my family was forced to leave the U.S. due to immigration issues and instead of going back to the UK, we sold 95% of our belongings, packed 4 red duffel bags (from Costco-they were the best!), and embarked on what was supposed to be a 6-month journey. Instead, it became a 5-year global adventure that took us to places I couldn’t have imagined—physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

During those years, I didn’t just see the world; I experienced it. My education didn’t come from a textbook but from life itself. I learned to communicate without words in foreign countries, understood the depth of human connection in diverse cultures, and became fascinated with how people relate to each other and themselves.

At the heart of it all? Relationships.

I realized early on that relationships are the foundation of everything. How we connect, how we express love, how we resolve conflict—these are the things that shape our world, from our closest personal bonds to the way we navigate professional spaces. As a teenager, I became obsessed with understanding the dynamics of human behaviour—why we communicate the way we do, why some relationships thrive while others struggle, and how emotional intelligence can transform the way we relate to each other.

I dove deep into studying NLP (Neuro-Linguistic Programming) and got certified as a practitioner at just 12 years old. I studied various different personality assessments, how to read people and body language. I’ve spoken in front of thousands across 4 continents, emceed my first event at 8 years old to over 2000 people, and even had the honour of performing in front of 5,000 people during a sacred gathering in India.

Throughout every career move I’ve made, one thing has remained constant—communication is at the core. Whether I was working in marketing, social media, content creation, video course design, or community management, everything always came down to understanding people and learning how to communicate effectively. Even when I was stepping onto stages around the world, it wasn’t just about speaking—it was about connecting.

What I’ve learned is this: whether we’re talking to ourselves, to our loved ones, or to a room full of strangers, how we communicate and UNDERSTAND each other defines the quality of our relationships, and ultimately, the quality of our lives. Now I’m on a mission to help people connect deeper with themselves & the people around them.

FUN FACTS ABOUT ME…

Born in the USA, Made Everywhere Else: I was born in Chicago, & raised in California, but I’m also very much British. My family is originally from the UK (where all my relatives still live), & I’m Gujarati by heritage, which means I’ve got a blend of cultures in my blood—Western, British, & Indian. It's a big part of who I am, and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

Ate Fire: Yup you got that right, I ATE FIRE at 9 years old!

Elementary School Dropout: Yup (again). Always learning & very educated (but can’t get hired by McDonald’s & I’m okay with that lol)

Scuba Certified at 12: I got my PADI diving certification at 12, in another life I would be a marine biologist!

Good Morning America & More: I’ve had the privilege of featuring on GMA, ABC, FOX, CBS, NBC and various international & national news outlets!

Released My Own Album at 15: I released my first album called Spreading Love. One of my music videos racked up over 20,000 views—it was inspired by the beautiful smiles of the children I met in the slums while travelling through India.

Red Carpet Moments: The Emmy Awards along with Kids For Peace gave me a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to interview some amazing people, including James Corden and Giancarlo Esposito on the red carpet.

Give me a Camera: I love photography (especially old school film!)

First Event Emcee (Age 8): Shivanii Ray emceed her first event at the age of 8 for an audience of 2500 people.

Travel and Global Schooling (Age 10-15): Shivanii’s family was forced to leave the US, prompting a five-year global adventure. During this period, she engaged in global schooling, studying topics like Stage Presence, NLP (obtaining her certification at age 12), and Marine Biology (earning her PADI diving certification at age 12)

Album Release (Age 15): Shivanii released her first album titled Spreading Love, inspired by her travels and experiences in India. This album included music videos such as Home Again (20,000+ views) and Spreading Love (15,000+ views).

Co-Facilitated Mantra Retreat (Age 15): Shivanii co-facilitated the Mantra Retreat in India, leading people through personal development experiences.

Singing at Shivratri Festival (March 2015): Shivanii was invited to perform with Karl Anthony in front of over 5000 people at a religious gathering in Junagadh, India. She became one of the youngest and only female singers to have performed at this event.

Apprenticeship (Age 15-18): Shivanii joined a global apprenticeship with the world's leading gamification expert, coaching and learning about gamification across 4 continents (Malaysia, London, Australia, India, and the USA).

Moved to India (Age 19): Shivanii worked for Asia and India’s leading business coach, heading marketing efforts and creating the online show Get Real with Rajiv. She also spoke at various events, including the Game Changers Festival. Also getting the opportunity to share the stage with the legendary Les Brown.

FUNancial Freedom / Move to Poland (Age 20): She joined the online platform FUNancial Freedom, aimed at teaching children and teens financial literacy.

Marketing Creative (Age 15-Present): Shivanii still handles content creation, social media management, community management, funnel creation, and ads for various brands. Her expertise includes developing strategies that align with brand voices, building communities, and running effective marketing campaigns.