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About Dr. Kasthuri Henry
Dr. Kasthuri Henry, PhD, CTP, Six Sigma Black Belt, is a dynamic international speaker, award winning author and thought leader dedicated to fostering emotional and financial resilience. With a mission to “Build to Last and Ennoble for Success,” she bridges the gap between public, private, and nonprofit sectors through education, collaboration, and transformative communication. She tirelessly build bridges between human societies to create lasting impact with a special focus on US, Caribbean, Africa, and Asia.
As the founder and CEO of KasHenry LLC. and Ennobled for Success Institute, Dr. Henry leverages her extensive experience in corporate finance, government operations, Learning and Development and academia to drive continuous improvement and ethical leadership development to build sustainable ecosystems. Her roles have included:
Dr. Henry’s holistic approach integrates emotional intelligence with financial acumen, empowering individuals and organizations to achieve sustainable growth and societal impact.
K–12 Curriculum Topics For Youth and Educators
Dr. Kasthuri Henry’s extensive work in emotional and financial resilience, leadership development, and social impact offers valuable insights for K–12 education. Drawing from her publications, financial literacy initiatives, and thought leadership, here are tailored topics designed to equip students with essential life skills:
Drawing from The Resiliency Playbook, students learn to identify personal challenges and develop strategies to overcome them. The BAN Plan—Basic realities, Adjustments, New game plan—guides students in cultivating resilience and adaptability.
Utilizing resources from the How Money Works initiative, students explore fundamental financial concepts, including budgeting, saving, and investing. Interactive modules like “The Rule of 72” and “7 Money Milestones” make financial education engaging and accessible.
Inspired by Ennobled for Success, this topic encourages students to develop leadership qualities rooted in empathy, integrity, and service. Through real-life examples and reflective exercises, students learn to lead with authenticity and purpose.
Incorporating principles from Applied Positive Psychology, students engage in activities that promote self-awareness, emotional regulation, and interpersonal skills. These lessons foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment.
This comprehensive topic covers essential life skills, including effective communication, time management, and goal setting. Students participate in practical exercises that prepare them for personal and academic success.
By integrating these topics into the K–12 curriculum, educators can provide students with the tools needed for emotional well-being, financial competence, and effective leadership. Dr. Henry’s work serves as a valuable resource in shaping well-rounded, resilient individuals ready to navigate the complexities of life. Download life skills through Financial Literacy Flyer.
Professional Development and Adult Empowerment Topics
Here are speaker topics for professional conferences and adult empowerment events, inspired by the expertise and published work of Dr. Kasthuri Henry, PhD, CTP, Six Sigma Black Belt. These topics blend emotional intelligence, financial literacy, leadership, and inclusive capitalism to provide transformative value for adult learners and professionals.
Derived from Dr. Henry’s acclaimed book, this session unpacks her proprietary “BAN” framework—Basic Realities, Adjustments, New Game Plan. Attendees learn how to build inner strength and professional agility during times of disruption.
➤ Ideal for: Leadership forums, HR conferences, executive retreats.
Explore how economic growth can coexist with equity, ethics, and empowerment. This talk examines real-world case studies and strategic frameworks to shift from profit-centric to people-centric capitalism with a variety of focus areas including the ones illustrated below.
➤ Ideal for: ESG summits, Business Strategy, economic development and finance conferences, business roundtables.
Explore how inclusive economic models are shaping the future of sustainable growth.
The strategic advantage of social responsibility in a hyper-connected world.
Actionable frameworks to embed equity, ethics, and inclusion into your business model.
Leveraging technology to close opportunity gaps and expand market reach.
Aligning company mission with social transformation for lasting impact.
Based on How Money Works principles, this talk simplifies financial literacy for adult audiences. From managing debt to understanding investing basics and wealth-building, participants walk away empowered to control their financial destiny.
➤ Ideal for: Non-profit leaders, entrepreneurs, community development summits.
Drawing from her book Ennobled for Success, Dr. Henry explores how authentic leadership rooted in values can drive sustainable success. She introduces a human-centric model of professional development.
➤ Ideal for: Leadership conferences, corporate L&D events, DEI summits.
With decades of experience in public and private finance, Dr. Henry speaks to how companies can align financial resilience with business continuity. Using technology, governance, and scenario planning, she helps leaders future-proof their enterprises.
➤ Ideal for: CFO roundtables, risk management conferences, governance & compliance events.
This topic explores how technologists and business leaders can create digital equity by partnering with underserved communities and mission-driven organizations. Case studies include collaborations facilitated by TechFides.
➤ Ideal for: GovTech, EdTech, CSR, and social innovation forums.
In this emotionally resonant keynote, Dr. Henry speaks about the role of emotional resilience in healing the workplace toxicity, rebuilding public trust, and crafting humane leadership in turbulent times.
➤ Ideal for: Government leadership training, corporate wellness programs, public policy forums.
This session breaks down how financial strategies can integrate environmental sustainability and societal wellbeing without sacrificing profitability. It’s a powerful narrative for financial professionals committed to ethical capitalism.
➤ Ideal for: Sustainable finance, ESG investment, green economy events.
Review Publications: https://kashenry.com/publications/
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“Dr. Henry’s insights into financial resilience transformed our organizational approach to sustainability.”
— Margaret Bourke, Assistant Treasurer, Duracell Corporate HQ, A Berkshire Hathaway Company, UK
“Her ability to connect with diverse audiences and inspire change is unparalleled.”
— Karim Elhenawy, Finance and Commercial Director, Duracell Inc. A Berkshire Hathaway Company
“Dr. Henry’s mentorship has been pivotal in my leadership journey.”
— Nancy Xiong, Economic and Community Development Leader, USA
Book Dr. Kasthuri Henry
To invite Dr. Henry to speak at your event or organization, please contact:
Book time with Kasthuri Henry: 30 minutes Discovery Meeting
Phone (USA): (224) 536-1603
Phone (Caribbean): (501) 672-7418
For more information on her work and services, visit www.kashenry.com.
Dr. Kasthuri Henry is committed to empowering individuals and organizations to achieve lasting success through emotional intelligence and financial literacy.