Shobana Mahansaria is born entrepreneur. Her drive to create and start many new ventures has been an inborn quality she has always used with passion. Born and raised in Thailand, Ms. Mahansaria graduated from the prestigious Clark University in Worcester, Massachusetts and later, received her Master’s degree from Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts.
Shobana started a chain of prestigious spas; Aromathai Day Spa, that now has presence across the country. A co founder and keen crusader for the cause of wellbeing, Shobana oversees the daily operations of more than 22 outlets in 6 cities. Constantly updating treatments and services, she is totally involved in making it the To-Go to spa in the country.
Shobana’s latest foray is
Dolphin Pod, where she is entering in to the field of education. She is always keen to give back to the community with fresh ideas; Shobana hopes this centre will attract all the parents in New Delhi with great zeal and interest. Dolphin POD is a World Class Learning Centre that provides fun, interactive and inspiring education; unlike any other institute/organization. By utilizing latest neuro-scientific methods for Innovation, Social Leadership and Wellness, Dolphin POD teaches the key 21st Century skills of (CQ) - Creativity, Collaboration, Communication, Critical Thinking and Contribution.
These skills represent Consciousness Quotient and are the building blocks for a happy, strong, healthy and meaningful life. Dolphin POD provides a scientific life skills curriculum; expertly designed by Dr. Shimi Kang and a team of education, mental health and child development specialists.
Through real world experiential learning, Dolphin POD develops a child’s Emotional wellness, Adaptability, Social Skills, Innovation, Ethics and Resiliency for that they adopted POD method based on three unique experiences: P = Play (play and exploration, O= Others (social connection) and D = Downtime (stress management and wellness). According to research based methods, children will become smarter, happier, healthier and better equipped to navigate the ever changing waters of our fast paced, ultra competitive and socially connected modern world.
The trajectory of growth of Dolphin Pod mirrors the tribulations in Shobhana's personal life. She turned her odds into an opportunity as she became a motivational speaker, translating her trials into inspiring stories for others to follow. She firmly believes every individual can triumph over setbacks with personal strength. Never letting her enthusiasm for life slide; she is an avid foodie, a voracious talker and a complete people’s person that stands her in good stead with friends and employees alike. Her future plans include collaborating with NGO’s for the betterment and support of underprivileged children; another cause close to her heart.
