“I was privileged to hear Akash mesmerizing our Top Employees in Agra .To get a standing ovation from our Team speaks volumes about his exceptional skills.. Down to earth and forthright he is brilliant in communicating his message ..I am sure we will be utilizing his services regularly to electrify our Corporate & Sales teams and make them realize their own hidden potential. Unbelievably brilliant talk by you Akash. Thanks”
Akash was rated 9.2 on a scale of 10 by 100 of our senior team mates who attended his session in Malaysia. Perhaps- one of the best motivational speakers that Hewlett Packard ever engaged with. He has unbelievable amount of energy and humor through which he drives his points. Through extremely simple activities he makes a huge impact on people and their way of thinking, Akash Gautam was simply awesome.
Akash is not just an exceptional Motivational speaker but a magician too. He took us (Senior Mgmt of CIPLA) into an almost hypnotic state where we shed all our general notions of life & could feel & think like him. We came out, full of fresh energy, confidence & new perspective. I have hardly experienced such a real step-back moment before. Outstanding!!
Google was on Cloud 9 of learning, laughter & fun. The talk was brilliant. Thank you so much Akash. Great show ! Look fwd to more such talks.
We invited Akash for our All India Sales Team Award Function. Akash was brilliant, outstanding and connected with Sales team right from the start. Full of energy, humor & enthusiasm, he kept the sales team engaged throughout the session. All of us received lots of practical insights about Sales. My entire Sales team needed this only at this juncture. Perfect !
Akash makes you believe that even sky is not the limit. Saying that Akash Gautam did a splendid job at the Bisleri ‘All India Sales Conference 2015’ might be an understatement. The level of energy, positivism & knowledge that he brought along & inculcated in each one of us- is a learning we will keep for years to come. Kudos to Akash for igniting power & confidence in my team with his highly inspirational words. It was a pleasure to have him as a part of our conference.
One word for Akash-‘Exceptional’! His talk ‘Rise & Shine’ was the best that I have witnessed in Maruti Suzuki in my 27 years of career here. He just shook us out of our present belief systems into a newer world altogether. Unforgettable & life time experience.
“Goose-bumps! Nerve-wrecking intensity! We invited Akash to address our Sales & Service teams in Goa. Frankly, I was quite worried with his request for a long 120-minute Motivational Talk. But he spoke for more than 180 minutes and not for a single moment anyone of us wanted him to stop. When it comes to inspirational speakers, I have never seen one like him. What a guy! What an experience to hear him!. Escorts wants more & more of you Akash.”
Mr. Power Battery Backup. Akash -this is your new attribute. 180 minutes … no break from your side & all 400 people glued for 180 minutes… it’s a pure win win situation..Have interacted & partnered with many motivational speakers, but surely will rate you among the best speakers & trainers in India. Your connect with crowd, your energy level, the examples are so practical and real. When I spoke to the participants their feedback was simply WOW.
FGB invited Mr Akash Gautam to Dubai for his flagship session ‘Rise & Shine’ with its sales team (some 150+ participants). Akash not only just did- what the Bank wanted him to do but also exceeded our expectations. He fired our team with some very practical motivation & Sales fundamentals. His talk was amazingly powerful & gets talked about & remembered in the office corridors & cabins even months after.
Akash delivered thoughtful messages with so much impact that it will stick on to participants forever. What made Akash’s talk very unique however was the delivery. He created happy mood by using the language which most of us prefer in personal lives, blended with sumptuous dose of humor which kept the audience captivated. I can vouch that my colleagues and channel partners got motivated like never before. Thank you very much for inspiring us like this. Lifetime experience.
We invited Akash Gautam at our Annual partner colloquium at Macau. His ‘Rise & Shine’ session was simply fantabulous and mesmerised my entire team beyond my imagination. Talk was very inspiring, engaging and fun filled too. Thank you Akash for the good time. Keep Rocking with your magic spells !
We were glad to have Akash for Calm-Sutra; his unique Corporate talk on Stress Management at the HDFC ERGO Insurance Conclave 2012, Colombo, Sri Lanka. We truly appreciate your powerful presentation. It was not only insightful but also reflected our aim of knowledge sharing theme. Feedback from our clients has been excellent. Akash truly is one of the best Corporate Trainers in India.
Akash’s sterling session super motivated the entire bunch of 2500+ CAs & CA Students from 7 countries. His was the best session of our two days CA Students International Convention. I am glad we invited the best Motivational Speaker in India!
Akash came as a breath of fresh air, rejuvenating our minds through his unique insights. As students, we face daily the rigors of the academia & the co curricular.In this mélange of activities, there comes a time when we need to re evaluate of what is essential & let go of trivial pursuits that hog our time.. His talk propelled us to achieve greater heights in our lives while keeping one thought at the back our mind ”Motivation is within us”.
“Akash specifically designed the program for our line managers from various Corporate Functions who support us in driving key HR practices around engagement & learning. Our objective was to inspire our managers & help them unlock their leadership. Akash’s program was very very inspirational & innovative. Kudos to him for making it impactful with his epics, anecdotes, desi-ism, tolerable expletives & slangs. We hope to attend more of his programs.
“The entire session of Akash in our Annual Sales and Marketing Meet at Phuket, Thailand was entertaining and enlightening. Akash is a unique motivational speaker who can capture the audience with humorous talks which are equally insightful. He is a brilliant speaker who inspires the audience to learn how to be happy and successful in both personal and professional life.”
Akash Gautam’s three workshops for our senior & mid-level managers were super refreshening & pure gold. His Energy, sense of humour & specially his original content is what makes him different from a few other motivational speakers that Kantar has engaged. What a lovely time my team had with Akash. Thank you for all that you do.
Akash is exactly what an organization looks for in a Keynote Speaker. UPL loves him for many reasons especially his no fuss attitude, his hard-working ability to make his sessions totally customized & his understanding of people’s real issues. His sense of humour is his USP.
Everyone in my team loved ‘Rise & Shine’. Akash is unlike most other motivational speakers who are more of a theory. His stories, examples, humour & some very doable action points were a perfect serving for my team at Kochi Refinery. Thank you Akash.
In a world full of noise, finding a motivational speaker in India who delivers real impact—not just applause—is rare. That’s where Akash Gautam stands out.
With over 22+ years of experience, more than 1,500 events across the globe, and a client list that includes Google, McKinsey, Aditya Birla Group, BCG, Accenture, Mercedes Benz, Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Tata Group Companies & hundreds more, Akash isn’t just a speaker—he’s a spark.
Whether it’s an annual sales meet, a leadership summit, or an offsite team-building event, Akash brings more than energy to the stage. He brings stories, sarcasm, actionable insights, and a no-nonsense delivery that inspires your people to shift mindsets and unlock performance.
If you’re looking to book one of the most engaging and trusted motivational speakers in India – who actually delivers results – Akash Gautam is your answer.
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What makes a motivational speaker not just good—but unforgettable?
In Akash Gautam’s case, it’s a powerful mix of humor, honesty, original storytelling, and zero-pretense delivery that has earned him a two decade-long reputation as one of the top motivational speakers in India.
Here’s why India’s biggest brands keep bringing him back:
Whether it’s the mid senior management of NIFTY-50 companies or a 1,000-person auditorium of an annual sales conference; Akash brings his signature blend of clarity, charisma, and kickass energy to every stage he steps on.
But what truly sets him apart is the lasting impact his sessions have on people and performance. Let’s take a closer look…
The typical Motivational speaker starter pack is to wear a nice suit, have a mic in front, make a nice presentation of quotes, tell ‘you can do it’ & voice modulate with quotes which rhyme.
In his popular blogs, Akash calls the above as the audience’s dopamine addiction or epiphany addiction cycle. This cycle is hearing high energy, inspiring ideas, feeling energized a bit without going on to achieve any real behaviour changes and then returning to the default of familiar comfort zones i.e., old ways of working. And then repeat all of the above with another Motivational Speaker or self-help book.
A great motivational speaker doesn’t just deliver a speech—they create a shift.
Akash Gautam’s events are not about high-flying jargon or temporary feel-good moments. They’re about permanent upgrades in mindset, measurable team engagement, and long-term behavioral change. That’s why his talks become the talk of the office—for months after.
Motivation Minus Boring Gyaan: No long-winded lectures. Just crisp, real, and relevant conversations your people can connect with.
Behavioral Rewiring: Akash blends neuroscience-backed storytelling with experiential tools and deeply relatable metaphors that stick.
Sarcasm Meets Substance: He makes people laugh and think—at the same time. Humor becomes the doorway to deep introspection.
Actionable Frameworks: Attendees leave with ready-to-apply insights they can use the very next day—both at work and in life.
Long-Lasting Effect: His sessions create ripple effects. From productivity boosts to culture shifts, the afterglow is real.
What you’ll witness isn’t just motivation—it’s a mindset intervention that speaks to the head and the heart. That’s why over 30 of the NIFTY-50 companies in India have trusted him to energize their teams.
From bustling boardrooms in Mumbai to leadership retreats in Singapore, Akash’s presence spans across cities—and continents. Let’s explore where he’s made the biggest impact.
With multiple high-energy sessions delivered to organizations like Aditya Birla Group, Mercedes Benz, Boston Consulting Group, Accenture Global, Mahindra & Mahindra, Bisleri International, SBI Life and hundreds more, Akash Gautam has become the go-to motivational speaker in Mumbai.
Aditya Birla Group Companies: From ABGLP (Global Leadership Program) to Annual Sales Conferences for group companies to energizing teams of Aditya Birla Capital, Ultratech, ABFRL across their offices in Mumbai for the last 20+ years.
Mahindra & Mahindra: 400+ sales employees captivated for 180 minutes—without a break during their Annual Sales Conference at Mumbai.
Bisleri: Ignited their entire national sales team at the All India Sales Conference, JW Marriott, Sahar, Mumbai.
“Akash is Mr. Power Battery Backup. Unmatched energy for 180 mins straight. Best speaker I’ve seen in my 27-year career.”
— Yogesh D. Gandhi, Sr. GM – HR, Mahindra & Mahindra
Planning a corporate event in Mumbai? Let’s make it unforgettable.
Delhi NCR hosts some of Akash’s most powerful engagements with SBI, McKinsey, Tata Steel, ICICI and many more corporates. His style connects instantly with corporate teams across sectors.
“He shook our leadership into a new level of clarity and conviction. Incredible experience.”
– McKinsey & Co.
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Akash’s impact in Bengaluru (Bangalore) extends across tech giants and automotive leaders such as Infosys, TCS, Nokia, Sobha, HP, Maruti Suzuki, BASF and many others.
“He combines logic, humor, and brutal honesty. Nobody left the room the same.”
– TCS
Ideal for tech parks, auto forums, and high-performance sales teams in Bangalore.
At Google India HQ, Dr. Reddy’s, KANTAR, TransUnion and many other corporates, Akash’s sessions in Hyderabad are known for being sharp, insightful, and deeply memorable.
“The team was on Cloud 9—best talk we’ve had this year.”
“Energizing and deeply reflective. Pure transformation.”
– Dr. Reddy’s
“Akash doesn’t just speak—he shifts how your people think.”
Hosting a team event in Hyderabad? Elevate it with Akash’s insights.
Akash is a popular name in Kolkata, having engaged audiences at ICAI, Titan, St. Xaviers College, E&Y, Tata Steel, Emami, Pitrashish Marketing & more
“It was education, entertainment, and enlightenment rolled into one.”
From B-Schools to boardrooms, Akash is Kolkata’s most trusted motivational speaker.
With over two decades of being in the public speaking circuit, I’ve had a ringside view of India’s most powerful motivational voices. This is not a generic list based on social media fame. These are speakers I’ve watched, admired, and learned from—each bringing a distinct flavor to the stage.
If you’re planning your next big event and wondering whom to invite, here’s a curated list of some of the best motivational speakers in India—shared with honesty and clarity.
A legend among India’s younger generation, Sandeep’s ability to cut through the noise with stories and simplicity is unmatched. He never monetizes his content, refuses paid gigs, and speaks only to benefit people. Though he doesn’t accept corporate events, his LIVE youth sessions are known to create goosebump moments that stay etched for life.
A monk with a sharp understanding of leadership and purpose, GGD combines timeless spiritual truths with practical corporate relevance. Whether it’s a session on values or navigating stress, his serene energy is ideal for senior leadership forums and value-alignment initiatives.
Ankur speaks like your friendly, well-read elder brother. From entrepreneurship to personal productivity, his talks resonate deeply—especially with millennials. His live events are few, but highly impactful. If your team needs practical life advice wrapped in humor and relatability, he’s a solid choice.
With the energy of a full-blown sales rally, Vivek Bindra is all about high-decibel motivation. Ideal for dealer meets, large-scale business events, and sales kick-offs. Just know—he’s intense, fast-paced, and very ROI-focused.
India’s favorite cricket commentator also happens to be a brilliant storyteller. His keynotes draw deep parallels between the field and the boardroom. If your audience loves sports, teamwork, or strategy—you won’t find a better fit.
The man behind Super 30, Anand Kumar’s speeches are a blend of struggle, triumph, and self-belief. Best for education summits, student festivals, and non-profit-driven events. His authenticity is what makes him unforgettable.
Soft-spoken but deeply powerful, BK Shivani (Brahma Kumari Shivani) brings calm, clarity, and spiritual awakening into HR and wellness events. Her presence is magnetic and particularly effective in stress-heavy sectors or change management phases.
From army discipline to corporate resilience, Major Arya delivers hard-hitting truths with patriotism and poise. If your team needs a session that commands attention and respect—his voice carries that authority.
Radhika’s personal story (“The Girl with the Broken Neck”) is just one part of her inspiring persona. As a successful CEO and public speaker, her content around leadership, finance, and mental health is deeply relatable—especially for women’s events and finance-centric audiences.
Akash Gautam – The Corporate Firebrand Who Turns Insight Into Action
Now here’s why I’ve put myself on this list, with humility and purpose.
I don’t do vanilla inspiration. I do what I call “Motivation Minus the Boring Gyaan.”
My sessions are designed to:
Over 1,500 events. 300+ brands. From Delhi to Dubai, Mumbai to Singapore—I’ve helped teams reset, refocus, and reignite their momentum.
“The best part about my work as a motivational speaker is that my events lead to my own clarity of thought.”
– Akash Gautam
Great events aren’t remembered for the mic or the suits. They’re remembered for the voice that moved the room.
Choose someone who understands your people, your mission—and how to transform both.
📌And if that person is me, I’ll be honored to speak with you.
But don’t just take my word for it—hear what some of the world’s leading brands and teams have to say after experiencing my events firsthand.
“Electrifying. Authentic. Practical. Every talk becomes a turning point.”
— Dr. Andreas Lauermann, President, Volkswagen India
“Customized, no-fluff sessions that hit the mark every time.”
— Appadurai A, HP Malaysia
“The impact lasted long after the applause faded. Truly rare.”
— Sudarshan Jain, Abbott Pharma
There’s a difference between making someone feel better vs useless gyaan vs what Akash does inside his Corporate Events. He drills into the audience’s minds – ‘incisive actionable insights using experiential tools and templates!’. My events have gone on to become a starting point for life long & self-sustained learning for scores of participants. Reason for this:- Akash’s events clearly delineate the difference between ‘Theory’ (Gyaan) & ‘Actionable Strategy’.
Akash’s exactitude in solving the specific problems of the industry is what makes him the most trusted Motivational Speaker in India for Corporate Events.
Join the growing list of companies that trust Akash Gautam to energize their teams and spark action.
Have questions before booking a motivational speaker? You’re not alone. Here are answers to the most common queries companies ask before inviting Akash Gautam to their event.
Q1. What is the typical duration of Akash’s motivational sessions?
Answer: Akash’s Keynote speaker sessions can range from 60 minutes to full-day events (5–6 hours). Duration depends entirely on your goals, audience profile, and agenda. The most popular format is a 90-minute high-impact keynote.
Q2. Can Akash customize the content to our company or industry?
Answer: Absolutely. Akash invests time in understanding your audience, team dynamics, and business context. Every event is custom-built—no recycled decks or generic speeches.
Q3. Does Akash speak at international events?
Answer: Yes, Akash Gautam is among the most sought-after motivational speakers in India and regularly travels to destinations like Dubai, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Malaysia, Taiwan, Hongkong and other Middle East and South East Asian countries for corporate events, offsites, and leadership summits.
Q4. Is virtual or hybrid delivery an option?
Answer: Yes. Akash has delivered dozens of highly-rated webinars and hybrid sessions, especially during the COVID-19 times. He was even rated one of the Top Virtual Speakers in India by the Indian Speaker Bureau.
Q5. What industries does Akash work with?
Answer: Akash Gautam, one of the leading motivational speakers in India, has worked with over 300 brands across Tech, Pharma, BFSI, Manufacturing, Retail, New age businesses, MLM, Consulting, Real Estate and Education. His adaptability makes him a perfect fit for any high-performing team that values results over fluff.
Q6. How far in advance should we book?
Answer: Akash’s calendar fills up 2–3 months in advance for peak seasons (April–June, Sept–Dec). Early planning is recommended for marquee events.
Whether you’re organizing a high-stakes leadership summit, a pan-India sales conference, or a team offsite that needs more than just entertainment—Akash Gautam delivers clarity, connection, and change.
My sessions are not just motivational—they are milestones in how your people think, feel, and perform.
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