Professor M.S. Rao, Ph.D.

Professor M.S. Rao, Ph.D., is recognized as a prominent 21st-century philosopher and a pioneer of the 'Soft Leadership' conceptual framework. He is an internationally acclaimed authority on leadership, with a distinguished 45-year career spanning the military, academia, business, consulting, and thought leadership. He has authored fifty-six books, including the best-selling title, "See the Light in You." URL: https://www.amazon.com/See-Light-You-Spiritual-Mindfulness/dp/1949003132. An avid lover of words and quotes, he has published over 300 papers and articles in prestigious international journals, such as Leader to Leader, Thunderbird International Business Review, Strategic HR Review, Development and Learning in Organisations, Industrial and Commercial Training, On the Horizon, and Entrepreneur. He takes on multiple roles as a soldier, entrepreneur, educator, author, explorer, thinker, researcher, mentor, motivator, reformer, traveler, blogger, storyteller, volunteer, activist, futurist, analyst, strategist, and coach. He serves as a C-Suite advisor and a global keynote speaker. His diverse professional background spans military service, academia, training, research, consultancy, and philosophy, giving him a strategic perspective and a long-term vision. Through leadership education and his publications, he mentors a new generation of leaders and inspires individuals worldwide to pursue their life goals, despite various challenges and disabilities. He aspires to develop one million students into global leaders by 2030. He actively participates in peace initiatives, advocates for gender equality (#HeForShe), and fosters global connections among students. He is dedicated to writing books and maintaining blogs on executive education, learning, and leadership. Much of his work is freely available through his four blogs, including this one: http://professormsraovision2030.blogspot.com. Recognized as a prolific author and an energetic, dynamic, and inspiring leadership speaker, he can be contacted at msrlctrg@yahoo.com.