Vasanti S Iyer
Joint Secretary, Indian Yoga Association (IYA)
Vasanti S Iyer brings a unique blend of corporate dynamism, administrative excellence, and profound spiritual dedication to the Indian Yoga Association as its Joint Secretary and member of the Executive Council. Currently serving as the CEO & Director of the Sri Sri School of Yoga, she has dedicated her life to disseminating the ancient wisdom of Yoga and Ayurveda, transforming it into a living reality for millions across the globe.
A Journey from Corporate Excellence to Spiritual Leadership
Before immersing fully into the wellbeing space, Vasanti S Iyer carved out a highly successful career in the corporate world. She served as a Media Consultant for top-tier global advertising agencies like Ogilvy & Mather and Trikaya Grey, followed by a strategic stint in the IT sector during the peak of the e-commerce boom.
Guided by a deeper purpose, she transitioned into the Art of Living, where she has spent a major part of her life playing pivotal administrative and expansion roles under the guidance of Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar.
Transforming Lives & Structuring Organizations
An exceptional administrator and visionary leader, Vasanti S Iyer has held several foundational leadership roles:
- National Teachers Coordinator: Served as the first-ever coordinator to streamline and manage Art of Living teachers both across India and internationally.
- Apex Team Head: Directed the core administrative operations of the global organization.
Rural & Youth Development: Headed the Youth Leadership Training Program (YLTP), transforming diffident youth into confident, socially responsible leaders, alongside driving vocational training for rural unemployed youth. - MSME Corporate Initiatives: Instrumentally launched specialized corporate wellness programs for the MSME sector.
- Ayurveda Expansion: As the head of the Sri Sri Wellbeing Centre (Sri Sri Tattva), she championed the global spread of Ayurveda, expanded Panchakarma franchises nationwide, and pioneered new wellness webinars and training modules.
Driving the Future of Yoga
In her current role as the CEO & Director of the Sri Sri School of Yoga, Vasanti S Iyer is on a relentless mission to nurture high-calibre Yoga teachers and introduce innovative Yoga programs to every corner of the world. She is also a senior, deeply revered faculty member, teaching the Happiness Course, Advanced Course, Advanced courses, Sahaj Samadhi Meditation, and specialized Yoga modules.
“Purity in the Heart, Clarity in the Mind, and Sincerity in Action.”
Driven by these core values, Vasanti S Iyer brings an invaluable combination of corporate strategy, grassroots execution, and authentic yogic wisdom to further the global mission of the Indian Yoga Association.