Shalini Sardana

Shalini Sardana is a leadership trainer and designer based in San Mateo, California. She holds an undergraduate degree in psychology alongside two master's degrees in fashion design and interaction design, having completed her education and professional work across both India and the United States. Throughout her career, Sardana has collaborated with prominent institutions including Stanford University's Mechanical Engineering Design Group, the Clayman Institute for Gender Studies, and Take the Lead Women. She specializes in applying design thinking methodologies to social innovation, diversity, and inclusion initiatives. Her professional coaching programs specifically target early-career professionals, mid-career executives, and mothers re-entering the workforce to help them navigate complex career transitions and overcome systemic professional barriers. Sardana currently focuses on leveraging her multidisciplinary background in psychology and design to advance women's leadership development and facilitate cross-cultural professional growth.