Vijay Kumar Mahajan

Vijay Kumar Mahajan is the founder of Actions and Not Words, bringing with him over two decades of experience in the industry. He is an experienced director with a proven track record of developing and managing high-performing teams. He has honed his skills in soft skills training, people management, and building a culture of teamwork throughout his career.

Vijay's experience includes serving as the Director at Aristotle Solutions (India) Pvt Ltd and Aristotle Financial Consultants Pvt Ltd, where he was responsible for managing high-performing teams, developing and implementing effective policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, and providing leadership and direction to a team of financial consultants.

Under Vijay's leadership, the staff was trained in soft skills such as communication, problem-solving, stress management, and conflict resolution, leading to improved staff performance and client satisfaction. He also built a culture of teamwork within the organization, resulting in increased collaboration and synergy.

Vijay's earlier experience as a self-employed businessman in India and Australia, where he ran a retail business selling scooter and motorcycle parts, as well as working various odd jobs, provided him with valuable lessons in discipline, focus, and determination. These lessons, combined with his education and vocational training, have made him a well-rounded and experienced leader in his field.

Rajiv Mahajan

Rajiv Mahajan, CPA, is a highly experienced professional in the fields of tax and accounting, and a valued member of the team at Shalini Gupta and Associates. With over 30 years of experience as a practicing CPA, Rajiv has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in the industry. In addition to his work as a CPA, Rajiv has also served as an international accounting and business coach for many of his clients.

Rajiv's extensive experience and dedication to helping young employees succeed in their careers has made him a valuable asset to the team at Actions Not Words. With his unique perspective and hands-on approach to training, Rajiv is able to provide young employees with the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed in the workplace.

At Actions Not Words, we are proud to have Rajiv on our team, and are confident in his ability to help young employees reach their full potential. With his expertise and the support of Shalini Gupta and Associates, our training and mentorship program is designed to provide young employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed in their careers.

Steve Kopelman

Steve Kopelman is a valuable member of the team at Actions Not Words, in partnership with Active Excursions. With years of experience in the fields of training and mentorship, Steve brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our program.

Steve is dedicated to helping young employees gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed in their careers. He has a passion for creating immersive and hands-on learning experiences that allow participants to not only learn about new concepts, but also put them into practice.

At Actions Not Words, we are proud to have Steve on our team, and are confident in his ability to help young employees reach their full potential. With his expertise and the support of Active Excursions, our training and mentorship program is designed to provide young employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed in their careers. Whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to take the next step, Steve and the team at Actions Not Words can help you achieve your goals.

Raveesh Dewan

Raveesh Dewan, founder and CEO of Joget, is a highly experienced professional in the fields of training and mentorship, and a valuable member of the team at Actions Not Words. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Raveesh brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our program, as well as a strong background in entrepreneurship and innovation.

As the founder and CEO of Joget, Raveesh has played a key role in shaping the company's vision and strategy, and has helped to build Joget into a leading provider of training and mentorship services. Under his leadership, Joget has developed a reputation for delivering high-quality, innovative programs that are designed to help young employees succeed in their careers.

Raveesh is dedicated to helping young employees gain the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed in their careers. He has a proven track record of creating engaging and impactful learning experiences that allow participants to not only learn about new concepts, but also put them into practice. Whether through hands-on training, online courses, or mentor-led workshops, Raveesh has a talent for making learning both fun and impactful.

At Actions Not Words, we are proud to have Raveesh on our team, and are confident in his ability to help young employees reach their full potential. With his vast experience as the founder and CEO of Joget, and his passion for training and mentorship, our program is designed to provide young employees with the tools and resources they need to succeed in their careers. Whether you're just starting out in your career or looking to take the next step, Raveesh and the team at Actions Not Words can help you achieve your goals.

Chinnababu Gudapati

Chinnababu Gudapati is a seasoned coach with a wealth of experience in delivering impactful speeches and training programs to diverse audiences on communication, leadership, and personal development topics. He has a passion for helping individuals and corporations achieve their goals, and has a reputation for his ability to conduct needs assessments and develop customized coaching plans that suit each client's unique requirements. With a background in both coaching and entrepreneurship, Chinnababu has the skills and expertise needed to help clients unlock their full potential.

In his coaching career, Chinnababu has built positive relationships with clients and industry experts, and has a strong track record of delivering effective training programs and workshops for a range of clients and industries. He is known for his excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and his ability to listen actively to clients' concerns and respond with empathy and insight.

As an entrepreneur, Chinnababu has founded and managed successful businesses in various industries, including Hyper Kidz and Maple Lawn Montessori. He has a proven track record in developing and implementing marketing strategies and branding initiatives to grow businesses and increase revenue, and has experience in building and managing support staff teams. With a keen eye for market opportunities, Chinnababu has a talent for conducting market research and analysis to identify areas for growth and diversification.

Chinnababu holds an MS degree, and is committed to continuous learning, staying up to date with the latest research and best practices in his field. With his optimistic and encouraging personality, he helps clients see the best in themselves and the possibilities for their future. With his personal experience in developing soft skills, communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills, Chinnababu has the ability to connect with clients on a personal level and offer practical advice and guidance.

Russell C. Teter III

CVB, MBA / Technology Management

Russell is a certified coach/facilitator/instructor and has coached over 16,000 business owners/executives during a 30-year career across nearly every major industry sector, specializing with government contractors. He provides training for the University of Maryland's CEO Accelerator by Small Business Development Center and is an instructor with Sandler Selling System. Russell transforms firms by developing organizations that result in faster growth, greater profits, and higher value.

His years of knowledge, skills, and passion are the cornerstone of his coaching programs. Russell creates and conducts executive training/consulting for CEOs of independently-owned businesses, their teams, franchisees, non-profits, and government agencies. He is a certified instructor of the award-winning training company, Sandlar, the leading global sales training and leadership development company. Russell is also a Certified ValueBuilder coach, FranklinCovey Leadership trainer, Kaufman Foundation TechVenture facilitator, and partners with Dale Carnegie Training.

He has acquired hundreds of millions of dollars in equity/debt financing for his clients; coordinated/facilitated thousands of training programs; obtained/managed multi-year government contracts; assisted in developing leadership materials for Fortune 500 executives; performed tax/bookkeeping/auditing services for profit & non-profits; managed non-profits; and, handled legislative/constituent issues for a Member of Congress. Russell also served as an AmeriCorps member (First Class, First Campus), where he focused on at-risk youth, flood victims, environmental issues, and disabled veterans.

Russell is a published author and has received numerous awards and recognitions.

Russell helps business owners chart their growth plan by implementing SMART goals and basic fundamentals for growing a business of any size. In the eight years I've been working with Russell, my business has grown ten times larger and has made the INC5000 list. - Michelle Wyatt, Founding Partner, Cadmium

POWERFUL AND INSPIRING! The FranklinCovey principals presented by Russell have been key to improving our restaurant's bottom line. - Kamal & Nizam Ali, Owners of Ben's Chili Bowl / Ben's Next Door

Educational and Entertaining...Russell is one of the most prepared lecturers I have ever shared the stage with...his knowledge of the topic is second to none...and his presentation style keeps the audience engaged! John Herman, Speaker, Author and Serial Entrepreneur (436 Business Started, Bought, Sold)

Russell-Thanks for ALL of you guidance, wit and (Dale) Carnegie approach. Rob Weinhold, owner, Fallston Group and author "the Art of Crisis Leadership"

Russell-Thanks for ALL of you guidance, wit and (Dale) Carnegie approach. Rob Weinhold, owner, Fallston Group and author "the Art of Crisis Leadership"

Javier & Maria Solis, Co-Owners, Toro Taxes , "New York City 2014 Small Business Person of the Year"

For one of the great influences in my life, Russell I thank you. - Jamal Drammeh, author "Life: Balance & Abundance"

Shalini Gupta

CPA

RShalini Gupta, CPA, is a certified public accountant in the US and a chartered accountant in India. She earned her master’s degree in accounting from the University of Delhi in 1988. Before starting her firm, Shalini was the taxation manager for A.F. Ferguson & company, the India-based partner to KPMG Peat Marwick. She has significant experience and training with international and US financial practices, cost and budget analysis, and tax issues. Shalini has more than 30 years of experience in public accounting, servicing small to mid-sized businesses.

Shalini is also associated with several non-profit organizations in different roles and capacities with the common goal of giving back to the community.