Samira Chandra Gupta is India's Leading Executive Presence Coach & Trainer, Life Coach, Leadership Communication Coach, Image Consultant, Senior Corporate Facilitator and the founder of Auraa Image Management and Consulting (AIM&C). With over two decades of corporate leadership experience, she leverages her expertise to deliver transformative coaching and training services. Samira's approach is characterized by her dynamic methodology and proven track record of enhancing team productivity, motivation, and performance across various industries.

Educational Background : Samira is an alumna of the Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode, where she completed her Executive Post Graduate Program (EPGP - Class of 2013) in Business Administration. She also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Science.

Certifications:

• Trainer & Coach Credentials:
  • Professional Certified Coach (PCC-ICF)
  • Marshall Goldsmith Stakeholder Centered Coach (MGSCC)
  • Executive Coach (MGSCC)
  • Soft Skills Trainer Program (ICBI)
  • Image Consulting (ICBI - Conselle Institute of Image Management, USA)
  • Global Leadership Assessment (GLA-360 - MGSCC)
  • Advanced-Level MBTI
  • HOGAN Assessor
  • Neuro Linguistic Programming (NFNLP-US)
  • Advanced-Level Hypnotherapy (CHI)
  • Rapid Transformation Therapy (Marissa Peer)
  • Life Coaching (Including Spiritual-Emotional Wellness)
  • Franklin Covey-7 Habits of Highly Effective People
  • Fire-Walking Instructor (Firewalking International, Ireland)

Professional Experience: Samira has extensive experience working with multinational and multicultural organizations at various levels, including C-suite executives. She has delivered training and consultancy services across a range of functions such as management, operations, sales, marketing, human resources, procurement, supply chain, production, and finance & accounting. Her client base spans industries including Big 4 and Big 3 Management Consulting Firms, IT/ITES, Automobile, Hospitality, Banking and Financial Services, Healthcare, Real Estate, Legal Firms, Airline, Media & Advertising, and even senior government officials and politicians.

Specializations : Samira specializes in Executive Presence & Leadership Communication, conducting training on Effective Communication, Business Dressing & Grooming, Soft Skills, Luxury Selling Skills, Personal Branding, Leadership Skills, Interpersonal Skills, and more. Her training engagements focus on enhancing overall productivity, presence, performance, and gravitas through interventions on personality, behavior, communication, and appearance.

Pankhuri Gupta is a certified Image Consultant, Etiquette Coach, Soft Skills Trainer, and Life Transformation Coach with over a decade of experience in personal and professional development. She specializes in helping individuals enhance their presence, communication, and confidence through a powerful combination of image management, behavior refinement, and mindset coaching.

Her expertise spans body language, non-verbal communication, business and social etiquette, dining and cross-cultural etiquette, appearance and wardrobe management, and personality development. Her coaching approach blends practical tools with transformative techniques, empowering clients to project authenticity, professionalism, and impact in every setting.

An alumna of the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), India, and LIM College, New York, Pankhuri brings together academic excellence and international exposure. Her diverse global experience across industries has enriched her understanding of personal styling, grooming, photography, and makeovers adding depth and creativity to her client interactions.

She works with a wide range of clients, from children to senior professionals, offering one-on-one coaching, group sessions, and corporate workshops that focus on holistic development both internal and external.

Certifications & Credentials

• Certified Image Consultant

• Certified Life Transformation Coach

• Certified Soft Skills Trainer

• Trained in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)

• Etiquette & Business Dining Specialist

Core Expertise

• Professional & Business Etiquette

• Body Language & Non-Verbal Communication

• Body Language & Non-Verbal Communication

• Dining & Cross-Cultural Etiquette

• Appearance & Wardrobe Management

• Personality Development & Confidence Building

Pankhuri's mission is to inspire individuals to become their most polished, confident, and empowered selves one transformation at a time.

Nayanika Chandra is a passionate Life and Professional Coach, Image Consultant and HR Professional. With a desire for helping individuals transform their lives, Nayanika leverages her extensive experience and education to guide clients towards personal and professional success

Educational Background

• Bachelor's in Political Science : SGTB Khalsa, Delhi University

• PGDM in HR & Administration : Tata Institute of Social Sciences (TISS), Mumbai

Certifications

• ICF Certified Coach: International Coach Federation (ICF)

• Transformation Coach: AIM&C Certified

Specializations

• Life and Professional Coaching : Guiding individuals to identify their strengths, overcome challenges, and achieve their personal and professional objectives.

Image Consulting : Assisting clients in refining their personal image and creating a lasting professional impression.

Soft Skills Training : Enhancing business dressing and grooming, communication and interpersonal skills to foster professional growth.

Passion and Approach : Nayanika is passionate about empowering people to transform their lives. Her approach is holistic, focusing on the development of both personal and professional aspects. Through tailored coaching sessions and interactive training programs, she helps clients build confidence, improve their self-awareness, and develop the skills necessary for sustained success.

Mission & Vision : Nayanika's mission is to make a meaningful difference in people's lives by providing expert coaching and training. She believes in the power of personal transformation and is committed to helping her clients achieve clarity, confidence, and success.