Prof. Dr. Parin Somani is not just a name- she is a movement, a vision realised through resilience, compassion, and extraordinary purpose. As a globally celebrated academic scholar, international motivational speaker, author, humanitarian, philanthropist, and the Director of the London Organisation of Skills Development (LOSD), Prof. Dr. Somani exemplifies the transformative power of purpose-driven leadership.
Born with an innate drive to serve humanity, her childhood aspiration was to follow in the footsteps of Mother Teresa. From those early dreams emerged a woman whose impact spans over 127 countries, changing countless lives through her powerful message: “By working together, we can create positive global change.”
Early Life and Vision
From a young age, Parin Somani demonstrated an unquenchable thirst for knowledge and expression. As a teenager, she became a journalist and TV presenter, and by the age of 20, she had authored 11 books- eventually writing 23 books. Some of her best sellers to date include: Manifest Inner Beauty Part I and Part II, Alchemy of Reflections: 540 Inspiring and Powerful Quotes From a 54- Year Journey. In addition, she has featured as one of the Global Thought Leaders of the Year 2025.
She was also an athlete, excelling as one of the fastest cyclists of her time. These early accomplishments foreshadowed the multifaceted legacy she would go on to create.
After marrying, she relocated to the United Kingdom, where she balanced community work, education, and career responsibilities while raising a family. She served for 24 years in the banking and financial sector before embracing her true calling: academia and humanitarian service.
A Life Reimagined Through Adversity
Prof. Dr. Somani’s life was irrevocably altered when she faced a series of severe health challenges. She temporarily lost her vision, battled two life-threatening rounds of aggressive cancer, and survived a stroke. These experiences could have ended her journey- but instead, they ignited her transformation.
These health challenges became her turning point. She emerged stronger, with greater clarity and an even deeper commitment to humanitarian service.
Her resilience became a beacon for others facing adversity, and she used her story as a platform to inspire global societies.
A Global Educator and Influencer
Prof. Dr. Parin Somani has earned two academic and six honorary doctorate degrees and has been recognised in numerous record books, including being recognised in the Guinness World Records and was one of the Lead Editor of ‘The Thickest Book in the World unpublished ’. Recognised 5 times in World Book of Records, twice in India Book of Records, Asia Book of Records, twice in Karnataka Book of Records, Golden World Book of Records and Scholars Book of World Records. Prof. Dr. Parin Somani has travelled more than 127 countries around the world to help society at large in the field of education, women empowerment and youth development.
Her academic and humanitarian pursuits have led her to deliver keynote addresses at world-renowned institutions such as Harvard University, the University of Oxford, and Cambridge University. She is the Chief Editor of the Global Research Journal and has guided many young scholars and researchers around the world. Her dedication to research and knowledge-sharing continues to uplift educators, students, and professionals from diverse disciplines.
Leading with LOSD: Empowering Global Societies
As CEO and Director of the London Organisation of Skills Development (LOSD) www.losd.co.uk, Prof. Dr. Somani has turned her vision into reality. Under her leadership, LOSD has launched 13 transformative initiatives to address the ever-evolving needs of global societies:
- Global Research Conferences (GRC) – A platform for international scholars to present research and foster collaboration.
- Global Research Journal (GRJ) – Facilitating peer-reviewed research and academic publication.
- LOSD Publishing House – Empowering aspiring authors to share knowledge.
- SkillFlex – An online course platform offering skill-based education.
- SkillCast – A podcast series featuring global change-makers.
- LOSD Skills Live – Showcasing speakers sharing motivational and educational insights.
- LOSD Excellence Awards – Celebrating individuals who drive social impact.
- Skill-Up Business & Wellbeing Retreat – Holistic development for personal and professional growth.
- SKILLS.AI Chatbot – An innovation offering real-time educational and skill support.
- LOSD Production House – Creating educational and motivational media content.
- Skills Connect Networking – Connecting professionals to foster collaboration.
- Speaking Engagement Portal – Expanding global speaking opportunities.
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