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About us

Established in 2008 in Mauritius, Mind Initiatives helps companies carry out their strategies through virtual and in-person content.

With a large pool of local and internationally recognised instructors, speakers and trainers, we tailor events, programmes and workshops across many fields. We have built a reputation for relevant, high-standard content that tackles the real challenges companies face.

We are a Mauritius Qualifications Authority (MQA) registered training institute. Our programmes are MQA-approved, and participants can claim HRDC refunds.

2008Founded in Mauritius
MQARegistered training institute
2015Brand Magic Summit launched

Mission, vision & values

Our mission

Bringing like-minded individuals together on a common platform for knowledge sharing, insights, values and trends.

Our vision

To be a global company offering hassle-free, innovative and quality customer experiences that are consistently magical.

Our values

Ingenuity: there is always a case for tried and tested, but we think there is something to be said for taking a different approach.
Simplicity: it is better to cut out the jargon and get to the good stuff. Knowledge should be accessible to all.
Value-centricity: we believe in mutually beneficial initiatives.
Accountability: quality means everything to us, which is why it is reflected in the content we provide.
Continuous learning: learning is a never-ending process, so we always bring insights on the latest trends and topics.

What we do

Conference and event management

We organise, host and manage conferences, summits and trainings of every size, in person and online.
Corporate trainings

Our training programmes are built on three Rs: real issues, relevant industry knowledge and result-oriented delivery.
Global and local network

A large pool of suppliers, resource people, trainers and speakers, in Mauritius and abroad.
Affiliates and partners

Affiliated with the International Advertising Association and Toastmasters International, with close ties to many international organisations.
Editing and publishing

Extensive experience editing and publishing books.
Panel moderation

Experienced moderators for panel discussions at international conferences.

Our activities

Trainings / Workshops
Webinars
Brand Magic
Top Brands Mauritius Awards
Publications
Laughter Therapy

Meet the team

Ravin

Ravin Lama, Founder

25 years of experience in advertising, marketing, branding, PR and the media, known for his magical touch in finding solutions for clients.

He has served on the boards of the Mauritius Qualifications Authority and the Mauritius Institute of Directors, and on the Business and Management Faculty Board at Université des Mascareignes since 2014. He helped set up AMCHAM Mauritius and is its current President, serving a second term. He is also VP, Impact & Southern Africa Development at the International Advertising Association, again in a second term.

A veteran Toastmaster, he was inducted into the Toastmasters International Hall of Fame in August 2021, the first from Africa. He is the Cannes Lions representative for Mauritius and Nepal, has been associated with AFAA since 2003, and is a certified Laughter Therapy trainer.

Bhawana

Brand Strategist and Project Manager

Expert in project report writing, proposal writing, communication strategies and productions, including publications and TVCs.

She has organised seminars, workshops and training programmes at local and regional level, and worked with ad agencies, production houses, media houses, writers and trainers. Her assignments in Nepal include Family Health International, UNICEF (country and South Asia regional offices) and CEDPA.

Bhawana holds a Master’s degree in Development Studies from Erasmus University Rotterdam and a Master’s degree in Political Science from Bowling Green State University.

Partners & affiliates

We partner with many affiliates to bring you programmes, tools and content for you and your brand.

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The Brand Magic Summit, launched in 2015, drew a spectacular response and is now an annual event with top speakers from around the world.

Our trainings count among the best ongoing education in these fields. All programmes are MQA-approved and eligible for HRDC refunds, making them ideal for continuing professional development.

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