Dr Reena Kotecha

Dr. Reena Kotecha is an accomplished leader in the field of well-being, currently serving as the Program Leader for Harvard Medical School’s innovative Executive Education Wellbeing Course titled “Building a Life of Wellness: The Science of Fostering Happiness and Health Span.” With a deep academic background, Dr. Kotecha earned her medical degree and conducted research in Neuroscience and Mental Health at Imperial College London. She later began her career in the National Health Service (NHS), working as a hospital doctor, before transitioning to a focus on workplace well-being.A pioneer in her field, Dr. Kotecha is certified in Mindfulness Meditation from the British Mindfulness Institute and is a trained teacher of the renowned Search Inside Yourself program, an emotional intelligence and mindfulness course developed at Google. In 2016, she founded Mindful Medics, a groundbreaking, evidence-based program dedicated to enhancing the mental and emotional well-being of healthcare professionals worldwide.Beyond healthcare, Dr. Kotecha serves as a sought-after wellbeing consultant for organizations across sectors. From small businesses to global corporations, she uses her expertise in neuroscience, lifestyle medicine, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and positive psychology to drive productivity, performance, and engagement by nurturing healthier, more resilient workforces.A respected public speaker, Dr. Kotecha regularly delivers keynotes and leads panels at international conferences. In recognition of her expertise, she was appointed to the International Advisory Board of Headspace Health in 2021, one of the world’s leading meditation apps. Additionally, in 2018, she was invited to serve as a professional stakeholder for mindfulness research at University of Cambridge. Dr. Kotecha is shaping the future of workplace well-being with her vision and impact. Keynote Description: "Invest in your Relationships. It’s the asset class which offers highest returns". Dr. Reena Kotecha is the Program Leader for Harvard Executive Education’s cutting-edge wellbeing program, which draws on the profound insights from the world’s longest-running study of adult development—the Harvard Study of Adult Development. This groundbreaking research, conducted over 85 years, reveals a striking truth: social connections are the key to greater happiness, better health, and a longer life. In contrast, loneliness significantly harms our heart, brain, and immune system, while increasing our vulnerability to mental illness.But the impact of social connection doesn’t stop there. High-quality relationships in the workplace are proven to boost engagement, spark creativity, drive innovation, and enhance productivity. With such compelling evidence, it’s clear: fostering strong, supportive connections is no longer optional—it's essential.In this keynote, Dr. Kotecha blends the latest scientific findings with practical, actionable strategies to help individuals and organizations strengthen their interpersonal connections - ultimately boosting personal wellbeing and creating environments where professionals thrive.