Presenters

Lead RISE Facilitator Sam Chase

Kripalu's Vice President of Programming and Business Strategy Robert Mulhall

Robert Mulhall brings two decades of experience in diverse industries, including public health, leadership development and education, finance, organizational consulting, and executive coaching. He is passionate about service and deeply curious about how people can facilitate sustainable transformation to enable more peace, justice, and freedom in our world. Robert’s career has enabled him to cross the private and public sectors multiple times as a manager with PricewaterhouseCoopers; cofounder and CEO of an award-winning social enterprise; a director of programs for Concern Worldwide Innovation’s Unit in India, Africa, and New York (in partnership with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and UNICEF); and as a coach and consultant with The Crossland Group for businesses and organizations in fields such as human rights, banking, media, IT, well-being, and others. Originally from Ireland, Robert holds a bachelor’s degree in commerce, accounting, and business management from the University College of Dublin. He is also a certified public accountant in Ireland, and certified in mediation, executive and life coaching, the Enneagram, and Reiki. He is currently studying with Tara Brach and Jack Kornfield to be a mindfulness meditation teacher. Robert is an explorer. He enjoys having adventures in new countries and learning about different cultures; being outdoors; volunteering; practicing meditation, yoga, and studying ancient wisdom; spending time with his wife and son; and watching Ireland win in rugby (hopefully!).

Functionalism Guru Jessica Lamont

Jessica comes to Kripalu on a mission to change the world, one Om at a time. A Jack-of-all-trades, master-of-none, she provides unique insight and perspective that will challenge you in ways you hadn't thought possible. She is also a certified champion for devil's advocacy, and has spent years fighting to have all possibilities considered.