A DYNAMIC WOMAN IMAGE CONSULTANT SHAPING BRAND REPUTATIONS
Long gone are the days when image management, reputation building, and skill training were dominated by some handful of individuals. Now, we are witnessing the emergence of ‘Nari Shakti’ in the field as a force rewriting the rules. These women leaders are not just shaping narratives but breaking barriers to transform industries with a sheer mix of intellect. Driven by intuition and motivated by innovation, we are appreciative of such leading ladies setting new industry benchmarks.
This story is dedicated to a dynamic leader whose corporate grooming strategies have a perfect blend of empathy and disruptive perspective. In the industry, Veena Manavalli stands at the forefront owing to her 15+ years of experience and outstanding communication skills. So far, she has become popular for offering unique life skill training to corporate professionals.
Veena began her entrepreneurial voyage by establishing Image Station a year ago. Her venture has garnered global attention for turning reputational challenges into success stories. Whether it’s coaching professionals to ace their executive presence, curating a digital footprint that commands respect, or designing skill development programs that empower individuals, Veena has shown us the way to lead with authenticity, impact, and sheer brilliance.
No doubt, she has become a wellregarded name in the world of image consulting and reputation building. Under the wings of Image Station, Reputation Spiral has earned a unique position in the fraternity . Our team was curious to explore the venture’s overall journey for which we sat down for a virtual meet with the ‘wompreneur’. Based on our exclusive conversation with Veena, we have prepared this narrative that focuses on how her venture’s brilliance is raising the bars in the industry.
A glance at her corporate journey
Veena Manavalli hails from a conservative Brahmin family. Born and brought up in an environment with many restrictions during childhood ignited a desire in her heart to not just be a woman who is a homemaker but a ‘main character’ in her own life. Gradually, her distinct perspective toward life made her a problem solver in her community, family, and friends. People started recognizing her as a visionary who is capable of doing wonders as a leader in the business world.
Veena’s specialty has always been image counseling, corporate life skills training, one-on-one counseling, effective image makeovers, improving communication skills, fostering personal growth, increasing motivation, and attaining desired results in all facets of life. Veena’s extensive background in financial services, corporate training, people management, brand development, and reputation management is all highlighted in her remarkable CV.
She graduated with a BSc from Seshadripuram First Grade College, demonstrating her outstanding academic credentials. Today, she is a Certified Image Consultant from the ICBI curriculum partner Conselle Institute of Image Management, a Scottish Qualifications Authority-certified life skills trainer, and a NABET-certified TTT from the Image Consultant Business Institute (ICBI), Personal Branding and Executive Presence Coach, and Certified POSH trainer.
Traits defining her entrepreneurship
Veena’s personality reflects a sincere and honest person who looks forward to helping others. People around her can sense this positive aura, which is why she has advanced to this high level. She can establish a good rapport with people, which helps her articulate in a better manner. She will find it easier to help people in an honest way as a result—not only to try to market her services or earn money but also to truly see that person change. Everyone has skill, after all; we only need to believe that it will require a few adjustments and alterations.
Standing out in the market With over 15 years of expertise in the banking, finance, and insurance (BFSI) sector, Veena Manavalli stands as a distinguished leader in her field. Her journey is marked not just by corporate success but by her remarkable influence as a mentor and trainer, having empowered more than 65,000 individuals with industry knowledge and skills. Her deep understanding of the BFSI landscape, combined with a passion for transformation, sets her apart as a true gamechanger in the space.
Out of 2,700 workshops, Image Station has successfully completed over 2,500, while Reputation Spiral has accomplished more than 759. It effectively conveys Veena’s knowledge and life experiences. We are well aware of the fact that from the managerial level to the C-suite executives, everyone who wants to become a leader faces several obstacles in interacting with their teams and presenting themselves—be it a woman sitting at the decision-making table or an employee in any corporation.
“With my branding services and reputation-building services, my client is easily able to overcome the challenges of being heard in their field. They could become more transparent and genuine. And they are able to share and align people with their vision, too, for that matter,” stated Veena Manavalli.
Veena has faced her fair share of challenges, such as establishing connections with clients and earning recognition as a woman in leadership. Her own challenges help her to recognize the pain points in their issues and provide better solutions. She has to strive hard to get accepted by her audience. “Be in the media space, or be in the manufacturing space; be in the teaching space; people do not see any growth when they find women in leadership.
Here, we must put that extra effort to change this perception,” Veena emphasized changing this scenario, “There is always a question when it comes to female leadership. The magnificent woman answers this question through her years of expertise and in-depth industry knowledge with an open and transparent approach. They provide personalized consulting and experiential learning strategies, particularly for the workshops. Because everyone has unique needs, no program or solution will be the same as that of another individual.”
In sync with tech advances
Veena explained that the industry has seen significant changes owing to the recent technical developments. Reputation Spiral just released an application that puts all of its services at the fingertips of its clients, leveraging the power of technology. Additionally, it facilitates recommendations, which expand the company’s reach to a global audience. Reputation Spiral has had outstanding success with those who were having difficulty connecting with others and developing their own brand identity.
In just two to one-half years, the company has gained 32 clients, held nearly 729 workshops, and received individual consultations owing to their constant dedication and hard work.
Painting the future canvas
Veena is passionate about image consulting and life skills training and wants to focus on cities with a large need for reputation management services in the future. The wellversed staff at Reputation Spiral is prepared to support the forward-thinking leader seeking direction in various regions of India.
“My approach has always been to keep things simple. Be open and sincere in your approach to support others. That’s the course of our actions. Any person who wants to establish a name for himself in the marketplace for any kind of goods or service must possess value.
Besides, they should be able to perform basic tasks correctly by knowing the fundamentals, rather than becoming overwhelmed by an excessive number of options or systems. That’s the takeaway I want to share with everyone I meet,” shared Veena before ending the conversation.
