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CONFIDENCE ACADEMY
A Women's Leadership Academy, Agency, Foundation Bridging The Gap Between Competence & Confidence.

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The Agency assists in authenticating & amplifying women's voices globally by leveraging a diverse, a la carte menu of services, customized to meet the needs of each client.



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A cross section of personalities that our founder
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A cross section of brands that our founder has worked with throughout her professional career both here and at her other brands.

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Hi, it’s RAJ GIRN (@rajgirn) popping in to share this week’s #ToccaWomenToAdmireCircle 🤩

At @anokhilifestyle (my cultural multimedia & events brand), I’ve been blessed to have had many continued opportunities to showcase and spotlight the many milestone successes of women of colour and diverse backgrounds 🙏🏽 

I’ve also gotten the support of the community to help me honour them over the past two decades, through The ANOKHI LIST & THE ANOKHI AWARDS (an annual endeavour until we hit our 20th anniversary, after which we are counting 5 year milestones for the list and awards [the next one being in 2027 when we celebrate our silver anniversary with 25 years]) 🥳

During that time, I have had the distinct pleasure of honouring @monikadeol & @farahnasserglobal, 2 stalwarts who have been the recipients of both (Farah in 2009 and Monika in 2017 & 2019) 🌟🌟

Our paths have crossed on several occasions as we share aligned values in our support of marginalized & disenfranchised women, as well as Monika & Farah  being beacons for what’s possible in mainstream media if we allow ourselves to align our competencies with our confidence 💪🏼💪🏾💪🏿

Monika is the OG who did it before any South Asian in North America thought it was possible, changing the view of pop cultural media forever 👸🏽 and Farah, inspired by Monika’s pioneering career arc (as I was), has followed suit to carve out her own path in news media across Canada 👸🏽

Both have inspired entire generations to do the same as the flood gates have since opened in full swing ✊🏽✊🏾, which is why I’m honoured to feature them both in this week’s #ToccaWomenToAdmireCircle 🙌🏼

Photo taken in 2019 during The ANOKHI POWER Summit in honour of ANOKHI’s 15 year anniversary, when Farah interviewed Monika live on stage to a 200+ audience 🎉

Share in the comments below, a woman who is in your “women to admire circle” and tell us why so we can follow her too 👇🏼

#MonikaDeol #FarahNasser #media #mediapersonality #empowerment #femaleempowerment #women #rajgirn #woman #womeninleadership #girlboss #womensupportwomen #womenontop #womenledcompanies #womenonamission
🌟 WELCOME TO OUR NOVEMBER COVER REVEAL FOR ‘TODAY’S CONFIDENT WOMAN’ MAGAZINE 🥳

This month, we spotlight the remarkable KIRAN MANN (@kiranmann___ ), CEO of Brar’s (@brarsfoodculture ), a visionary leader and creator of The Harmonic System, a transformative framework bridging the gap between business success and human fulfilment 🌍✨

Through her pioneering approach to Harmonic Leadership, Kiran is redefining what it means to lead with clarity, compassion, and purpose, proving that empathy and excellence can coexist beautifully in the modern business world 💫

As CEO of one of Canada’s leading South Asian food companies, Kiran has seamlessly woven strategic vision with a deeply human-centred philosophy. Under her guidance, Brar’s continues to flourish, grounded in innovation, authenticity, and operational excellence.

Beyond the boardroom, Kiran is the Founder of M2M Business Solutions, where she leads purpose-driven initiatives such as The Happy Organization (THO), The J.O.Y. (Just Overcome Yourself) Movement (@justovercomeyourself ), and LeadHer, empowering leaders and teams to align culture with strategy and unlock their fullest potential 🌱

Kiran’s philosophy centres on three guiding pillars — Knowingness, Love, and Presence — practical tools that help leaders balance performance and purpose. For her, love isn’t just a feeling but a strategy rooted in self-awareness, courage, and compassion. 

👉 Read her full story at LINK IN BIO or here: https://www.theopenchestconfidenceacademy.com/todays-confident-woman-magazine/cover-story/brars-ceo-kiran-mann-ushers-in-a-new-era-of-harmonic-leadership/

We would love your support to read, share, and comment, as it helps us reach more women who deserve to know that their voice, their balance, and their brilliance matter. Let’s amplify this message and keep the momentum going 🙌🏽✨🎯

#KiranMann #KiranMannLeadership #HarmonicLeadership #TheHarmonicSystem #WomenWhoLead #FemaleFounders #WomenInLeadership #WomenInBusiness #SouthAsianLeaders #EmpoweredWomen #InclusiveLeadership #BrarsFood #M2MBusinessSolutions #TheJOYMovement #LeadHer #TheHappyOrganization #LeadershipMatters
Hi, it’s RAJ GIRN (@rajgirn) popping in to share this week’s  #ToccaWomenToAdmireCircle 🤩

Celebrated media personality POOJA HANDA (@poojahandatv) and I crossed paths in the early 2000’s when I first started @anokhilifestyle in its quarterly print glossy form as ANOKHI Magazine. Pooja was at that time, exactly the personality you hear on Toronto’s popular morning show, ‘The Pooja & Gurdeep Show on @981chfi - in public as she is in private 🌟

She is bubbly and mindful, strong and vulnerable, supportive and funny - just what you’d want from a bestie 🥳

Pooja’s personality (unaffected by years of media success) is a testament to her leadership style that’s steeped in being unwaveringly authentic to who she is, which is why I’m honoured to feature her in this week’s  #ToccaWomenToAdmireCircle 🙌🏼

Photo taken @womenempowermentawards gala 2025

Share in the comments below, a woman who is in your “women to admire circle” and tell us why so we can follow her too 👇🏼

#PoojaHanda #media #mediapersonality #thepoojaandgurdeepshow #chfiradio #empowerment #femaleempowerment #women #rajgirn #woman #womeninleadership #girlboss #womensupportwomen #womenontop #womenledcompanies #womenonamission
🚨 YOUR VOICE DESERVES TO BE HEARD 🚨

We’re looking for women who walk the talk, the experts, leaders, and innovators shaping their industries and uplifting others along the way.

✨ Today’s Confident Woman Magazine is accepting thought leadership submissions for our upcoming issues!

💡 Here’s what you’ll gain as a contributor:

 ✔️ Your article will live on our website indefinitely

 ✔️ We’ll feature you on our social media channels

 ✔️ Your article will be included in our newsletter

It’s your time to be seen, celebrated, and heard 💬

 Ready to step into the spotlight? 🌟 [Link in bio] or visit:
 https://www.theopenchestconfidenceacademy.com/our-media/magazine/

#ThoughtLeadership #WomenInBusiness #IndustryExperts #WomenWhoLead #LeadershipDevelopment #PersonalBranding #ProfessionalGrowth #ConfidenceBuilding #BusinessWomen #WomenInLeadership #EmpoweredVoices #WomenSupportingWomen
✨ The Open Chest Confidence Academy wishes you a radiant Diwali! 

As diyas illuminate every corner, may you continue to shine from within, leading with confidence, clarity, and purpose. 🌟

#HappyDiwali #dīwali2025 #TheOpenChestConfidenceAcademy
🍁 Happy Thanksgiving From The Open Chest Confidence Academy 🧡

Today, we pause to express our gratitude — for growth, connection, and community. We’re thankful for every one of you who continues to learn, lead, and show up with courage and confidence.

May your day be filled with warmth, reflection, and moments that remind you how far you’ve come. Here’s to gratitude, growth, and giving thanks to our journey together 🌾✨

#HappyThanksgiving #Gratitude #ConfidenceInGrowth #TheOpenChestConfidenceAcademy
Hi, it’s RAJ GIRN (@rajgirn) popping in to share this week’s  #ToccaWomenToAdmireCircle honouree 🤩

SUZANNE ROGERS (@suzannerogerstoronto) is a woman I have long admired from afar for her longtime & consistent support of fashion, philanthropy, and everything women 🙌🏽

My history with @rogers started in the early 2000’s as an intern, which then elevated to corporate sponsorship for @anokhilifestyle’s annual awards shows from 2009-2014 ✊🏽

I’ve wondered over the years what it would be like to meet someone of her social standing, as one of Canada’s foremost & well known personalities 🌟

Would she be reserved as many in her position are and for good reason? Especially since you don’t know who you’re meeting in public gatherings and what their agenda is either (I should know, having hosted many celebrities at my events over the years and having to ensure security is strictly observed while they are on my watch, to ensure there’s no inappropriateness) 🙏🏽

What I’ve learned about Ms. Rogers each time our path has crossed is that she is a bonafide class act, serenely elegant and genuinely warm, as she acknowledges you by name, looks you intently in the eye when you speak to her, and listens with interest every single time 👸🏼

Her leadership style is providing opportunity for women of all backgrounds to escalate through grants, bursaries, and opportunities, which is why I’m honoured to feature her in this week’s  #ToccaWomenToAdmireCircle 🙌🏼

Share in the comments below, a woman who is in your “women to admire circle” and tell us why so we can follow her too 👇🏼

I’m pictured here with Ms. Rogers at the 4th @womenempowermentawards 2025, an organization she has supported each year since inception (as have I) 👏🏽

#SuzanneRogers #Rogers #empowerment #femaleempowerment #women #woman #womeninleadership #girlboss #womensupportwomen #womenontop #womenledcompanies #womenonamission
🌟 WELCOME TO OUR OCTOBER COVER REVEAL FOR ‘TODAY’S CONFIDENT WOMAN’ MAGAZINE 🥳

This month, we spotlight the incredible Elisa Miller-Out (@elisamillerout), Managing Partner at Chloe Capital (@chloe_capital), a venture capital firm and accelerator on a mission to close the gender and diversity gap in entrepreneurship 🌍✨

With 25+ years of experience, Elisa has:

 💡 Founded & led 7 companies
 💡 Invested in 65+ companies
 💡 Completed 12 M&A deals — including a $100M exit

Beyond investing, Elisa is a passionate mentor & ecosystem builder. She advises on NYSERDA’s $800M climate and workforce portfolio, mentors at Cornell University’s Center (@cornelluniversity) for Regional Economic Advancement & Launch NY, and instructs for the National Science Foundation Innovation Corps. She also lectures at Cornell & Columbia Universities 🎓

She serves on multiple boards (including Dimensional Energy, Impact Makers & Switch) and chairs the board at Singlebrook, the custom software firm she co-founded and scaled for over a decade.

Her insights have been featured in The New York Times (@nytimes), Washington Post (@washingtonpost), USA Today (@usatoday), Forbes (@forbes) and more, and she’s a sought-after speaker on technology & entrepreneurship nationwide 🎤

A proud Columbia University grad & mother of two, Elisa proves every day that leadership, innovation, and family can thrive together 💖

Read her full story at LINK IN BIO or here: https://www.theopenchestconfidenceacademy.com/todays-confident-woman-magazine/cover-story/serial-tech-entrepreneur-chloe-capital-managing-director-elisa-miller-out-7-startups-65-investments-12-mas-1-100m-exit/ 

We would love your support to read, share, and comment, as it helps us reach more women who deserve to know that their dreams, their voice, and their investments matter. Let’s amplify this message and keep the momentum going 🙌🏽✨🎯

#ElisaMillerOut #ElisaMillerOutLeadership #ElisaMillerOutInspires #ChloeCapital #WomenInVC #WomenInTech #WomenWhoLead #FemaleFounders #WomenEntrepreneurs #WomenInvestors #InclusiveInnovation #LeadershipMatters

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