TEAM

Vedant Peris, Founder and CEO

Vedant’s parents immigrated from India, and he’s always loved exploring his heritage. He grew passionate about ancient Indian mindfulness practices honed to care for the mind (ex. meditation). He also studied the research now surrounding mindfulness, and discovered writing his master’s thesis that mindfulness had the power to increase self-esteem in classrooms of disadvantage.

Vedant taught sixth-grade ELA in a Title I school for five years, and his idea for combining virtual reality and mindfulness came about when he saw firsthand students struggling with symptoms of trauma, and heard from the community a need for radical change. He also was a part of Teach For America’s Social Innovation Cohort and Galaxy development program, as well as the UNLV Incubator.

Vedant graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with undergrad degrees in Journalism and Anthropology, and from the University of Nevada Las Vegas with a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction. Vedant grew up in Dallas, Texas and currently resides in San Diego. Outside of work, Vedant enjoys spending time with friends, kayaking, and listening to groovy records.

Sharon Smith

Sharon is a licensed child therapist and head of “Stillwater Counseling.” She had counseling experience with adolescents and adults in an outpatient, inpatient, in-home, and prison settings. Most recently she has worked with children, adolescents, and adults with severe and persistent mental illnesses and trauma related issues.

Sam Glass

Sam is a Business Development Manager and his expertise is in financial models, sales and fundraising for early stage companies. He also has experience in international business partnerships. Sam has also produced music for the aloeVR game program.