Dorsey Standish, Mastermind CEO is a mechanical engineer, neuroscientist, and wellness expert who brings evidence-based mindfulness and emotional intelligence to clients worldwide.
Her personal mission is to help Type A people like herself slow down, destress, and optimize their performance through mindfulness-based brain health training.
Dorsey’s keynotes inspire audiences through a mix of groundbreaking neuroscience research, relatable storytelling and practical mindfulness tips for high performers who think they are “too busy” to meditate.
‟Dorsey, the time with you was the best part of the day! Grateful for your keynote and proud to have our staff benefit from the practice and your leadership… a huge return on a healthier and happier staff.”
Jill Magnuson
Director of External Affairs
Nasher Sculpture Center
"...one of the best events I’ve attended – just what I needed to feel recharged."
"...the neuroscience really clicked with me and it felt like I had been let in on a secret!"
"...so relatable, real, and easy to comprehend... I would have stayed another hour!"
‟Dorsey’s relatable approach and actionable steps for building mental strength gave our firm an immediate reset and long-term strategies for resilience. 100% of attendees found her keynote valuable, leaving with practical techniques to navigate daily challenges. Highly recommend!”
Abby Read
Director of Wellbeing
Haynes Boone
Dorsey's Speaker & Media Bio
An in-demand mindfulness speaker known for her relatability and neuroscience-based wellness approach, Dorsey Standish wows audiences worldwide with mindfulness and emotional intelligence keynotes. A mechanical engineer, neuroscientist, and wellness expert, Dorsey has spoken to audiences including Staples, Toyota, Meta, Pier One, and American Airlines. Dorsey holds a master’s degree in Cognitive Neuroscience from the University of Texas at Dallas and a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Pennsylvania. Dorsey’s teachings draw on her training as a teacher of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction through Brown University and deep experience on regular 7-day silent meditation retreats. While Dorsey has studied with meditation masters, she believes that her best mindfulness teachers are her beautiful wife and two young sons. To learn more about Dorsey’s neuroscience-based approach to meditation, visit www.mastermindmeditate.com
Recent Speaking Topics
✓ Master Your Mind: Mindfulness for Brain Health
✓ Mindful Digital Detox
✓ Stress Management Through Mindfulness
✓ DEI: Dismantling Bias Through Mindfulness & Compassion
✓ Mindful Memory & Focus
✓ Building Emotional Intelligence
‟Dorsey’s keynote made mindfulness accessible even for high-achieving professionals with her calming presence and practical approach. I heard countless positive comments from the audience, many of whom plan to incorporate mindful moments into their daily routines. I highly recommend this session for any organization looking to enhance their mental well-being!”
Angela Dodd
CEO & Founder
Females In Food
Work with Mastermind CEO & Keynote Speaker Dorsey Standish for Your Next Event
‟Dorsey’s training series had an immediate, positive impact on our team, providing valuable tools to improve communication and navigate challenges. I highly recommend this training to foster emotional intelligence and create a more supportive and effective work environment.”
Spencer Allin
Senior Project Manager
HITT Contracting
Dorsey Delivers Results
Booking Dorsey Standish provides your audience with a memorable and transformative experience that empowers them to improve their mental and physical well-being, which ultimately leads to better performance and a more positive professional and personal outlook.
Dorsey’s sessions are designed to help individuals reduce stress, enhance emotional intelligence, and optimize performance through evidence-based practices. She tailors all sessions to meet the specific needs and goals of her audience. Whether she's presenting a corporate workshop, keynote address, or team-building session, she ensures that her content is relevant and impactful.
Dorsey uses storytelling, practical exercises, and relatable examples to keep audiences engaged and invested. With the expertise gained through her advanced degrees and certifications, she brings a high level of credibility to her presentations, which contain insights rooted in science so they are reliable and trustworthy. Her ability to inspire and educate has made her a sought-after speaker across a variety of industries where she consistently receives outstanding feedback from participants and organizations.