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Darshana Ubl, is British Entrepreneur, Keynote Speaker and Media Personality.
Darshana is known for being the co-founder of Verve Rally (an award winning supercar rally), a co-founder of CEO of Mayfairsilk (luxury bed linen company), being a Tedx Speaker , a Guinness World Record holder and an ambassador for Small Business on BBC News and other media channels..
Her formal education includes a Master's Degree in Economics and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Advertising and Public Relations.
She calls herself a global citizen and is known not just for her work acumen, being able to adapt to diverse cultures, build communities but also her drive towards women empowerment and leading by example.
Early years:
Darshana was born in Breach Candy Hospital, Mumbai, to an industrialist family. She spent her formative years in a few Western cities of India and then later in Singapore before moving to London in 2011.
In her early years, her father had a deep impact on how she viewed the world and developed her skills in business early.
Her father, Dr. Prashant S. Shah retired early at the age of 33 and became an investor and a an author. He is an accomplished author and practitioner in the fields of natural healing and mysticism. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and pursued further studies at the University of California, obtaining both a Master of Science and a PhC.
He also trained in homeopathy with the Post Graduate Homoeopathic Association in Bombay and practices Pranic Healing. Amazon UK A man trained in science, with a spiritual gift, Dr. Shah used his analytical skills to author several books.including:
• "Healing Without Drugs: A Simple Solution to Your Health Problems" Amazon
• "The Biochemic Prescriber: A Handy Guide for Prescribing Dr. Schussler's Biochemic Tissue Salts to Family and Friends" Amazon
• "The Art of Awakening the Soul: Practical Yoga-Mysticism" Amazon
• "The Ways of the Sage" Amazon
• "The Crisis of Modern Humanity" Amazon
• "How to Restore Your Health Naturally" Amazon
These works reflect his dedication to promoting health and spiritual well-being through natural and holistic approaches.
Career
Darshana Ubl, British Entrepreneur, at start-line of Verve Rally
Verve Rally (2016–Present)
• Role: Co-founder and Director
• Achievements:
o Co-creator of a supercar club and launched Europe’s first carbon-neutral supercar rally.
o Partnered with the Plant a Tree Today Foundation to offset the rally's carbon footprint, planting over 190 trees to date.
o Have organised more than 16 luxury driving experiences across UK, Europe and the Middle East since inception with new routes each year.
UK routes were through Snowdonia, the Middle East one across the UAE where as the European routes have been across Croatia & Montenegro, France, Italy (Tuscany, Dolomites, Venice), Belgium, Spain, Switzerland and Monaco.
The first route in the Middle East was in 2023 that started in Dubai and travelled across the UAE.
o Award: Best for Luxury Adventure Travel Experiences by LUXlife Global Hospitality Awards 2019.
o Featured in numerous media and luxury publications, including: LUX Digital, Luxury Launches, The Luxurious Magazine , etc.
Business Advisor, Speaker, and Media Spokesperson (2013–Present) • Key Contributions: o Worked with thousands of businesses on growth, strategy, and marketing.
o Regularly featured on BBC News, Sky News, and ITV as a business and economic commentator
o Notable appearances: BBC News interview on the Autumn Statement Sky News commentary on the UK economy
Mayfairsilk (2020–Present)
• Role: Co-founder and CEO, Head of Brand Partnerships
• Business Focus: o Luxury silk bedding products known for sustainability and quality.
Darshana cofounded and launched the business during the pandemic in 2020 in the quest of making sleep more luxurious.
o Products are Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 Certified, ensuring they are free from harmful chemicals.
o Offers a higher momme count with a matte finish, distinguishing the Mayfairsilk brand from competitors.
o Expanded internationally from with distributors in the US, Canada, and the Middle East (UAE, Qatar)
Awards:
o Silk Bedding Company of the Year – SME News UK Enterprise Awards 2023
o Bedding Brand of the Year – Corporate LiveWire Innovation & Excellence Awards 2022
o Most Outstanding Silk Bedding Company – LUXlife Global Excellence Awards 2021
o Most Outstanding Bedding Store – Business Elite Awards 2022
• Philanthropic Initiative: o Partnered with the Eden Reforestation Initiative to plant trees as part of the company’s sustainability mission.
Entrevo (2013–2015)
• Role: CEO
• Achievements: o Grew the company’s prospect database by 250% through acquisition strategies. o Organized a Guinness World Record for the largest business speed networking event with over 600 participants of which 487 participants qualified for the world record under her leadership.
o Raised the profile and positioned the company in mainstream media and UK government circles.
Darshana Ubl hosting Make A Wish Foundation UK Gala Ball by Verve Rally
Philanthropy
• Actively supports charities including: o Make a Wish Foundation o Plant a Tree Today Foundation , The Eden Reforestations Project.
Organized annual charity balls through Verve Rally in 2017, 2018, and 2019 to raise awareness and monies for the Make a Wish Foundation UK
Personal Life
• Spouse: Marcus Ubl • Nationality: British • Children: 1