Jesse Israel

Jesse Israel, founder of "The Big Quiet," has initiated a mass meditation movement that has gained significant attention. Israel emphasizes the importance of establishing healthier relationships with digital devices and boosting productivity, providing methods to soothe the nervous system and enhance performance.

In 2019, Israel led the first-ever mass meditation tour, selling out locations in 10 cities across the nation and even touring with Oprah Winfrey to lead mass meditations at large arenas. His work has been featured in major publications such as The New York Times, Vice, Fast Company, The Wall Street Journal, Vogue, The Fader, and WIRED. Israel has also helped launch community-driven businesses and has advised tech funds leading to seed investments in businesses that have grown to over $1 Billion in valuations.

Israel is a recognized leader in his field, having graduated from Harvard Divinity School’s How We Gather Program and Columbia School of Social Justice’s Empathetic Facilitator program. He is also a founding meditation teacher from the 1 Giant Mind Meditation Teacher Training Academy. Israel’s mission is to connect people to their joy and power, offering scientifically-backed practices for improving decision-making and enhancing creativity. He provides practical tools for fostering a culture of collaboration, revealing hidden strengths, and managing change. He has been praised for his ability to inspire audiences at significant events, such as the ServiceNow, Inc. and HD Design Summit.

His speaking topics focus on community building, the power of quiet, and mindful leadership. He has shared his knowledge with organizations like Adidas, Google, Ford, and Parson’s School of Design. His presentations blend storytelling, group prompts, and interactive exercises, offering transformative roadmaps for accessing courage and inner strength.