Orly Wahba

Orly Wahba is an expert on kindness and the founder of Life Vest Inside, a global non-profit focused on empowering and uniting the world through kindness. She transitioned from a middle-school educator to fully dedicate her efforts to her organization. Wahba's initiatives, including the viral short film "Kindness Boomerang" which has garnered over 100 million views, illustrate the profound impact of simple, compassionate actions.

In addition to her film, Wahba authored the bestselling book "Kindness Boomerang," a tool filled with actionable ideas for spreading kindness. Her efforts extend beyond these projects; she launched Dance for Kindness, the largest annual worldwide flashmob, which also serves as a leadership training program with participants from over 50 countries. Furthermore, Wahba co-created Project Hope Exchange, a digital repository of messages of hope, and Abraham’s Legacy, a social network for prayer and spiritual growth.

Wahba's work has not only been recognized in various media outlets including NBC, CBS, The Today Show, TED, Forbes, and Psychology Today, but also in her engaging speaking style at multiple TED and TEDx talks. Residing in Jerusalem, Israel, and frequently traveling between Jerusalem and New York for work, she continues to inspire diverse audiences worldwide with her keynote topics on kindness, collaboration, inspiration, and organizational culture. Her ability to connect authentically with people, from Jewish high school leaders to corporate executives, underscores her widespread influence in promoting kindness as a fundamental human value.