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Mehran Sorourian is an award-winning public speaker, TEDx coach, podcaster, and former scientist who has transformed her passion for communication into a mission: helping people—especially the underheard —speak with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.

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Originally from Iran, Mehran immigrated to the U.S. in 2001, learning English from scratch while pursuing her education. After completing her Master’s degree in Biology from the University of Texas at Arlington, she spent nearly a decade in academic and biotech research working on developing cures for rare diseases and cancer before pivoting to public speaking and communication coaching. 

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She founded her first business in 2016, rooted in her pain and her inability to communicate effectively professionally. For over 6 years, Mehran has coached and mentored adult immigrants in improving their communication and speaking skills. 

 

In 2020, Mehran started Immigrant Conversations, a globally ranked podcast that celebrates the voices and stories of immigrants while providing insights on the issues that impact their personal and professional growth. 

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To advocate for her immigrant and underrepresented community, Mehran chaired the DEI Committee at San Diego SHRM from 2022 to 2024, creating safe spaces to have difficult conversations while creating a resource list for over 600 HR leaders to use. 

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During the pandemic, Mehran initiated a community platform and trained 120+ women business owners to deliver over 4000 hours of education and entertainment virtually to her community. Her work and dedication were acknowledged by receiving the "Rising Star Women of the Year Award" from the National Association of Women Business Owners in San Diego. 

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In the last decade, Mehran has coached hundreds of clients—from executives to first-generation professionals and immigrant leaders—but one of her greatest passions is working with youth. She specializes in youth public speaking programs that develop not just speaking skills, but self-expression, confidence, leadership, and presence. Through group workshops, 1:1 coaching, and TEDx coaching, Mehran has helped middle and high school students gain skills that last a lifetime.

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​​​Achievements:​

• Toastmasters International Area 11 Speech Competition | 2nd place winner | 2023

• Toastmasters International District 5 Competition | 3rd place winner | 2022

• Toastmasters International Northern Division Speech Competition | 1st place winner | 2022

• Toastmasters International Area 11 Speech Competition | 1st place winner | 2022

• "Rising Star Business Owner of the Year" winner by the National Association of Women  | 2020 

• Bank of America Launch Academy scholarship Recipient | 2020 

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Mehran Sorourian is a communication coach, TEDx speaker coach, and award-winning public speaker. A former scientist turned entrepreneur, she helps underrepresented voices—especially immigrants and youth—speak with confidence and authenticity. Her coaching programs focus on public speaking, storytelling, and leadership, serving professionals, students, and community leaders alike.

She is the founder of Immigrant Conversations, a globally ranked podcast, and has coached hundreds of clients through 1:1 sessions, group programs, and youth speaking workshops. During the pandemic, she trained 120+ women to deliver 4,000+ hours of online programming, earning the “Rising Star Business Owner of the Year” award from NAWBO San Diego.

Mehran is a multi-award-winning Toastmasters competitor and chaired the DEI Committee at San Diego SHRM (2022–2024), developing resources for over 600 HR leaders. On Instagram (@mehran.sorourian), she shares tools to help others find their voice and lead with impact.

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Very Short Version:

​Mehran Sorourian is an award-winning speaker, TEDx coach, and podcaster empowering Youth and Adults to speak with power and tell the stories that matter. She is the host and producer of Immigrant Conversations, a globally ranked podcast, an award-winning entrepreneur, and a passionate advocate for the voices that need to be heard.​​​