Our Ecosystem
The People and Partnerships That Shape Our Work
Our Advisors
Di-Ann Eisner
Di-Ann Eisner is an experienced leader and advisor working at the intersection of leadership, transformation, and human development. Her background spans strategic advising, community building, and impact-driven initiatives aligned with conscious leadership and systemic change.
Sabrina Pourmand Stuntz
Sabrina Pourmand Stuntz is an executive advisor at Abundare Advisors, guiding social impact startups in fundraising and scaling. With roots in Silicon Valley and global experience at charity: water and World Vision, she serves on boards like The Philanthropy Workshop.
Stacey Hadash
Stacey Hadash is a Finance Manager based in Kuwait City with over 26 years of experience in finance and accounting. Holding a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting, he currently works at Fernas Goods Transport Company. His professional background emphasizes financial management in the logistics and transport sector.
Our Reseachers
Tristan Bekinschtein
Originally from Buenos Aires but now in the UK, I am a biologist, Master in Neurophysiology and PhD in Neuroscience. I am the Professor of Consciousness and Cognition at the University of Cambridge, UK. I am also the co-Founder of Human Experience Dynamics Ltd.
Joshua Brahinsky
Joshua Brahinsky is a Stanford University researcher studying psychology and charismatic prayer's cognitive impacts. He authored Tongues of Fire, an 18-year study on evangelical mind-body practices, releasing March 2026.
Consciousness Research
Studying how inner transformation shapes leadership,
collaboration, and systems
Why Research Matters
At Zhen Institute, research is not an add-on—it is a pillar of our mission. We study how shifts in consciousness influence leadership behavior, decision-making, collaboration, and ethical action across complex systems.
What We Study
Core areas of inquiry that guide our research and practice
Research Partnerships
Zhen Institute collaborates with researchers and institutions across neuroscience, psychology, and contemplative science to build an evidence base for consciousness- centered leadership.