Aiko M. Smith
Certified Mindfulness Facilitator | 2x TEDx Speaker | Workplace & Wellness Expert
Inner Anchor
A 90-minute workshop that helps teams prevent burnout and build resilience.
Not Another Wellness Talk
Skip the fluff. This workshop is built on neuroscience and proven stress-reduction practices.
Practical & Actionable
Every practice starts with the simplest tool you already have—your breath.
Built for Busy Teams
Designed for high-pressure industries where resilience isn’t optional, it’s essential.
The Hidden Cost of Workplace Stress is Crushing Your Bottom Line
Burnout isn't just a "wellness issue"—it's bleeding your company dry.
Research shows burned-out employees cost employers $4,000–$21,000 per employee annually. For a 100-person company, that's up to $2.1 million per year in:
Meanwhile, stress-related healthcare expenses add another $125–$190 billion annually across U.S. companies.
Your team doesn't need another generic wellness seminar.
They need battle-tested tools that work in real workplace situations.
Resilience
at Work
A Practical Approach to Lasting Resilience
This workshop is designed with one goal: to give employees tools they’ll actually use in the flow of a busy workday. Every practice is grounded in neuroscience, proven to reduce stress, and simple enough to integrate in minutes.
Rather than abstract theory or one-size-fits-all wellness advice, participants leave with a clear, personalized roadmap to prevent burnout, strengthen resilience, and sustain their wellbeing long after the session ends.
Limited sessions available
TESTIMONIAL
“Aiko hosted a Lunch & Learn with our corporate team, and I was blown away by her ability to captivate the room. She made us laugh, guided us through practical mindfulness techniques, and showed us how to set better intentions in our day. The tools she shared were simple yet powerful—we left feeling energized, focused, and more aware of how to care for ourselves at work and beyond. I’d recommend Aiko to any organization that wants their people to feel balanced, resilient, and at their best.”
Liang Bennett
Companies that invest in wellness programs see up to 25–50% lower turnover and an 8% boost in employee retention, protecting their bottom line while supporting their people.
Why wait to keep your best people?
What does a session entail?
Arrival & Centering – Brief grounding exercise to help participants shift focus from distractions to presence.
Stress Awareness – Mindful reflection on personal and workplace stress signals, with attention to early burnout indicators.
3-Minute Reset – Science-backed technique to lower stress and improve focus in the moment.
Desk-Side Micro-Practices – Quick, practical tools to manage tension, calm the mind, and restore energy throughout the day.
Resilience in Action – Strategies to stay centered and emotionally regulated during high-pressure moments.
Interactive Application – Small-group exercises to practice techniques in realistic workplace scenarios.
Personal Action Plan – Each participant leaves with a clear, 30-day roadmap to integrate mindfulness into daily routines for sustained resilience.
Stress is Expensive. Resilience Pays Dividends.
Every day you wait, burnout costs compound. But companies that prioritize employee wellbeing see:
2.5x higher revenue growth
40% lower turnover
70% fewer safety incidents
41% lower absenteeism
200% ROI on mindfulness programs
30% increase in employee retention
Investing in mindfulness and resilience isn’t just good for people—it’s good for business.
$2,500
(For teams of 15–50 participants; travel costs not included.)
CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Vital Farms
“As a manager, I deeply value facilitators who can truly model what they teach. Aiko has both the wisdom and calming energy to hold space in a way that feels authentic and grounding. You can tell she lives the practices she shares, and that integrity makes her guidance all the more impactful. She’s been a guiding light for our team, and I’m grateful we found her." –
Maura Burns
Esplanade Builders
“Aiko’s mindfulness workshop was truly transformative for both me and my team. I’ve started using the practices in my own daily routine and have noticed a real shift—I feel more in control, focused, and present. What’s even more exciting is seeing employees carry these tools into their workday, which has created a calmer, more productive environment. These simple, practical techniques make a noticeable difference in workplace culture, and I highly recommend Aiko’s sessions to any organization that values wellbeing and resilience..” –
Britni Blair
Humane Prison Hospice
"Working with Aiko has been invaluable. Her approach makes mindfulness accessible, compassionate, and powerful. I’ve seen how these practices can transform moments of stress into opportunities for grounding—and that impact extends far beyond me into the lives of the people I serve. She not only helped me deepen my own mindfulness practice but also gave me practical tools I now bring into my facilitation with incarcerated individuals."-
Fernando Murillo
If we join forces, you’ll be able to
Reduce Stress Quickly
Equip your team with tools to reset their mind and body in just minutes.
Prevent Burnout
Spot early warning signs and build daily habits that sustain energy and focus.
Boost Resilience
Strengthen the ability to stay calm, focused, and effective under pressure.
Employees who practice mindfulness report a 28% reduction in stress levels and a 20% increase in focus and productivity…
Aiko Smith
Mindfulness Facilitator
Aiko Smith is a mindfulness facilitator, coach, and 2x TEDx speaker who empowers high-achieving individuals and teams to reduce stress and build resilience. Trained by UCLA’s Mindfulness Awareness Research Center, she combines evidence-based practices with lived experience navigating adversity to deliver practical, results-driven tools for daily life.
Aiko has taught mindfulness in corporate, nonprofit, and correctional settings, helping clients feel grounded, focused, and capable of showing up as their best selves. Her work has been featured by TEDx, UCLA MARC, and the Humane Prison Hospice Project.
Past Partners
Did you know… just 10 minutes of daily mindfulness can sharpen focus, reduce stress, and boost productivity?
…the perfect moment to reset is this one. Don’t let it slip away! reserve your session now
I’ve always been fascinated by human behavior and how our awareness shapes the choices we make. Mindfulness is like stepping into the desert or standing at the edge of the ocean—suddenly, there’s space to pause, notice, and respond intentionally, creating room for better decisions and a more fulfilling life.
I feel most alive when guiding individuals to connect with themselves and uncover their resilience. Just as the waves reveal hidden patterns in the ocean or the desert stretches reveal paths previously unseen, mindfulness allows us to observe our habits and rewrite our stories—opening the door to a more grounded, intentional, and empowered way of living.
Invest in mindfulness—retain talent, reduce stress, and strengthen resilience.