STORY

Embracing the Extraordinary

Established in 2010, The Road Ahead (TRA) was born out of a profound moment that transcended time. Back in 1986, against the breathtaking backdrop of Kashmir, India, a young boy stood at the edge of a mountain, gripped by paralyzing fear. The mere thought of rappelling down sent shivers down his spine, rendering him deaf to his instructor’s pleas. He longed for an escape from the daunting challenge, a safer descent.

However, in the face of his fears, his instructor displayed unwavering determination, refusing to let fear dictate the boy’s fate. It became a battle of wills as the boy teetered between surrendering to his anxiety or taking a courageous leap of faith. Summoning every ounce of courage within, he began his descent, one hesitant step at a time.
As he hung suspended amidst rugged rocks, something magical happened. Fear dissolved into thin air, replaced by an exhilarating rush of adrenaline. In that fleeting moment, his spirit soared, and he tasted the ecstasy of conquering his doubts. His heart danced with joy, as if he were perched atop the world itself, savoring the triumph of his achievement.

When he finally reached the ground and unfastened himself from the rappelling gear, a profound realization dawned upon him. He had learned a lesson far greater than the art of rappelling; he had discovered the transformative power of breaking free from the confines of his comfort zone. The boy had grown, not just in stature, but in resilience and self-belief.
This picture taken few years later – says it all
This pivotal experience laid the foundation for the birth of The Road Ahead (TRA) years later. It symbolized the essence of our vision – “Igniting human potential to embrace the extraordinary”

VISION

Igniting human potential to embrace the extraordinary
We envision a world where self-belief conquers fear, where individuals and teams unlock their boundless potential and embrace extraordinary. We strive to be a global catalyst for personal growth and transformation, guiding them on a journey to realize their dreams, and aspirations.

Mission

To revolutionize personal and organizational growth through immersive learning experiences
We are on a mission to revolutionize personal and organizational growth through immersive learning. Our dedication lies in reshaping conventional learning, enabling individuals and teams to unlock their full potential, and seize the extraordinary.

Values

Igniting human potential to embrace the extraordinary

TRA Advantage

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MEET OUR TEAM

Deepak Sharma

CEO & Founder

Shobha Agrawal

Co-Founder & Facilitator

what our clients say about us

For the past two years, I have had the pleasure of collaborating with Deepak, and I can assert with confidence that he is an outstanding communicator and trainer. The manner in which he conducts his training sessions is genuinely remarkable. As an ambassador for his brand, I will consistently speak highly of him.

Vinod Rai

AVP of Human Resources at Maruti Suzuki

In 2023, I collaborated with TRA to coordinate a team-building and goal-setting program for our sales leadership team. I was thoroughly impressed by how effectively Deepak and his team comprehended the distinct dynamics of our organization, customizing the program to cater to our specific requirements. Deepak's enthusiasm and persuasive abilities were especially commendable in inspiring individuals. All in all, the experience was genuinely remarkable.

Sudeshna Batra

Head HR – Stryker

Our company, availed the services of TRA for two separate training programs - one for our leadership team and another for our sales force. The TRA team thoroughly understood our requirements and crafted a series of activities, games, and role-playing exercises to ensure that the intended message was effectively conveyed in a structured yet engaging setting. TRA's workshops consistently leave a lasting impression on our team members.

Dr. Leena Chatterjee

Director, Fortis NCR Lab

On behalf of our entire team, I would like to express our gratitude to the TRA team for guiding us on a beautiful journey of self-discovery and spiritual growth. Throughout the past three years, we have engaged in multiple collaborations with TRA, and on each occasion, they have pleasantly surprised us with distinctive and engaging activities. TRA has evolved into our trusted learning partner, and we hold our partnership in high regard.

Mamta Borgoyary

CEO, FXB Suraksha

Working with TRA has been an exceptional experience. We have been in partnership with Deepak and his team for many years, and they have successfully executed numerous programs in the past. Every time, the outcomes have been magnificent. Their ability to relate everything to the workplace is truly fantastic. We are enthusiastic about continuing our long-term relationship with TRA.

Sanjay Parashar

Head of L&D, Sentiss Pharma

During my 30-year tenure, I have attended many workshops, but this experience was truly unique. I am genuinely impressed by the way Team TRA, under the leadership of Deepak, has extracted valuable insights from each activity and seamlessly correlated them with our workplace. Our team is returning with a substantial amount of knowledge to apply.

Ashok Alexander

Founder & Director – Antara Foundation

Vodafone has formed partnerships with TRA for various types of workshops, ranging from leadership to team collaboration. Each time, they have impressed us with intriguing and engaging simulations. Every simulation has been meticulously designed, tailored to the specific type of workshop it supports. We highly cherish our ongoing partnership with TRA and look forward to many more years of collaboration.

Indrajit Chatterjee

Head HR – Vodafone Mumbai, India

We engaged services of TRA for a training program of our whole team in Kerala. TRA team has done numerous meetings with leadership followed by some team members to understand the challenges and focus areas. Post that program design was finalized and rolled out. Every aspect of program was meticulously designed and implemented. Thanks, TRA for flawless execution.

Dr. Rita Sareen

Global Vice President & Country Director – The Hunger Project

We have engaged TRA's services for a range of workshops involving all functional and leadership teams. They have consistently excelled in every workshop. Their processes and activities are meticulously planned and expertly executed. The support team seamlessly collaborates with the lead facilitators. Each time, our team returns highly energized and enriched with a wealth of new knowledge and skills.

Meenal Adesh

Head HR, Keva

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