Vaishali Dev

Vaishali Dev is the visionary force behind the Blume Foundation, an organization that is a

pioneering force addressing some of the most urgent global issues—gendercide, reproductive

justice, leadership equity, mental health, and economic opportunity for women. Through

innovative programming, global partnerships, scholarships, and tailored support systems, the

foundation is reshaping futures one life at a time.

The Blume Foundation’s inaugural Gala 2025 – Petals of Hope, Voices of Change in Houston,

brought together a dynamic community of changemakers, philanthropists, artists, and advocates

dedicated to advancing the rights and well-being of women and girls globally. It was not only a

moving tribute to the resilience of women and girls, but a rallying call to confront gendercide: the

systematic elimination and devaluation of girls and women around the world and the loss of over

143 million females due to gender-based violence, neglect, and societal discrimination.

Under Vaishali’s leadership, the Blume Foundation was honored with a Certificate of Special

Congressional Recognition from Congressman Al Green; a Certificate of Recognition from

Texas Senator Molly Cook, District 15; a Proclamation from Harris County Commissioner

Lesley Briones; and a Proclamation from Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo—recognizing

the Blume Foundation’s unwavering commitment to ensuring that women have access to the

tools, resources, and opportunities they need to thrive at every stage of life. These honors also

acknowledged the Blume Foundation’s efforts to break down barriers and build a future where

girls are valued, empowered, and free from violence and discrimination.

Vaishali Dev is many things—entrepreneur, global fashion icon, humanitarian, and, perhaps

most impressively, someone who can run a board meeting, stage a fashion show, and still

remember where she left her coffee—even in heels.

Her journey began in health care, driven by a passion for healing and helping others. Since

then, she’s launched Viva Global Events and Yogi International Fashion—ventures that reflect

her bold creativity and global vision. When Vaishali dreams, she doesn’t think small—she thinks

runway in Paris, always committed to crafting unforgettable experiences that elevate every

moment.

She’s also the proud owner of Microteq, a mechanical manufacturing company now celebrating

its 18th year. That’s right—she’s smashing stereotypes in steel-toed heels.

Vaishali currently serves as the President of Ekal Vidyalaya and is the founder of the Blume

Foundation, a platform dedicated to empowering women and building community through

compassion and action. She has served as President and Board Member of IASA, is a former

board member of the CRY Foundation, and remains active as a member of IAPAC, the United

Nations Association, and Rotary District 5890—because, apparently,

“free time” is just a concept

for other people.

As a developer with The Gendercide Project, Vaishali fights for gender justice worldwide. She

also made a powerful statement with a $100,000 contribution to HAWC (Houston Area Women’sCenter), supporting survivors of domestic violence and fighting human trafficking—because she

believes safety isn’t a privilege, it’s a right.

In 2024, she was honored with the prestigious Presidential Award and has been featured in

USA Today, Cosmopolitan, Elle, and more. She also writes for the Forbes Council when she’s

not out making headlines—or reminding the world that style and substance are not mutually

exclusive.

And because Vaishali doesn’t believe in limits, she walked the runways of New York and Paris

Fashion Week at 57, where she was the showstopper—proving that fierce doesn’t fade, it just

adds pearls.

A proud mother, fearless leader, and walking inspiration, Vaishali leads with heart, hustle, and a

wink that says,

“Oh yes, I can do it all—and in heels, with eight broken discs.

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