Anil Thomas is a Founder Member of the John Maxwell Team and a Certified Professional Behavior Analyst. With an impressive body of work spanning more than two decades, he is regarded as one of the finest talents in leadership development. He particularly excels in experiential learning and is known for his ability to connect instantly and communicate with impact.

As a mentor and trainer to high performing corporate leaders and their teams, Anil’s commitment to delivering results is evident in his transformative leadership and culture transformation programs. His sessions go beyond information delivery, aiming instead to catalyze profound and lasting change. Over the years, his training has impacted diverse groups, from Fortune 500 leaders and startup founders to senior police officials, ambassadors, and diplomats.

Anil Thomas believes in transforming business outcomes by strengthening employee engagement and people performance. Through his expertise in team building training and leadership development programs, he helps founders establish order, build high-performance cultures, and lay the foundations for sustainable growth. His unique philosophy centers on tapping into the Flow, emphasizing that the secret to achieving more is often to do much less.

Empowering Perspectives

Invited to speak at various prestigious Business Forums

Anil Thomas With Mentors

Anil Thomas with mentor Denis Waitley
Anil Thomas with mentor John Maxwell
Anil Thomas with mentor ken Blanchand

Certifications

Anil Thomas | Target Training International USA

Target Training International USA

Anil Thomas | Certified Performance Consultant, GeniusU

Certified Performance Consultant, GeniusU

Anil Thomas | Founding Partner Maxwell Leadership

Founding Partner Maxwell Leadership

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What clients say about Anil Thomas

Germain Brio VP Sales, Chargebee

I wanted to thank Anil Thomas for everything you and your team did to make our first SKO a success. It went off perfectly, the team is energized and psyched about the new year. You put together a great program. Many thanks!




Sunil Thomas Co-founder & CEO CleverTap

Wherever I've been, whether its personal mentoring or Programs for the Clevertap Leaders and Teams, I have always looked up to Mustardseed and Anil Thomas for advice, Systems, Frameworks and for injecting the right Language . Thank you Anil.



Rensje Teerink Ambassador, European Union

The experiential activities were engaging, and Anil Thomas enhanced them with his ability to simplify complex concepts. As an experienced leader, he challenged my thinking on team leadership. I highly recommend him as a Team & Executive Trainer.



Anand Jain Co-founder, CleverTap

I've known Anil Thomas, Deepa Thomas, and Mustardseed for over 13 years and attended 50+ workshops. I never missed one because there's always so much to learn, both for my team and personal life. I'm fortunate to call Anil my trainer and mentor, learning immensely from his conduct and Mustardseed's success.


Sanjeev Singh Executive Vice President & Head HR, TV18 Broadcast Ltd.

I've known Anil Thomas for 16 years, seeking his HR guidance. We've collaborated on 100+ programs. Today's tag hunt and air crash were engaging and innovative. Mustardseed's honest, transparent, compassionate approach sets them apart. Thank you, Anil, Deepa, and the team!

Raju Baitha
12:20 15 Jul 25
Nice to meet you sir
Kalpesh Verma
12:19 15 Jul 25
RUPENDRA DASHAHARE
12:18 15 Jul 25
rajeshwar gupta
11:04 15 Jul 25
Engaging and informative training! Loved the interactive sessions
Ramakant Rathoure
11:02 15 Jul 25
today's session was very good
Bujji Chinnu
11:02 15 Jul 25
Very good interpretation of sir,I’m get good knowledge for attending the training session
Anamika Baghel
11:02 15 Jul 25
Very good Trainer i learnt many more things
Nikhil Raykwar
11:02 15 Jul 25
Good 😊
Roshan kathane
11:02 15 Jul 25
Very good and effective session
nidhi paul
11:01 15 Jul 25

FAQ

Anil Thomas is widely recognized for his work in leadership development , helping leaders and organizations achieve real transformation. His approach focuses on improving people performance, building high-performing teams, and aligning culture with business goals. Over two decades, he has trained leaders across industries to create lasting impact.

Experiential learning is at the heart of Anil Thomas’s training. He uses interactive exercises, simulations, and real-world scenarios to ensure participants practice leadership skills rather than just hear about them. This hands-on approach makes concepts like culture transformation and team dynamics easier to apply in daily work.

Organizations ranging from startups to Fortune 500 companies have benefited from Anil Thomas’s training. His programs are especially valuable for teams navigating growth, leadership transitions, or the need for stronger collaboration. Whether it’s leadership development or team building training, his methods adapt to the unique needs of each organization.

Yes, Anil Thomas has worked extensively with global leaders and multicultural teams. His training style is adaptable, making it effective across different industries and cultural settings. This global perspective allows him to help international organizations strengthen collaboration, engagement, and leadership effectiveness.

What sets Anil Thomas apart is his ability to blend proven leadership frameworks with personalized training. He emphasizes practical strategies that leaders can apply immediately, whether it’s for culture transformation or building stronger teams. His philosophy of “doing less to achieve more” makes his style both impactful and sustainable.

Leaders who work with Anil Thomas report improved collaboration, greater employee engagement, and stronger leadership capabilities. His focus on building high-performance cultures ensures results that last well beyond the training room. Many organizations credit his training sessions with sparking meaningful change across their teams.

Companies can connect with Anil Thomas through Mustardseed Training to create tailored programs that match their goals. From leadership development workshops to team building training and culture transformation initiatives, his programs are designed to deliver measurable results. Collaborating with him means equipping leaders with tools that drive growth and transformation.

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