About

About Me

Learn more about the heart behind Bistu, including experience, credentials, personal story, and guiding philosophy.

Founder

Dr. Preeta M. Banerjee, Founder

Dr. Preeta M. Banerjee draws on over 25 years of experience as a business school professor, corporate executive, life coach, and higher education chaplain to support individual, team, and organizational growth. She holds a PhD in Strategic Management from the Wharton School, a BS in Computational Biology and Business from Carnegie Mellon, and a Graduate Certificate in Interreligious Studies from Hartford International University for Religion and Peace.

Her work is rooted in thoughtful leadership, compassionate listening, and a belief that meaningful change happens when people are supported as whole human beings.

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Philosophy

A grounded path to healing and growth

Holistic care

Bistu supports physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional well-being through integrated education and coaching.

Compassionate guidance

Every offering is designed to feel emotionally safe, human, and deeply respectful of each person’s journey.

Transformative learning

Bistu creates space for healing, transformation, adaptability, unconventional growth, and new opportunities through holistic education and compassionate guidance.

Community connection

Programs and events invite reflection, connection, and shared growth in a calm, welcoming environment.

Story

Why Bistu exists

Bistu was created as a sanctuary for people seeking healing, clarity, and transformation in every dimension of life.

Drawing from decades of leadership across academia, business, coaching, and chaplaincy, Dr. Banerjee brings together intellectual depth and heartfelt presence. The work honors both practical growth and inner renewal, helping individuals and communities navigate change with wisdom and courage.

Whole-person growth begins when people feel seen, supported, and invited into new possibilities.
Dr. Preeta M. Banerjee

Through education, coaching, and community-centered experiences, Bistu offers a grounded space for reflection, resilience, and meaningful next steps.

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