ORMA International Talent Promotion Forum
The ORMA International Talent Promotion Forum aims to identify, nurture, and empower young talent through public speaking, communication, and leadership development.
Our Focus
ORMA Speech Competition is the flagship project of Talent Promotion Forum. It brings together the brightest young orators from across institutions, providing a powerful platform to showcase rhetorical prowess, confidence, and leadership qualities.
Jose Thomas
A Short Profile
- Senior High School Mathematics Teacher at Spring-Ford Area High School, Pennsylvania, with 25+ years of teaching experience.
- Former educator with the New York City Board of Education.
- Professional trainer since his years in Kerala, associated with JCI/Jaycees International and youth organizations.
- Chair, Talent Promotion Forum – ORMA International, leading its global Speech Competition and training programs for 3,000+ participants.
- National Chair, Education & Research – SMCC, USA.
- Director Board Member – C News Live.
- Public-speaking & motivational trainer focused on communication, youth empowerment, and leadership development.
Advisory Board
Distinguished leaders, mentors, and advisors guiding the ORMA International Speech Competition
Dr. Justice Narayana Kurup
Retd. Justice, High Court of Kerala
Dr. Tessy Thomas
Former. Director-General, DRDO - Aero Systems
Dr. Ajay Nair
President of Arcadia University, USA
Dr. Jancy James
Former. Vice Chancellor, Central University, Kerala
Dr. Babu Sebastian
Former. Vice Chancellor, MG University
Dr. Bindhu Alappat
Vice President, Academic affairs, Holy Family University, USA
Dr. Vipin V. Roldant
Performance Coach and Behavioral Training Specialist
Mr. Nipin Niravath
Mentalist
Mr. Lal Jose
Film Director
Mr. Shamim Rafeek
Corporate Trainer and Business Coach
Board Members
Distinguished directors and officers guiding the Talent Promotion Forum
Director
Adv. Joseph M. Kunnel
(Kunnel Law, Philadelphia, USA)
Director
Prof. Ruble Raj
(Former Principal of Marian College Kuttikanam)
Director
Dr. Anand Haridas
(Specialist in Clinical Cardiovascular Medicine, USA)
Director
Dr. Jayaraj Alappatt
(Chief Science Officer, Certified Group, USA)
Director
Shine Johnson
(Retd HM, SH Higher Secondary school, Thevara)
Secretary
Eby J. Jose
(Chairman, Mahatma Gandhi National Foundation)
Financial Officer
Shaji Augustine
(PRO, Visat Group of Institutions)
Youth Coordinator
Amilyn Rose Thomas
(UN Speech fame and Student at Upenn, USA)
Lead Trainers and Mentors
Master coaches and mentors nurturing the next generation of global orators
Lead Trainer & Mentor
Dr. Benny Kurian
(Director, Synergy HR Consultants Cochin)
Lead Trainer & Mentor
Mr. Soy Thomas
Lead Trainer & Mentor
Mr. George Karunackal
Lead Trainer & Mentor
Prof. Tomy Cherian
Core Initiatives of the Forum
How the Talent Promotion Forum cultivates tomorrow's orators and thinkers
Develop Public Speaking Skills
Provide systematic training to improve communication, presentation, language proficiency, and stage confidence.
Build Confidence & Leadership
Help students become confident speakers, independent thinkers, and responsible future leaders.
Promote Talent Through Opportunity
Provide a global platform for school and college students to discover, develop, and showcase their abilities.
Make Competition a Learning Experience
Combine competition with professional training, mentoring, assignments, feedback, and continuous improvement so that every participant has an opportunity to grow.
Encourage Purposeful Communication
Inspire young people to use their voices to address relevant social issues, create awareness, and positively influence their communities.
Promote Giving Back
Encourage successful speakers, trainers, mentors, and community leaders to share their experience and help develop the next generation.
Talent Promotion Events & Workshops
Explore youth oratory summits, mentoring sessions, and competition milestones.
Talent Promotion Forum: Youth Oratory & Leadership Workshop
Interactive masterclass hosted by the Talent Promotion Forum. Seasoned public speakers and academicians guide students on voice modulation, argument formulation, and stage presence.
