Dr. Glynn Ryland

Dr. Glynn Ryland

CEO & Co-Founder ShaktiMat GmbH

Glynn Ryland is the Co-Founder and CEO of ShaktiMat GmbH, a social impact company dedicated to empowering women in India and sharing the benefits of acupressure worldwide. Previously, he spent two decades in global media with senior creative roles at Universal Studios Networks, NBC, ITV, MTV, and the BBC, while also pioneering access programmes like Channel 4’s award-winning 4Talent. Five years of nomadic travel exploring yoga, meditation, and holistic living ultimately led him to discover the Shakti Mat - and turn it into his life’s work.

Popular articles by Dr. Glynn Ryland

ProductionShakti Rising Programme

The story behind Shakti Rising

In 2012, I left my 20-year career in London television behind and flew to India. What awaited me there, however, was more than just a destination: I felt a deep...

Sep 2, 2025
The companyShakti Mat - market leader for 17 years

Top relaxation for 18 years

March 31, 2025 is our birthday! A birthday is not only an occasion to celebrate, but also a day to pause and enjoy. So it's a good time to take a look back at the past.

Feb 26, 2025
Whole body7 chakras for balance, clarity & inner strength

The 7 chakras - the key to balance, clarity & inner strength

If you are interested in meditation, yoga, or acupressure, you will certainly have heard of the seven chakras—the energy centers in the body that influence our physical, emotional, and...

15 Sep 2025
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