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Our Purpose
We are closing the racial health gap in Indianapolis and beyond.
Our Story
Balance Period was founded in 2018 by Raymond Achille, CEO and Lead Wellness Coach, initially as a personal training company. With a strong passion for helping individuals improve their physical health, Ray’s vision was to create a platform that empowered others to take better care of themselves. However, everything changed in 2020 when the pandemic exposed the urgent need for a more holistic approach to wellness. In response, Balance Period evolved into the whole-person wellness company it is today, integrating physical, mental, and emotional health.
In the process of expanding the company’s mission, Ray learned about the disproportionate health disparities that affect communities of color, particularly in Indianapolis. This revelation inspired him to integrate health equity into Balance Period’s core values, with a commitment to leverage the company’s resources to help underserved communities transform their health trauma into positive health outcomes. Our flagship program, the B.A.L.A.N.C.E. Blueprint, was developed as a result of this journey, empowering individuals and communities across various industries to prioritize their well-being.
The Balance Period logo embodies the philosophy behind our approach: the choice to respond instead of react to life's experiences, whether they are in or out of our control. We believe in responding mindfully, embracing adversity, and making decisions that are aligned with one’s values, goals, and overall well-being. As we continue to expand, our mission is to close racial health gap, and ensure that generational wellness is accessible to everyone.
Our Values
Self-Awareness
We believe that you can only take care of what you are aware of. By expanding self-awareness, you gain the insight needed to make intentional, positive changes that support your well-being.
Teachability
We embrace a growth mindset, recognizing that the willingness to learn and accept change is required for personal and professional development. By maintaining a high level of teachability, we create the conditions to evolve and grow.
Commit to Action
Progress is made through consistent, intentional steps. We encourage starting small, setting achievable goals, and committing to take consistent action to move forward, knowing that steady effort leads to lasting results.
Peace Over Perfection
We prioritize patience and self-compassion in our journey toward wellness. You don’t have to be perfect to make progress—cultivating peace and being kind to yourself is the foundation for sustainable growth and well-being.
Our Partners
Raymond Achille
Founder/CEO
Raymond Achille is the founder and CEO of Balance Period. He is an award-winning wellness coach and mindfulness practitioner with a degree in kinesiology from Indiana University and over a decade of experience in the health and wellness industry.
After being diagnosed with a pulmonary embolism in 2017, Ray dedicated his time and energy to understanding how he can maintain optimal well-being and pass down healthier habits to the next generation of his family. He now uses what he learned to empower others to improve their quality of life and be the change they want to see in their family and community.
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Janelle Shane Dahan
Executive Assistant & Marketing Consultant
Janelle is an Executive Assistant with a strong background in supporting business owners in the health and wellness space. She has worked with a number of successful health coaches across the U.S. and Australia, helping them streamline operations and expand their impact. After working with large companies such, Janelle carried over the insights and strategies she learned and transitioned to working freelance for small and medium-sized businesses.
Janelle is passionate about helping Balance Period grow through effective digital marketing and efficient business support.
