Staff Bios
Meet founder Kiovanna, and her highly qualified staff.
Kiovanna
Kiovanna is the founder and director of East Techniques. She has BA in Psychology from Stanford University and a Law Degree from Columbia University. From 2001-2004 she lived in India studying and applying the ancient teachings of Tantra as an art-form for living fully. In 2007 she became a certified Tantra Presenter through the International School of Temple Arts (ISTA). Kiovanna embodies the spiritual truth that sexuality is sacred: She is an Interfaith Reverend registered in the State of New York, she is also a certified Temple Priestess, a certified Yoga Instructor, and a certified Reiki Master. In October of 2009, she gave birth to a beautiful baby boy. Kiovanna celebrates life in New York City where for the last five years she has been coaching women and couples in the art of sensuality.

Ivan Trudeau
Ivan Trudeau is a certified fitness coach and wellness consultant who works with the mind body connection to assist clients optimize their health and well-being. Ivan studied in California for 2 years with naturopathic doctor Michael Woefield who specializes in nutrition. Ivan is a Reiki certified workshop facilitator at East Techniques. He is currently an apprentice with Kiovanna studying the art of Tantra. His focus is to create and hold sacred space for women.
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