About Us – Hidden Talent

Dr. Parsa Mohebi

Dr. Parsa Mohebi is an internationally recognized hair restoration surgeon, educator, and innovator. Born in Tehran and raised in underserved villages across Iran, he saw firsthand how a lack of access can dim a child’s potential. Those early experiences inspired his lifelong mission: to unlock human brilliance where it’s often overlooked. Professionally, he’s advanced the field of modern hair restoration through groundbreaking techniques and surgical tools, trained doctors worldwide, and authored a leading book on hair loss treatment. As a board-certified surgeon and former chairman of an international research committee, Dr. Mohebi also champions education in the global medical community. He is the founder of Hidden Talent, a nonprofit that helps gifted children in low-resource communities thrive. Whether in the operating room or a remote village classroom, he’s driven by one vision: that no talent should go unnoticed because of circumstance.

Shani Robins, Ph.D.

Shani Robins, Ph.D. is a licensed psychologist, Stanford instructor, and pioneer of Wisdom Therapy™, which he founded in 1998. He is the founder of the Wisdom Therapy Institute and co-founder of GenWisdom, nonprofit teaching wisdom skills to K–12 youth. Over the past two decades, Dr. Robins has led hundreds of trainings and talks globally on Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Stress, and Organizational Development. He has also consulted Fortune 100 companies and municipalities, developing evidence-based wellness programs. Holding PhDs in both Cognitive and Clinical Psychology, he has authored numerous scientific articles and continues to integrate research with real-world impact. At Hidden Talent, he brings his lifelong mission to develop emotional intelligence and wisdom in underserved communities worldwide.

Jessa Zarubica

Jessa Zarubica is an award-winning filmmaker, marketing executive, and founder of Somethin’ Extra Entertainment—a company blending bold storytelling with strategic branding. A dyslexic kid who never thought she’d become a writer, she sold her first script at 17, launched her production company at 19, and directed her debut feature during a global pandemic. She’s since sold dozens of scripts, Showrun TV series on Hulu and Roku, directed for studios like Disney and ABC, and worked with NBC and Pocket. Watch. A tireless advocate for equity in entertainment, Jessa launched the Bow Revolution (featured in HuffPost), mentors rising female creatives, and now brings her passion for change to Hidden Talent—using story and mentorship to unlock untapped potential worldwide.

Avid Chabok

Avid Chabok is the Director of Strategic Growth at Hidden Talent, where she leads community partnerships and fundraising to expand access for underserved youth. Originally from Tehran, Iran, she has long been passionate about supporting children engaged in child labor—a cause reflected in her award-winning photography and her work with ARFAK, an NGO focused on education for children of labor. With an MBA and a background in growth management, she’s committed to building a world where talent—not circumstance—defines the future.

Board of Directors

Dr. Parsa Mohebi

Shani Robins, Ph.D.

Jessa Zarubica

Avid Chabok