What do you do when words hold immense power, when every second counts, and when silence simply isn't an option? If you're Wendy Kauffman, you step forward, not with noise, but with an unwavering commitment to clarity, conviction, and purpose. As the founder of Wendolyn Reputation Management, a strategic communications firm based in Toronto, Wendy doesn’t just manage reputations—she actively shapes them, rigorously protects them, and empowers leaders to find their voice pr

It started with a moment of truth, not a business plan. For nearly 15 years, Dr. Nidhi Jaswal, a clinical psychologist, had built a fulfilling career in public health. Yet, a deeper calling persisted: to create something profoundly human and joyful, a venture that would redefine how we approach emotional well-being. This inner stirring gave birth to Ketawa – Centre for Behaviour Change in Chandigarh, India. Meaning "laughter" in Malay, Ketawa is more than just a name; it’s a

When Kelly Alexandra Borges Lima stepped off the plane in Melbourne, she wasn’t just carrying a suitcase—she was carrying the heart of Brazil. By 2018, she turned her homesickness and heritage into KI TUDO Flavours, a now-thriving business known for its handcrafted Brazilian finger foods, delivering bold, authentic taste to Australian plates. The journey wasn’t smooth. Kelly didn’t speak fluent English, had no local network, and started with little more than passion and persi

When Zinthiya Ganeshpanchan landed in the UK after fleeing a war-torn homeland, she had no money, no connections, and no safety net — only a burning resolve to build one for others. In 2009, with just £100 and a deep understanding of trauma, she founded Zinthiya Trust, a Leicester-based charity that today stands as one of the region’s most vital lifelines for women and families in crisis.

When Rebecca "Beks" Houston started Smash Marketing from Norwich, UK, in 2018, she didn’t set out to build the biggest digital agency. She set out to build the most meaningful one.

When Archana Sankaranarayanan looked around Bengaluru’s chaotic real estate scene, she saw people struggling. Struggling to find good homes, honest agents, reliable interior designers, and someone who truly cared about the full journey, not just the transaction. That’s when she decided to do something about it.

When Stephanie Lortie launched Closers International from her Montréal home office, she wasn’t just building another sales consultancy—she was crafting a bold alternative to the high-pressure, hustle-driven world of online entrepreneurship.

Heather Herr didn’t just launch a real estate firm—she created an experience. With over 20 years of mastery in sales, development, construction, and property management, she founded Private Real Estate Collection (PREC), a boutique real estate company operating across Ohio, Kentucky, and Florida.

When Shanthi Reddy launched Akshobya Technologies, she wasn’t just entering the IT consulting space. She was building a blueprint for inclusive, purpose-driven innovation in an industry where women rarely lead from the front. Headquartered in Bangalore, Akshobya is a women-led technology firm specializing in Cloud Computing, Data Engineering, AI/ML, and Cybersecurity. But it’s more than that—it’s a strategic partner for enterprises navigating digital transformation with in

When Merve Iscan landed in London, she wasn’t just carrying a suitcase — she was carrying the blueprint of a future she would build from scratch. A foreign-trained architect in a city teeming with legacy firms and regulations she didn’t yet understand, she had no local contacts, no insider map — only sketches, experience, and relentless clarity of purpose. In 2021, she founded Studio RUUM, now one of London's rising architectural and interior design firms known for marrying

From a kitchen table vision to a transformative educational movement, Tutu Aina-Mays is redefining tutoring in the UK. A Mother's Vision Sparks an Educational Revolution Tutu Aina-Mays didn't set out to just improve test scores. As a single mother in the UK, she envisioned a world where every child, regardless of background, had access to quality education. With limited resources but unwavering determination, she founded Tecnis Academy—a tutoring service aimed at leveling

Lighting the Way in Fire Safety, One Building at a Time Fire safety isn’t the first arena where you expect bold innovation — let alone inclusive leadership. But Priya Ajbani is quietly changing that. As Director of Monsher India Safety Equipment Pvt Ltd, she leads one of the oldest fire protection companies in India with a fresh, global, and people-first approach. Founded in 1975, Monsher had legacy. Under Priya, it now has momentum.

At just 24, Aishwarya Sanjay Narawade is rewriting the rules of B2B marketing—not with noise, but with nuance. In a space flooded with clickbait content and templated strategies, her Pune-based startup, Maniifesst Pvt. Ltd., is winning clients by blending strategy with soul. Born from intuition and grit rather than pedigree or privilege, Maniifesst was founded in early 2025 by Aishwarya, who had no deep industry contacts, no legacy brand, and no backup plan. What she did hav

In a world where clinical trials often prioritize speed over soul, Kanchan Verandani brings an uncommon force to the biotech industry—compassion. A physician by training and an entrepreneur by design, this first-generation American co-founded Axentra Bio with a singular vision: to make research faster, yes, but never at the expense of humanity. Born out of challenge and shaped by resilience, Axentra Bio is headquartered in Phoenix and serves as both a clinical research eng

Muff, Donegal—A name that once raised eyebrows now raises glasses in 34 U.S. states and across the globe. But for Laura Bonner, founder of The Muff Liquor Company, this wasn't about shock value. It was about legacy. It was about laughter. And it was about crafting premium Irish spirits that are unapologetically authentic. From Grandpa’s Still to the World Stage Laura Bonner didn’t come from the liquor industry. She came from story. From the peat-scented tales of her grand

In a city where legacies often matter more than ideas, Shruti Kapadia chose to bet on a desk, a sketchbook, and a dream. Mumbai’s jewellery market wasn’t built for outsiders — but Shruti, a first-generation jeweller with no connections and zero capital, didn’t wait for permission. She built Ornate, a diamond jewellery brand that doesn’t just sparkle — it tells a story. From Unknown to Unforgettable It all began in 2012. Shruti stepped into an industry steeped in tradition

From Small Town Girl to Digital Powerhouse: The Rise of Aditi Jhawar Laturiya Mumbai might be known as the city of dreams, but for Aditi Jhawar Laturiya, it was a proving ground. She arrived without a safety net or a business degree — only a quiet resolve to build something of her own. Today, her brainchild, The Social Slay, is not just another digital agency. It’s a revenue-focused storytelling powerhouse helping over 250 brands scale in style — and in sales.

Most people don't dream of spreadsheets — but Philippa Rickards isn’t most people. In fact, what many small business owners see as a daunting chore, she sees as an opportunity for transformation. From her base in Victoria, Australia, Rickards has built My Bookkeeping Buddy not just as a financial service, but as a lifeline for overwhelmed entrepreneurs. From Overload to Order: A Purpose-Driven Launch The idea behind My Bookkeeping Buddy was born out of real-life challenge

In the tranquil hills of Uttarakhand, where misty orchards kiss the clouds and nature’s rhythm sets the pace of life, one woman quietly sparked a revolution. Not with noise, but with nourishment. Smt. Aradhna Painuly, founder of Himalayan Fresh Juice Private Limited, turned her deep connection to the land into a mission — to empower farmers, elevate women, and bottle wellness that begins at the root.

Most fresh graduates spend their early career figuring out the next step. Isha Taneja skipped the wait, trusted her instinct, and built a global data-tech company straight out of college. Her brainchild, Complere Infosystem, emerged from a modest beginning in Mohali and has grown into a 100-strong team delivering AI-powered, scalable solutions that redefine how businesses approach data.