Kshama Rangan is an engineer, social entrepreneur and inclusion advocate who is challenging the traditional way society approaches inclusion. Her conviction is simple but powerful: Inclusion is a right, not charity. From technology and women's livelihoods to disability inclusion and sport, Kshama is building ventures designed to change the systems that determine who gets to participate, earn, lead and belong.

Mary Ann Viloria, Founder and Managing Director of Creative Quest Corporation, has built her entrepreneurial journey around resilience, creativity, and the belief that circumstances do not have to determine a person's future. Based in the Philippines, Creative Quest is a full-service marketing and events agency that helps organizations create meaningful brand experiences and stronger connections with customers, partners, and communities.

Lorraine Nielsen, Founder and Director of Property Destinations, has built her career around a simple but powerful philosophy: strategy comes before property, and clarity before commitment. Founded in 2008, Property Destinations is a Brisbane-based property investment advisory that helps Australians build long-term wealth through strategic property investment, independent research, tax-effective planning, and portfolio development.

Lora Georgieva is the owner of Destination College, a college planning and financial aid consulting firm that has been helping students get into their dream colleges while saving families an average of $120,000+ through expert admissions guidance and extensive financial options through grants and scholarships. Founded in 2010 and based in Vernon Hills, Illinois, USA, Destination College provides comprehensive admission and financial aid assistance to families across the Unite

Jane Cesino is the owner of Star Maids Cleaning Solutions, a residential and commercial cleaning company serving Montgomery and Howard Counties, Maryland, USA. Founded in 2011, the company has helped busy families and businesses enjoy cleaner, healthier, and more peaceful spaces through reliable, high-quality cleaning services for more than 15 years. Jane's leadership journey began when she built a business from the ground up with a desire to support her family's income, crea

Sabreena Michel is the founder of Sabreena Frances Artistry + Aesthetics, a cosmetic tattoo, paramedical tattoo, fine-line tattoo, and aesthetics practice serving Starkville, Mississippi, and surrounding communities. Founded in 2015, the practice offers services including brows, lip blushing, eyeliner, scar and areola restoration, tiny tattoos, and advanced skin treatments focused on helping clients look and feel their best. Sabreena's philosophy is simple yet profound: "Wher

Kristina George is the co-owner of Next Step Insurance, a Wisconsin-based agency dedicated to helping individuals, families, and employers navigate health insurance with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Founded in 2013 and based in Plymouth, Wisconsin, USA, Next Step Insurance specializes in Medicare, health insurance, employee benefits, life insurance, and additional coverage options. Kristina has built her career around simplifying one of the most confusing and stressfu

Liza Nguyen is the founder and CEO of Wise Above Consulting, LLC, a full-service accounting firm providing bookkeeping, tax preparation, tax planning, financial planning, and life insurance protection services for individuals and small business owners. Founded in 2024 and based in Costa Mesa, California, USA, Wise Above Consulting is a family-owned, minority-owned, and woman-led business committed to helping clients understand their finances, stay compliant, reduce taxes, and

Tammy Cook is the founder of TLC Bookkeeping, a professional services firm offering tax preparation, tax resolution, and bookkeeping services to individuals, small businesses, medium businesses, and non-profit organizations. Founded in 2022 and based in Saint Petersburg, Florida, USA, TLC Bookkeeping is dedicated to providing professional, personalized service and guidance for clients' financial and business needs. With over 20 years of experience in accounting, bookkeeping,

Karina L. Borgia-Lacroix is the founder and owner of American Real Title and Borgia Consulting Corporation, a 100% woman and minority-owned business that has served the real estate industry for more than 17 years. With over 27 years of experience as a title, escrow, and closing agent, she has built her company around one simple philosophy: make one of life's most important transactions feel seamless, transparent, and stress-free. Based in Fort Myers, Florida, USA, Karina has

Barbara H. Gormley, Esquire, is the founder of Barbara H. Gormley, P.A. , a full-service personal injury law firm located in Sarasota, Florida, USA. Founded in 1999, the firm has proudly provided the highest quality of legal services both inside and out of the courtroom throughout the State of Florida for over 27 years. Barbara has been rated by her peers and judges as an AV Preeminent® attorney—the highest peer rating from Martindale-Hubbell®. This prestigious rating is give

Sonya Lea Skipp is the CEO of iFacts (Pty) Ltd, a South African-based background screening and verification company that provides comprehensive pre-employment vetting services to organisations across various industries. Founded in 2001 and based in Johannesburg, South Africa, iFacts offers services including identity verification, criminal record checks, qualification and employment verification, credit checks, reference checks, and other due diligence solutions.

Allison McNamara is the founder of MARA, an award-winning, algae-powered skincare brand founded on the belief that high-performance beauty can be both luxurious and sustainable. Founded in 2018 and based in Los Angeles, USA, MARA formulates clinically effective skincare using nutrient-dense marine ingredients sourced from around the world.

Megan Davies is the founder and owner of MD Pilates Pty Ltd, a boutique Pilates studio focused on helping people move better, feel stronger, and improve their overall quality of life through mindful movement. Founded in 2017 and based in Johannesburg, South Africa, MD Pilates offers personalised Pilates classes designed to support posture correction, pain management, rehabilitation, strength, flexibility, and emotional wellbeing. Clients range from beginners and busy prof

Rena Parikh is the founder of Encore Design Studio, a design-led practice focused on creating thoughtful, human-centric environments across workplaces, retail, hospitality, healthcare, and residential spaces. Founded in 2022 and based in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India, Encore Design Studio is built on a larger vision: shaping environments that influence behaviour, culture, well-being, and business performance in meaningful ways. At Encore, design is not merely about aesthetics or

Amy Meadows, Founder and CEO of SmartHER Ventures Inc, is redefining entrepreneurial education by transforming the traditional business accelerator model into a compelling reality show. Founded in 2025 and based in Richmond, USA, SmartHER Ventures takes a business accelerator and turns it into a 12-episode reality series, following five women-led companies through their entrepreneurial journey. Each episode is themed around a business topic—such as Legal, Finance, Design,

Ariadne Dulchinos is the co-founder and CTO of Avenir AI, an AI service company that is transforming the employee benefits industry by helping employers and brokers make smarter healthcare decisions—reducing costs while improving access to care for employees. Founded in 2025 and based in San Francisco, USA, Avenir AI operates in the $1T+ employee benefits market, serving CFOs, Heads of Total Rewards, and benefits brokers. The company acts as an "AI employee" that sits on top

Colleen Tsikira, Founder of Brand & Bloom Business Acquisitions, is reshaping business acquisitions by proving that buying a company can be about preserving its future—not dismantling its past. Founded in 2026, with operations across Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and London, United Kingdom, Brand & Bloom acquires established service-based businesses and grows them through operational excellence while protecting the legacy built by their founders.

Francesca Bilyard, Founder of Diamonds & DrillBits LLC, is proving that residential remodeling is about far more than construction—it is about trust, communication, and creating spaces that feel like home. Founded in Pemberton, New Jersey, USA, in 2022, her woman-owned remodeling company has built a reputation for fair pricing, high-quality craftsmanship, and an exceptional customer experience that goes beyond industry expectations.

Caroline Garnham, Founder and CEO of Caroline's Club, is redefining business development for professional services. Founded in London, United Kingdom, in 2021, Caroline's Club helps lawyers, accountants, financial advisers, consultants, and other professionals build trust, visibility, and long-term client relationships through an award-winning Client Mapping methodology.