For decades, creativity was considered a soft skill. An accessory to business. Something that lived in studios and marketing departments but rarely at the strategic table. Today, the world has shifted. Creativity is no longer ornamental. It is operational. And the organisations that understand this are the ones building real competitive advantage.
Design thinking has become one of the most...
If you run a company between 30 and 300 people, you are standing in a very specific storm. Big enough that AI can transform your operations; small enough that every inefficiency is deeply personal. The question is no longer “Should we use AI?” but “What will AI actually amplify in us?”
Across ten OECD countries, recent research shows that generative...
Roxanne Sylvia is a trailblazing entrepreneur and the visionary behind Roxx Beauty, a brand built on empowerment, confidence, and cultural pride. From navigating uncertainty early in life to building multiple successful ventures, Roxanne has transformed resilience into a philosophy that drives every business decision she makes. Her journey isn’t just about creating products—it’s about creating systems, opportunities, and spaces...
Tee McConnell is a registered nurse, military veteran, and peak performance coach who helps leaders turn stress into clarity and energy. Drawing on her experience in high-pressure environments, she shows executives and teams how to regulate their nervous systems, boost resilience, and lead with focus. For Tee, wellness isn’t a perk—it’s a strategy for sustainable success, both for leaders...
Nancy Ho brings a rare blend of clarity, depth, and strategic insight to modern leadership — helping high achievers succeed without losing themselves in the process.
In a business landscape driven by speed and relentless achievement, many leaders are winning publicly while feeling misaligned privately. My work focuses on closing that gap.
For more than two decades, I’ve helped executives and...
In a world full of vague promises and “quick-fix” spirituality, Shanaaz Aboobakeris rewriting the rules. With a background in IT, neuroscience, and behavioral psychology, she brings logic, structure, and measurable results to spiritual entrepreneurship. Shanaaz doesn’t just talk about energy—she teaches women how to understand it, harness it, and transform it into real-world success. From helping clients manifest their...
Kemi Emmanuel ’s journey from college principal to corporate powerhouse is a masterclass in leadership, resilience, and impact. With years of experience guiding students, staff, and entire communities, she has honed a leadership style rooted in clarity, compassion, and purpose. Today, Adesola translates those lessons into the corporate world, mentoring, coaching, and inspiring others to lead with intention and...
In the heart of Florence, where centuries-old architecture meets modern ambition, Erika Ferrati is redefining luxury real estate. As founder of DimorEtica and Local Ambassador for Luxforsale, she blends deep respect for historical heritage with savvy investment strategies, helping clients transform timeless properties into profitable opportunities. From preserving original artistry to leveraging international markets, Ferrati’s approach proves that...
In a world where innovation races ahead and burnout has become the badge of ambition, Dr. Manijeh Motaghy invites leaders to pause — and return to what truly matters: being human. Through her groundbreaking book, It’s Not Easy to Be Human, and her Mindful Life Optimization (MLO) framework, she confronts a global leadership crisis driven by speed, disconnection, blind...
By Annalisa Corti
Walk into any boardroom, and you’ll hear the same vocabulary: performance, innovation, strategy, ROI. What you won’t hear often enough is the one factor that determines the success of all the others—self-awareness. It’s usually dismissed as “soft,” something to leave for coaching retreats or HR workshops. Yet studies show that leaders who understand their behavioral patterns make...
