Sometimes, the new world-changing business idea you’re searching for never materializes—and sometimes, that’s a good thing. Just ask French-Argentinian entrepreneur Guillermo Boyle. After years in corporate finance and a long stretch of soul-searching for the perfect business concept, Guillermo chose a more straight-forward path: he followed his heart, passions, and values – something other leaders […]

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In 2003, at an event in Abu Dhabi, I met Emily Carter – a powerhouse of creativity. We hit it off instantly because she is a strong woman with clear conviction and hard work ethic. Over the years, her journey has only solidified her reputation as a visionary in luxury fashion and there are so […]

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In 2024, Diana Basto took over as CEO of Alianza Educativa, one of Colombia’s leading educational foundations. By June, under her visionary leadership, one of the foundation’s schools had been nominated for the prestigious T4 Prize for the Best School in the World. Then, in July, none other than the Vice President of Colombia introduced […]

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It can be extraordinarily challenging to balance business strategy, logic and focus with creativity and artistry. But that’s exactly what high-flying accountant turned successful photographer and business owner Belinda Burton has done. As the founder and CEO of a successful portrait photography business, Belinda has an innate ability to draw out what lies within, while […]

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In my mission to understand the role of values in shaping societies, nations, and organizations, I have interviewed many inspiring individuals and entrepreneurs who are guided by a strong sense of purpose and greater meaning.  One such individual is Hans Reitz, whose experience exemplifies the power of a single individual to effect positive change and […]

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In my line of work, I’m fortunate to meet many values-led business leaders and entrepreneurs who inspire me both professionally and personally – from whom other leaders can learn so much. One such person is Brazilian fashion designer Yane Ferreira, founder of independent London-based fashion brand Leblon London.  The value of determination runs through Yane’s […]

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I have lived, worked, or spent time in over 175 countries, exploring how values can shape countries, companies, and communities. Whilst working, on occasion, I am struck by the stories of inspirational leaders who are strongly guided by values and purpose. This is true wealth – when you are able to mobilise resources for a […]

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Allow me to take you to Niger – landlocked with Algeria to the northwest, Mali to the west, Libya to the northeast, Chad to the east, Nigeria to the south, Benin and Burkina Faso to the southwest. I am sure each of those countries conjures up various images in your mind’s eye, but how about […]

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As someone constantly traveling the globe, in an effort to understand how values can shape nations, societies, and companies, I am often struck by the stories of certain leaders who are guided by values, beliefs, and purpose. One of these I recently spoke to is Pradeep Goel, Chief Executive Officer of Solve.Care, who told me […]

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As someone constantly interviewing people around the globe, in an effort to understand how values can shape nations societies and organizations, I am often struck by the stories of certain leaders who are strongly guided by purpose and meaning. Arthur Bilger, Founder and CEO of Working Nation, is one of those leaders. Someone other CEOs […]

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