G100: Group of 100 Global Women Leaders
H.E. Dr. Maya Morsy
H.E. Dr. Maya Morsy is the President of Egypt’s National Council for Women (NCW) and holds the national award as one of the 100 most influential women in Egypt. Prior to this presidential role, Dr. Morsy served as the UNDP’s Gender Regional Advisor and Head of the Egypt Country Office for the United Nations Fund for Women, and also as Country Director of UNIFEM.
Dr. Morsy has over 24 years of experience with national, regional, and international organizations through her work in the National Council for Women, the United Nations Agencies, USAID, academia, and the private sector. Her work experience has strengthened strategic partnerships with the League of Arab States, the European Union, the Organisation of Islamic Cooperation, the African Union, the Union for the Mediterranean, government organizations, civil society, academia, and the private sector.
Farzanah Chowdhury
Farzanah Chowdhury is the MD & CEO of Green Delta Insurance Company Ltd, the largest non-life insurance company in Bangladesh. She has led their pioneering initiatives, notably in microhealth insurance. She is recognized by the UN Global Compact as a Local SDG Pioneer for Women’s Economic Security for her initiatives committed to the financial and health inclusion of women, especially through Nibedita, a comprehensive insurance scheme for women. She is Co-Chairman of the FBCCI Standing Committee on Capital Market and Bond for the term 2021-2023 and is a board member of the Bangladesh German Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
Earlier, during her work with the Bangladesh Rural Advancement Committee (BRAC), Farzanah was exposed to the opportunity of closely analyzing the microfinance sector, and as a result, was successful in establishing a link between microfinance and insurance. As she directly worked with the field-level operations of microfinance and insurance simultaneously, the experience and know-how helped her to develop a model for microinsurance recently. After acquiring professional experience, she pursued her MBA under the AusAid scholarship and joined the SME banking division of BRAC Bank, continuing her association with Green Delta Insurance.
H.E Violeta Bulc
H.E Violeta Bulc is the former Deputy Prime Minister of Slovenia and EU Commissioner for Transport. As Deputy Prime Minister of Slovenia, she held ministerial responsibility for development, strategic projects, and cohesion.
As EU Commissioner, she prioritized digitalization, decarbonization, innovation, a people-focused approach, and global collaboration in transport. Excellency Bulc is an academic, author, innovator, systems architect, and entrepreneur. She is the founder and advocate of the unique concept of Ecocivilisation, which envisions Earth as an eco-zone of our galaxy and emphasizes transparent, participatory engagement of all stakeholders in society and the economy.
She has held senior positions in the telecoms industry, including at Telekom Slovenia and Telemach. As the former owner and Chief Executive Officer of Vibacom, she is engaged in work on sustainable and innovative business solutions.
Alex Okoroji
Alex Okoroji is a Nigerian actress and creative powerhouse navigating the world of art, media, and entertainment for almost two decades as an artist and creative businesswoman. She is the Founder & President of The BRAG Media Group, a creative communications company, and owns several platforms including The BRAG Media Company, BRAG! Magazine, The BRAG Club, The BRAG Radio Network, The BRAG Shop, and The BRAG Media Foundation.
Listed among the Most Influential Women in the World by Richtopia in their Top 250 Power List, she is one of only five Nigerians on the list (alongside Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Oby Ezekwesili, Abike Dabiri, and Amina J. Mohammed).
Alex Okoroji has been featured and mentioned in over 250 media platforms around the world, such as Huffington Post, The Guardian, CNN, The Telegraph, Mogul, The Sun, The New York Journal, Fox, ABC, NBC, and Market Watch. She was the first African woman to be featured in the Women Rock Project in 2016.
Beena Unnikrishnan
Beena Unnikrishnan is an Artpreneur, a high-profile professional, artist, and serial entrepreneur in India. Beena brings extensive experience of 28 years in diversified multi-functional arts and industries. An ardent believer in the economic empowerment and financial independence of all artists, craftspeople, and rural artisans, her successful career is testimony to the synergies that can be unleashed between art and commerce.
She envisions fostering a culturally vibrant nation through accredited growth of Art and bringing financial freedom to all artists. She has curated her drive into a robust national campaign supported by art veterans and industry stalwarts, launched by none other than Union Cabinet Minister Shri Nitin Gadkari.
Under the aegis of the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises, this project for economically independent artists will develop Art & Craft-based industries across rural-urban artistic clusters, creating 1000 women-owned enterprises. Training and support programs will be conducted in 700 districts of India to create a million entrepreneurial opportunities for women artists by December 2022.
Patricia Gonzalez
Patricia Gonzalez is an Independent Board Member of The American Society of Mexico, Britcham, and the WEF Iberoamerica edition. She also serves as Vice-Chair of the Global Summit of Women in Mexico. Additionally, Patricia is on the advisory council of the EBC College, EXEB Foundation, Women in Finance, and several non-profit organizations. Previously, she was a tax services partner at PwC for 30 years and became the first female partner in Latin America in 1989.
She successfully led various areas, including Tax Policy, Financial Services, Client Tax Services, and Corporate Responsibility. With 40 years of experience in business, risk management, automation, robotics for processes, financial services, finance, innovation, consumer products, strategy, and international and national taxes,
Patricia sat on the PwC Global Board for more than four years (which comprised only 16 seats), representing 10,000 partners worldwide. She mentors several talents in Mexico and members of the Hispanic community in the United States. Patricia has extensive knowledge of business strategy and development, diversity, equity, and advocacy for women’s equity, equality, equal pay, and opportunities for them.
Mapulane phohleli
Mapulane Phohleli is known for her dedication to the empowerment of women and girls through the power of sports. She is the Founder and President of Motšeeo Football Club, a non-profit entity birthed in the Kingdom of Lesotho, which includes every woman from any background, culture, or social standing. “At Motšeeo FC, we strongly believe that
sporting activities have enormous power to generate real social, economic, and environmental change, contributing to sustainable development, social cohesion, and changing mindsets and prejudices,” she states. The club brings global women together to exchange ideas on improving life for all, emancipating women from all walks of life, and extending a helping hand to marginalised and vulnerable women and children in communities using the power of sports for social development and peacebuilding. Mot’seeo FC has representation in different countries including India, Canada, Brazil, USA, South Africa, Uganda, Austria and has also partnered with global united FC from Germany. Mapulane also plays for the team under her football name “Freeze.” An avid sports enthusiast, she also trained in Taekwondo and played tennis growing up and is a self-taught swimmer. She authored “Overcome Aqua-Phobia” which is about learning to swim in 27 simple steps.
Julia Dudenko
Julia Dudenko, Group CISO, Haniel, Global Ambassador for the Global Council for Responsible AI (Germany), and Chair of Oneness and Wisdom, is a visionary leader at the intersection of cybersecurity, digital transformation, and global unity. She leads global efforts to nurture diverse leadership, collective wisdom, and a prosperous, human-centered future.
With over 20 years of experience across continents, cultures, and industries, Julia brings a rare blend of technical mastery, cultural depth, and strategic foresight. At Haniel, she directs initiatives focused on digital trust and responsible AI, ensuring that innovation empowers and connects people rather than creating division.
Her work spans geographies, rooted in her Ukrainian heritage and shaped by a global perspective. She is deeply committed to building inclusive systems where every voice is heard and contributes to a shared vision of progress. Julia’s mission is to integrate advanced technology with enduring human values such as wisdom, unity, and compassion.
Anila Hussain
Anila Hussain is a Creative Consultant and Entrepreneur; her influence catapulted her company into an international brand that continues to orchestrate couture collections at prestigious events in Switzerland, London, the UAE, Pakistan, and Australia.
Born in Pakistan and settled in Switzerland, Anila flourished both as an educator and fashion consultant, carving her niche in the European fashion scene. From a national-level gymnast to a Montessori International Educator and consultant, her journey reflects an insatiable thirst for knowledge, excellence, and growth. Driven by purpose and passion, Anila is a natural at networking, embodying an ease in connecting with people, engaging and empowering communities with purpose and passion. A tireless advocate of gender equality, Anila is dedicated to supporting underserved women, striving to create sustainable livelihoods through ardent entrepreneurial and educational endeavors. Anila’s journey is a blend of creativity, business acumen, community building, civic engagement, and a profound commitment to societal progress. With deep roots in the East, Anila understands the challenges faced by women at the cusp of tradition and modernity. She leverages her education and experience in the West to help bridge cultural gaps and enrich cross-cultural exchange, which is vital for people across the world to come together in peace and harmony, and to work and build together in solidarity and prosperity for all.
Mar Introini
Mar Introini is a Barrister, Blogger, and Political Analyst, an Italian citizen with a legal background as a former Public Attorney specialized in Minor Offenders. She holds the position of National Secretary, nominated by the Executive Board of the National Presidency with approval from the House of Representatives.
With a strong sense of independent thinking and a constant drive for learning, coupled with cross-cultural experiences from living in cities such as Montevideo, London, Brussels, Geneva, Malaga, and Madrid, she brings an inclusive perspective on multiculturalism.
She is passionate about developing a reshaped model of globalization with a holistic approach to building resilience and sustainability around societal vulnerabilities, transcending mere political perspectives—gained through her work with a Political Party for 10 years.
Mireille Toulekima
Mireille Toulekima is a senior energy professional, petroleum engineer, and women’s empowerment advocate. Mireille is the Managing Director of the Perth, Australia-based energy company MT Energy Resources Ltd. Her experience spans 4 continents, as she has worked on billion-dollar projects for multinational, international, and government companies across Australia, Africa, Asia, and Europe in a range of technical and leadership roles for more than 20 years.
She founded STEM Queens in Uganda and Australia in 2018 and 2020, respectively, with the objective of reaching out to and sponsoring African and Indigenous Australian girls and women to embrace STEM and increase women’s participation in STEM sectors.
STEM Queens has the objective of empowering at least one million women and girls in STEM by 2025. She has published three books, including “Local Content: Key Enabler for Oil and Gas Projects in Emerging Markets: Investing, Developing, and Providing Oversight in Countries of Operation,” which is now a reference book in universities and organizations across Europe and Africa.
Linda Pereira
Linda Pereira is the Senior Partner and President of the L&I Communications Group and also the CEO of CPL Events. She was considered one of Portugal’s five most influential people in the industry and has received various international education awards, as well as the Medal of Honour for Responsible Entrepreneurship for her commitment to promoting culture, heritage, and Social Responsibility initiatives. She has been an invited speaker in over 149 countries across all continents. As a speaker, consultant, strategic communication expert, writer, and educator, she is known as a Message Architect and Entrepreneur, International Consultant, Trainer, and Meeting Industry Expert. She is an expert in strategic communication, corporate diplomacy, and has vast experience in cross-cultural communication strategies, localization, public speaking, and serving as a master of ceremonies.
She has worked on major events that have marked the last 30 years of modern history, including World Expos, Football and Sports Championships, various EU Presidencies, and major political events. She is also an invited lecturer at five different international universities where she teaches strategic meetings management, corporate diplomacy, and protocol.
Sharon Cittone
Sharon Cittone is one of Forbes’ most powerful women shaping the future of food. A visionary entrepreneur, she also sits on the Advisory Board of the World Food Programme in Italy, is a Mentor for both Rockstart Agrifood and the FoodTech Accelerator, and is often invited to speak and write on the topic of Food Innovation.
Sharon understood early on that her passion for healthy food was part of a much larger picture, and that challenges like climate change, food insecurity, waste, water conservation, and soil regeneration were intimately related and ripe for disruption. Using her extensive experience in communications and business, Sharon has been at the forefront of building and growing the global food and agtech ecosystem for the better part of a decade.
Her work with start-ups, corporations, investors, policymakers, institutions, and youth landed her the coveted Forbes title. Cittone believes in connecting the dots, creating opportunities for others, and facilitating the collaboration that will lead to systemic change within the food system.
Annabella Nassetti
Annabella Nassetti is an international luxury interior and product designer born and educated in Italy and living in London since 1997. She has worked on projects across the world and achieved a world-class reputation in delivering unique interiors for private clients and property developers for some of the most notable addresses in the UK and abroad viz.
in the EU, California, Switzerland, and Indonesia – including that of Chalerm Yoovidhya, founder of the Red Bull energy drink; Sir Patrick Head, co-founder and former Engineering Director of the Williams Martini Formula One team; Patrick Crowley, Hollywood film producer of Bourne Ultimatum and Jurassic World; Pranav Trivedi Head of Skadden UK; Celebrity Chef, Judy Joo; and Sanaz Zaimi, CEO, Bank of America Europe.
Annabella’s international background influences the way she sees things, as she understands and appreciates different cultures and their icons. Her design studio, A Living Concept, is a noted architecture atelier that specializes in transforming luxury properties in the UK and abroad.
Garima Agarwal
Garima Agarwal is an Interior Designer & Consultant, her exceptional design prowess has notably advanced her career in the hospitality sector, collaborating with prestigious brands such as Hyatt. She is currently developing a five-star hotel with 95 rooms in the hills, exemplifying her visionary approach. Her collaboration with Club Mahindra has resulted in a well-established 63-room hotel, running successfully for 18 years. Additionally, her work with Isprava in developing villas for lease and rent, as well as her projects with Kanatal Resorts & Spa, underscores her deep passion and expertise in the hospitality industry. Garima stands as a distinguished Interior Designer and Entrepreneur with over 15 years of expertise in furniture manufacturing. By collaborating with local artisans, she has significantly contributed to the Indian government’s “Vocal for Local” initiative, championing indigenous craftsmanship. She has been honored with numerous accolades, including the esteemed Revered 100 Women in MSME award, presented by distinguished Indian Ministers, and the National Architecture Award for her groundbreaking design initiatives.
Bodil Valero
Bodil Valero is a former Member, Swedish Parliament, and European Parliament from 2014 until 2019. She is a member of the Green Party, part of the European Green Party. At the EU Parliament, she served as the green coordinator in the Security and Defence Committee, and was also responsible for migration and foreign affairs, and later of global justice issues such as climate, peace, aid, trade, arms exports and more.
She is committed to finding open, decent and humane policies as solutions to issues of economic migration including refugees, human rights and especially rights of minorities.
She aspires to reduce the risks of conflict, fight against poverty, and encourage fair trade and climate justice. Part of her past lies in Catalonia, where she started one of the very first ecological, organic crop farms high up in the mountains.
H.E. Natalia Royo de Hagerman
H.E. Natalia Royo de Hagerman is a former Ambassador and public figure, Excellency Natalia comes from a legacy of political and diplomatic leadership. Excellency Royo has held several positions in the Panamanian foreign service and international organizations. In her last position as Ambassador of Panama in the UK and Ireland, she was in charge of lobby and negotiations to elect a Panamanian as Secretary General to the International Maritime Organization (IMO). During her tenure she was elected Vice President of Women in Diplomacy organisation and representative of latin american countries to negotiate multilateral and regional cooperation in the UK. During her tenure, she achieved the increase of scholarships awarded by government, foundations and private universities in the UK and Ireland, the hiring of seafarers in multinational shipping companies, the establishment of new UK and Irish companies in Panama to operate regionally and the cooperation from UK gov to projects related to the protection of the environment.
Datin Hartini Binti Osman
Datin Hartini Binti Osman is the Director/Group MD, PRIHATIN EHSAN HOLDINGS SDN BHD, an Investment and Property Development company owned by Yayasan Bina Kesejahteraan (YBCare) and Seri Mendapat Project Management Sdn Bhd (SMPM) which was established in 1998.
Prihatin Ehsan has invested and managed YBCare and SMPM business with 50% owned equity in Permodalan YBK Sdn Bhd (PYBK). PYBK has a land bank about 1,624 acres in Mukim Serendah. The land has been approved for mixed development with potential value of about RM8 billion. It also has wholly owned equity in Wana Properties Sdn Bhd (WPSB), a company involved in the HOTELIER AND PROPERTY INVESTMENT and owned a 3 star hotel i.e. Tun Fatimah Riverside Hotel.
She is the Group CEO for PERMODALAN YBK SDN BHD (PYBK) (Investment arm for Yayasan Basmi Kemiskinan Selangor (YBK) (Poverty Eradication Foundation), a non- profit organization/foundation established in 1990 to eradicate poverty programmes in the State of Selangor, Kuala Lumpur and whole of Malaysia. PYBK owned approximately 1,624 acres of land with approved mixed development in Bukit Tasik Serendah, Mukim of Serendah, District of Hulu Selangor, Malaysia.
Paulina Chotrova
Paulina Chotrova is an influential leader in technology, business, and innovation. As Group Chief Executive Officer of PSK Group, Paulina drives innovation, digital transformation, and sustainable business practices, ensuring the company stays at the forefront of technological advancements. Her outstanding contributions to the company earned her a spot in the prestigious 40 under 40 award, recognizing her leadership and impact in the industry. As the President and Founder of Women in Deep Tech, she has created a leading platform that supports and promotes women in technology, helping them lead in cutting-edge industries. Through her leadership, she has directly impacted over 10,000 women in science and technology, providing them with the resources, mentorship, and opportunities to excel. Her reach extends to more than 200,000 women working across the IT, innovation, and GIG industries, empowering them to thrive and lead in these rapidly evolving sectors.
Rinawati Prihatiningsih
Rinawati Prihatiningsih is the Co-Partner and Chief Operating Officer of PT Infinitie Berkah Energi, where she drives the company’s mission to provide fuel and energy solutions to diverse industries. She also serves as Principal at CV Hako Mulia Abadi, overseeing property leasing and sales operations. Beyond her business endeavors, Rinawati is deeply committed to women’s empowerment. Since 2019, she has served as Co-Chair of G20 Empower Indonesia, working to advance gender equality and elevate the role of women in business and economic development.
As Deputy Chair for Manpower, Research, and Development at the Indonesian Business Women’s Association (IWAPI), she leads initiatives in policy development, manpower strategies, and research with a focus on inclusivity. In her capacity as Deputy Head of the Committee for APEC and Economic International Organization at Kadin Indonesia, Rinawati represents Indonesia’s business interests on the global stage, contributing to the shaping of international economic policies and partnerships.
Dr. Anita C Powell
Anita is the Founder of the TAPN2U, a movement for Peace and Empowerment. Anita received the prestigious US President’s Lifetime Achievement Award in 2024. She was also honored with a Tribute from the Governor of Michigan for her impactful peace initiatives, culminating in the founding of a Global Peace Day. As the visionary behind the Global TAPN2U Peace Partner Movement, Anita is dedicated to fostering peace and unity worldwide.
Driven by her mission to champion inner and global peace, Anita believes that Inner Personal Enhancement is key to the betterment of self, the world, and humanity. Through coaching, consulting, volunteering, and speaking, especially with outreach to young people, she shares her transformative message of empowerment, self-awareness, and peace.
H.E. Josefa González Blanco Ortiz Mena
H.E. Josefa González Blanco Ortiz Mena is a prominent Mexican diplomat, environmentalist, and public official currently serving as Mexico’s Ambassador to the United Kingdom. Born in Mexico City, she holds a Law degree from Anáhuac University and a Master’s in Transformative Arts from John F. Kennedy University, Berkeley. She also studied at the Centre for Diplomatic and Strategic Studies in Paris, France.
Throughout her career, González-Blanco has championed environmental conservation and cultural initiatives. She founded Aluxes Ecoparque Palenque, where she led the first successful reintroduction program for the scarlet macaw, reviving a species extinct in the region for over 70 years. Her contributions extend to wildlife conservation and sustainable development policies.
Dr. Savita Sengar
Dr. Savita Sengar, Chancellor of Jharkhand Rai University (JRU), India, is a distinguished academician, an accomplished academic administrator, and an architect by education.
Dr. Sengar is dedicated to bridging the gap between education and community development. She actively works to make skill-based learning accessible to students across Jharkhand and neighboring states, ensuring they are equipped with industry-relevant knowledge.
As a thought leader in the education sector, Dr. Savita holds several other leadership positions of eminence and influence. She is a member of the Board of Management of a Central University in Lucknow, nominated by the Hon’ble President of India. Additionally, she serves on the Board of Governors of the Board of Practical Training Eastern Region, Ministry of Education, Government of India, and is a member of the Governing Council of the Association of Indian Universities.