Category Archives: USA

Matt Soule, Co-Founder & CEO of Parallel Systems, on Innovation in Transportation

Transforming Freight Rail: Exploring how Parallel Systems is reimagining traditional freight transportation through innovative technology.
Aerospace Experience: Drawing on valuable lessons from aerospace and SpaceX to approach complex transportation challenges differently.

Helena Wasserman, Co-Founder of Investors for Climate & Unstoppable

Climate Investment Leader: Co-Founder of Investors for Climate and Unstoppable, driving innovative approaches to climate-focused investing.
Multicultural Perspective: Draws on her Italian-Swiss upbringing to bring diverse perspectives to leadership and business.

Monique DeMonaco, Life, Leadership & Career Coach, Founder of EQ Wize

Monique DiMonaco is a Life, Leadership & Career Coach and the Founder of EQ Wize, dedicated to helping individuals and leaders develop emotional intelligence.
She specializes in emotional intelligence (EQ), leadership development, career coaching, and building resilience for success in a rapidly changing workplace.

Discovering Ancestry and Adventure: Brigid Kennedy, Author of Lost: The Lost City of Incan Gold

Brigid Kennedy is an author, violin teacher, and educator who inspires readers through engaging storytelling rooted in history, adventure, and family values.
She is the author of Lost: The Lost City of Incan Gold, her debut novel that blends historical intrigue with imaginative fiction.

Dr. Suzanne Steinbaum, CEO & Founder of Heart-Tech Health: Revolutionizing Women’s Heart Care Through Innovation

Suzanne Steinbaum is a renowned cardiologist and the founder of Heart-Tech Health, dedicated to improving preventive heart care.
She is a leading advocate for women’s heart health, raising awareness about gender-specific cardiovascular risks and promoting early detection and prevention.

Scarlett Stanhope, The Biz Hippie: Mastering Money & Mindset for Coaches and Creatives

Scarlett Stanhope, widely known as The Biz Hippie, helps creative professionals develop healthier relationships with money, success, and personal growth.
After a successful corporate career, she transitioned into coaching, combining practical financial strategies with mindfulness and spiritual principles.

Stephen Rolle, Entrepreneur, Investor & Podcast Host

Stephen Rolle is an entrepreneur, investor, and podcast host who has built businesses generating more than $100 million in sales.
Rising from a low-income upbringing in Washington, D.C., he is a strong advocate for personal agency, resilience, and creating opportunities through entrepreneurship.

Indrani Pal-Chaudhuri, Founder & Chief Vision Officer, Open Origin: From Global Citizenship to Regenerative Leadership

Indrani Pal-Chaudhuri is the Founder and Chief Vision Officer of Open Origin, focused on advancing sustainability and systems change.
She is an acclaimed filmmaker and social impact leader whose work bridges storytelling, climate action, and global collaboration.

How Ela Thier, Founder of The Independent Film School

Ela Thier is a writer, director, educator, and the founder of the The Independent Film School, dedicated to nurturing independent filmmakers.
She is the author of How to Fail as an Artist, offering candid insights into creativity, resilience, and the realities of an artistic career.

Thorsten: Venture Capital Leader & Innovator | From Deutsche Telekom to the NATO Innovation Fund & Thinkstorm Ventures

Thorsten is a technology leader, venture capitalist, and hands-on builder with a career spanning innovation, entrepreneurship, and global business.
He has built and scaled technology ventures while investing in founders and emerging technologies that create long-term value.