Category Archives: Business Leader

Richard Barnes, Founder & CEO of Select Research, on Body Volume Index (BVI)

Richard Barnes is the Founder and CEO of Select Research, focused on advancing digital health innovation.
He pioneered the development of the Body Volume Index (BVI), a next-generation health assessment designed to provide a more accurate alternative to the traditional Body Mass Index (BMI).

Shanil Ebrahim, Partner & Head of AI Strategy, Deloitte Canada

Shanil Ebrahim is the Partner and Head of AI Strategy at Deloitte Canada, helping organizations develop and scale enterprise AI initiatives.
He specializes in AI strategy, digital transformation, and guiding leaders from AI experimentation to organization-wide adoption and measurable business impact.

Michael Ambrosino, Partner at Access Ventures, on Servant Leadership & Venture Success

Michael Ambrosino is a Partner at Access Ventures, where he invests in innovative companies and helps build high-performing leadership teams.
From his early years as a competitive athlete in the Bronx, he developed the resilience, discipline, and self-agency that have shaped his entrepreneurial and investment career.

Prof. Chua Kee Chaing, President of the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), on Applied Learning and Innovation

Chua Kee Chaing is the President of the Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT), leading its vision for applied, industry-focused higher education.
With extensive experience in academia and engineering, he has played a key role in advancing innovation, research, and university–industry collaboration.

Dr. Sam Schrevel, Postdoctoral Researcher, Leiden University Medical Center

Sam Schrevel is a healthcare researcher and academic whose work focuses on public health, qualitative research, and the social determinants of health.
His research examines how poverty, inequality, and public policy influence health outcomes, particularly within the healthcare and social support systems of the Netherlands.

Prof. Sanjeevikumar Padmanaban, Full Professor at the University of South-Eastern Norway

Sanjeevikumar Padmanaban is a distinguished professor and researcher specializing in electrical power engineering, power electronics, and renewable energy systems.
His pioneering research focuses on integrating advanced power technologies, smart grids, artificial intelligence, and sustainable energy solutions.

Insights from David Shami, Co-Founder & Managing Partner, Consumer Justice Law Firm

David Shami is the Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Consumer Justice Law Firm in the United States.
He is dedicated to protecting consumer rights, with a strong focus on cases involving inaccurate background checks, credit reports, and fair reporting practices.

Steve ‘Moby’ Leitch, Ultra Marathon Channel Swimmer & Founder of Beyond the Shoreline

Steve ‘Moby’ Leitch is an ultramarathon channel swimmer, motivational speaker, author, and the founder of Beyond the Shoreline.
After overcoming addiction and rebuilding his life, he transformed personal adversity into a mission of resilience, purpose, and hope.

Simon Pereira Shorey, Founder of the International Foundation for the Displaced

Simon Pereira Shorey is a humanitarian leader dedicated to improving the lives of displaced people and vulnerable communities worldwide.
He is the driving force behind the International Foundation for the Displaced, focused on supporting refugees and displaced populations through sustainable initiatives.

Dr. Celia Merzbacher, Executive Director, Quantum Economic Development Consortium (QED-C)

Quantum technology leader has built a multidisciplinary career spanning scientific research, public policy, and industry leadership, with a focus on emerging technologies.
Their expertise includes quantum computing, post-quantum cybersecurity, and the intersection of science, innovation, and policy.