NOMINEES 2025
NOMINEES
2025
PIONEERS
PIONEERS
Dr. Hayat Sindi
Dr. Hayat Sindi
Biotechnologist and Medical Scientist
Saudi Arabian biotechnologist and medical scientist, renowned as one of the world’s leading experts in biotechnology and a global advocate for science and technology. UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador. UN Scientific Advisory board member. She has received numerous prestigious awards and honors, including being named one of Newsweek's "150 Women Who Shake the World" and Forbes’ most powerful Arab women.
Saudi Arabian biotechnologist and medical scientist, renowned as one of the world’s leading experts in biotechnology and a global advocate for science and technology. UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador. UN Scientific Advisory board member. She has received numerous prestigious awards and honors, including being named one of Newsweek's "150 Women Who Shake the World" and Forbes’ most powerful Arab women.
Keith Rabois
Keith Rabois
Technology Executive and Investor
American technology executive and investor. He is a managing director at Khosla Ventures and a member of the "PayPal Mafia," a group of ex-PayPal employees and founders, including Peter Thiel and Elon Musk. He is widely known for his early-stage startup investments and his executive roles at PayPal, LinkedIn, Slide, and Square. Rabois invested in Yelp and the Xoom Corporation prior to each company's initial public offering.
American technology executive and investor. He is a managing director at Khosla Ventures and a member of the "PayPal Mafia," a group of ex-PayPal employees and founders, including Peter Thiel and Elon Musk. He is widely known for his early-stage startup investments and his executive roles at PayPal, LinkedIn, Slide, and Square. Rabois invested in Yelp and the Xoom Corporation prior to each company's initial public offering.
Susan Rockefeller
Susan Rockefeller
Entrepreneur and Conservationist
Award-winning documentary filmmaker, artist, longstanding philanthropist and conservationist. Her latest endeavor, Musings is a digital magazine that curates ideas and innovations that pave the way for a more sustainable future. As the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Musings, Susan offers a portal to vetted products and brands that are pioneers in health, environmental, and social consciousness.
Award-winning documentary filmmaker, artist, longstanding philanthropist and conservationist. Her latest endeavor, Musings is a digital magazine that curates ideas and innovations that pave the way for a more sustainable future. As the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of Musings, Susan offers a portal to vetted products and brands that are pioneers in health, environmental, and social consciousness.
Lea d'Auriol
Lea d'Auriol
Social Entrepreneur and Conservationist
Social entrepreneur, conservationist, and international speaker, she founded Oceanic Global in 2016 in her mid twenties. In addition to growing the organization’s impact across 55 countries worldwide.
Social entrepreneur, conservationist, and international speaker, she founded Oceanic Global in 2016 in her mid twenties. In addition to growing the organization’s impact across 55 countries worldwide.
Peter Vesterbacka
Peter Vesterbacka
Game Designer
Peter Vesterbacka is the creator of the wildly successful Angry Birds franchise and over 50 other games, which has been downloaded over 3 billion times and expanded into movies, television, theme parks, and more before being acquired by Sega last year.
Peter Vesterbacka is the creator of the wildly successful Angry Birds franchise and over 50 other games, which has been downloaded over 3 billion times and expanded into movies, television, theme parks, and more before being acquired by Sega last year.
LEADERS
LEADERS
Robert Keith Rae
Robert Keith Rae
President of United Nations Economic and Social Council
President of United Nations Economic and Social Council
Robert Keith Rae is a Canadian diplomat and former politician who is the current Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations since 2020, has been elected president of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
Robert Keith Rae is a Canadian diplomat and former politician who is the current Canadian Ambassador to the United Nations since 2020, has been elected president of the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
Thilmeeza Hussain
Thilmeeza Hussain
Director of the Regional Commissions New York Office (RCNYO)
Director of the Regional Commissions New York Office (RCNYO)
Thilmeeza Hussain is the new Director of the Regional Commissions New York Office (RCNYO). Hussain served as the Permanent Representative of the Maldives to the UN from 2019 to 2023. She was also the Special Envoy of the President of the 76th UN General Assembly from 2021 to 2022.
Thilmeeza Hussain is the new Director of the Regional Commissions New York Office (RCNYO). Hussain served as the Permanent Representative of the Maldives to the UN from 2019 to 2023. She was also the Special Envoy of the President of the 76th UN General Assembly from 2021 to 2022.
Dan Thomas
Dan Thomas
Chief Communications Officer at United Nations Global Compact
Chief Communications Officer at United Nations Global Compact
Chief Communications Officer at the United Nations Global Compact. Previously, he served as Director of Communications and Spokesperson for the President of the UN General Assembly and led communications for the UN Secretary-General's Climate Change Support Team.
Chief Communications Officer at the United Nations Global Compact. Previously, he served as Director of Communications and Spokesperson for the President of the UN General Assembly and led communications for the UN Secretary-General's Climate Change Support Team.
Farah Mohamed
Farah Mohamed
CEO of The King’s Trust
CEO of The King’s Trust
Canadian women's rights activist, public speaker, and business leader who founded G20, an annual event to bring together women from across the world. CEO of The King’s Trust Canada. She has previously served as the CEO of the Malala Fund.
Canadian women's rights activist, public speaker, and business leader who founded G20, an annual event to bring together women from across the world. CEO of The King’s Trust Canada. She has previously served as the CEO of the Malala Fund.
Commissioner
Commissioner
Jacob Helberg is an American author and technology advisor. Helberg currently serves as a commissioner for the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission, and senior advisor to Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir Technologies.
Jacob Helberg is an American author and technology advisor. Helberg currently serves as a commissioner for the U.S.-China Economic and Security Review Commission, and senior advisor to Alex Karp, CEO of Palantir Technologies.
Director, Football Relations at FIFA
Director, Football Relations at FIFA
Ornella is currently the Director of Professional Football Relations and Development at FIFA. She has a truly international experience within the global sports industry, having worked for football clubs, leading law firms, and sports institutions in five different countries.
Ornella is currently the Director of Professional Football Relations and Development at FIFA. She has a truly international experience within the global sports industry, having worked for football clubs, leading law firms, and sports institutions in five different countries.
Gustavo Figueirôa
Gustavo Figueirôa
Director of Communication and Engagement, S.O.S Pantanal Institute
Director of Communication and Engagement, S.O.S Pantanal Institute
Gustavo is a Biologist, a specialist in Wildlife Management and Conservation. Gustavo has been on the frontline of the wildfires of 2020, 2021, and recently 2023 in the Pantanal, working with wildlife rescue, firefighting, and documenting & publishing field-based information.
Gustavo is a Biologist, a specialist in Wildlife Management and Conservation. Gustavo has been on the frontline of the wildfires of 2020, 2021, and recently 2023 in the Pantanal, working with wildlife rescue, firefighting, and documenting & publishing field-based information.
Army Officer
Army Officer
Serhii Yaroslavovych Volynskyi, also known as Serhii Volyna is a Ukrainian officer, Hero of Ukraine, known for his role during the siege of Mariupol, in which he commanded the 36th Separate Marine Brigade.
Serhii Yaroslavovych Volynskyi, also known as Serhii Volyna is a Ukrainian officer, Hero of Ukraine, known for his role during the siege of Mariupol, in which he commanded the 36th Separate Marine Brigade.
BUSINESS & INNOVATION
BUSINESS & INNOVATION
Bioinformatician and Entrepreneur
Bioinformatician and Entrepreneur
Cathy Tie is a Canadian bioinformatician and entrepreneur, the founder of Ranomics, a genetic screening company, and of Locke Bio, a telemedicine company, both based in Toronto.
Cathy Tie is a Canadian bioinformatician and entrepreneur, the founder of Ranomics, a genetic screening company, and of Locke Bio, a telemedicine company, both based in Toronto.
President of Enterprise
Keith A. Grossman, President of Enterprise at MoonPay. Previously served as President of TIME and the Global Chief Revenue Officer for Bloomberg Media.
Keith A. Grossman, President of Enterprise at MoonPay. Previously served as President of TIME and the Global Chief Revenue Officer for Bloomberg Media.
CEO, VML West
CEO, VML West
Emily Chang is a global leader with 24 years of experience across tech, retail, and hospitality. Her roles have included CEO of McCann China, CMO of Starbucks China, and the first Apple Retail executive in China.
Emily Chang is a global leader with 24 years of experience across tech, retail, and hospitality. Her roles have included CEO of McCann China, CMO of Starbucks China, and the first Apple Retail executive in China.
Christine Amour-Levar
Christine Amour-Levar
Philanthropist and human rights advocate
Philanthropist and human rights advocate
Christine Amour-Levar is a French-Swiss-Filipina philanthropist, adventurer, author and human rights advocate. She has built a global career as a social entrepreneur and intent on solving some of the world’s most pressing issues.
Christine Amour-Levar is a French-Swiss-Filipina philanthropist, adventurer, author and human rights advocate. She has built a global career as a social entrepreneur and intent on solving some of the world’s most pressing issues.
Businessman and the CEO
Businessman and the CEO
Massad Boulos is a Lebanese-born businessman and the CEO of both SCOA Nigeria, a conglomerate, and Boulos Enterprises, a Nigerian distribution, assembly, and trading company.
Massad Boulos is a Lebanese-born businessman and the CEO of both SCOA Nigeria, a conglomerate, and Boulos Enterprises, a Nigerian distribution, assembly, and trading company.
Technology Founder & Board President
Technology Founder & Board President
Raluca is an award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder & Board President at PairedWorld, a protocol that marks the next evolution of blockchain for positive social change, garnering support from industry leaders worldwide.
Raluca is an award-winning entrepreneur and the Founder & Board President at PairedWorld, a protocol that marks the next evolution of blockchain for positive social change, garnering support from industry leaders worldwide.
Patrick Finnegan
Patrick Finnegan
Venture Capitalist, Entrepreneur
Venture Capitalist, Entrepreneur
Patrick Finnegan is a venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and art collector based in New York. As the founder of Intuition Capital, he has invested in over 70 companies, including Lyft, Hims, and PicsArt, demonstrating his knack for identifying transformative ventures.
Patrick Finnegan is a venture capitalist, entrepreneur, and art collector based in New York. As the founder of Intuition Capital, he has invested in over 70 companies, including Lyft, Hims, and PicsArt, demonstrating his knack for identifying transformative ventures.
Cristiana Arcangeli
Cristiana Arcangeli
Serial Entrepreneur and Journalist
Serial Entrepreneur and Journalist
Brazilian serial entrepreneur and host at the reality show Shark Tank Brazil since the first season. She is an VC investor on her own investment fund Phenix, teacher, writer and international speaker.
Brazilian serial entrepreneur and host at the reality show Shark Tank Brazil since the first season. She is an VC investor on her own investment fund Phenix, teacher, writer and international speaker.
Gary Brecka
Gary Brecka
Human Biologist
Human Biologist
Gary Brecka is a Human Biologist, biohacker, researcher, and an anti-aging and longevity expert and Co-Founder of 10X Health Systems. He has over 2 decades of Bio-Hacking and functional medicine experience.
Gary Brecka is a Human Biologist, biohacker, researcher, and an anti-aging and longevity expert and Co-Founder of 10X Health Systems. He has over 2 decades of Bio-Hacking and functional medicine experience.
CEO Gift Global Initiative
CEO Gift Global Initiative
Human rights advocate with over a decade of leadership in international human rights, humanitarian relief, and children’s rights. As CEO of GIFT Global Initiative, Manna works tirelessly to combat exploitation, poverty, and injustice by empowering vulnerable communities.
Human rights advocate with over a decade of leadership in international human rights, humanitarian relief, and children’s rights. As CEO of GIFT Global Initiative, Manna works tirelessly to combat exploitation, poverty, and injustice by empowering vulnerable communities.
Mykola Udianskyi
Mykola Udianskyi
Technology Entrepreneur
Technology Entrepreneur
Ukrainian IT entrepreneur, scientist, co-owner of Parlament Media Group, co-founder and co-owner of Coinsbit cryptocurrency exchange, former owner of LocalTrade trading platform, Doctor of Philosophy.
Ukrainian IT entrepreneur, scientist, co-owner of Parlament Media Group, co-founder and co-owner of Coinsbit cryptocurrency exchange, former owner of LocalTrade trading platform, Doctor of Philosophy.
Heather Odendaal
Heather Odendaal
Founder & CEO
Heather Odendaal is an accomplished Canadian entrepreneur, brand builder and event producer whose experience in corporate environments inspired her to create and co-found WNORTH.
Heather Odendaal is an accomplished Canadian entrepreneur, brand builder and event producer whose experience in corporate environments inspired her to create and co-found WNORTH.
Flavien Neyertz
Flavien Neyertz
Designer
Designer
Multiple award-winning designer specializing in interior architecture and product design. Based in Monaco, he is the founder and CEO of COBALT Motors. Neyertz has achieved significant recognition for his innovative designs.
Multiple award-winning designer specializing in interior architecture and product design. Based in Monaco, he is the founder and CEO of COBALT Motors. Neyertz has achieved significant recognition for his innovative designs.
Founder & CEO Sens.ai
Founder & CEO Sens.ai
Serial tech entrepreneur with a passion for harnessing technology for human performance, resilience and longevity. She is the CEO and Founder of Sens.ai, a neurotechnology company with the mission of making mental thriving part of everyone’s every day.
Serial tech entrepreneur with a passion for harnessing technology for human performance, resilience and longevity. She is the CEO and Founder of Sens.ai, a neurotechnology company with the mission of making mental thriving part of everyone’s every day.
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer
Experienced Chief Executive Officer of Barry's Bootcamp, with a demonstrated history of working in the health wellness and fitness industry.
Experienced Chief Executive Officer of Barry's Bootcamp, with a demonstrated history of working in the health wellness and fitness industry.
Chairman – GIFT Global Initiative
Chairman – GIFT Global Initiative
Global Ambassador of Royal Family Office UAE. Diplomat and the Chairman of Gift Global Initiative, a global non-profit charitable organization.
Global Ambassador of Royal Family Office UAE. Diplomat and the Chairman of Gift Global Initiative, a global non-profit charitable organization.
ATHLETES
ATHLETES
Ex-football athlete, universally recognized as one of the elite players of his era. Among the globe's most renowned sports personalities. Became the youngest representative for the UN World Food Programme back in 2004.
Ex-football athlete, universally recognized as one of the elite players of his era. Among the globe's most renowned sports personalities. Became the youngest representative for the UN World Food Programme back in 2004.
Lady Merle Liivand
Lady Merle Liivand
Swimmer
Swimmer
World record-breaking open water and ice swimmer, eco-advocate, and “Mermaid.” Known for her endurance, Merle holds multiple Guinness World Records for swimming the longest distance in a monofin.
World record-breaking open water and ice swimmer, eco-advocate, and “Mermaid.” Known for her endurance, Merle holds multiple Guinness World Records for swimming the longest distance in a monofin.
Tennis Player
Tennis Player
Professional tennis player. Founder of High Impact Athletes (HIA) is a nonprofit that spreads the ideas of effective altruism among professional athletes and encourages them to pledge to donate a percentage of their income to effective charities.
Professional tennis player. Founder of High Impact Athletes (HIA) is a nonprofit that spreads the ideas of effective altruism among professional athletes and encourages them to pledge to donate a percentage of their income to effective charities.
Professional Boxer
Professional Boxer
Norair Mikaelian, better known as Noel Gevor Mikaelian, is an Armenian-German professional boxer who is the current WBC cruiserweight world champion, holding the title since November 2023.
Norair Mikaelian, better known as Noel Gevor Mikaelian, is an Armenian-German professional boxer who is the current WBC cruiserweight world champion, holding the title since November 2023.
Alpinist
Alpinist
Guinness World Record holder as fastest ascent of the top three highest mountains in the world. Climbed all three mountains in a total of 1 year. She also became the first Latin American woman to successfully summit K2.
Guinness World Record holder as fastest ascent of the top three highest mountains in the world. Climbed all three mountains in a total of 1 year. She also became the first Latin American woman to successfully summit K2.
Soccer Player
Soccer Player
Darijo Srna is a Croatian former professional footballer and current director of football of Ukrainian Premier League club Shakhtar Donetsk.
Darijo Srna is a Croatian former professional footballer and current director of football of Ukrainian Premier League club Shakhtar Donetsk.
Cliff Diver
Cliff Diver
The first Swiss female to compete in the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. Elected High Diver of the Year by European Aquatics.
The first Swiss female to compete in the Red Bull Cliff Diving World Series. Elected High Diver of the Year by European Aquatics.
ART AND CULTURE IMPACT
ART AND CULTURE IMPACT
Kat Graham
Kat Graham
Actress and Singer
Actress and Singer
Kat Graham is an actress, singer, dancer, and producer. Working across various genres in film, television, and music, she is one of the most accomplished and versatile young talents today. Graham rose to fame in her early 20s, becoming a teen idol on the hit TV show The Vampire Diaries, where she played Bonnie Bennett on The CW's supernatural drama series.
Kat Graham is an actress, singer, dancer, and producer. Working across various genres in film, television, and music, she is one of the most accomplished and versatile young talents today. Graham rose to fame in her early 20s, becoming a teen idol on the hit TV show The Vampire Diaries, where she played Bonnie Bennett on The CW's supernatural drama series.
Barron Hilton II
Barron Hilton II
Actor and Socialite
Actor and Socialite
Distinguished hospitality executive, upholds the Hilton family legacy founded by his grandfather, Conrad Hilton. Known for his innovative approach, Barron has expanded Hilton’s global presence and enhanced guest experiences. Beyond business, Barron is actively involved in philanthropy, reflecting the Hilton family's dedication to community impact.
Distinguished hospitality executive, upholds the Hilton family legacy founded by his grandfather, Conrad Hilton. Known for his innovative approach, Barron has expanded Hilton’s global presence and enhanced guest experiences. Beyond business, Barron is actively involved in philanthropy, reflecting the Hilton family's dedication to community impact.
Francesca Dutton
Francesca Dutton
Film Producer
Film Producer
Film and television producer, CEO, and founder of London Girl Productions in Greater London, with over a decade of experience in entertainment and philanthropy. Also she serves as an ambassador and development board member for WellChild, supporting charity growth through sponsorships, events, and celebrity collaborations.
Film and television producer, CEO, and founder of London Girl Productions in Greater London, with over a decade of experience in entertainment and philanthropy. Also she serves as an ambassador and development board member for WellChild, supporting charity growth through sponsorships, events, and celebrity collaborations.
Ananya Birla
Ananya Birla
Singer-songwriter and Entrepreneur
Singer-songwriter and Entrepreneur
Indian singer-songwriter and entrepreneur. She launched the Ananya Birla Foundation to support mental health, equality, education, financial inclusion, climate change and humanitarian relief efforts.
Indian singer-songwriter and entrepreneur. She launched the Ananya Birla Foundation to support mental health, equality, education, financial inclusion, climate change and humanitarian relief efforts.
Emma Kok
Emma Kok
Singer
Singer
Dutch singer. Winner of the tenth season of The Voice Kids. In 2023, her performance of "Voilà" with André Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra went viral, amassing over 70 million views on YouTube.
Dutch singer. Winner of the tenth season of The Voice Kids. In 2023, her performance of "Voilà" with André Rieu and the Johann Strauss Orchestra went viral, amassing over 70 million views on YouTube.
Esther Abrami
Esther Abrami
Violinist
Violinist
Esther Abrami is considered one of the most promising young classical artists of her generation and has been appointed Creative Partner and Artist in Residence by the English Symphony Orchestra.
Esther Abrami is considered one of the most promising young classical artists of her generation and has been appointed Creative Partner and Artist in Residence by the English Symphony Orchestra.
Patricia Zavala
Patricia Zavala
Model and Television Host
Model and Television Host
Patricia Zavala is a Venezuelan journalist, television host, and advocate for sustainable development. Known for her work with E! Entertainment, she uses her platform to raise awareness about global challenges, including healthy diets and food waste reduction. She served as a moderator at the SDG Media Zone during the UN General Assembly.
Patricia Zavala is a Venezuelan journalist, television host, and advocate for sustainable development. Known for her work with E! Entertainment, she uses her platform to raise awareness about global challenges, including healthy diets and food waste reduction. She served as a moderator at the SDG Media Zone during the UN General Assembly.
Joshua Sam Miller
Joshua Sam Miller
Musical Artist
Musical Artist
Joshua Sam Miller is a multi-disciplinary artist, environmentalist and eco-preneur on a mission to connect people to the natural world through immersive art.
Joshua Sam Miller is a multi-disciplinary artist, environmentalist and eco-preneur on a mission to connect people to the natural world through immersive art.
Frida Amani
Frida Amani
Rapper and Singer
Rapper and Singer
Frida Amani is a Tanzanian rapper, activist, and environmentalist recognized for her impactful work in music and sustainability. She launched the Kisiki Hai regreening project in collaboration with the LEAD Foundation, using music to promote sustainable land restoration techniques and combat poverty.
Frida Amani is a Tanzanian rapper, activist, and environmentalist recognized for her impactful work in music and sustainability. She launched the Kisiki Hai regreening project in collaboration with the LEAD Foundation, using music to promote sustainable land restoration techniques and combat poverty.
Dr. Kasia Sterriker
Dr. Kasia Sterriker
Artist and Scientist
Artist and Scientist
Kasia Sterriker, a Polish/British artist, scientist, and environmental advocate, whose unique journey seamlessly blends the realms of art and science, leaving an impact that transcends borders.
Kasia Sterriker, a Polish/British artist, scientist, and environmental advocate, whose unique journey seamlessly blends the realms of art and science, leaving an impact that transcends borders.
Sunny Vachher
Sunny Vachher
Film Producer
Film Producer
Award-winning producer. Producer at TED Conferences, Sunny creates prestigious TEDTalks presented by influential and inspiring individuals from around the world sparking global change.
Award-winning producer. Producer at TED Conferences, Sunny creates prestigious TEDTalks presented by influential and inspiring individuals from around the world sparking global change.
YOUTH IMPACT LEADERS
YOUTH IMPACT LEADERS
Dr. Priyanka Chahal
Dr. Priyanka Chahal
Young Leader for Health
Young Leader for Health
Global health enthusiast and researcher passionate about youth empowerment, health policies, and SDGs. Recognized as Young Scientist and Best Student of the CIS, she serves as Youth Representative of JWF to the UN DGC and as Executive Director of IYC, collaborating with UN DGC and UN-Habitat.
Global health enthusiast and researcher passionate about youth empowerment, health policies, and SDGs. Recognized as Young Scientist and Best Student of the CIS, she serves as Youth Representative of JWF to the UN DGC and as Executive Director of IYC, collaborating with UN DGC and UN-Habitat.
Human Rights Advocate
Human Rights Advocate
Ishaan Shah is a human rights advocate and Founding Director of Stolen Dreams, dedicated to ending modern slavery and amplifying youth voices in global policy. He advises UN bodies, including UN Women, UNODC, and UNESCO.
Ishaan Shah is a human rights advocate and Founding Director of Stolen Dreams, dedicated to ending modern slavery and amplifying youth voices in global policy. He advises UN bodies, including UN Women, UNODC, and UNESCO.
Environmentalist
Environmentalist
Award winning Environmentalist & Founder from UK with Yemeni heritage. Hana is a leading voice for youth in the climate.
Hana is the creator of Urban UpCycle. A service for E-waste recycling, as a mission to create clean cities for a healthy planet.
Award winning Environmentalist & Founder from UK with Yemeni heritage. Hana is a leading voice for youth in the climate.
Hana is the creator of Urban UpCycle. A service for E-waste recycling, as a mission to create clean cities for a healthy planet.
"Stories of Legacy and Leadership"
Honoring individuals who inspire, empower, and transform the world.
"Stories of Legacy and Leadership"
Honoring individuals who inspire, empower, and transform the world.
FACES OF IMPACT
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