Team Behind the Mission

Team Behind the Mission

Founder & Creative Director

With a passion for storytelling, photography, and environmental advocacy, Artem Shestakov founded Faces of Impact to spotlight global changemakers. Through his creative vision and global lens, the project honors individuals whose work drives purpose, awareness, and lasting change across industries and communities.

Founding Partner

With a global perspective and passion for innovation and social impact, Lan Tschirky joined Faces of Impact as Founding Partner to help shape its mission. Her leadership bridges sectors and cultures, guiding the project with purpose, strategic vision, and a deep belief in impact through storytelling.

Advisor – Culture & Heritage

With a background in archaeology, history, and Middle Eastern culture, Dr. Mohamed Eltedawy serves as a strategic advisor to Faces of Impact. Through decades of research, diplomacy, and storytelling, he helps connect the project to heritage, identity, and cross-cultural dialogue across the Arab world and beyond.

Advisor – Education, Logistics

With deep experience in education, logistics, and cross-border collaboration, Shelton Chan serves as an advisor to Faces of Impact. Drawing from decades of work across Asia, he supports the project’s mission by bridging networks in academia, policy, and innovation to help expand regional impact and institutional partnerships.

Advisor – Impact Media & Asia Strategy

With a background in film production, entrepreneurship, and emerging technologies, John Sudheer Pudhota serves as an advisor to Faces of Impact. As Chairman of RAMA Group, he brings decades of experience leading cross-border ventures, advancing cultural exchange, and promoting innovation across Asia and beyond.

Advisor – Media & Legacy Projects

With a background in real estate, entrepreneurship, and media, David Runyon supports Faces of Impact as a trusted advisor. As a founder and creative strategist, he brings deep insight into brand building, growth, and storytelling—helping shape the project's evolution from its earliest days.

"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.