10 Elite Women in Business, 2026
ON THE COVER
Sarah Hariri is a global business strategist and cross-border connector operating between the GCC region and the United States. Her work moves across private investment, luxury ecosystems, aviation, and emerging industries. She facilitates trusted partnerships between influential leaders, sovereign networks, and private capital.
The Professional Growth Company
Fiona Campbell Arrand is an author, speaker, leadership development facilitator, business coach and NLP trainer who has spent more than three decades helping people think more clearly, communicate more effectively and lead with trust. She is the author of Working with Trust and the founder of the NLP Business Circle Club Community.
The Active Bod
Jen Wheeler is a teacher turned entrepreneur who has built a powerful platform dedicated to helping busy women feel confident, clear, and in control of their health. She is the host of the top-rated podcast The Healthy Her and the founder of The Healthy Eating Hype Gal Membership, where she teaches women the practical steps of healthy eating and sustainable weight loss.
Nere de Achurra is the Founder and Managing Director of 2Nolimit, a specialized consultancy focused on healthcare, infrastructure, and project management. Her work stands at the intersection of global health systems and international investment. She connects visionary investors with transformative healthcare projects and leads the full development of hospital facilities in partnership with world-class operators.
Australasian Institute of Packaging
Nerida Kelton is the Executive Director of the Australasian Institute of Packaging, the peak professional body for packaging training and education across the Asian region. The Institute has been operating for over 63 years, and Nerida has been part of its journey for almost 27 years.
Sara Ting is the Founder and President of World Unity Inc., a visionary nonprofit dedicated to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion through a simple but powerful message known as the Sun Poem.
Illuma Vision
Illuma Vision is a media and education organization dedicated to creating impactful educational experiences and media that inspire social change. The organization was founded with the belief that education should be accessible, affordable, and engaging. By using creative, multi-dimensional, and playful approaches, Illuma Vision aims to inspire new ways of thinking, deepen compassion, and promote radical accountability. This work is essential in restoring balance in an increasingly polarized and disconnected world.
Badass Grandma Ventures
CJ Scarlet is a passionate advocate for children’s safety, a dedicated author, an innovative online course creator, and the founder of Badass Grandma Ventures. Her company promotes books, online courses, and future kids’ safety video games, all aimed at protecting children from harm. Her first online course, Heroic Parenting 101, is designed to educate parents on empowering their children to handle bullying, avoid predators, and escape dangerous situations.
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