10 Exceptional Business Leaders in 2024
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SWAG
Giovanni Lionetti
Giovanni Lionetti has had an extensive and diverse career that has spanned several industries, beginning in 1988. Reflecting on the many years of his journey, he acknowledges that the world has changed in numerous ways. However, he points out that there are certain constants, or fixed points, that have remained with him through each new phase of his career. These include the use of the best available technology, the exploration of new markets, and a continuous willingness to embrace new challenges.
Manage2Retain
Douglas Brown began his professional journey with a strong foundation in production and quality control management within the food and dairy industries. After earning his degree in these disciplines from the University of Guelph, he took on leadership roles that shaped his understanding of team dynamics and operational excellence.
Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund
Dr. Linda Ncube-Nkomo is a multifaceted leader, an accomplished professional, and most importantly, a proud mother. With over 25 years of experience in her career, she has worked her way through the industry, always driven by a sense of purpose and a determination to uplift those around her. As a Chartered Accountant, also recognized as a Certified Public Accountant in other parts of the world, Dr. Ncube-Nkomo has carved a path of leadership, excellence, and advocacy.
The Midlife Mentors
Claire and James Davis
Claire and James Davis are the dynamic co-founders of The Midlife Mentors, a coaching consultancy designed to help individuals and organizations thrive during midlife. Combining their professional expertise in coaching, psychology, and fitness with personal experiences, they have created a platform that challenges the traditional narrative of midlife as a period of decline.
Insite AI
Jasmeet Sraw
Jasmeet Sraw currently serves as the Head of Growth at Insite AI, a company specializing in providing advanced data, technology, and AI solutions to Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) and retail organizations. With over 16 years of experience across leading technology and AI organizations such as IBM, Absolutdata, C5i, and Fractal Analytics, Jasmeet has held multiple leadership roles in consulting, sales, account management, and business development.
Nerovate
Victor AbouRahal
Victor AbouRahal is an accomplished business leader with over 20 years of experience in driving digital transformation across the Middle East. His professional journey is marked by entrepreneurial success, strategic leadership, and a deep commitment to innovation. From founding startups to leading major corporate transformations, Victor has built a career centered on solving real-world challenges with technology and fostering sustainable growth.
Techstars
Vladimer Botsvadze
Vladimer Botsvadze is a global leader in digital transformation and cloud computing, with over 15 years of international experience. He is widely recognized for his contributions to the technology industry, helping organizations—both large enterprises and emerging startups—adapt to the fast-evolving digital landscape. As a prominent figure in digital marketing, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence, Vladimer has garnered numerous accolades and continues to inspire the next generation of technology enthusiasts.
Kyndryl
William Genovese
William Genovese is a highly respected Technology Services Leader and Consulting Partner, Global Principal Quantum Computing Services and Consulting Leader and a four-time Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) with a distinguished career spanning over 20 years in the cloud computing industry.
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