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Discover Monaco's most inspiring business leaders of 2025, shaping industries with vision, innovation, and a commitment to lasting success.

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Stores underscore central tah: success today is as much about adapability, ethical
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provides sight im the mindst, challenges, and milestones that have propelled those
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collaboration and commurnty engagement. They ae balding entepnies that ot only tive
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THE FRONT PAGE EXCLUSIVE

- Cesare Canevese
08 Steering Dietsmann towards the Future
+ with Vision, Innovation, and Humanity

THESTORIES WITHIN

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THE FRONT PAGE EXCLUSIVE

Cesare
Canevese

Steering Diets mann towards the Future with
Vision, Innovation, and Humanity

46 —_—

We never judge people on their own
lives: we always stick to judgments on

what they deliver. ”

12. advance and ch lukingchangecio the global energy
landscape, he immortance of visionary leadership cannot
Boaveremphasied Atte forofront of Dietemann à lost
leader in instr maintenance ie Cesare Caneves, CEO,
‘whose joues is both inspiring and instructive. Under hit
leadership, the company weathered record industry
teanaformstion and has become 3 shining example of
innovation, tenacity, and peope-feensed leadership

i world characterized by unprecedented technologie

From Naval Command to Global Industry Leadership
Canevese' promotion to CEO of Dietsmann i 2021 marked
‘he culmination of «career shaped by s diverse amay of
leadership experiences, lis profesional joues begann the
lala Nav, where ele teams board ct shins an srl
exposure high-pressure environments tht insted im
Strong foundation in discipline, strategie thinking, and ean
command. These formative yearr deeply infuenced bi
sppecachtocorporasesdershipin the careto fll

1n2011,Canevese transitions int the private estoy, joining
Dictemánn and embarking on s decad.hng ascent through
Increasingly senor roles, From oversccing relient to
managing tendering operations in Monaco, serving scoonry
‘anager in Romania, and evenly alg on te role of
regional director for Furope, he gained an intimate
understanding ofthe company’s mulifsctedoperaion. This
bread afexperoncs allowed him build asl grasp ofthe
company’ activos cross Europe, Africa, and the Middle

46 ——

My vision is that of implementing
new solutions available in the
market as well as developed by
__ our R&D department in offering

them to our clients. gy

East—peparing him to lad a multinational gaia
emploi ove 7.00 people rom 68 diferent national,

From the outset his leadership caes Canevese was guided
by a clar vison: (0 shape a company that was not only
operationally cent and commercially robust bat also
Socially responsible, Even when the primary focus wes 68
safely and performance, he anticipated the growing
importance of sustainability and adapability in he ergy
sector, Over ine, his vision has volved nto a elit here
Dietsmann ads not justia serie delivery but abo in
savionmentalstewardsip, distal ransformalon. ad sos
disciplinary innovation—proviog that the values he
championed from day one continu fo deine the company’s
mar met

15. 46 ——

The most challenging part
of our job is to somehow
change the approach to

maintenance from a classical

one to a new form driven
by artificial intelligence

and advanced technologies yy

‘Shaping Visio for Energy Transition

Altar of Camevesc leadership is vision that issn,
foryard-looking. and influenced by the world energy
‘eaniion,Ditsmann.csoblishodin the Netherlands in

has evolved into a maintenance specialist for oi gas. LNG,
power generation, and mining indusris, The Company 8
ow as the frefont of combining new technologies and
mebwologies (0 plimie operational cie and uptime
‘while maintaining strict health, safe, and environmental
Sandal

CCanovose it aware that the energy scher is experiencing a
paraliza shi, witha trnsition from conventional oil-based
operations towards gas and renewable energy sources. Such
shin demanda en oveihaul of maintenance prartie-Fom
tranal active mcthods te predictive and prete
maintenance driven by artificial telignce (AT, robotics,
andigialization

Under his stewardship, Dictsman as insted ambitious
intistver to being theee technologies together, such ae
deploying AL-bseed aralyice and snphisicated robotic
‘olution lite ATEX- approved inspectorrobot, which was
designed in eolabertion with Torob. These solutions
cite autonomous inspections in dangerous o
enhancing olhafetyndeficienos

Bridging Visionand Execution: Pivotal Moments

CCanovese't teure as CEO hos heen marked by ini
moment that tested both hie leadership rerlience ane
Dietsmann’s adaptbiliy. Ono of the most challenging
periods came in 2022, when the company was compelled to
its long standing operations in Russia following the ons
‘ofthe Ukraine war. This decision meant severing profitable
Feltonship bil over ro decades and impacting more han
2.000 employees. Thovsb painful, the withérawal
nderscored Dicemamn'sunwavorng commitment o ica
Teedership and prudent decision making ami geopoitcal
insb,

16. “That year proved to be sensible for Canevese With the
energy sector faging mounting global urcertsity, the
company’s cos structures, parent, and internal rorale

Al under promu It became clear dat ete
leadership hinged on remaining composed, communieaing
transparently, and taking swift rege action qualite
that defined hisappvoach during thisritcalphase,

Another transformative moment fa Canevo leadership
at implementation of Dita anced technology
strategy. Introducing AL, robotics, and data-driven
maintenance ina traditionally conservative sector demanded
both technical poof and high-level st biking While the
Interna teams worked izena o validate the performance
of these innovations, Canevese and bie vice presidents
engaged directly with client aderhip to ensure algrment
and confidence The eventual adoption ofthese technologies
by licor ony validar the company ection bur aso
Confirmed thet digital transformation and commercial
ability could go hand in hand. I vos a milestone that
reafirmó Dictemann’s role asa forard-hinking istry
Dorner and Cancves a bei in the company’ ability 10
drvemeaningfalehange wthintheeregy landscape

Evolving Leadership: From Precision to People
Centricity

Canoves's leadership philosophy has undergone significan
transformation over the course ofhis carer Initially tained

sé

We must adapt to the technology
transition from pure oi to gas
and possibly renewable

sauces en Y

as ancngince hs carly focus was on precision, structure, and
having the right answers—an approach well-suited "0 the
technical igor ofthe energy sector But at his repas
gro, 8 id his understanding of what festive leadership
truly ema

Overtime, Carevese evolved roma directive syleto osa
{deeply collaborative and human-cestered. He now believes
that Ieadership les about commanding and more about
cultivating an environment where people feel empowered to
Sontibun des and ak initiative “priori lari ras,
and auhenilo,” he explains. emphasizing that being
[resent and teng area critical a raie foresight

A defining feature of Cansvese’s leadership le hie
comment to tying connected with cams onthe round.
is regular site ists across various countries allow him to
understand Arsihand the challenges and aspirations of
employees, as weas the local popolitial andrechnological
raies affecting thir work. These personal interactions
reinforce transpareney and shared purpose across
iessmana’starcaching operations

Canevese i alto cndid about the complexes of lending a
pooplecentne busines, espcilly when dificult decisions
Such af cos-uting or restructuring arse, Balancing the
txpscatons employees, shareholders, and lent requires
both decisiveness and emotional intelligence. For hm, the
Key lies in honest communication and ompassion qualities
that have grown stronger through years of navigating
Teadersipinafasovolving industry

Cutdivating a Cohesive, High-Performance Culture

Sustaining a cohesive corporate culture across multiple
geogruphieisa complex ask especially oca company ike

17. Diessmann
Middle East
backgrounds,

whose operations span Africa, Europe, the

ind Asia, Wiha workforce representing diverse
anguages, and working conditions, the

¿hallen lis in preserving a unid thos without diluting

ocalelovance

For Caneves, culture is nora backgroun

element itis the

ackbone of step exscution. “Culture is wht males à

de feat e built on sonne
labo
und posters on wall thy are woven into

The vals go
bow the company hits, tans, promote, and lads,

Ashe company hos exprded—borhorganically andro
visions or fo protect this cultural DNA have

intensified Lenderhip development ha conte acor cus

Rather than

scaling leadership capacity, ensuing that

tions, Dietemann invests in

amago are
snipped no: jus wih operational skill, ut also emocional
intelligence, This dal emphasis helps susan a peope-fint

vironment tha performs even under presse

Diessmenn's a

jure supports his commitment. From
boarletel decisions to on-site execution, vice presidents

ex play a pivot role in translating va
into daily race. A ml atmosphere

where merkoercy defines advancement and performance 8

whee soneofbelmgingeandene lr,

it zones or remote Wcatons,

ust importar he com
listening, Tous

regular pulse survey, open forums, and
otha culties ot eto chance

and adjusted wen

ensuring thateven asthe comp grows. never

1 i continuoasty measured, nurture

Innovation w

ity: Technology asan Enabler

Dietémaan’s approach to innovation is sooted not in
Aisruption for is own sake, but in purpeseful evolution

im anchors th company’s core vals A Canc
pus it" Weare not tech start that can piv overnight
Our decisions fect ve, communities, amd ecosystems. So
weave by integration not deta

At the heart of this tansformatio
Technology & Engineering Center, which spearheads the
company’ Maintenance 4.0 stacey, This hub of progres

lies Dietunana’s

{uses robots mail and aca intense 9 drive
safe smarter mud mor ulaisbke operations

none fx wos ttc

+ Data Acquistion and Analytics; Harvesting reine
{echnical dia from elit ale lo support predictive
guien files and minimice

own

+ Robotic Inspecions: Deploying autonomos robots to
colle date 24/7 in hazandous or remote arcas
improving sfey bie enun

+ Digital Tools: Equipping Seid teams with ATEX.
cri connosted glasses and tablets 9 naine
reporting, enable remote exper support, and sph

Each advancement ip evaluated through three guiding
long-term continents? Docs respect thecomminiies and

Ducs enhance service quai? Does i alin with

18. “emsironmentsrwe operate in? By keeping these questions font
And center, Dietsoam ensures tha every technological
Upgrade strengtbensnotsidestepsits responsi ae
alobal energy service partner.

Importantly, innovation a Dietanann is not just top-down.
Some ofthe most effective brenkthroughs originate from the
‘eld Em engineere, technician, and site teas who.
understand duly reales Cultivating an environment where
‘eam members feel empowered to challenge convention is
key tosustining innovation withelevance.

CConevete remains particularly attuned to the human
dimension of change Rather than allowing technology to
replace people, be views ta an enabler hat complemente
‘heir experte. Open communication and comtinuoue
upskllngate essential in preparing employees particule
‘hose concemed about AL for future where man and
machine worksdeby i,

Leading with Purposcina Transforming World

Canevese’s kaderhip ar Dietmann ea study in balancing
bold vision with human centered integrity, By stcring the
company trough technological transformation, reinforcing
abesve global culture, and making valus-deiven decisions
intimos of uncertainty. he as posioned Dictmann thrive
‘nan energy industry undergoing profound change

One of the defining moments of his leadership was the
décision divest rom ahistorical significant andpeoftable
rogion-a sep drive not by shorten gain, bar by Tong
term atategie and ESG alignment. “7 war ematenally
“dial” he rect, "but cart of propose means making
“decisions fr the fine, nor the past” What mater) most
was how tho decision was conimunicated—penly,
respecfllyaed with sare for hose ect.

This commitment to anspareacy and purpose defies
Conevese"s approach. Under his guidance, Dietsmaan
continues to evolve as forward-looking, responsible, and
resilient ocganizatioa—one that not only adapts 10 the
‘demands of a rapidly changing energy Indscape Dt leads
withconccton.

“As the enegy transition acelestes, Canes leadership
offers a compelling bueprnt one that proves operational
excellence and ethical stewardship ae at opposing forces,
but poverfl partners.

hh ——

“Over the years, became more
human, more driven by the — /

opportunities that working
with people offer.” gy
Commitment te Africa: Building Sustainable
Pacers

Alia is sl a seg priori for Dita, whee the
finn has srong ros in several countries and industis,
Cansvete underlines the essence of local content and
“linces, aware thatlong-term successes on grasping and
respecting local contexts

Atendance at evens such a rican Energy Week (AEW) is
ademonsratien of Dicismana' dessin 1 the continent,
ABW offers parm for open, indasry-ied networking,
bringing Dicsmanw into contact with clients, pares, and
players in emerging makes. The companys continued
investment in Afi is demonstration of longterm vision
‘fshared growth and value creation.

Empowering People ins Digital Age

‘At the heart Dita ic most vital asset people
The company is deeply commited to creating à Se,
inclusive, and falling workplace—one that murs equal
‘opportunity, collaboration, and innovation, Employee are
‘ot only encourage io grow but are empow sted o do so ai
both loc and global eves in andes with Dietsmunn’s
‘evolving technological landscape.

‘Canevess rings a disney personal nso this professional
vision, His core values—discpline and cusiosty—huve
«onsiseny shaped how he lads. Whether it's menacing
young profesional. reading widely. or staying present a
“operational ses, e believes ral leadership happens where
the work is done "Being oot ga sis, aking 1 teams, and

19. seeing the environments we operat in keeps me grounded.”
heshares

“This rounded approach i rca in an age where digital
innovation can cause uncerainty, especially regarding j

security Aware of this, Canevese ensures that Dietsmana's
Push toward digtlizaon is manche by open communication
nd continuous upkilling By investing in Mining programe
and fostering cuore of tanspareney the company prepares
iReworkorce-nottofearinnotation but tie within.

‘Theyounger generation, especialy. embraces thisshif Their
split and enthusiasm fo ecology signal «smooth
‘tani ets pencrations a fture where performance
and progress o hand in hand. Andas Diotsmann sales, the
foundational values Canevese champions remain fll mac:
responsibility, connection, and a deep resect forthe people
‘who powerthecompany'rsuceess

Looking Ahead A Legacy of Vision and Collaboration

[As Canevos los ahead, his focus remains not Just on the
Inilestones reached, ba on the legacy taking sapo in his
ae. He hopes his enue will remember or more tan
performance metres or expansion chris —for king with
Inter, for strengthening the cultural abri of Dietsman,
and fr standing fim on ethical ground even in turbulent

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“reared meaning,” be roñecs. ie vision for legacy ie
‘rounded in trust: the kind that ows seamlessly from the
boardroom to teil, and from ong-stundingelienstonen-
generation employees. In an industry oñen Joinated by
olas and numbers, Canevese hs built a nataive of
consistency, transparency, and peoples leadership,

‘To the next generation of CEOs, his message is both a
challenge snd acal action lead wih pupose Leadership
today, e insists, cannot sort solely on stategieg and
roturas itmust be rooted in impact. “Yow wor almays have
perfect information." he says, "but you ca alias ed ih
‘lear inentandumvavering vas”

Some principles, he believes, are timeless: integrin,
accoontability, tansporency. But in an era shaped by
ansformation and uncertainty, Canevese emphasizes the
nec for empathy “People ned 0 brow yum are human" he

firms, “thar un ave Hsenng, learning amd ean with
pare

Pe tic balance a iion and vulnerbiliy 0 strength and
sincerity that defines his leadership, And i thie same
Falange that wll continue to shape Dita th fora,
longer Canevese'sfoottepsimk the til

Shaping the Future Beyond the Horizon

Looking ahead, Dietsmans's vision under Carevese's
lesdersipisanchoredin legacy nous leadership alepney
defined by lote value ereton, visionary strategy, and
‘an unwavering commitment t cent stistaction, Canevee
‘champions 9 culture of tcamwerk where challenges are
sééressed through constrective problem-solving. not
blame—favoring roctcause analysis and continuous
inpeovememtover quick ves

o sees success not in quarterly profits, bat in building a

int, forward-Iooking platform that erapowers
stakeholders for years to come. “info years ho envisions,
Dicom val mus be an energy contracter but al
integrated progressive service provider dat is ore tl,
more decronized. and more collaborative ones the Vole

Even i he's no Tong in the CEO sata decae fom nam
Canevee expats to remain deeply connected. perhaps
serving onthe board, mentoring new leaders, and coasinuing
10 uphold the mission that Bae defined is journey. His
leadership is shaped by humility, transparency, and an
‘compromising ddiationto ethics, innovation and people

Take nest chapter unfolds as he hopes, the fue Headers of

Dietsmann will nt nls inert a tang foundation they"
be inspired and equipped to take the company further than

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20. The Stories Within

21. Monacos Top 10 Most Inspiring Business Leaders to Watch in 2025

ANDERS KURTEN

Leading an Extraordinary Fraser Team Worldwide Dedicated
to Turning Clients’ Dreams into Reality

riders Kurtén has charted his own cours throes

‘wel renowned and much ought afer brand of today.

"My mo-and-a-half decades of management, sales,
marketing, and product development experince sparing
(marine und ar sectors are Joao lo me hii
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nd motive tam of dedicated profesional, together be
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‘Anders spe in an exclusive interview with The CIO Wed
shout his magnificent journey ofr and plans ahead.

Anders can yousharethe origin story of your professional
Journey what inspired you to step into the world of
busines?

never ot with clear plan to work in yachting or oven
business, but Ie has a way of charting its own course. 1
state in IT during the cri days oth interne, working for
steps in Finland and New Vork, But 1 count nc my
doing hat or decades My passion or bats ede io wooden
‘outbuilding school, where spent a few years as a Dost
camper a veryhands-on humbling experince: 12005, 1
‘wat asked to run small company building performance
crusng sailboats, which pulled me hack iio the busines:
word, That experinee, combined with nearly a dade
Powerboat manufacturing, Mid the foundation for what
followed. In 2019, 1 wae formats to Led the rapie and
financial turmarcund of Bale Yacht, introducing me o he
superyacht cr, Joining Fraser Yach at CEO in 2023 fc
{ile a natural culmination of that journcy — combining my
busincss background, technical understanding, and long.
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What does it mean ta you to be recognized at one of
Monaco Most Inspiring Business Leaders?

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pivotal challenge you encountered and how you turned
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thetime, wechared anew couse witha ew eslutcactions.

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be on four main arcas: the sales process, increasing
operational efiicncies, controlling fixed costs, and
clarifying the company’s positioning within the niche
matkplce ofcustom performance carbon composite sailing
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23. 66 Imexcited about building

on what Fraser does best —
delivering word-class

service, while continuing to
innovate and lead the

industry forward. Q®

for positioning, we chose o focas on stainable
technologies, which quickly Boceme one of the main
dirai factors. As testament Lo the succes of the
Shove program, we managed o tum the company around to
chic soli probity within te first mans.

‘novation key to staying ahead. What strategies do you
se o ensure your business remains agile and future

realy?

Staying ahead in his industry requires a willingness to
mbrace innovation shows Ling ight of what makes ue
Succes. At Franc, were fortunate to have 78 year of
perio oido, bt we dn ke that for grasa

Our in-house business intligencetcam gives ws — and our
its real time acces at dat, pricing ren ad
‘echnical ings, ensuring we can make informal, timely
decisions. We continuar motor market cantons and
Iyer behavior, so we can adapt our apruch swily when
nocd, wheter it's repsitinings ch or reining a sakes
si.

Having the hacking of Marines, a strong and lng em
owner, also provides us with Ihe sb to invest in
technology, talent, and new opportuniics in emerging
marc. Llimately ur ability 10 stay Tutu ready comes
down to our people — Weir knowledge, pasion, und
commitment excellence. Tats how we Koc Fraser Fist
snd Foremost.

‘What role docs sustainability or social responsibility play
in your busines approach, especially within the Monaco

Sestainaiiy i no longer choice — san essential par of
doing usines. Fraser was the fir brokerage to adopt he

Water Revolution Foundation's Yacht Environmental
‘Transparency Index (YETI) giving us real, data-driven
insights into the environmental performance of yachts under
agora

This allows us to guide owners on reducing their
‘covironmcntl peint, Bath during eis and during he
‘baying process fora brokerage yacht om improving TE
ficiency to adopting cleaner technologies.

(Our in house FUTURE initiative ako dives mir
across our global fice, rum working with coo conscioas
suppliers providing captains and owncr with our Cd o
Going Green! Were proud to represent innovative,
sustainability focused yachts lke ArtEsplarer and Amel
‘whichsstnew standard forece conscious desig.

AL Fraser, we believe sustainably strengthens, rather fan
‘compromises, the luxury experience — and as he industry
‘evolves, we committed to beng part ofthe solution At ths
stags, we are well postione to provide our customs with
the Best posible advice on any aspect of sustainably,
whether related to new bild, brokerage, charter oF an ase
sous own.

Hom do you foster a culture of growth
‘within your organization?

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all starts with people In an industry where every yacht,
‘lien, nd transactions unique, he tru constant — and out
rsictset —isthecxcxplinl tum wevebuil Frot
do work alongside individuals with diverse expertise, rom
stopping to luxury fashion, refcng the global and highly
personalized mature of our business. We create an
{Environment where diversity e cekhrated and where open,
ones communication ix encouraged at al loves in 25
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24. Resins comes from td — tran in cach other, in or
processes, and in our shared goal o be the best superyacht
Service provider in the word. Our mision has neve een to
be the Biggest, butt be ths best For us, grow iit just
smeared in numbers ifs rected in the strength of our
‘elatioeabis, evelving with Ihe market, and empowering oer
People o deliver te fet sevice in yachting, With ll at
being sid, ara byproduct ofthe above we have bocome one
ofthe lagescompanis nour chosen sche

Looking ahead, what exciting goals or projects
most passionate abe perseingia202Sandbeyo

Tim excited shout building on whet Fräscr docs best
Aslivering word las servic, while contain ia

and lead Be industry forward. Well remain focused on
merging makes and leverage technology, such a our
Central Itligense Department o say agile and future
ready. Wee expanding our uc of the Yacht Eaviremental
Transparency Inder (VE

1) lo evaluate and implement

nto a 2801 GT mastepcee, designed to acces even the
world's most remote destinations with minimal
environmental impact. This cxtraodinary conversion
embodies the future of yachting, blending cutting-edge
‘Stgincring, como, and sustainability wih global ering
capables. es thee Kinde of ambitious, forward thinking
project kecpmepasinate about what we,

Finally, mbt advice would you offer to aspirin leaders
and entrepreneurs who aim io create à meaningful Impact
day's dynamic world?

My ice to aspiring leaders is simple: be humble, work

ar, and embrace the unexpected. Pay in my carr, saw

sucess sa staight ladder upward, but | quickly cam

morsofaripzag Andihatsgoodthing. Tho twins and tum
fom ech tarp fo wonden bosibuiding o uperyachs.
have gwen me amuchbroaderporpectve

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chown endeavours, tis general corde Oat 10.000
ou of focused practice à he minimum roi or tas
mas. This 1 And, is al tm fo traditional businese

Thus, the more you understand — whether is marking,
production, technology, finance — the more fective and
well rounded a lender youl become. Finally, be adaptable.
“Things rarely o ac to plan, bt you ss carios, Loop
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26. The Making of a

MODERN BUSINESS
LEADER

sine leadership is mo longer just about the
Bord tactics othe query prof. The word
acts mor ana memes gees tothe Hoch

‘motional intelligence. The ic ob modern bin cade
present a gant ah dea hiking compared
16 traditional leadership siyles. This new approach is
name roporsble and purpose.

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A combination of global drivers with a high rate of
schniogieal chang, beigtening stakcholdcrstlen
climate imc, and changing Employee wis lading his
change. Conscquenly, th modem business cade has Io be
‘mows than a profit diver, hey ave 1 pie, inmovat, and
Peso builder oflong erm val.

27. From Command to Connection

‘The anciont model of leadership was underpinned by
aubberity and cont. Leaders serve 2 decision makers,
‘who many times were remote, dre, and conccmed about
operational performance. Conversely, the modern business
‘Raker isellaberative,ansparet andere

[Emotional intelligence has become a non-negotiable act.
(Chit excetives such as Saya Nadoll of Microsoft have
changed the way corpnsions addres company ent by
Tocuring on humility and empathy, confirming that
connection ask strnger teams and improved rl.
‘Authenticity sno mere burn bul a business ataigy ha
‘spursbothemployccandconumertustandloyaty.

Technology a8 Leadership Imperative

Digital transformation canot be rated as an upgrade of
back-office operations but as a key strategy. The modem
business leader should be technology conscious and
novation orenicd, have a practical understanding of how
technologis such as Al, cloud computing and dats analysis
Influence compettivecdg.

“ake the example of Mary Barra, wh ha pide the General
‘Motors trough transformation o EV, Her vision alstates
(at having a tect forward mind fs not only esta to
survival but ako o Jedi within the indastıy, Modern
leaders nccd to be comfortable with the language of
innovation obeablclosecdisuptions for they happen.

Stakeholder Capitalism Over Shareholder Primacy

During several decades, companies were guided by a
sarholder fra approsch. Today, however, the modern
business leader must balance »harcholder value with
employes, customer, community, and environmental
Imre Thie transformation nko Makcholder capitalism
signi an emerging recognition ofthe need to ensue hat
‘sins succes sustainable chica, and inclusive

‘Business such as Unilever and Patagonia ave been quit
somfortabl wit this model. proving hat sod and well ced
fot be mutually exclusive. Employce well being,
‘Sustainability, and DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) arc
10 longer viewed as onc timo compliance items, bt smart
‘hots to mal busine enbencing investment

(Global Mindset, Local Sensitivity

Leadership in the global society needs cultural and
geopoltical understanding. À modem busines Kader sone

ho wil have to negotiate across different marks, handle
‘ferent catia tems, snd beable o perform witha grasp of
Abe local laws lea eure, local consumer habits, te

The example of Indra Nooy, the former CEO of PepsiCo,
_demorsratcesichanapproaehto provide the company tha.
global perspective and dca with ethic Iadeship. Being
wre of the global ods and th local wale cables
‘modem leaders fo reste mors robust, lubleorganiations
Matsurviveinany context,

(Crisis Leadership: À Defining Competency

Monde ines pt eas tote tat as acer before: Whether

is pandemics and coomorsic factions, social juice
roles and climate activities, the capacity o lud vou
lwcerainty i à defining feature ofthe modem businest
Tender.

‘The important features are agility and empathy. Amid
COVID-19, leaders ih trmspsrent communication were
mentally healthy and managed to change operations fist.
‘They not only wistood the storm but emerge stronger han
before Crisis management i no longer a subes of business
continuity involves tras building, maintain morse and
tapidinnovatcn

“The Evolving Metrics ef Leadership

Financial performance uscd tobe almost he sole cri of
leadership The scan today Is ESG (Environmental,
Socil, and Governance) indicators, employee engagement,
innovation pipcines.andbrand ras

“The modern business ade subject to a wider range of
‘expectations and frequently defined by ther capacity 10
genera measurable economic us wells social value This
{tend sala being seen in een development programs,
which focus more on soft sil, resince, and ethical
decision making slong wisst thinking.

individuals who are in change of it. The modem business
leader is mo longer a strategist in the hidden places but a
viable and vale driver vision intlcnce of the future
Moers Inden are eahiping the defion of ecos with
toolbox that comprises emotional acumen, digital savy,
‘cultural sensi and soil conscience Bt

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28. Monaco Top 10 Mast Inspiring Business Leaders to Watch in 2025

Federica

Maiorano
Transforming the Maritime Tech Landscape with
Innovation and Dedication

pioneer in ship financing and maritime investment

technology. Federica Malorano is ie CEO of

Oceans Tech GmbH. Recogrized among toe D
200 Inspirational Mamen in Ocean & Energy, she is a
prominent keynote speaker in Ie sbipping dust, widely
known for her expertise in digtlizaion, écarbonization,
sndcommodity tends,

With over a decae of experience in commercial sipping,
Federica has held senior aderhip roles incloding Vie
resident of Strategy and Chief Commercial Offer a Spot
Ship. She played pivotal role in divine the company’s
inernational expansion imo 16 counties actos four market
seamen.

The CIO Word rect Had opportunity ts down ith
Federica for an in-depth, ons-an-one interview. In ths
conversation, she shares insights into her professional
joues. business philosophy, core vales, Key challenges,
Botble achievements. und iston for the tae:

Can you share the story of origin of your profeso

Jouraey—what inspired you to sep Into the world of
business?
My entry ito the maritime sector was acideral it wis

Persanal From a young age. [was exposed 1 the industry
rouge ny father, ho has says been respectod Kade
the space, What struck me most wast just what he dd, bet
how be spoke abo ir „with pasion, convicto, and an
‘nate sen of respons

That plated the seed. 1 new 1 wamed to follow in his
foot neesarly by doing what he ai, but by

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My entry into the |

maritime sector
AD nt accidental—it &
was personal, |
anos a il he

Whats more, marie it an industry you Stumble io
unicas someone opens the curtain, Forms, that curtain ws
MRedcarly—and! wasinstarly deswotoit

M
Whi

co isa place known for excellence and innovation.
docs it mean ts sone of
"Most Inspiring Bi

u to be recognized

Being recognized among Monaco most inspiring business
Header meaning nat because of the label, bt because of
‘wa he label implies: a responsibility to lead with purpose
{odrive value. and tous your platform toascelraechunge,

Shipping traditional slow fo evolve, ut were entering a
period wherenecesiyipushing novation, Whatherit's the
ive toward decabonization, the adoption of ALi trade
analytes, or the post-Covid shi to dig collaboration, te
‘mani str is now facing teal con pois. For at
‘Oceanis, the question has always been: how do we make
complex dats usefl and accesible the people moving
slobal ad

cing bassd in Monaco sharpens that fou
rourdadby excellence youcan'teut comes,
intherght dass, isa good thing

You're su
hat pressure,

29. The Stories Within

Feder

30. I believe in setting the
example fist
—whether thats in
o) how | work, how | &
communicate, or how
1 handle setbacks.

How would you describe your leadership philosophy, and
how tasitevolved throughout Jour career?

My lendersip syle ie base on clarity. consistency, and
Accountability eleve naine the example rh
that's how work, how 1 commonicie, or how L nl
scthacks Il never ask mp L

do mycin ft, Lote moros” tasks
carly im & process to demonstrate at no ole ie bencath
anyone. 1 support Sexible and remote wage of work
ing. especially when they're underpinne by ler comm
icon, individu accoumabiliy and à resll.diten
pres

roto do something want

ak oa the less

‘What are the coe values that guide your business do
sons and interactions with your team, clients, and

“Three values guide how T operate and how I expect othr 1

operate at Ocean one relevance and mili

Ownership is about being ful responsible for your nu
comes. Al Ocean there's no rom for finger pointing. IF
something doesn work, wei nol exc

Relevance ie what keeps us focnsed—we don che hype or
il sure fr vanity. We sole problems hat ac exist,
‘mshippingand france

‘ty i wha keene ut grounded. We value int rom
uses pares, and each aber, hecanse that's how we rte
curthinking

Every leader faces stbacks. Can you tell usa
pivotal challenge you encountered and how you 1
Intoanopportunicy?

Oneafihe biggest carly challenges was proving the relevance
of wat we were building in an industry tar zon skeptical

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of outsiders and resistant change. Shipping e niche
processes and logic dont always align with how gene
Business or tech investoce think. That made external
‘validationhandiogetinthe beginning

Eventually, adoption ftloed—nothesause we convinced
people with alles, buthocatse we solved real problems Th
Experience aught that xeeuton mitre more than thoy
‘And that credit in niche sectors ike sipping has to be
cared ot lched

Innovationie key ost
ready’?

ing ahead. What strategies do you
ines remains agile and future

‘With our team we say close 1 where regulation, capital,
and operational pressure Interset that’s where urgensy
Ties, andunpeney i where innovation endtostick. yout
rot solving for somthing immediate and meanings
Unlikely to get adoptedinchisndusny

Our stay i built around short feedback loops carly
validation, and Hesiilty in execution, We dont bull
products a vacurn, We prototype fat gt them in font of

31. users quickly and iterate based on what we hear. We've
eared that the hos way to stay relevant is 1 bein constant.
dialogue with the market listening, adjusting, snd
Improving.

[At Oceanis, we also deliberately try to hire a hybrid
team people who come fom within maritime and
undersamd ts nuance, and others who bring perspectives
fom ance sector like banking, Fntch, enterprise Sa,
or AL That combination allows vs to challenge the
traditional ways of thinking without losing toch with the
operational relies ofshippingand ade

or socal responsbi
your business approach, especially within Ihe Mona

Sustainability is no longer 2 side note—it's a core
requirement In shipping, he pressure 10 decarboniei es
and intensifying. But compliance alone isn’t enough
Companies nee systems tht help thems track, analyze, and
act on environmental performance -and that's w
technology like ours fin in Ar Oceanis Tech, we've
developed tools tht enable stakeholders fo make greener
cisions ot st faster ones. From emisions monitoring, o
ue diligence suppor and gren irancing era ge focus
on embedding susinabiiy dry into the investment
layer of decision-making

On the social responsibilty font, believe technology and
inclusion are both forms of progress and they should go
hand in hand. Were intentional about building a diverse,
international team, curly compossd of sis diferent
nationales, nd giving people meaning opportunites to
grow, tegardloss of their background. That mix of
perspectives srengthons our work and fosters a more
pie, empathetic culture

How do you foster a culture of growth and resilience
within your organization?

Growih stare with high expectetious and ends with
cweership. We don't misromanage, People are ied to make
decisions oto wait fr instructions. Resilience comes rom
sla

When people understand why something mars nd what
success looks like — they're more likely to push thous
obstacles. We openly share wins loses, and lessons. When
things go wrong. me talk about it orto assign blame, but to
void epesting mistakes

ne | wanted to follow in
my father’ footsteps—not
necessarily by doing what he
did, but by stepping into a
field that demanded his same
kind of mindset.

{camingitembeddedinhow we operate
Whether i postanortems, internal workshops, or reverse
mentoring, we inves in sharpening our edge That ai, we
leo keep le pesctical. We're aot building corporate
“ives ue re building ahi functioning business,

‘Looking ahead, what exciting goals or projects ar y
most passlonte about pursuing in 2025 and beyond?

In 202$, we're focusing on espanding oor platform's market

eligence layer and adopting AI —makiog shipping.
investment decisions even mante, faster, and more aligned
with ESGandcapital marketexpectatons

Weir ako growing oor presence across diferen martine
vemicale not just owners and brokers, bt bank, ines
“and regulators. Ifyou wanttn drive system-wide change, yo
an’ tonly solve for ane stakeholder

Lats ba advice would you ofc spring profesiona,
especialy women, seeking to make their mark In the
maritime industry and contribute to positive change ln
cea andenergy sectors?

‘To profesional entering maritimo and eneray--sepecinly
women my advice is 10 be bol, focused, and solutions
riven

“This sector evolving rapidly. Sussinshily. tech adoption,
“and capital shits ao rewriting the playbook. You dea no
16 hav al ured out you just need 9 be prepared and
wiling tam,

Star by building strong knowledge. Study the fundamental
follow regulatory changes, and get real experience, This
industy vals people who understand is constants and san
silfind ways deliver 3

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32. Servant Leaders, Stronger Teams

Why
HUMILITY DRIVES
RESULTS

kadenhipin cade

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33. 1970, emplaized the major objective ofthe sante
Lo develop the individuals they lead to make them grow
"healt, wise, roe, more sc war’ This culture imp
the distribution of power, the promocion oF growth, and
Priontizingothers Eee

One of th mest notable quite ofthese Hear is humiiy
(can be expel tough self are, apprccaion of
others and receptiva tofecdback,

Engagement Resilience and Psychologen Safety

In addition to creativity, serving ends offers an even
Seer work ongagemen, well bong. and soles Stakes
of projet based organizations reveal that these leader
shance institutional support and resilience among the
employees, two factors involved in ensuring long tm
engagement In another research within the hospi
dusty, he ler was found io facilite a good work
Culture at the workplace and decrease burnout. Servant
Header enhances employee ppines nd fosters a soe
of organizational justice through tras, fsimess, and
‘ommiiment within he leadership framework.

isa be demonstrated by textbook example: A manager
tad Bol hours with one of his worker, who informed Him
about à family dilemma at home. Instead of eiiczing, ss
‘persion Kot the talent on board wäh ih tam um it
roca the most con product lunch, Thi is an
Example of how servant leaders, demonstrating active
Tesening, empathy, and flexibility, tab payehogical
Jay whichlousorctention andhigh perfonmumee

Paychologia sat iu predictivo variable of eum sucess,
inmovation, and leaning that is based on a blie that
individual wil not be paises when ring thir voice
‘Servant oder faster is through an exemple of opens to

ror, stein rank ecu, undavondng
“uen where high performing leans can

‘Boundary Condition and Levers for Humble Leadership

Although the argument om Mami à strong, i cannot be
‘ppc in cvery situation tobe of help. Mare cen. act
analysis over 200 studies revealed at leader unit basa
powerful impact on tcam and follower performance.
However thi ala dics pol cosy een cad
ovlermancsinolheroleortotbcaverll performance othe
organization

Leader compotenco and inter are two ofthe factors hat
inflenee the effstivenow of humility. Humble behavior

perecivcd as being anything but authetic: when one acts
Mandy, hat is motiatod by weaknoss, he than actual
‘conscieniousnes, the behavior can work agaist itself
Hume ae who ae perl integrar more els
ocre positive consequences Simi. he tle of humble
leadership can be moderated by tak interdependence: the
positivity of humble Teadership on voice climate and
novation may dest inhigh icrdepeenes eas

Practical Lmplications for Organizations

Incorporating servant leadership and hum
‘rgantvatinnal eater demands ntenbona focas:

yy into

+ Leadership Development: Practice humility hy ative
ruining, engaging in selfreflesuon exercise, and
‘motioning inves - asking leader to lar 10 teach
theiremploycesand prizcthestremgihsof others

+ Foster Psychological Safety: rust and openness ae
y ware eaves to show weaknan nene
eich, andresclingposiielytomistake.

+ Measure Impact: Measure the effectiveness of
leadenhip efforts by tacking roms of engagement,
nm innoationmensiremerts ad team unity

+ Leverage Where Ht Counts: plement lados where
rat, aline, or pychological safety ia key
‘spect, and also ensure the kadrs can show expertise
‘sal integras nowlegesble Tears will have the
‘maximum mpc,

Concasion

“The facts are simple: more decisive, innovative, and strong,
cam are Lino by servant lodos who are based un
ami: They cable engagement, raton, and innovation
in an empowered way with peychologicl safety and
fundamental respect for people: Neverthe, humility needs
{o be authentic and support by competen, and its vis
‘may besitustion spite Organ ations that develop this kind
fade an hand o capable charcir driven Kad
Through printing seruce and perecming leadership as
serving abr than commanding el caring bo thes and
the co, these leaders erat the pa to sustainable success,
both personalandinstiutional 28

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34. Monaco's Top 10 Mast Inspiring Business Leaders to Watch in 2025

AF1% Sporting Events Connoisseur -

Sonia Irvine

Delivering Unrivalled, Tailor-Made Experiences for Both
Business and Leisure Clients Worldwide

Inland, where Sonia Irvine was born befncher bobs,

atic, who was born a yar lat She never knew the
‘hat both of ce profesional racks would ead then to te
sameprofesion FIA motorsport

[=== 196 in Com Dawn. Norther

Yet, today, resident of the Principality of Monaco a
oo für being oe ofthe opt impiing bane.
leaders, Sonia, u the Founder of Amber Lounge and vin
CConsulancy SARL, has ben radiant encon of sl made
ori us forma

While Sonia, a profesional physiotherapist with over 25
an experience in FI, orginally erated Amber Lounge
With the vision of ofi a private, pecrlos haven for
divers, pomor, ad cee to enjoy themselves away
from ocaso media tention, he brand was sold 2020 Her
focus now on vine Constancy, which covers al spss
ties espia, und sponsorship crs sporting and
private

Let how it fom Sonia in an exehsive interview with Th
CIO Word

Can you share the origin story of your profesional
journey hat inspired you to step into the world af
bain

began my profesional journey as a physotherapi für the
[National Health Service while simullanously running my
‘own private sports injury els. In 1996, anio into
{he world of Formula 19%, working us a physiiherapit for
my beth, Eddie Irvine, andthe Seuderia Ferrari Formula
Team,

Ry 2000, 1 found mach dra othe commercial and events
hs pero that te coca or
reggae market
For a ira VIP nightlife experience tailored ta the FI
rar cite sponsors ad her guest

Over the pt two dca, ve ped my eat int diver
ing unforgetable weckends fr oar guests, caning whi
came the mnt derbe luxury events around the Grand
rx calendar. My vision was always to give FITM drivers,
cckbrtes, mode, and VIP clients chic, high-energy
envia whee they could connect and schrie tae
amour of the sport. Thess capeienes evolved into fll
Scale has offerings from rae viewing hospital and
Fashion shows to world enowned aftr partis, complete
wäh sccommodations and wann, all wrapped into a
scams thee night program

One of my proudest achievements is launching the Amber
Lounge Charity Fashion Show in 2006 under the high
paromsgs of HSH Prince Albert I Since is inccpon the
vent has tase over USD 6 milion for incre causes,
including the Special Olympic, Sie Jick Stewart’ Race
‘Against Denia Foundation, he Eto John AIDS Found
‘ional tc Nelson Mandela Children's Fund.

Amber Lounge grow to become a global phenomenon,
Staging events in icon destinations such za Mone
Barcelona, Valencia, Austin, Delhi, Shanghai, Singapore,
Mexico City. and Abu Dhabi. develop th brand into wat
aha recois dh mas iconic Grand Prix experience
‘where shin, ining, har race viewing, amd

opa converge o ree the amas FIT fete
ing.

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35. The Stories Within

Sonia Irvine
Founder

36. ce

Success is not only
about recognition.
It is about creating
something you’re
proud of, making a
difference to
people, and staying
true to yourself
through it all.

22

In 2020, 1 sold the Amber Lounge brand and sepp back
devote more time o my
However, Im heft paced oF 0% car in

from a commercial day to day ie
oh

the world of FIM, o 1 launched a new ventre, ins
Conaitny. Through hi company, my mision so design
uxuny me viewing and copo

oth within motorpor and bey

oth Dia and

Monaco is place known for excellence and innovation
What does # mean te you to be recognized as ons of
Monaco's Mos! Inspiring Musinecel-eaders?

I what mice means, simply
of my abit I, inthe

process, Pie made people happy, then I fel I've achieve
‘hal ect outdo,
When I do take a moment to cosido it true acces for me

independent, to believe in themsclves, Lo know they can
achieve anything they st hei mods toa longa they work

ICY canin os valu thom, then Ive already achieved
the grate mccentTconldever hope fr

How would you describe your leadership philosophy, and
how hasitevolved throughout yourearcer?

My leader philosophy har alwys hoon rooted in aig
hy example, saying and om, and treating every team
remain hands on ad involved inthe day to day operation,
hich gives mea decp appreciation fr he effort and deta
that goto very succes projec.

I’ termed the importance of tring cbr, cmpowering
cop to tks owmcrdip and creating am envionment whee
reist, accountability, and collaboration rive 1 believe
in surounding myself with pasionals, capable individual
and giving thom the space und confidence to shin, while
Tonmining ere for gl dancs, support, nd clar decison

Ultimate, 1 tad with inition and restonce, Whether
managing high promu cuente

37. tions, Ive found tht saying calm, grounded and human ic
ky

Leda, o me, xno about contro: is abou inspiring a
shar vision and hoping people fel vl, motivate lo
‘wing theirbest and supported day and night when needed

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my Dino decisions ae inter, au, excellence,
nth approach that nothing too much raue eleven
doing wha right, even when ie na the easel or mest
profile way: WhethorI'm dealing with client, prior
team members, ransparency and trust ac cent. eleve
people respond to realness, wheter i in hw lead, the
Experiencia wecreale,orbow we teat others. never watt
Joss hat perioral, aman tach, no mater how bi brad
corsage

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<civering the highest standard posible, ot jut inthe details
fan eve, but inthe ng impresion i Tea hat where
rue impact is And fly, empathy, ry to ead and make
decisions by considering the people behind the process
Whcher ite my team or our cnt, understanding thir
noc, promus and perspectives e what els ald ston,
lasting relationship. The valcs Rave hep me bud
since that people tru and experience thal avs a
asingimpact

very leader faces setbacks. Can you tell us about
pivotal challenge you encountered and haw you turned
{ate sn opportunity?

1 find hie dia to answer, a inf, there ae always
challenges, oth personally and professionally. However, 1
ave never allowed myself to dwell on setbacks. Pve never
‘ought cold do something or achieve something, a I
lie theresa solution to every problem and that obstacles
ar ofen epporumiticsin disguise, rom which lessons canbe
arme orsgms that dire path may enced.

My life hacconristcaly presented challenges. ied my 1
lu cas, hu instead of ein that deine me, 1 us ta
‘motivation to push Rarer at school. Iwas told I was not
imeligent cnough to get it physetherapy schoo, so Found
nother way by moving to England, pursing my dis, and
imac} gradusing wäh Distinction, Later, I became the

‘only female physistherapit in Formula I" at
hie aeg

Tome, ie wil always be challenge, nd schock are never
eaten clove inporeveraser in having an inner ble?
in youre and focusing on what you can achicve and hen
doit This tint hsp evcry hing have done

‘nnovation key to staying ahead. What strategies doy
se to emvare your business remains agil und future.
ready

{novation has always ben al Ue heart of wha do, whether
launching Amber Lounge at time when thee vas no VIP
en F1™ now with vine Consultancy, where e
focus ison creating bespoke experiences.

Lisening closely to cents and industry sbi The mast
valable insights often come from being on the ground,
having real conversations, and observing how expectations
ona

Being willing adapts crucial. hae earned at oil
As oflen more valuable than perfection. Whether its cmbrac
ing new concep, rethinking a format, or changing a plan
mid event, lcnsurcthe team isempoweredtorespondquickly
andere

Ulimately, people want meaningful connections and
unforgetable moments By focusing on how we make pole
feel notjst what we deliver, estay aca o the curve an
increasmgy experience driven world. Imovation, lo me
{sntabout chasing tends about anticipan pcs Pere
they're void and creating experiences people did't even
know they were looking for.

38. How do you foster a culture of growth and role
within your organization?

Fosering a culture of grow and resilience starts with
creating an environment where people fest trust, valucd,
ndempomered to lake native. Lact high standards Bocas
1 believe that delivering an exceptional experience requires.
{sam widecommitmentincrelinee

Natural, scan erate pressure, this where leadership
mals most My roe is 0 suppor the tam in consistently
resting thon ph standards, cri dance, encourage
ment, and constructive odhack to help them conimunusly
improve

Forme, this when eal grow happens. Resilsnce comes
from experince, but als comes ftom à strong mindset. I
stave 10 Kad by example, remaining calm under pressure,
ever giving up and finding solutions to the issues that aise
Intbo last paced world of Ixury events and motorsport plans
shill constan. However, if the cam fects supported,
Aligned, and conden im ie roles, they abaya rise t the

Looking ahead to 2025 and beyond, I'm passionate about
continuing to evolve Irvine Consallney, We are aleady
developing our 2026 projects that blend high cd hospitality
‘with purpose driven moments and experience, from
exclusive privat gatherings in unique locations to curated
incentive weckends that gobeyond

Finally, what advice would you ote o aspiring leaders
and enireprencurs who aim fo create x meaningful impact
Inteday’sdynamle world?

My advice to spring leaders and cmrerencun sto stay
round in thet values and Ind wilh purpose, In today
Fast moving world, is casy o get caught up in trod
comparison, and pressure, ut real impact comes from
ubbenscity, consistoneyandaclear sense of purpo.

Surround yours with people who challenge you, support
you, and bring diferent perspectives to the table. No one
Pads anything meaningful alone. Also never underestimate
the power of Kindncs, especialy a industries bul om tras
such as event and hospital show you make people felis
Olten uba hey remember he most

Succes is not only about recognition. N about erating
somthing you'e proud of, making a diference in people's
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