Kasia Dabrow-Kielan, worked as a Social Worker for almost 15 years and completed her Bachelor of Psychology and Social Work. Kasia's passion is to work with others and she is equipped with skills to enhance the wellbeing of her clients. She worked in various fields of Social Work in Australia and United Kingdom. Kasia's personal experiences and life challenges made Kasia change her lifestyle and now has dedicated her life to helping others do the same, outside Social Work. Kasia has passionately created her own brand Consciously Healthy, which the name speaks for itself. Kasia has become a Health Coach and studied Iridology in Bali. She offers Iridology, Sclerology, health consulting, 1 on 1 Health Coaching and detox online programs. Kasia's hunger for knowledge does not rest and is keen in pursue further with studies. Kasia Dabrow-Kielan Executive Contributor Health Coach Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Kasia Dabrow-Kielan Health Coach Kasia Dabrow-Kielan, worked as a Social Worker for almost 15 years and completed her Bachelor of Psychology and Social Work. Kasia's passion is to work with others and she is equipped with skills to enhance the wellbeing of her clients. She worked in various fields of Social Work in Australia and United Kingdom. Kasia's personal experiences and life challenges made Kasia change her lifestyle and now has dedicated her life to helping others do the same, outside Social Work. Kasia has passionately created her own brand Consciously Healthy, which the name speaks for itself. Kasia has become a Health Coach and studied Iridology in Bali. She offers Iridology, Sclerology, health consulting, 1 on 1 Health Coaching and detox online programs. Kasia's hunger for knowledge does not rest and is keen in pursue further with studies. All articles Health & Wellness Principle Of Health ‒ Wholefoods When I talk about food, I often refer to a quote by Albert Einstein, as it hits the truth for me! READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Principle Of Health – Sunshine In my previous articles on the principles of health we covered air and water. READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Principle Of Health – Water In my previous article, I wrote about the first pillar of health “Air” and a fair bit of information got covered on this topic. READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Principles Of Health ‒ Air I find that most health-conscious individuals focus most of their attention on food and nutrition. READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Simplify The Way We Live And Strive For A Healthier Life With Kasia Dabrow Kielan Kasia Dabrow-Kielan worked as a Social Worker for 15 years. Kasia's passion is to help others. She is equipped with skills. READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Why Your Health Should And Does Matter To Others One month ago, I was returning from an overseas trip READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Kasia Dabrow-Kielan Health Coach The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Kasia Dabrow-Kielan Health Coach Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Assunta Cucca is a transformational coach and founder of Kokoro Consultancy, whose mission is to help people thrive in business and life, by bringing back more humanity into their lives and workplaces. In the past, she successfully led people and programmes to shape corporate cultures and encourage innovation in organisations such as lastminute.com, Tesco, Photobox and Moonpig, but she knows how challenging it is to navigate the corporate world … Previously a competitive TaeKwonDo athlete, Assunta brings to companies a holistic approach, keeping ‘mind, heart and body’ connected, believing that we can’t exclude the role that healthy bodies and clear minds play at work. She guides and understands the minds of high achievers and the role that perseverance and resilience have in one’s career and life. It all starts from our kokoro (heart/mind in Japanese)... Assunta Cucca Executive Contributor Kokoro Consultancy Ltd Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Assunta Cucca Kokoro Consultancy Ltd Assunta Cucca is a transformational coach and founder of Kokoro Consultancy, whose mission is to help people thrive in business and life, by bringing back more humanity into their lives and workplaces. In the past, she successfully led people and programmes to shape corporate cultures and encourage innovation in organisations such as lastminute.com, Tesco, Photobox and Moonpig, but she knows how challenging it is to navigate the corporate world … Previously a competitive TaeKwonDo athlete, Assunta brings to companies a holistic approach, keeping ‘mind, heart and body’ connected, believing that we can’t exclude the role that healthy bodies and clear minds play at work. She guides and understands the minds of high achievers and the role that perseverance and resilience have in one’s career and life. It all starts from our kokoro (heart/mind in Japanese)... All articles Exclusive interviews Developing A Conscious Leadership Style – Exclusive Interview With Assunta Cucca Every single of these episodes has something in common: the search for a new purpose READ ARTICLE Leadership How Somatic Coaching Can Bring Together Body And Mind During Uncertain Times Written by: Assunta Cucca, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Mindset Why Labels Might Be Holding Us Back And How To Move Forward Written by: Assunta Cucca, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Leadership When The Leader Is Tired Written by: Assunta Cucca, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Assunta Cucca Kokoro Consultancy Ltd The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Assunta Cucca Kokoro Consultancy Ltd Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Valerie Priester is a Self Trust and Clarity Guide who supports established, heart centred women entrepreneurs in building unshakable self trust so they can move forward with clarity, courage, and consistent action. Her work is rooted in the understanding that even accomplished women can hesitate at the edge of expansion, when self doubt grows louder than their inner knowing. Drawing from her own lived experience, Valerie guides women to trust themselves deeply enough to move before certainty arrives. As the creator of The Confident Clarity Pathway, she blends reflective depth with grounded planning to support expansion without overworking or abandoning self. Through deep mindset work, energetic reflection, and strategic clarity, she helps identify the subtle patterns interrupting momentum and replaces them with steady, intentional action. Valerie’s approach is not about fixing or providing formulas, but about restoring a woman’s connection to her own authority. She believes that when women trust themselves deeply, they move boldly, with clarity and consistency that creates lasting results. Her work focuses on depth over noise, alignment over hustle, and authority from within. Working with a select number of women each year, she offers a deeply intentional space for those ready to move beyond doubt and step fully into their next level. Valerie Priester Senior Level Executive Contributor Self-Trust & Clarity Guide for Established Women Entrepreneurs Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Valerie Priester Self-Trust & Clarity Guide for Established Women Entrepreneurs Valerie Priester is a Self Trust and Clarity Guide who supports established, heart centred women entrepreneurs in building unshakable self trust so they can move forward with clarity, courage, and consistent action. Her work is rooted in the understanding that even accomplished women can hesitate at the edge of expansion, when self doubt grows louder than their inner knowing. Drawing from her own lived experience, Valerie guides women to trust themselves deeply enough to move before certainty arrives. As the creator of The Confident Clarity Pathway, she blends reflective depth with grounded planning to support expansion without overworking or abandoning self. Through deep mindset work, energetic reflection, and strategic clarity, she helps identify the subtle patterns interrupting momentum and replaces them with steady, intentional action. Valerie’s approach is not about fixing or providing formulas, but about restoring a woman’s connection to her own authority. She believes that when women trust themselves deeply, they move boldly, with clarity and consistency that creates lasting results. Her work focuses on depth over noise, alignment over hustle, and authority from within. Working with a select number of women each year, she offers a deeply intentional space for those ready to move beyond doubt and step fully into their next level. All articles Business The Power of Being Supported There is a particular kind of strength that develops when you have spent years building something meaningful. You learn to trust your resourcefulness. You become comfortable figuring things out, making... READ ARTICLE Business The Quiet Courage of Aligned Decisions Sometimes the hardest decisions are not the ones where we do not know what to do. They are the ones where we already know what is true and have to decide whether we are willing to honor it. There is... READ ARTICLE Business When Clarity Becomes Aligned Action You may already know what needs to happen next. The question is whether you trust yourself enough to move. There comes a point when clarity is no longer the thing you are waiting for. You... READ ARTICLE Business How to Create Growth That Matches Who You’re Becoming Your next level is not asking you to become someone else. It is inviting you to build more honestly from who you already are. There comes a point in business when growth stops being a question of... READ ARTICLE Business You Do Not Need Permission to Matter There are certain moments in life that do not leave us. At first, we may understand them through the facts. What happened. Who was there. What needed to be done. What choice had to be made. We... READ ARTICLE Business Being Seen Without Performing Visibility becomes more powerful when it is rooted in self-trust, not pressure. Visibility can be one of the most misunderstood parts of business growth. From the outside, it often looks like a strategy... 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Coming soon... Antalia Wood Executive Contributor Entrepreneur Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Antalia Wood Entrepreneur Coming soon... All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Antalia Wood Entrepreneur The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Antalia Wood Entrepreneur Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Rita Farruggia, is the CEO and Founder of HappyBeingWell.com with the mission of being the #1 Self-Care Community in the world. Her mission is to awaken a billion people globally to their love while teaching them how to love themselves, reprogram their subconscious, align with truth, universal laws, and create a daily spiritual practice that involves self-care practises. HappyBeingWell.com offers the tools/products, education and inspiration to use in our daily spiritual & self-care practice. Rita believes a daily spiritual practice is not limited to yoga and/or meditation. The truth is when we are manually cleaning our dishes we often go into a trance, this is also a form of meditation. Rita believes our personal hygiene (self-care) and home cleaning sessions can also be our spiritual practices. Self-care and spiritual practises changed Rita's life, increased her ability to love herself. Rita Farruggia Executive Contributor CEO & Founder Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Rita Farruggia CEO & Founder Rita Farruggia, is the CEO and Founder of HappyBeingWell.com with the mission of being the #1 Self-Care Community in the world. Her mission is to awaken a billion people globally to their love while teaching them how to love themselves, reprogram their subconscious, align with truth, universal laws, and create a daily spiritual practice that involves self-care practises. HappyBeingWell.com offers the tools/products, education and inspiration to use in our daily spiritual & self-care practice. Rita believes a daily spiritual practice is not limited to yoga and/or meditation. The truth is when we are manually cleaning our dishes we often go into a trance, this is also a form of meditation. Rita believes our personal hygiene (self-care) and home cleaning sessions can also be our spiritual practices. Self-care and spiritual practises changed Rita's life, increased her ability to love herself. All articles Mindset The Benefits of Connecting With Your Future Self and What Research Says What if you could pause the noise of your everyday life long enough to see yourself, not as you are today, but as the person you're becoming? The future can feel abstract. Your goals may be clear one... READ ARTICLE Mindset Why Self-Help is Not Enough and What Gary John Bishop Says About Real Change The personal development industry has never been bigger. Millions of people meditate, journal, attend therapy, listen to podcasts, read bestselling self-help books, and invest significant time and money into... READ ARTICLE Business Best Digital Marketing Strategies in 2026 That Actually Drive Sales Digital marketing in 2026 isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing what actually works. Audiences are more selective, platforms are more competitive, and trust is harder to earn. The strategies that win today... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness When the Body Speaks – How Somatic Healing Sets You Free In a world that glorifies productivity, constant movement, and mental overdrive, many of us have become disconnected from the one place that holds our deepest truth, our body. We’ve been taught to think... READ ARTICLE Leadership Mastering Effective Leadership in a Changing World In today’s rapidly changing world, effective leadership demands more than authority and expertise, it requires emotional intelligence, clear communication, and adaptability. Leaders must inspire trust... READ ARTICLE Mindset How To Stop Doubting Yourself And Unleash Your Full Potential Doubting oneself is a universal human experience. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Rita Farruggia CEO & Founder The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Rita Farruggia CEO & Founder Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Lakina Fulks is an Best Selling author she has four books, she is a wife, a mother of 6 children. She is a businesswoman and Realtor who has many different businesses. She graduated with her Bachelor’s in Business and a Master’s Degree in Social Justice. She is the Vice President of The Lost and Found Christian Association whose mission is to provide battered and sexually abused women and their children with a rehabilitation process. Lakina is the Founder of The Treasure Within which is a 501C3 nonprofit organization that was designed for young ladies 8-19. The Non-Profit is intended to motivate, empower, uplift, build self-esteem, and teach leadership skills. She is a motivational speaker and she loves to empower people with topics of faith and the power of believing in yourself. She is the Host of The Show Believe In Yourself Tuesday on You Tube. Lakina Fulks Executive Contributor Business Coach and Motivational Speaker Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Lakina Fulks Business Coach and Motivational Speaker Lakina Fulks is an Best Selling author she has four books, she is a wife, a mother of 6 children. She is a businesswoman and Realtor who has many different businesses. She graduated with her Bachelor’s in Business and a Master’s Degree in Social Justice. She is the Vice President of The Lost and Found Christian Association whose mission is to provide battered and sexually abused women and their children with a rehabilitation process. Lakina is the Founder of The Treasure Within which is a 501C3 nonprofit organization that was designed for young ladies 8-19. The Non-Profit is intended to motivate, empower, uplift, build self-esteem, and teach leadership skills. She is a motivational speaker and she loves to empower people with topics of faith and the power of believing in yourself. She is the Host of The Show Believe In Yourself Tuesday on You Tube. All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Lakina Fulks Business Coach and Motivational Speaker The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Lakina Fulks Business Coach and Motivational Speaker Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Jean Gomes is a New York Times bestselling author and trusted advisor to CEOs and leaders. His research and practice centres on creating More Human organisations, harnessing the latest findings in neuroscience and experimental psychology. In his most recent book, Leading in a Non-Linear world, he explores a new approach to embracing uncertainty by building mindsets for the future. The team at his research-based consultancy, Outside, works with a community of scientists to develop simple and powerful strategies to transform wellbeing, leadership, and organisational agility. He is co-host of the popular podcast, The Evolving Leader. Jean Gomes Executive Contributor Founder Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Jean Gomes Founder Jean Gomes is a New York Times bestselling author and trusted advisor to CEOs and leaders. His research and practice centres on creating More Human organisations, harnessing the latest findings in neuroscience and experimental psychology. In his most recent book, Leading in a Non-Linear world, he explores a new approach to embracing uncertainty by building mindsets for the future. The team at his research-based consultancy, Outside, works with a community of scientists to develop simple and powerful strategies to transform wellbeing, leadership, and organisational agility. He is co-host of the popular podcast, The Evolving Leader. All articles Leadership Break The Binary Mindset That Blocks Growth, Innovation And Organisational Health A binary mindset unconsciously encourages leaders, teams, and organisations to repeat a ‘ignore, panic, react, justify’ loop READ ARTICLE Leadership Why Mindset Defines Culture Surfacing and challenging the assumptions that define our beliefs lies at the heart of human progress and the cultures we create READ ARTICLE Leadership Rethinking Mindset Will Empower Us In An Age Of Uncertainty Our mindset is much more than just the beliefs or mental models we carry. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Jean Gomes Founder The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Jean Gomes Founder Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Jazsper Renee Womack is a 25-year-old Alabama Native, born In Tallahassee, Florida, in 1995. She grew up in Ozark, Alabama, where she graduated High School in 2013 and attended Cosmetology School at Wallace Community College in Dothan, Alabama. In 2019, Jazsper set out to make her mark in the beauty industry and relocated to Atlanta Georgia, where she would create her beauty line, “Just Jazee Beauty” , “Color Me Pretty by Just Jazee,” and an online Beauty Studio. Her brand would powerfully relay the message to remind her clientele that beauty starts from within, beginning with positive self-image, self care, and self-esteem. Because she understands this principle, she’s able to offer High-End Bundles, Lashes, and Beauty products with confidence, giving her recognition from Voyage Atlanta and Who’s Who for her exceptional products and services. Jazsper Womack Executive Contributor Founder of Just Jazee Beauty Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Jazsper Womack Founder of Just Jazee Beauty Jazsper Renee Womack is a 25-year-old Alabama Native, born In Tallahassee, Florida, in 1995. She grew up in Ozark, Alabama, where she graduated High School in 2013 and attended Cosmetology School at Wallace Community College in Dothan, Alabama. In 2019, Jazsper set out to make her mark in the beauty industry and relocated to Atlanta Georgia, where she would create her beauty line, “Just Jazee Beauty” , “Color Me Pretty by Just Jazee,” and an online Beauty Studio. Her brand would powerfully relay the message to remind her clientele that beauty starts from within, beginning with positive self-image, self care, and self-esteem. Because she understands this principle, she’s able to offer High-End Bundles, Lashes, and Beauty products with confidence, giving her recognition from Voyage Atlanta and Who’s Who for her exceptional products and services. All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Jazsper Womack Founder of Just Jazee Beauty The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Jazsper Womack Founder of Just Jazee Beauty Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Galvanizing, Soul-stirring Performances   A desire to unify hearts and minds through the spirit and messages of music is at the core of Garrett Keast’s work. Known for his ability to inspire and connect with musicians and audiences alike, the Berlin-based conductor is widely recognized for his musical depth with a wide range of repertoire both in the concert hall and opera house. Keast has become known in recent years for his symphonic conducting and expertise in American repertoire as well as for his rise as founder and conductor of his critically acclaimed orchestra, the Berlin Academy of American Music.   Keast began his career as Associate Conductor of New York City Opera before launching his career in Europe with engagements at the Paris Opera, Orchestre de Paris, Deutsche Oper Berlin, and the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester. Today, he regularly appears at top venues including Hamburg’s Elbphilharmonie, Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, Brussel’s BOZAR, the Staatsoper Hamburg, Seoul Arts Center, Theater an der Wien, and the Festspielhaus Baden-Baden. Described as drawing out “refined and concentrated playing” with “assured sensitivity” (Financial Times), Keast has conducted performances with orchestras including the Tonkünstler Orchester, Deutsches Sinfonie-Orchester Berlin, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Orchestre National Capitole Toulouse, Philharmonique de Monte Carlo, the Atlanta Symphony, and the Los Angeles Opera Orchestra. Recent recording projects have included Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf with the Konzerthaus Orchester Berlin and the debut album of the Berlin Academy of American Music, Transatlantic, which received 5 stars from the BBC Music, Fanfare, Limelight and das Orchester magazines.   Keast has conducted performances with orchestras including the SWR Sinfonieorchester, Prague Philharmonia, Belgian National Orchestra, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine, Orchestre Philharmonique de Strasbourg, Royal Danish Orchestra, Oregon Symphony, New Jersey Symphony, and the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.     Connection is a theme carried throughout Keast’s endeavors. The Houston-born conductor is a prominent interpreter of repertoire from his homeland, continuously developing relevant, thought-provoking programming. In recent seasons, he has led programs premiering works of Missy Mazzoli, Anthony Davis, Caroline Shaw, David T. Little, David Lang, and Avner Dorman. Additional American programs include John Neumeier’s Bernstein Dances in the Los Angeles Music Center and Baden Baden Festspielhaus, a Broadway program at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, a Bernstein Gala with the Rundfunk Sinfonieorchester Berlin, performances of Bernstein’s Mass in Dresden’s Frauenkirche, and Copland’s Third Symphony at the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra.     Presenting a fusion of iconic and modern American and American-themed works is also the focus of the Berlin Academy of American Music (BAAM), founded by Keast at the height of the pandemic. The orchestra’s debut recording, Transatlantic, was released in October 2021 on the ONYX Classics label. The orchestra has quickly gained recognition for its exceptional quality of performance and programming, garnering return invitations, sold-out performances, and tour developments. Garrett Keast Executive Contributor International Conductor & Founder of BAAM Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Garrett Keast International Conductor & Founder of BAAM Galvanizing, Soul-stirring Performances A desire to unify hearts and minds through the spirit and messages of music is at the core of Garrett Keast’s work. Known for his ability to inspire and connect with musicians and audiences alike, the Berlin-based conductor is widely recognized for his musical depth with a wide range of repertoire both in the concert hall and opera house. Keast has become known in recent years for his symphonic conducting and expertise in American repertoire as well as for his rise as founder and conductor of his critically acclaimed orchestra, the Berlin Academy of American Music. Keast began his career as Associate Conductor of New York City Opera before launching his career in Europe with engagements at the Paris Opera, Orchestre de Paris, Deutsche Oper Berlin, and the NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchester. Today, he regularly appears at top venues including Hamburg’s Elbphilharmonie, Amsterdam’s Concertgebouw, Brussel’s BOZAR, the Staatsoper Hamburg, Seoul Arts Center, Theater an der Wien, and the Festspielhaus Baden-Baden. Described as drawing out “refined and concentrated playing” with “assured sensitivity” (Financial Times), Keast has conducted performances with orchestras including the Tonkünstler Orchester, Deutsches Sinfonie-Orchester Berlin, Philharmonisches Staatsorchester Hamburg, Rundfunk-Sinfonieorchester Berlin, Orchestre National Capitole Toulouse, Philharmonique de Monte Carlo, the Atlanta Symphony, and the Los Angeles Opera Orchestra. Recent recording projects have included Prokofiev’s Peter and the Wolf with the Konzerthaus Orchester Berlin and the debut album of the Berlin Academy of American Music, Transatlantic, which received 5 stars from the BBC Music, Fanfare, Limelight and das Orchester magazines. Keast has conducted performances with orchestras including the SWR Sinfonieorchester, Prague Philharmonia, Belgian National Orchestra, Orchestre National Bordeaux Aquitaine, Orchestre Philharmonique de Strasbourg, Royal Danish Orchestra, Oregon Symphony, New Jersey Symphony, and the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Connection is a theme carried throughout Keast’s endeavors. The Houston-born conductor is a prominent interpreter of repertoire from his homeland, continuously developing relevant, thought-provoking programming. In recent seasons, he has led programs premiering works of Missy Mazzoli, Anthony Davis, Caroline Shaw, David T. Little, David Lang, and Avner Dorman. Additional American programs include John Neumeier’s Bernstein Dances in the Los Angeles Music Center and Baden Baden Festspielhaus, a Broadway program at the Concertgebouw in Amsterdam, a Bernstein Gala with the Rundfunk Sinfonieorchester Berlin, performances of Bernstein’s Mass in Dresden’s Frauenkirche, and Copland’s Third Symphony at the Fort Worth Symphony Orchestra. Presenting a fusion of iconic and modern American and American-themed works is also the focus of the Berlin Academy of American Music (BAAM), founded by Keast at the height of the pandemic. The orchestra’s debut recording, Transatlantic, was released in October 2021 on the ONYX Classics label. The orchestra has quickly gained recognition for its exceptional quality of performance and programming, garnering return invitations, sold-out performances, and tour developments. All articles Leadership The Hidden Work That Builds Success – A View From the Conductor’s Podium We like to imagine success as the result of obvious things, talent, intelligence, timing, maybe a bit of luck if we’re being honest. In music, leadership, business, and almost every ambitious pursuit... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Journey to Bringing American Music to the World Stage – Exclusive Interview with Garrett Keast A desire to unify hearts and minds through the spirit and messages of music is at the core of Garrett Keast’s work. Known for his ability to inspire and connect with musicians and audiences alike... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Garrett Keast International Conductor & Founder of BAAM The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Garrett Keast International Conductor & Founder of BAAM Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Maíra Flores is an embodiment coach for executives and high-achieving professionals – the people who look most in control on paper, who often already go to the gym or run or do Pilates, and are still the furthest from what their body is actually trying to tell them. Her work sits at the intersection of ontological coaching, somatic medicine, and movement. Where most executive coaching stays in the realm of strategy and mindset, Maíra works with the layer underneath: the survival identity the nervous system has organized itself around, often shaped by early trauma, that quietly dictates how a leader makes decisions, handles pressure, and relates to their own limits. She is the creator of the Five Masks Quiz, built on the five character structures first identified by American psychotherapist Alexander Lowen, founder of Bioenergetic Analysis – a set of survival identities the nervous system can attach to. Each mask once worked. Now it costs the person wearing it their health, their relationships, or their capacity to lead well. Maíra is Brazilian, based in London, and brings a background in physiotherapy and Pilates instruction – alongside a personal practice of social dance – into her coaching work, treating the body as a legitimate source of information rather than something to override. She works with clients one-to-one, both in person and online, and is building toward a corporate offering for organizations ready to address the root of what's running their leaders, rather than just the symptoms. Her approach is direct. She does not do generic wellness language, and she does not tell clients what they want to hear. She tells them what their body has been trying to tell them for years. Maira Flores Xavier Executive Contributor Embodiment Coach for Executives Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Maira Flores Xavier Embodiment Coach for Executives Maíra Flores is an embodiment coach for executives and high-achieving professionals – the people who look most in control on paper, who often already go to the gym or run or do Pilates, and are still the furthest from what their body is actually trying to tell them. Her work sits at the intersection of ontological coaching, somatic medicine, and movement. Where most executive coaching stays in the realm of strategy and mindset, Maíra works with the layer underneath: the survival identity the nervous system has organized itself around, often shaped by early trauma, that quietly dictates how a leader makes decisions, handles pressure, and relates to their own limits. She is the creator of the Five Masks Quiz, built on the five character structures first identified by American psychotherapist Alexander Lowen, founder of Bioenergetic Analysis – a set of survival identities the nervous system can attach to. Each mask once worked. Now it costs the person wearing it their health, their relationships, or their capacity to lead well. Maíra is Brazilian, based in London, and brings a background in physiotherapy and Pilates instruction – alongside a personal practice of social dance – into her coaching work, treating the body as a legitimate source of information rather than something to override. She works with clients one-to-one, both in person and online, and is building toward a corporate offering for organizations ready to address the root of what's running their leaders, rather than just the symptoms. Her approach is direct. She does not do generic wellness language, and she does not tell clients what they want to hear. 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Anna Lawrence is a certified Chopra Health (Ayurveda) and Primordial Sound Meditation Instructor, as well as a Total Well-Being Coach. In 2017, Anna was diagnosed with Hashimotos, an auto-immune disease, and dealt with chronic fatigue, digestive issues, and fear of never feeling like herself again. The daily fatigue and digestive issues got in the way of accepting a full-time offer at her ski instructing job, and doctors told her she would never be able to eat wheat or dairy again. Anna realized that her health was preventing her from living the full life she always wanted, so she sought out a solution. In 2021, she completed the Chopra teacher & coach training programs and her whole life shifted. When she learned about the Ayurvedic healing system, she realized how out of balance her mind-body system was and how that imbalance was the source of her dis-ease. She has always been passionate about natural healing and wants to help other fatigued female entrepreneurs regain their energy naturally and find balance in their life through Ayurveda. Anna Lawrence Executive Contributor Well-Being Coach Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Anna Lawrence Well-Being Coach Anna Lawrence is a certified Chopra Health (Ayurveda) and Primordial Sound Meditation Instructor, as well as a Total Well-Being Coach. In 2017, Anna was diagnosed with Hashimotos, an auto-immune disease, and dealt with chronic fatigue, digestive issues, and fear of never feeling like herself again. The daily fatigue and digestive issues got in the way of accepting a full-time offer at her ski instructing job, and doctors told her she would never be able to eat wheat or dairy again. Anna realized that her health was preventing her from living the full life she always wanted, so she sought out a solution. In 2021, she completed the Chopra teacher & coach training programs and her whole life shifted. When she learned about the Ayurvedic healing system, she realized how out of balance her mind-body system was and how that imbalance was the source of her dis-ease. She has always been passionate about natural healing and wants to help other fatigued female entrepreneurs regain their energy naturally and find balance in their life through Ayurveda. All articles Lifestyle 3 Ways To Gain More Energy Naturally With Ayurveda As Spring is here and Summer quickly approaches in the Northern hemisphere READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness How To Have More Energy With Mindful Eating – From An Ayurvedic Lens Are you waking up exhausted and struggling to get through the day feeling focused and energized? READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Anna Lawrence Well-Being Coach The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Anna Lawrence Well-Being Coach Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Sarah began her career at Salesforce.com in the sales development team, when there were 40 people in the Sydney office and half a floor. It was here that she began her RevOps career learning from the ground up and developing the demand generation model of the largest SaaS provider in the world. From there (after 10 years), she continued to add to her RevOps expertise by joining Marketo in Australia pre-ipo leading the commercial sales team and managing the NZ country region. She then joined Dropbox for Business in the Enterprise APAC team and led the APAC sales and gtm strategy for GitLab pre-IPO reporting to the CRO. Co-founding Cattle Dog in 2015 with Luke and Nas, she has grown the RevOps and Growth GotoMarket services organisation to support hundreds of high-tech and digital customers globally. Working with the likes of Honeycomb.io, Falkon, Nirmata, JB Hifi and Conga, Sarah has helped SaaS and B2B businesses create and accelerate their growth and refine their RevOps strategies and technology. With board experience in her own business as the CEO and co-founder, along with non-profits she spends her spare time coaching and mentoring others in their careers, businesses and creating new go-to-market strategies aligned with driving cost out and increasing revenue. Always looking for where the revenue could be leaking, Sarah is a visionary and solutions mind participating and leading in communities all around the world including: Peter Diamondis’ A360 Singularity Executive community, The Entourage (Aus), RevOps Collective, Pavilion, RevGenius and Women in Revenue. Sarah "Sharky" Harkness Executive Contributor CEO, Coach, Mum, Survivor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Sarah "Sharky" Harkness CEO, Coach, Mum, Survivor Sarah began her career at Salesforce.com in the sales development team, when there were 40 people in the Sydney office and half a floor. It was here that she began her RevOps career learning from the ground up and developing the demand generation model of the largest SaaS provider in the world. From there (after 10 years), she continued to add to her RevOps expertise by joining Marketo in Australia pre-ipo leading the commercial sales team and managing the NZ country region. She then joined Dropbox for Business in the Enterprise APAC team and led the APAC sales and gtm strategy for GitLab pre-IPO reporting to the CRO. Co-founding Cattle Dog in 2015 with Luke and Nas, she has grown the RevOps and Growth GotoMarket services organisation to support hundreds of high-tech and digital customers globally. Working with the likes of Honeycomb.io, Falkon, Nirmata, JB Hifi and Conga, Sarah has helped SaaS and B2B businesses create and accelerate their growth and refine their RevOps strategies and technology. With board experience in her own business as the CEO and co-founder, along with non-profits she spends her spare time coaching and mentoring others in their careers, businesses and creating new go-to-market strategies aligned with driving cost out and increasing revenue. Always looking for where the revenue could be leaking, Sarah is a visionary and solutions mind participating and leading in communities all around the world including: Peter Diamondis’ A360 Singularity Executive community, The Entourage (Aus), RevOps Collective, Pavilion, RevGenius and Women in Revenue. All articles Business How To Overcome Fear During A Recession The current climate is taking a toll on all of us, whether it's the constant stream of negative READ ARTICLE Leadership Turning Suffering Into Your Super-Power Every person in the world faces adversity. Along with taxes and death, this is a certainty. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Sarah "Sharky" Harkness CEO, Coach, Mum, Survivor The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Sarah "Sharky" Harkness CEO, Coach, Mum, Survivor Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?