Leslie Koenig, MD is a pioneer in the IV ketamine clinic world, opening Waybridge Clinics in Omaha, NE. A celebrated board certified Emergency Physician with extensive experience helping others in wellness and physical and mental trauma, she wrote “Stress Relief Survival Guide” with accompanying YouTube course. Dedicating her life to service after 8 years in the US Navy and a combat deployment with the USMC to Afghanistan, she is a life long learner who aims to transform healthcare by empowering patients through an integrative medicine perspective. Leslie Koenig, MD Executive Contributor Medical Director, Waybridge Clinics 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? Leslie Koenig, MD Medical Director, Waybridge Clinics Leslie Koenig, MD is a pioneer in the IV ketamine clinic world, opening Waybridge Clinics in Omaha, NE. A celebrated board certified Emergency Physician with extensive experience helping others in wellness and physical and mental trauma, she wrote “Stress Relief Survival Guide” with accompanying YouTube course. Dedicating her life to service after 8 years in the US Navy and a combat deployment with the USMC to Afghanistan, she is a life long learner who aims to transform healthcare by empowering patients through an integrative medicine perspective. All articles Health & Wellness What No One Will Tell You About Depression It feels like you’re missing something. It’s not supposed to be like this… right? Modern medicine has done everything it can to help... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness 3 Ways Ketamine Is Changing Mental Health Today Ketamine is an old medicine with a new purpose. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Leslie Koenig, MD Medical Director, Waybridge Clinics 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 Leslie Koenig, MD Medical Director, Waybridge Clinics 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?

Jennifer Hall is a highly adaptable, service-oriented professional with over two decades of diverse leadership spanning healthcare, public education, luxury hospitality, and private household management. As a two-time cancer survivor and a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, credentialed by Dharma Moon and Tibet House in 2025, she possesses a rare blend of deep empathy, mental resilience, and exceptional organizational agility. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation from Radford University and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Supervision from Lynchburg College. Grounded by these credentials, Jennifer excels at stepping into high-demand environments to streamline operations, manage complex logistics, and provide top-tier support. Her extensive career began in the clinical realm as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and Adjunct Therapist at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, where she spent years coordinating programs and navigating high-risk psychiatric settings. This foundational experience in crisis intervention and deep discretion seamlessly prepared her for a long, impactful tenure in public education. Teaching Family and Consumer Sciences across Virginia and North Carolina, Jennifer chaired career and technical departments, spearheaded state-supported pilot programs to mentor future educators, and expertly balanced the needs of students, parents, and administrators. Her capacity for managing fast-paced, dynamic settings was enhanced during her seasonal work in guest support services at the luxury Waterfall Resort in Alaska, where she delivered high-end experiences for VIP guests and managed retail inventory, then transitioning to the private sector of personal assistance and household manager in California, all while navigating cancer treatment and relapse prevention. Highly resilient and adaptable to change, Jennifer balances her time between Virginia, Michigan, Florida, and South Carolina. She channels her life experiences into her short story and memoir series, Caught Looking, and recently as an executive contributor to Brainz magazine with a focus on inspiring readers to navigate the vicissitudes of life and realize their full potential. Jennifer Ann Hall Executive Contributor Educator, Certified & Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, 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? Jennifer Ann Hall Educator, Certified & Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, Jennifer Hall is a highly adaptable, service-oriented professional with over two decades of diverse leadership spanning healthcare, public education, luxury hospitality, and private household management. As a two-time cancer survivor and a Certified Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, credentialed by Dharma Moon and Tibet House in 2025, she possesses a rare blend of deep empathy, mental resilience, and exceptional organizational agility. Her educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation from Radford University and a Master of Education in Educational Leadership and Supervision from Lynchburg College. Grounded by these credentials, Jennifer excels at stepping into high-demand environments to streamline operations, manage complex logistics, and provide top-tier support. Her extensive career began in the clinical realm as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and Adjunct Therapist at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, where she spent years coordinating programs and navigating high-risk psychiatric settings. This foundational experience in crisis intervention and deep discretion seamlessly prepared her for a long, impactful tenure in public education. Teaching Family and Consumer Sciences across Virginia and North Carolina, Jennifer chaired career and technical departments, spearheaded state-supported pilot programs to mentor future educators, and expertly balanced the needs of students, parents, and administrators. Her capacity for managing fast-paced, dynamic settings was enhanced during her seasonal work in guest support services at the luxury Waterfall Resort in Alaska, where she delivered high-end experiences for VIP guests and managed retail inventory, then transitioning to the private sector of personal assistance and household manager in California, all while navigating cancer treatment and relapse prevention. Highly resilient and adaptable to change, Jennifer balances her time between Virginia, Michigan, Florida, and South Carolina. She channels her life experiences into her short story and memoir series, Caught Looking, and recently as an executive contributor to Brainz magazine with a focus on inspiring readers to navigate the vicissitudes of life and realize their full potential. All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Jennifer Ann Hall Educator, Certified & Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, 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 Jennifer Ann Hall Educator, Certified & Mindfulness Meditation Teacher, 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. 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Anthony Maddalena is the founder and Head Trainer of PowerCall Global Training, a sales, leadership and personal development organisation dedicated to assisting professionals to be the very best versions of themselves. He uses his extensive experience as a sales leader, coach and results-focused trainer to create inspirational and transformational workshops and programmes that assist his clients to excel in areas such as: team leadership, mindset shift, sales best practice, social selling, time management and mentoring skills. Anthony Maddalena is the founder and Head Trainer of PowerCall Global Training, a sales, leadership and personal development organisation dedicated to assisting professionals to be the very best versions of themselves. He uses his extensive experience as a sales leader, coach and results-focused trainer to create inspirational and transformational workshops and programmes that assist his clients to excel in areas such as: team leadership, mindset shift, sales best practice, social selling, time management and mentoring skills. Anthony Maddalena Executive Contributor Transformational Trainer and Business 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? Anthony Maddalena Transformational Trainer and Business Coach Anthony Maddalena is the founder and Head Trainer of PowerCall Global Training, a sales, leadership and personal development organisation dedicated to assisting professionals to be the very best versions of themselves. He uses his extensive experience as a sales leader, coach and results-focused trainer to create inspirational and transformational workshops and programmes that assist his clients to excel in areas such as: team leadership, mindset shift, sales best practice, social selling, time management and mentoring skills. Anthony Maddalena is the founder and Head Trainer of PowerCall Global Training, a sales, leadership and personal development organisation dedicated to assisting professionals to be the very best versions of themselves. He uses his extensive experience as a sales leader, coach and results-focused trainer to create inspirational and transformational workshops and programmes that assist his clients to excel in areas such as: team leadership, mindset shift, sales best practice, social selling, time management and mentoring skills. All articles Leadership The Essential Guide To Management Skills – From Feedback To Remote Working In the fast-paced world of business, equipping yourself with the top 10 management skills is essential for success. READ ARTICLE Mindset Boost Your Confidence – 7 Exercises For Conquering Nerves When Presenting Are you looking to improve your presentation skills and conquer nerves when presenting? Look no further! READ ARTICLE Leadership 5 Key Mentoring Skills You Need As we step into the future, the world continues to evolve rapidly, with changes that are increasingly complex and unpredictable. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Anthony Maddalena Transformational Trainer and Business 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 Anthony Maddalena Transformational Trainer and Business 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?

Bre Bicknell is a recognized M-Factor Peri & Menopause care specialist . In her early 20's Bre left a career in law enforcement. She wanted to help women get ahead of their reactive behaviors. She became a strength coach so she could empower women with tools to transform their own energy, This led her to study physiology, hormone health, nutrition and behavior change. She became certified as a NSCA Personal Trainer, AASDN Nutrition Specialist, CIHC Health Coach and Strongfirst Kettebell Coach. With over a decade experience of working with women over 40, she started her own company, Burn Brighter Coaching where she empowers women in midlife and beyond with high strength workouts, group support, high accountability and alliance with doctors to bring medical interventions so they improve brain health and increase muscle mass.   Bre Bicknell Executive Contributor Perimenopause & Menopause Expert 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? Bre Bicknell Perimenopause & Menopause Expert Bre Bicknell is a recognized M-Factor Peri & Menopause care specialist . In her early 20's Bre left a career in law enforcement. She wanted to help women get ahead of their reactive behaviors. She became a strength coach so she could empower women with tools to transform their own energy, This led her to study physiology, hormone health, nutrition and behavior change. She became certified as a NSCA Personal Trainer, AASDN Nutrition Specialist, CIHC Health Coach and Strongfirst Kettebell Coach. With over a decade experience of working with women over 40, she started her own company, Burn Brighter Coaching where she empowers women in midlife and beyond with high strength workouts, group support, high accountability and alliance with doctors to bring medical interventions so they improve brain health and increase muscle mass. All articles Health & Wellness Why Menopause? What All Women in Midlife Need to Know Menopause has a meaningful purpose. It’s not just nature playing a tough trick on women. In fact, it’s an amazing evolutionary advantage given only to women. It represents our brain evolving us for the... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Bre Bicknell Perimenopause & Menopause Expert 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 Bre Bicknell Perimenopause & Menopause Expert 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?

Maureen Adams is an Executive Career Coach based in the UK. She works with ambitious senior professionals and leaders, facing complex challenges, to have impact at personal and organisational level. As an experienced director herself, she has walked the path and helps others not only realise their potential through growth and change but to find their zest and redesign their lives. Maureen is Founder of Cumulus Coaching UK. Maureen Adams Executive Contributor Executive Career 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? Maureen Adams Executive Career Coach Maureen Adams is an Executive Career Coach based in the UK. She works with ambitious senior professionals and leaders, facing complex challenges, to have impact at personal and organisational level. As an experienced director herself, she has walked the path and helps others not only realise their potential through growth and change but to find their zest and redesign their lives. Maureen is Founder of Cumulus Coaching UK. All articles Leadership 3 Ways For Leaders To Mobilize Insight And Self-Awareness Success in business is often judged on action and results rather than insight. READ ARTICLE Business 5 Ways To Deal With Executive Stress As an executive or senior leader, it can be tempting to believe that stress comes with the role and is something we need to learn to live READ ARTICLE Mindset 5 Ways To Settle For More With Transformative Goals What do people look for in a happy and fulfilled life? Good friends, a supportive family, a fulfilling career, and time to enjoy READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Maureen Adams Executive Career 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 Maureen Adams Executive Career 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?

After a deep spiritual awakening, she was guided to “let it all go” and build anew, following daily guidance from her inner teacher (God) instead of the unfulfilling 'chase'.She knew there had to be a better way for driven women to create sustainable, scalable success that felt soulful AND allowed them to be tapped into peace of mind over everything. The era of EGO driven business is out and LOVE fuelled legacy is IN.From this, she Co-Founded Magnetism and Media, a hybrid academy agency for High-Impact women who want to build, launch and scale their Purpose Projects in a community of collaboration and expert network. Their iconic edge is turning ideas from concept to cash flow, so more entrepreneurs can experience the freedom leveraged from scaling their venture while also offering a team of highly-trained VA's, graphic designers & ads experts to support them in bending time to make it happen! www.magnetismandmedia.comWith 18 years of high-level management, team training, sales expertise, Instructor Training in Think and Grow Rich™, coaching in Gallup Clifton Strengths™, a 2nd year Spiritual Ministry student with A Course In Miracles, and countless certifications and courses in energetics, mindset and mentorship, plus priceless personal experience, Jenny advocates for a wholistic approach to business expansion. In Jenny’s multi-faceted approach, she bridges the gap between the language of the mind and our relationship to Holy Spirit and marries it to the passion to pursue businesses we love (making simple systems sexy again!)3 𝙛𝙪𝙣 𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙅𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙮:Jenny’s husband, Dave, operated one of Canada’s original iconic dirt track Motorspeedways for 3 years before they packed up their little family of 4 and moved to the Mexico Caribbean on a leap of faith"Miss Ontario" was the title Jenny held in Canada Pageants International in 2008 when she competed for the Miss Canada crown. She wound up winning the Spirit Award which is in fact, much more on-brand! In her corporate days, Jenny was known as, “The Director of Fun” for her culture of creating the frequency of play in every work day! Jenny Bitner is a multi-passionate Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker and Executive Team Trainer, having grown and scaled several businesses from zero to 6+ figures. Jenny Bitner Executive Contributor Business Coach & Retreat Facilitator 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? Jenny Bitner Business Coach & Retreat Facilitator After a deep spiritual awakening, she was guided to “let it all go” and build anew, following daily guidance from her inner teacher (God) instead of the unfulfilling 'chase'.She knew there had to be a better way for driven women to create sustainable, scalable success that felt soulful AND allowed them to be tapped into peace of mind over everything. The era of EGO driven business is out and LOVE fuelled legacy is IN.From this, she Co-Founded Magnetism and Media, a hybrid academy agency for High-Impact women who want to build, launch and scale their Purpose Projects in a community of collaboration and expert network. Their iconic edge is turning ideas from concept to cash flow, so more entrepreneurs can experience the freedom leveraged from scaling their venture while also offering a team of highly-trained VA's, graphic designers & ads experts to support them in bending time to make it happen! www.magnetismandmedia.comWith 18 years of high-level management, team training, sales expertise, Instructor Training in Think and Grow Rich™, coaching in Gallup Clifton Strengths™, a 2nd year Spiritual Ministry student with A Course In Miracles, and countless certifications and courses in energetics, mindset and mentorship, plus priceless personal experience, Jenny advocates for a wholistic approach to business expansion. In Jenny’s multi-faceted approach, she bridges the gap between the language of the mind and our relationship to Holy Spirit and marries it to the passion to pursue businesses we love (making simple systems sexy again!)3 𝙛𝙪𝙣 𝙛𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙅𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙮:Jenny’s husband, Dave, operated one of Canada’s original iconic dirt track Motorspeedways for 3 years before they packed up their little family of 4 and moved to the Mexico Caribbean on a leap of faith"Miss Ontario" was the title Jenny held in Canada Pageants International in 2008 when she competed for the Miss Canada crown. She wound up winning the Spirit Award which is in fact, much more on-brand! In her corporate days, Jenny was known as, “The Director of Fun” for her culture of creating the frequency of play in every work day! Jenny Bitner is a multi-passionate Entrepreneur, Motivational Speaker and Executive Team Trainer, having grown and scaled several businesses from zero to 6+ figures. All articles Leadership Beyond The Ping-Pong Table — The Science Of Integrating Playful Workplace For Lasting Employee Engagement Ah, the classic ping-pong table in the office—a symbol of playfulness at work. But what if I told you that there's more to creating a fun... READ ARTICLE Business Unleashing Creativity And Retaining Talent – How A Playful Strategy Transforms Profits In the fast-paced and competitive landscape of today's business world, creativity and talent retention are two key factors that can make... READ ARTICLE Leadership Play Hard, Work Smart – The Key To Sustainable Employee Retention And Mental Wellness Are you tired of the same old "work hard, play hard" mantra that often leaves you feeling drained and burnt out? Well, it's time for... READ ARTICLE Business The Playful Path To Long-Term Talent Retention – Where Fun And Profit Collide In the world of talent retention, where competition is fierce and turnover can be costly, companies are discovering an unconventional but... READ ARTICLE Leadership From Burnout To Breakthrough – Prioritizing Mental Health To Drive Workplace Success In the fast-paced world of modern work, where deadlines loom, responsibilities pile up, and the pursuit of success seems relentless... READ ARTICLE Leadership The Dollars And Sense Of Fun – Cutting Costs Through Enhanced Employee Retention Picture this: A workplace where laughter is common, employees genuinely enjoy their tasks, and the ping-pong table isn't just a piece... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Jenny Bitner Business Coach & Retreat Facilitator 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 Jenny Bitner Business Coach & Retreat Facilitator 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?

Anika Kumar Vashishth is a Positive Psychology Practitioner whose work explores a question at the heart of wellbeing: what enables people not merely to function, but to flourish? With a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Melbourne, certification in Positive Education, and over a decade of practitioner experience, Anika has worked with schools, educators, parents, children, and families to cultivate environments where wellbeing can thrive. Grounded in positive psychology and neuroscience, her work spans one-to-one practice, group programmes, parent and educator workshops, mindfulness-based experiences, and wellbeing retreats. She is also a contributing co-author to a collective book, where she wrote about nervous system regulation and wellbeing. Anika is the founder of I AM ENOUGH | FLOURISH, a community inspired by the philosophy of Purna—a Sanskrit concept of wholeness and completeness. It reflects a belief central to her work: rather than approaching ourselves as something to be fixed, we can learn to recognise and draw upon the strengths, capacities, and inner resources already within us. Mindfulness is woven throughout her practice, supporting presence, awareness, and deeper connection with ourselves and others. Inspired by Christopher Peterson’s principle that “other people matter,” Anika also sees relationships and community as fundamental to flourishing. Her work brings together science, practice, and the philosophy of Purna to make wellbeing meaningful in everyday life—creating conditions in which individuals, families, schools, and communities can move beyond simply functioning towards flourishing. Anika Kumar Vashishth Executive Contributor Positive Psychology Practitioner 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? Anika Kumar Vashishth Positive Psychology Practitioner Anika Kumar Vashishth is a Positive Psychology Practitioner whose work explores a question at the heart of wellbeing: what enables people not merely to function, but to flourish? With a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Melbourne, certification in Positive Education, and over a decade of practitioner experience, Anika has worked with schools, educators, parents, children, and families to cultivate environments where wellbeing can thrive. Grounded in positive psychology and neuroscience, her work spans one-to-one practice, group programmes, parent and educator workshops, mindfulness-based experiences, and wellbeing retreats. She is also a contributing co-author to a collective book, where she wrote about nervous system regulation and wellbeing. Anika is the founder of I AM ENOUGH | FLOURISH, a community inspired by the philosophy of Purna—a Sanskrit concept of wholeness and completeness. It reflects a belief central to her work: rather than approaching ourselves as something to be fixed, we can learn to recognise and draw upon the strengths, capacities, and inner resources already within us. Mindfulness is woven throughout her practice, supporting presence, awareness, and deeper connection with ourselves and others. Inspired by Christopher Peterson’s principle that “other people matter,” Anika also sees relationships and community as fundamental to flourishing. Her work brings together science, practice, and the philosophy of Purna to make wellbeing meaningful in everyday life—creating conditions in which individuals, families, schools, and communities can move beyond simply functioning towards flourishing. All articles Mindset You Can Be Two Things at Once and Why Holding Opposites is Part of Being Human Ever since I was a child, I remember being asked the familiar question, "Is the glass half full or half empty?" It always seemed that there had to be a right answer. Half full meant optimism. Half... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Anika Kumar Vashishth Positive Psychology Practitioner 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 Anika Kumar Vashishth Positive Psychology Practitioner 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?

Scott Robinson is a Finance Professional and Yoga Teacher. He is also the founder of Yogibanker ‒ a specialised yoga & wellbeing service for the financial services industry. He helped found 'dbYoga' at Deutsche Bank, one of the world's leading financial services companies as well as leading regular mindfulness sessions under the brand of 'Mindfulness Mondays'. Over the years, Scott has helped hundreds of finance professionals become stronger, more flexible and less stressed through yoga & mindfulness. Scott's passion is to bring yoga & wellbeing to the financial services industry ‒ one that is kinder, more sustainable with wellbeing at its core. Scott Robinson Senior Level 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? Scott Robinson Founder Scott Robinson is a Finance Professional and Yoga Teacher. He is also the founder of Yogibanker ‒ a specialised yoga & wellbeing service for the financial services industry. He helped found 'dbYoga' at Deutsche Bank, one of the world's leading financial services companies as well as leading regular mindfulness sessions under the brand of 'Mindfulness Mondays'. Over the years, Scott has helped hundreds of finance professionals become stronger, more flexible and less stressed through yoga & mindfulness. Scott's passion is to bring yoga & wellbeing to the financial services industry ‒ one that is kinder, more sustainable with wellbeing at its core. All articles Health & Wellness Cooling Yoga Poses – How To Reduce Body Heat Through Yoga As the summer sun heats up more and more each day, the quest to find relief from excessive body heat can become paramount. READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Yogic Breathwork – A Powerful Tool To Improve Your Professional And Personal Life A Sanskrit proverb says, “For breath is life, and if you breathe well you will live long on Earth.” READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness 5 Essential Aspects Of Practising Mindfulness Mindfulness has been extremely popular for a while now. It is promoted as a solution to stress reduction READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Human Nature Is Complex – Exclusive Interview With Scott Robinson Scott Robinson is a Finance Professional and Yoga Teacher. He is also the founder of Yogibanker ‒ a specialised yoga & well-being READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness The Importance Of Mental Health Awareness Mental health is the foundation for all your relationships, thoughts and feelings. READ ARTICLE Lifestyle 8 Glasses Of Water A Day The mantra that you need eight glasses of water daily has been around for a long time. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Scott Robinson 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 Scott Robinson 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?

Dr. DeShaun Williams is a business strategist, consultant, and founder of The Business Blueprint, where he works with new entrepreneurs and founders to build businesses correctly from day one. With a disciplined focus on structure, compliance, and strategic execution, his work ensures businesses are not only launched, but built to operate, protect themselves, and scale with intention. With years of hands-on experience across entrepreneurship, leadership development, and business operations, DeShaun is known for cutting through confusion and replacing guesswork with clarity. He works directly inside the foundations of a business, addressing formation, ownership structure, operational logic, pricing alignment, and long term viability. His approach is direct, practical, and rooted in real world execution rather than theory. DeShaun is the creator of The Business Blueprint Framework, a structured methodology designed to eliminate the common mistakes that cause early stage businesses to stall, fail, or collapse under legal and operational pressure. Through this framework, he works with founders to establish clear decision making systems, compliant foundations, and businesses that function as intentional entities rather than reactive ideas. What sets DeShaun apart is his insistence that confidence in business comes from preparation, not motivation. He does not guide or coach from the sidelines. He works inside the business alongside founders, helping them make critical decisions correctly the first time so they can move forward with certainty and control. Outside of his professional work, DeShaun is deeply committed to personal discipline, lifelong learning, and leadership development. He believes that strong businesses are built by grounded leaders who understand responsibility, structure, and execution. His work serves entrepreneurs who are serious about building something real, sustainable, and respected. Through The Business Blueprint, DeShaun serves founders across the United States who are ready to stop experimenting and start building businesses that last. Dr. DeShaun Williams Senior Level Executive Contributor CEO & Business Planning and Startup Strategy Consultant 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? Dr. DeShaun Williams CEO & Business Planning and Startup Strategy Consultant Dr. DeShaun Williams is a business strategist, consultant, and founder of The Business Blueprint, where he works with new entrepreneurs and founders to build businesses correctly from day one. With a disciplined focus on structure, compliance, and strategic execution, his work ensures businesses are not only launched, but built to operate, protect themselves, and scale with intention. With years of hands-on experience across entrepreneurship, leadership development, and business operations, DeShaun is known for cutting through confusion and replacing guesswork with clarity. He works directly inside the foundations of a business, addressing formation, ownership structure, operational logic, pricing alignment, and long term viability. His approach is direct, practical, and rooted in real world execution rather than theory. DeShaun is the creator of The Business Blueprint Framework, a structured methodology designed to eliminate the common mistakes that cause early stage businesses to stall, fail, or collapse under legal and operational pressure. Through this framework, he works with founders to establish clear decision making systems, compliant foundations, and businesses that function as intentional entities rather than reactive ideas. What sets DeShaun apart is his insistence that confidence in business comes from preparation, not motivation. He does not guide or coach from the sidelines. He works inside the business alongside founders, helping them make critical decisions correctly the first time so they can move forward with certainty and control. Outside of his professional work, DeShaun is deeply committed to personal discipline, lifelong learning, and leadership development. He believes that strong businesses are built by grounded leaders who understand responsibility, structure, and execution. His work serves entrepreneurs who are serious about building something real, sustainable, and respected. Through The Business Blueprint, DeShaun serves founders across the United States who are ready to stop experimenting and start building businesses that last. All articles Business Why Serious Founders Challenge the Narratives of Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship has developed a powerful cultural mythology over the last decade, advice travels faster than analysis and certain phrases are repeated so frequently that they begin to feel like universal... READ ARTICLE Business Why Structure Beats Hype and How It Helps Build a Strong and Sustainable Business We are living in a moment where entrepreneurship is marketed like a personality trait. Post the logo, pick the name, launch the site, announce the business, and start taking payments. It looks clean... READ ARTICLE Business What I Wish I Knew Before Becoming an Entrepreneur This is a call to return to what too many entrepreneurs rush past at the beginning, before titles, before revenue goals, before the pressure to prove something. There is structure, intention, and clarity... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Dr. DeShaun Williams CEO & Business Planning and Startup Strategy Consultant 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 Dr. DeShaun Williams CEO & Business Planning and Startup Strategy Consultant 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. 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Over 30 years as a transformational social impact entrepreneur, Wayne Elsey has revolutionized how for-profit companies can earn profits and create global change. Wayne is the founder of the international brands, Funds2Orgs and Sneakers4Good. In each of these companies, Wayne continues to prove that profit and business success are aligned, not mutually exclusive goals. Wayne's professional journey began at the age of 15 when he participated in a work-study program in retail footwear. Through focused drive, motivation, and a commitment to excellence, Wayne worked his way up in the shoe manufacturing industry, ultimately becoming the president of Kodiak-Terra USA. In the process, he developed exceptional strategic leadership, operational, market expansion, and global supply chain expertise. Compelled to shift gears into social impact in the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, Wayne founded a nonprofit that grew from a startup to a $74 million organization under his leadership. During his tenure, they distributed more than 20 million pairs of shoes to people who survived natural disasters, including Hurricane Katrina and the 2010 Haiti earthquake. Today, Wayne serves as CEO of companies focused on purpose and profit in the U.S. and in 24 countries worldwide: • Funds2Orgs: The nation's leading shoe drive fundraising social enterprise serving schools, nonprofits, and community organizations, and making a global impact. • Sneaker4Good: A leader in sneaker reuse and partnering with run store retailers and elite marathons to collect sneakers for reuse and sustainability. • TreeRaise: An innovative program for schools, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations to raise funds and support the environment and global tree planting. Wayne published over 10 books on leadership, social entrepreneurship, and sustainable business growth, including his latest, The Reuse Economy: Breaking Away from Throwaway Culture, which is a roadmap for consumers and businesses to turn waste into opportunity and build communities and businesses that thrive by doing more with what already exists. His expertise has been featured on national media outlets, including Good Morning America, NBC Nightly News, Today Show, and Fox News. Wayne was named one of the top 200 philanthropists by Richtopia and is a member and contributor of the Forbes Business Development Council and Brainz Magazine. Wayne Elsey Executive Contributor Founder of Elsey Enterprises 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? Wayne Elsey Founder of Elsey Enterprises Over 30 years as a transformational social impact entrepreneur, Wayne Elsey has revolutionized how for-profit companies can earn profits and create global change. Wayne is the founder of the international brands, Funds2Orgs and Sneakers4Good. In each of these companies, Wayne continues to prove that profit and business success are aligned, not mutually exclusive goals. Wayne's professional journey began at the age of 15 when he participated in a work-study program in retail footwear. Through focused drive, motivation, and a commitment to excellence, Wayne worked his way up in the shoe manufacturing industry, ultimately becoming the president of Kodiak-Terra USA. In the process, he developed exceptional strategic leadership, operational, market expansion, and global supply chain expertise. Compelled to shift gears into social impact in the aftermath of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami, Wayne founded a nonprofit that grew from a startup to a $74 million organization under his leadership. During his tenure, they distributed more than 20 million pairs of shoes to people who survived natural disasters, including Hurricane Katrina and the 2010 Haiti earthquake. Today, Wayne serves as CEO of companies focused on purpose and profit in the U.S. and in 24 countries worldwide: • Funds2Orgs: The nation's leading shoe drive fundraising social enterprise serving schools, nonprofits, and community organizations, and making a global impact. • Sneaker4Good: A leader in sneaker reuse and partnering with run store retailers and elite marathons to collect sneakers for reuse and sustainability. • TreeRaise: An innovative program for schools, nonprofits, and faith-based organizations to raise funds and support the environment and global tree planting. Wayne published over 10 books on leadership, social entrepreneurship, and sustainable business growth, including his latest, The Reuse Economy: Breaking Away from Throwaway Culture, which is a roadmap for consumers and businesses to turn waste into opportunity and build communities and businesses that thrive by doing more with what already exists. His expertise has been featured on national media outlets, including Good Morning America, NBC Nightly News, Today Show, and Fox News. Wayne was named one of the top 200 philanthropists by Richtopia and is a member and contributor of the Forbes Business Development Council and Brainz Magazine. All articles Technology Why Human Skills Matter When AI Can Write the Emails and Reports I've spent decades building teams, and if you know me, you know the one thing I keep saying: people matter. Sure, we live in a world of artificial intelligence (AI), but human judgment is still essential... READ ARTICLE Society Reimagining Nonprofits and Philanthropy Through Lessons From a Market in Haiti This year marks 20 years since I officially launched the nonprofit Soles4Souls. At the time, the world had come together after the natural disasters of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami and the 2010 earthquake... READ ARTICLE Business ESG Business Strategy Is the Opportunity Leaders Are Missing I’ve been in warehouses watching men and women sort through thousands of gently worn shoes and sneakers. Candidly, it’s hard work, and that’s what drives me to build global companies with... READ ARTICLE Business How to Build a Brand That Matters Joe Foster and I have been colleagues and friends for years, and having spent my entire career in the shoe business, some people are legends. That’s Joe. He may not have known it at the time, but he was delivering... READ ARTICLE Society How Any Company Can Join the Reuse Economy Each year, 300 million shoes end up in American landfills. Unfortunately, many of those shoes could have another life in another country, but many people still don't realize there are ways to live a more... READ ARTICLE Business The End of Comfortable Marketing Jobs Has Arrived No one in marketing is wondering if artificial intelligence and tech are changing marketing. They are, and the question is moot. The better question is, "How is AI exposing gaps within a company's... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Wayne Elsey Founder of Elsey Enterprises 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 Wayne Elsey Founder of Elsey Enterprises 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?

Are You Leading - or Just High-Functioning in Survival Mode? Exclusive Interview with Engy Neville Are You Leading - or Just High-Functioning in Survival Mode? Exclusive Interview with Engy Neville Engy Neville is the founder of Embracing Zen with Engy, a Conscious Leadership Mentor, Emotional Intelligence Expert, and Intuitive Leadership Strategist. Drawing on 30 years of experience in corporate marketing, brand management, consulting, strategy, and leadership, she helps leaders explore not only what they do, but the beliefs, emotional patterns, and internal drivers shaping how they lead. Her integrative approach brings together strategic business experience, emotional intelligence, nervous system awareness, NLP, subconscious re-patterning, and intuitive practices to support more conscious and sustainable leadership. Her own journey through motherhood, burnout, health challenges, and a profound spiritual awakening led her to reconsider conventional definitions of achievement and reconnect with the person behind the professional identity. Today, Neville helps ambitious leaders move beyond survival-based performance and lead with greater clarity, presence, self-trust, and alignment. In this exclusive interview, she shares why the future of leadership is not simply about developing more skills, but about developing the self who is leading. THE FULL INTERVIEW Next Issue Previous Issue Back to Archive Article Highlights Society The Parenting Tool Nobody Talks About, and Why It Can Transform Homes, Classrooms, and Communities Whether you’re a parent trying to get out the door, a teacher guiding a classroom transition, or a caregiver supporting a child in a public space, you’ve felt that moment when cooperation suddenly... READ ARTICLE Mindset Defeating Imposter Syndrome and Why You Deserve to Stand in the Room Imposter syndrome can make even successful people question whether they truly belong. Jean Bernard Fatal explores why these feelings arise and shares practical ways to overcome self-doubt, build confidence... READ ARTICLE Leadership What Happens When These 4 Pressures Take Command Pressure does more than increase a utility leader’s workload. Left unexamined, it can narrow perception, reduce the options a leader can see, and quietly begin making decisions on the leader’s behalf. READ ARTICLE Relationships Seven Steps to Elevate After Unhealthy Love Heartbreak does not end when a relationship does. This article explores why healing begins after the breakup, offering a practical seven-step framework to help you reconnect with yourself, rebuild your... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness When Did Wellness Become Another Thing to Fail at? Self-care was supposed to help us come back to ourselves. But somewhere along the way, it became another standard to meet, another routine to perfect, and another place to wonder why we are not doing... READ ARTICLE Business How To Make Your Money Work For You ‒ Secrets Of The Wealthy Do you want to stop worrying about working for money and instead focus on how to make your money work for you? Here's what you need to know! READ ARTICLE Quote of the week "Your life is not measured by how quickly you arrive, but by how fully you inhabit the journey" Tanya Tsikkos, Innovative Jewelry Designer & CEO of EntityUK Business The Question Every Large Organisation's Board Should Be Asking, and Usually Isn't I like to ask any corporate board: if a major disruption hit tomorrow, do you truly know which activities and processes you must protect to remain viable? Not everything, not every system, just the absolute... READ ARTICLE Relationships Embracing the Power of the Fire Horse Year in 2026 As we entered 2026, astrological prophecies predicted that the Year of the Snake would end its shedding season in 2025. With the new Fire Horse season beginning in 2026, we will all be better, faster, and more... READ ARTICLE Mindset 10 Ways to Develop Positivity as a Skill Positivity is often treated as something you either naturally possess or simply don’t. What if positivity is less about disposition and more about development? Like any skill, our capacity to recognize what is... READ ARTICLE Business Taking the Tech Out of the Talk Sales enablement is no longer just about teaching sellers product features. It is about creating a unified revenue story where Sales, Product, Marketing, and Revenue Operations work together to... READ ARTICLE Brainz Expert Panel Expert Panelists are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within the areas of Business, Mindset, Leadership, Lifestyle, and Sustainability. Members of The Brainz Magazine community of experts will share their best tips, advice, ideas, and hacks within different topics. READ THE FULL ARTICLE Brainz podcast Why A Pause Can Change Everything - Brainz Podcast with Engy Neville Founder of Embracing Zen with Engy, Intuitive Leadership Strategist, and Conscious Leadership Mentor Engy Neville joins the Brainz Podcast to explore conscious leadership, why high achievers can unknowingly operate in survival mode, the power of the conscious pause, and why lasting transformation begins with understanding ourselves. In this episode, Engy shares how more than three decades in corporate strategy and leadership shaped her understanding of the person behind the title. She explains why communication, delegation, and decision-making skills can only go so far when fear, perfectionism, insecurity, and the need for approval are still driving our behaviour, and how self-awareness can help leaders break unconscious patterns. The conversation also explores why survival mode can look like success, the hidden cost of overworking, people-pleasing, and constantly chasing the next achievement, and how creating space between a trigger and response gives us greater awareness and choice. Engy also explores how intuition and strategy can work together, why fear and intuition feel fundamentally different, and why reinvention isn't about becoming someone new, but carrying forward the wisdom of who we've already been. LISTEN NOW Next Issue Previous Issue Back to Archive

Born Daniel Dennis Laurence Smith in January 1999, DDL Smith is a London-based novelist who explores contemporary fears in modern society in cross-genre novels. His novels are known for atmospheric storytelling and blending technology with societal fears and folklore. His novels has given him exposure in leading bookstores globally.   His debut series, Detective Dion, examines the pressures of so-called “untouchable” high society; mirroring public perceptions of socialites and tech giants. His subsequent novel, Decay, turns to the fear of fractured families and nuclear radiation, fusing folklore with science and technology.   Smiths creative journey started early in theatre and scriptwriting for YouTube videos. A brechtian-inspired youth club production highlighted issues in segregation and hate crimes cemented his writing style of tacking public views and fears. Later studies in TV and Film production along with independent film projects broadened his talent.   Beyond the page, smith has created a reputation for ‘thinking like a publisher’ in his independent releases due to his experience in marketing and copywriting. His approach has ensured his novels reach further than most self-published titles typically do. His knowledge is now dedicated to helping new authors navigate the business side of self-publishing. With the creation of his own publishing support company, Memomoo, Smith aims to give new authors who aren’t in the view of large publishing houses a voice. DDL Smith Executive Contributor Author 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? DDL Smith Author Born Daniel Dennis Laurence Smith in January 1999, DDL Smith is a London-based novelist who explores contemporary fears in modern society in cross-genre novels. His novels are known for atmospheric storytelling and blending technology with societal fears and folklore. His novels has given him exposure in leading bookstores globally. His debut series, Detective Dion, examines the pressures of so-called “untouchable” high society; mirroring public perceptions of socialites and tech giants. His subsequent novel, Decay, turns to the fear of fractured families and nuclear radiation, fusing folklore with science and technology. Smiths creative journey started early in theatre and scriptwriting for YouTube videos. A brechtian-inspired youth club production highlighted issues in segregation and hate crimes cemented his writing style of tacking public views and fears. Later studies in TV and Film production along with independent film projects broadened his talent. Beyond the page, smith has created a reputation for ‘thinking like a publisher’ in his independent releases due to his experience in marketing and copywriting. His approach has ensured his novels reach further than most self-published titles typically do. His knowledge is now dedicated to helping new authors navigate the business side of self-publishing. With the creation of his own publishing support company, Memomoo, Smith aims to give new authors who aren’t in the view of large publishing houses a voice. All articles Leadership An Author and a Voice Actor Walk Into a Bar Following the release and completion of the Detective Dion mystery trilogy, I met up with Hayden Coward, the voice actor who brought its characters to life across all three audiobooks. Waterloo Station... READ ARTICLE Entertainment The Case of the Unfinished Manuscript Detective Dion Knight is a seasoned, sharp edged detective: relentless, emotionally guarded, and, by the third novel, an increasingly unwilling traveller. Last week, my new novel, Detective Dion: Grey... READ ARTICLE Business News DDL Smith Announces the Last in a Trilogy, Detective Dion – Grey Knight The pursuit that began quietly now ends in confrontation. With Detective Dion: Grey Knight, DDL Smith brings the Detective Dion trilogy to its final, uncompromising conclusion. Releasing on May 20... READ ARTICLE Business A Product Only in My Home Away From Home Hej, har ni lokal öl? A phrase I've practiced and used many times in my travels. "Do you have any local beers?" READ ARTICLE Mindset A Quiet Bar, a Loud Topic, and the Beauty of Changing Your Mind A few weeks ago, I found myself escaping the winter air in a quiet bar. A customer ordered a steak well-done, only to be persuaded away from culinary arson by the bartender. Pleased with herself, the... READ ARTICLE Leadership A Warming World in a Cold Place Welcome to Luleå! Currently a comfortable -13 °C with clear skies, and the sun playing peekaboo with the horizon. When booking flights a week ago, Luleå saw an Arctic blast with temperatures plummeting... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to DDL Smith Author 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 DDL Smith Author 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?