Danielle Izaak-Lewis is the founder of Mindful Nutrition & Wellness Solutions, a Noyan Worldwide company, where she helps Black, Indigenous, and women of color recalibrate how they approach wellness. Her work began from a place of personal disconnection: for years she carried the outward markers of academic and professional success while privately running on exhaustion, hypervigilance, and an internal dialogue shaped by guilt and shame. A turning point arrived during the COVID lockdown, when she recognized she had been sacrificing rest, nourishment, movement, and genuine connection to maintain an image that no longer served her. That realization led her back to something she had lost touch with: the cultural food traditions passed down by her mother, an educator, nutritionist, and chef who raised her on clean, organic meals harvested from their own garden. Danielle went on to earn her Master's in Clinical Nutrition and train in functional and integrative approaches, epigenetics, and trauma-informed care. Her research into how trauma, including generational trauma connected to slavery, lives in the body and shapes physiology, food relationships, and the nervous system's capacity to feel safe enough to heal, became the foundation of her practice. She now works with high-achieving Black, Indigenous, and women of color to help them break inherited patterns of self-sacrifice and hypervigilance. Her six-month group coaching and premium consulting program blends evidence-based nutrition science with trauma-informed care and cultural wisdom, starting with a detailed assessment of a client's phase of recalibration before guiding her toward restored energy, clarity, and ease. Danielle holds that individual healing is generational healing. Her mission is to help women build a legacy of wellness that supports both their leadership and their joy. Danielle Izaak-Lewis Executive PLUS Contributor Clinical Nutrition Strategist & 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? Danielle Izaak-Lewis Clinical Nutrition Strategist & Consultant Danielle Izaak-Lewis is the founder of Mindful Nutrition & Wellness Solutions, a Noyan Worldwide company, where she helps Black, Indigenous, and women of color recalibrate how they approach wellness. Her work began from a place of personal disconnection: for years she carried the outward markers of academic and professional success while privately running on exhaustion, hypervigilance, and an internal dialogue shaped by guilt and shame. A turning point arrived during the COVID lockdown, when she recognized she had been sacrificing rest, nourishment, movement, and genuine connection to maintain an image that no longer served her. That realization led her back to something she had lost touch with: the cultural food traditions passed down by her mother, an educator, nutritionist, and chef who raised her on clean, organic meals harvested from their own garden. Danielle went on to earn her Master's in Clinical Nutrition and train in functional and integrative approaches, epigenetics, and trauma-informed care. Her research into how trauma, including generational trauma connected to slavery, lives in the body and shapes physiology, food relationships, and the nervous system's capacity to feel safe enough to heal, became the foundation of her practice. She now works with high-achieving Black, Indigenous, and women of color to help them break inherited patterns of self-sacrifice and hypervigilance. Her six-month group coaching and premium consulting program blends evidence-based nutrition science with trauma-informed care and cultural wisdom, starting with a detailed assessment of a client's phase of recalibration before guiding her toward restored energy, clarity, and ease. Danielle holds that individual healing is generational healing. Her mission is to help women build a legacy of wellness that supports both their leadership and their joy. All articles Health & Wellness What If Comparison Isn’t the Thief of Joy but Your Nervous System Reporting a Real Threat? You have been told the fix is gratitude. Or a social media cleanse. Or a mantra about being enough. None of that addresses what is happening in your body the moment you catch yourself measuring... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Danielle Izaak-Lewis Clinical Nutrition Strategist & 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 Danielle Izaak-Lewis Clinical Nutrition Strategist & 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. 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?

Anne Anyia is a Global Supermind Award winner, Registered Nutritionist, and Certified Health Coach. As the founder of Awesco Nutrition in London, she supports clients in transforming their weight, health, and lifestyle through nutrition, coaching, fitness, and gut health. Her mission is to change the way people relate to food and help them break free from the cycle of yo-yo dieting. She guides individuals to shift their focus from eating for weight to eating for health – empowering them to become the best version of themselves and feel confident in their own skin. She believes that when you take the time to nourish yourself from within, you set the foundations for lasting, optimal health. Her passion for wellbeing began in childhood – she was always encouraging family and friends to eat well. In 2010, she chose to follow that passion professionally, pursuing Nutritional Therapy, and she has never looked back. Anne Anyia Senior Level Executive Contributor Registered Nutritionist & Certified 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? Anne Anyia Registered Nutritionist & Certified Health Coach Anne Anyia is a Global Supermind Award winner, Registered Nutritionist, and Certified Health Coach. As the founder of Awesco Nutrition in London, she supports clients in transforming their weight, health, and lifestyle through nutrition, coaching, fitness, and gut health. Her mission is to change the way people relate to food and help them break free from the cycle of yo-yo dieting. She guides individuals to shift their focus from eating for weight to eating for health – empowering them to become the best version of themselves and feel confident in their own skin. She believes that when you take the time to nourish yourself from within, you set the foundations for lasting, optimal health. Her passion for wellbeing began in childhood – she was always encouraging family and friends to eat well. In 2010, she chose to follow that passion professionally, pursuing Nutritional Therapy, and she has never looked back. All articles Health & Wellness Why Knowing What to Eat Isn’t Enough You know that vegetables are good for your health. You understand that protein helps you feel full. You realize that fibre is important. You acknowledge that maintaining a balanced diet is essential. So... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness How Stress Affects Digestion and Weight Loss Many people think that weight loss is simply about eating less and exercising more. While nutrition and physical activity are important, this perspective often overlooks a crucial factor, stress. As a... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness How Small Consistent Habits Can Transform Your Health Sustainable daily habits often yield better long-term results than quick fixes and restrictive diets. In today’s fast-paced world, many people are continually searching for quick solutions to improve... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness What Really Controls Weight Between Calories and Hormones If weight loss is simply a matter of calories, why do so many people still struggle? For decades, the advice has been straightforward, eat less and move more. This idea is based on the concept of... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Is Your Gut Affecting Your Weight? 3 Signs to Watch For Are you finding it difficult to lose weight, even though you eat well and exercise regularly? If you feel like you’re doing everything right but still not seeing results, the issue might be connected to your... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Three Simple Ways to Stay Full for Longer Do you experience ongoing hunger even after eating a full meal? You finish breakfast, yet by mid-morning, you are already thinking about your next snack. This pattern is common and often misunderstood. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Anne Anyia Registered Nutritionist & Certified 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 Anne Anyia Registered Nutritionist & Certified 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?

Nathalie is a Life Coach and Energy Healer with over 30 years of experience as an international qualitative researcher. For three decades, she traveled the world partnering with global organizations and listening deeply to consumers, executives, and leaders across cultures. This lifelong immersion in human behavior, identity, and cultural nuance shaped her rare ability to decode the silent narratives that drive decisions, performance, and self-perception. Over time, a recurring pattern emerged: behind titles, competence, and success, many accomplished women were quietly carrying self-doubt, emotional overload, and limiting beliefs about their own worth. Rather than observing this dynamic from the outside, Nathalie chose to work at its source. Through her practice, Flowernflow, she now supports women in business and leadership in transforming their inner narrative. Blending cross-cultural insight, deep emotional intelligence, and energy healing, she helps them reconnect with clarity, embodied confidence, and authentic radiance. She is also the host of the podcast Her True Story, where she shares the resonant journeys of “Claire” – a symbolic woman who carries the lived experiences of many – exploring identity transitions, emotional resilience, leadership, and self-worth. Nathalie’s work rests on one conviction: when a woman changes the narrative she tells about herself, everything around her begins to shift. Nathalie Cabart Executive Contributor Life Coach & Energy Healer 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? Nathalie Cabart Life Coach & Energy Healer Nathalie is a Life Coach and Energy Healer with over 30 years of experience as an international qualitative researcher. For three decades, she traveled the world partnering with global organizations and listening deeply to consumers, executives, and leaders across cultures. This lifelong immersion in human behavior, identity, and cultural nuance shaped her rare ability to decode the silent narratives that drive decisions, performance, and self-perception. Over time, a recurring pattern emerged: behind titles, competence, and success, many accomplished women were quietly carrying self-doubt, emotional overload, and limiting beliefs about their own worth. Rather than observing this dynamic from the outside, Nathalie chose to work at its source. Through her practice, Flowernflow, she now supports women in business and leadership in transforming their inner narrative. Blending cross-cultural insight, deep emotional intelligence, and energy healing, she helps them reconnect with clarity, embodied confidence, and authentic radiance. She is also the host of the podcast Her True Story, where she shares the resonant journeys of “Claire” – a symbolic woman who carries the lived experiences of many – exploring identity transitions, emotional resilience, leadership, and self-worth. Nathalie’s work rests on one conviction: when a woman changes the narrative she tells about herself, everything around her begins to shift. All articles Health & Wellness Seven Warning Signs High Performers Shouldn’t Ignore Before Burnout High performers are remarkably good at keeping going. They adapt, push through, deliver, and reassure themselves that things will calm down eventually. But the body often starts communicating... READ ARTICLE Mindset Why the Future of Leadership Requires Somatic Intelligence Artificial Intelligence is evolving at an astonishing pace. One concept that has recently caught my attention is recursive self-improvement. The idea that an intelligent system can continuously improve... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Why Do Accomplished Women Doubt Their Value? – An Interview with Nathalie Cabart After a 30-year international career in Consumer Insights and Marketing, Nathalie Cabart founded Flowernflow, where she helps women reconnect with their self-esteem, confidence, and authentic selves through... READ ARTICLE Mindset When Performance Becomes a Way to Earn Your Worth, and Why Many Women End Up Putting Themselves Aside Many women in business are deeply committed to what they do. They show up, deliver, anticipate, adapt, and often go beyond what is expected of them. READ ARTICLE Mindset Why Successful Women Struggle to Accept Compliments and How to Become a Sponge for Appreciation Compliments are meant to feel good. Yet many successful women react to praise with an instinctive discomfort. They minimize it or even dismiss it. “You’re exaggerating.” “It was nothing.” “Anyone could have done it.” READ ARTICLE Mindset Why Successful Women Still Feel Like the Ugly Duckling Many accomplished women appear confident, capable, and successful in the eyes of others. Yet privately, a very different narrative often plays inside their minds, one shaped by quiet self-doubt and the... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Nathalie Cabart Life Coach & Energy Healer 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 Nathalie Cabart Life Coach & Energy Healer 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?

Sabio Janiak bridges the worlds of art, vibrational science, and deep emotional realignment. A psycho-sensory specialist and human behaviourist, he specialises in trauma resolution by clearing maladaptive neural pathways tied to stress, anxiety, and past experiences. Using advanced techniques, including amygdala depotentiation (Havening Techniques®), clean language, cybernetics, brainwave modulation, and applied neuroscience, he helps the brain rewire its response to pain and stress, transforming emotional reactivity into calm, resilience, and clarity. Over the past two decades, Sabio has worked in 88 countries as a musician, therapist, and wellness workshop facilitator, exploring the intricate connections between sound, art, the nervous system, and human behaviour. His unique approach blends creative intuition with clinical precision. He is the founder of Mastering Harmony and creator of the Mastering Harmony Method, a non-invasive, content-free system that resets the body’s stress response without revisiting painful memories. As a practitioner and coach with hundreds of hours of hands-on experience, Sabio empowers individuals and groups to rewire stress-driven neural patterns, rebuild emotional resilience, and cultivate self-regulation. He continues to evolve the Mastering Harmony Method through individual sessions, group workshops, and practical training programs. His work is particularly effective in high-pressure environments, including military personnel, artists, performers, corporate leaders, and anyone navigating chronic stress, operational fatigue, or PTSD—helping clients reclaim balance, confidence, and a deeper connection to themselves. Sabio Janiak Executive Contributor Founder of Mastering Harmony 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? Sabio Janiak Founder of Mastering Harmony Sabio Janiak bridges the worlds of art, vibrational science, and deep emotional realignment. A psycho-sensory specialist and human behaviourist, he specialises in trauma resolution by clearing maladaptive neural pathways tied to stress, anxiety, and past experiences. Using advanced techniques, including amygdala depotentiation (Havening Techniques®), clean language, cybernetics, brainwave modulation, and applied neuroscience, he helps the brain rewire its response to pain and stress, transforming emotional reactivity into calm, resilience, and clarity. Over the past two decades, Sabio has worked in 88 countries as a musician, therapist, and wellness workshop facilitator, exploring the intricate connections between sound, art, the nervous system, and human behaviour. His unique approach blends creative intuition with clinical precision. He is the founder of Mastering Harmony and creator of the Mastering Harmony Method, a non-invasive, content-free system that resets the body’s stress response without revisiting painful memories. As a practitioner and coach with hundreds of hours of hands-on experience, Sabio empowers individuals and groups to rewire stress-driven neural patterns, rebuild emotional resilience, and cultivate self-regulation. He continues to evolve the Mastering Harmony Method through individual sessions, group workshops, and practical training programs. His work is particularly effective in high-pressure environments, including military personnel, artists, performers, corporate leaders, and anyone navigating chronic stress, operational fatigue, or PTSD—helping clients reclaim balance, confidence, and a deeper connection to themselves. All articles Mindset Want to Take Back Control of Your Life? Learn How to Grow Up We spend enormous amounts of time trying to improve our lives. We work on procrastination, motivation, productivity, emotional regulation and childhood wounds. We set goals, make plans and... READ ARTICLE Leadership Why Finding Your Authentic Voice May Be One of the Most Important Journeys of Our Time At the age of forty-two, after more than twenty-five years as a professional musician, I experienced something I never expected. I wasn't discovering a new instrument. I was discovering that I had... READ ARTICLE Mindset The Science of Harmony and How Intelligent Regulation Restores Balance in Human Life Harmony is a word we often associate with peace, happiness and a sense that life is flowing effortlessly. We experience harmony when things are aligned, when our thoughts, emotions, actions and... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Sabio Janiak Founder of Mastering Harmony 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 Sabio Janiak Founder of Mastering Harmony 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?

Viviana Castaneda, a Colombian-Australian entrepreneur who has called Australia home for the past decade, has been shaping the entrepreneurial landscape since 2017. Armed with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and fortified by advanced qualifications – including an Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, as well as a Graduate Diploma of Management – she embodies the powerful combination of academic expertise and real-world know-how. As a dedicated mother, Viviana seamlessly balances her entrepreneurial pursuits with the responsibilities of raising her children. Her journey began with a focus on international education, where she honed her strategic mind and gained invaluable insight into human motivation and connection. But driven by an insatiable thirst for growth, she transitioned into the digital marketing world – where she found her true calling: helping women entrepreneurs communicate what they do brilliantly. Today, as the founder of herwaybiz, Viviana leads a growing ecosystem of coaching, content, and community built specifically for women who are brilliant at their craft and tired of shouting into the void. Her work spans the Elevate CHW Coaching Group, where she guides women live every week through content strategy, messaging refinement, and visibility that actually converts; Visibility Accelerator, a done-for-you video experience that captures her clients' expertise on camera and turns it into a full year of professional content; Content Her Way Collective, a free community of like-minded women entrepreneurs; and Creator Studio, an AI-powered content system she built specifically for women's voices. Viviana's approach goes far beyond surface-level tactics. She delves into the intricacies of messaging, buyer psychology, and the human patterns of trust – crafting empowering frameworks that don't just inspire, but produce tangible growth and transformation. Her signature philosophy – clarity before content, strategy before random posting, visibility with intention – has become the backbone of her methodology. She hosts the Mompreneurs Growth Academy Podcast, where she explores what it really takes to build a visible, sustainable business while living a full life. Her voice is also regularly featured as a Senior Level Executive Contributor at Brainz Magazine, where she writes on content strategy, AI, visibility, and building businesses that fit real life. Her vision extends far beyond mere business success. It is about fostering a culture of empowerment, resilience, and collaboration – one where women no longer shrink their expertise to fit expectations, but learn to communicate it in a way that magnetically attracts their right people. In a world where the entrepreneurial journey can often feel solitary and daunting, Viviana serves as a guiding light – offering the strategy, tools, and warmth women need to build businesses that actually reflect who they are. Her unwavering dedication to empowering women to embrace their full potential is a testament to the transformative power of passion, perseverance, and purpose. Viviana Castaneda Senior Level Executive Contributor Content & Visibility Strategist 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? Viviana Castaneda Content & Visibility Strategist Coach Viviana Castaneda, a Colombian-Australian entrepreneur who has called Australia home for the past decade, has been shaping the entrepreneurial landscape since 2017. Armed with a Bachelor's degree in Marketing and fortified by advanced qualifications – including an Advanced Diploma of Leadership and Management, as well as a Graduate Diploma of Management – she embodies the powerful combination of academic expertise and real-world know-how. As a dedicated mother, Viviana seamlessly balances her entrepreneurial pursuits with the responsibilities of raising her children. Her journey began with a focus on international education, where she honed her strategic mind and gained invaluable insight into human motivation and connection. But driven by an insatiable thirst for growth, she transitioned into the digital marketing world – where she found her true calling: helping women entrepreneurs communicate what they do brilliantly. Today, as the founder of herwaybiz, Viviana leads a growing ecosystem of coaching, content, and community built specifically for women who are brilliant at their craft and tired of shouting into the void. Her work spans the Elevate CHW Coaching Group, where she guides women live every week through content strategy, messaging refinement, and visibility that actually converts; Visibility Accelerator, a done-for-you video experience that captures her clients' expertise on camera and turns it into a full year of professional content; Content Her Way Collective, a free community of like-minded women entrepreneurs; and Creator Studio, an AI-powered content system she built specifically for women's voices. Viviana's approach goes far beyond surface-level tactics. She delves into the intricacies of messaging, buyer psychology, and the human patterns of trust – crafting empowering frameworks that don't just inspire, but produce tangible growth and transformation. Her signature philosophy – clarity before content, strategy before random posting, visibility with intention – has become the backbone of her methodology. She hosts the Mompreneurs Growth Academy Podcast, where she explores what it really takes to build a visible, sustainable business while living a full life. Her voice is also regularly featured as a Senior Level Executive Contributor at Brainz Magazine, where she writes on content strategy, AI, visibility, and building businesses that fit real life. Her vision extends far beyond mere business success. It is about fostering a culture of empowerment, resilience, and collaboration – one where women no longer shrink their expertise to fit expectations, but learn to communicate it in a way that magnetically attracts their right people. In a world where the entrepreneurial journey can often feel solitary and daunting, Viviana serves as a guiding light – offering the strategy, tools, and warmth women need to build businesses that actually reflect who they are. Her unwavering dedication to empowering women to embrace their full potential is a testament to the transformative power of passion, perseverance, and purpose. All articles Business Why Communities Are Rewriting the Rules of Online Business Let’s be honest about something most marketing advice won’t say out loud. A lot of entrepreneurs are doing more than ever on social media and getting less back, less real conversation, less loyalty... READ ARTICLE Business Why Women Entrepreneurs Are Ditching the Content Hamster Wheel for Longevity There's a specific kind of exhaustion that hits somewhere around the third month of posting consistently and still feeling invisible. You've done the reels. You've written the captions. You've shown up... READ ARTICLE Business How Do I Create Content Without Burning Out? At some point, a lot of business owners start asking themselves the same question: How do I create content without burning out? Why does content start to feel like a job inside the job? What begins as a... READ ARTICLE Business One Post Won’t Cut It Anymore – How to Build Real Visibility (Even When You Don’t Feel Like an SEO Pro) You’ve probably heard that SEO is changing. But let’s be real, what does that actually mean when you’re a coach, a service provider, or someone running a personal brand trying to grow online? READ ARTICLE Business How AI Predicts the Exact Content Your Audience Will Crave Next You know that sinking feeling when you’ve poured your heart into a post, and it lands flat? Crickets. Maybe a like from your mum, your biz bestie, and that one loyal client. That’s it. Meanwhile, someone... READ ARTICLE Business A Burnout-Proof Approach for Mompreneurs and Every Entrepreneur with a Full Life A cleaner, kinder way to be seen, especially if you’re building a business with a life inside it. There’s a moment most of us don’t talk about. You finally sit down to create, and your brain starts loading... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Viviana Castaneda Content & Visibility Strategist 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 Viviana Castaneda Content & Visibility Strategist 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?

Richard Bennett is the founder of Calibre Performance Coaching, providing personal training, strength and conditioning, and boxing coaching in Redditch, UK. With over 15 years of coaching experience and a strong background in combat sports, Richard has worked with general population clients, amateur athletes, and professional fighters. He has helped clients with varying goals from weight loss, building muscle & strength and general fitness and health to more specific athletic goals. Richard holds extensive vocational qualifications including a Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning (CIMSPA), Level 3 Personal Training certification, Level 1 weightlifting coach (BWL), Velocity Based Training (ASCA), England Boxing Level 1 Coach certification, and a 1st Dan Kickboxing Black Belt. He has competed in boxing, Muay Thai, and kickboxing competitions, giving him first hand understanding of training demands and performance optimisation. As a training educator, Richard mentors others in the industry while continuing to expand his expertise through his own ongoing education having studied a DipHE in Sport & Fitness at The Open University and currently enrolled on Bsc Strength, Conditioning and Sports Nutrition at University College Birmingham. Outside academic development, Rich has been mentored by top mentors in the industry, including Dan Howells & Ric Moylan (S&C Coach to Ricky Hatton & Scott Quigg) Richard Bennett Executive Contributor Personal Trainer, Strength & Conditioning 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? Richard Bennett Personal Trainer, Strength & Conditioning Coach Richard Bennett is the founder of Calibre Performance Coaching, providing personal training, strength and conditioning, and boxing coaching in Redditch, UK. With over 15 years of coaching experience and a strong background in combat sports, Richard has worked with general population clients, amateur athletes, and professional fighters. He has helped clients with varying goals from weight loss, building muscle & strength and general fitness and health to more specific athletic goals. Richard holds extensive vocational qualifications including a Level 4 Certificate in Strength and Conditioning (CIMSPA), Level 3 Personal Training certification, Level 1 weightlifting coach (BWL), Velocity Based Training (ASCA), England Boxing Level 1 Coach certification, and a 1st Dan Kickboxing Black Belt. He has competed in boxing, Muay Thai, and kickboxing competitions, giving him first hand understanding of training demands and performance optimisation. As a training educator, Richard mentors others in the industry while continuing to expand his expertise through his own ongoing education having studied a DipHE in Sport & Fitness at The Open University and currently enrolled on Bsc Strength, Conditioning and Sports Nutrition at University College Birmingham. Outside academic development, Rich has been mentored by top mentors in the industry, including Dan Howells & Ric Moylan (S&C Coach to Ricky Hatton & Scott Quigg) All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Richard Bennett Personal Trainer, Strength & Conditioning 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 Richard Bennett Personal Trainer, Strength & Conditioning 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?

Shlok Kumaraswamy is a burnout coach who helps professionals rebuild capacity, focus, and time without stepping away from ambitious careers. His clients are the people who look successful from the outside and feel stuck on the inside: leaders in technology, law, finance, and medicine who are earning well and running on empty.   He came to this work from inside the systems that produce it. Over more than a decade in management and transformation, he held roles at TD Canada Trust, Deloitte Consulting, Valeo, and Maersk across India, France, and Canada, watching capable people quietly lose themselves in environments built for output rather than sustainability.   His methodology, the Predictive Processing Recovery Framework, is grounded in the science of the brain as a prediction engine. Rather than treating burnout as a personal failing or a scheduling problem, it works with five predictions the brain makes about work: safety, agency, competence, meaning, and recovery. Clients move through a structured sequence of regulating the nervous system, rewiring the predictions driving their behaviour, installing new strategy, and sustaining it under real pressure.   His approach is also informed by original qualitative research into identity and work, including a finding he calls the Gratitude Paradox, which examines why high performers stay in situations they already know are harming them. That research forms the basis of his forthcoming book, The Things We Don't Say. Alongside neuroscience, Shloak draws on ancient philosophical traditions, treating ancient frameworks for attention, duty, and detachment as practical tools rather than historical curiosities. Through his RESTORE program, he helps clients reclaim ten to fifteen hours a week and build careers that no longer come at the cost of their health, relationships, or families. Shlok Kumaraswamy Exexcutive Contributor Burnout 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? Shlok Kumaraswamy Burnout Coach Shlok Kumaraswamy is a burnout coach who helps professionals rebuild capacity, focus, and time without stepping away from ambitious careers. His clients are the people who look successful from the outside and feel stuck on the inside: leaders in technology, law, finance, and medicine who are earning well and running on empty. He came to this work from inside the systems that produce it. Over more than a decade in management and transformation, he held roles at TD Canada Trust, Deloitte Consulting, Valeo, and Maersk across India, France, and Canada, watching capable people quietly lose themselves in environments built for output rather than sustainability. His methodology, the Predictive Processing Recovery Framework, is grounded in the science of the brain as a prediction engine. Rather than treating burnout as a personal failing or a scheduling problem, it works with five predictions the brain makes about work: safety, agency, competence, meaning, and recovery. Clients move through a structured sequence of regulating the nervous system, rewiring the predictions driving their behaviour, installing new strategy, and sustaining it under real pressure. His approach is also informed by original qualitative research into identity and work, including a finding he calls the Gratitude Paradox, which examines why high performers stay in situations they already know are harming them. That research forms the basis of his forthcoming book, The Things We Don't Say. Alongside neuroscience, Shloak draws on ancient philosophical traditions, treating ancient frameworks for attention, duty, and detachment as practical tools rather than historical curiosities. Through his RESTORE program, he helps clients reclaim ten to fifteen hours a week and build careers that no longer come at the cost of their health, relationships, or families. All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Shlok Kumaraswamy Burnout 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 Shlok Kumaraswamy Burnout 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?

Yann Dang knows what it’s like to succeed in rooms that weren’t designed with you in mind.   The daughter of Vietnamese refugees, Yann built a global career in finance across New York, London, and Singapore, often finding herself the youngest person in the room, the only woman, the only person of color, or all three. She rose into executive leadership at a Fortune 500 company, gaining firsthand experience navigating power, perception, belonging, and the unwritten rules of success.   Today, her work explores the private contradictions many accomplished women experience: advocating fiercely for others while hesitating to advocate for themselves, knowing what they want to say then softening or overexplaining it, and making high-stakes decisions professionally while second-guessing what they actually want.   Yann challenges the idea that women need to become harder, louder, less emotional, or more like those who have traditionally held power. She believes anger, frustration, ambition, and desire aren’t leadership liabilities. They’re information.   Her work helps women strengthen self-trust and emotional agility, communicate assertively without losing their authenticity, become more visible, take calculated risks, and hold greater authority without abandoning themselves in the process.   A leadership coach, TEDx speaker, and Forbes contributor, Yann is the creator of COMMAND™, a six-month leadership accelerator for women, and host of The Balanced Leader Podcast, ranked among the top 2% of business podcasts globally.   At the heart of her work is a provocative idea: your power may not be missing. It may already be fully allocated to proving, pleasing, performing, managing perception, and keeping the peace.   What could become possible if you started using more of that power for what you actually want? Yann Dang Executive Contributor Executive Leadership Coach for Women 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? Yann Dang Executive Leadership Coach for Women Yann Dang knows what it’s like to succeed in rooms that weren’t designed with you in mind. The daughter of Vietnamese refugees, Yann built a global career in finance across New York, London, and Singapore, often finding herself the youngest person in the room, the only woman, the only person of color, or all three. She rose into executive leadership at a Fortune 500 company, gaining firsthand experience navigating power, perception, belonging, and the unwritten rules of success. Today, her work explores the private contradictions many accomplished women experience: advocating fiercely for others while hesitating to advocate for themselves, knowing what they want to say then softening or overexplaining it, and making high-stakes decisions professionally while second-guessing what they actually want. Yann challenges the idea that women need to become harder, louder, less emotional, or more like those who have traditionally held power. She believes anger, frustration, ambition, and desire aren’t leadership liabilities. They’re information. Her work helps women strengthen self-trust and emotional agility, communicate assertively without losing their authenticity, become more visible, take calculated risks, and hold greater authority without abandoning themselves in the process. A leadership coach, TEDx speaker, and Forbes contributor, Yann is the creator of COMMAND™, a six-month leadership accelerator for women, and host of The Balanced Leader Podcast, ranked among the top 2% of business podcasts globally. At the heart of her work is a provocative idea: your power may not be missing. It may already be fully allocated to proving, pleasing, performing, managing perception, and keeping the peace. What could become possible if you started using more of that power for what you actually want? All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Yann Dang Executive Leadership Coach for Women 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 Yann Dang Executive Leadership Coach for Women 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?

René Caruso is a Metabolic Health and Longevity Strategist, speaker, author, and peptide-certified consultant with more than 30 years of experience in nutrition, metabolic health, behavior change, and real-life wellness strategy. Her work is rooted in both professional expertise and personal experience. After spending decades battling disordered eating and rebuilding her own relationship with food, René made it her mission to help others break free from the confusion, shame, and restriction that often surround health and weight loss. Today, she helps clients restore metabolic function, improve body composition, increase energy, and find peace with food through practical, sustainable strategies that work in real life. René is the founder of REPO FIT Inc. and the author of Thrive in Five: Steps to Your Healthiest Life. Her approach blends nutrition, lifestyle, mindset, metabolic education, and peptide-informed strategies to help individuals better understand their body and create lasting change. She is known for translating complex health information into clear, usable guidance that clients and clinicians can actually apply. In addition to her one-on-one client work, René works with clinics, wellness providers, med spas, and healthcare teams to develop and implement metabolic health, weight loss, peptide, and longevity programs. She also serves as a clinical liaison and strategic partner in the compounding pharmacy space, helping bridge the gap between clinical innovation and practical patient care. As a speaker and educator, René has presented to leaders, sales professionals, business owners, and wellness audiences across the country. Her message is direct, compassionate, and deeply practical: cut through the noise, stop chasing quick fixes, and build health from the inside out. René’s mission is to help people restore their metabolism, reclaim their energy, and create a way of living where health feels doable, sustainable, and free from shame. René Caruso Executive Contributor Metabolic Health Specialist, Peptide 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? René Caruso Metabolic Health Specialist, Peptide Consultant René Caruso is a Metabolic Health and Longevity Strategist, speaker, author, and peptide-certified consultant with more than 30 years of experience in nutrition, metabolic health, behavior change, and real-life wellness strategy. Her work is rooted in both professional expertise and personal experience. After spending decades battling disordered eating and rebuilding her own relationship with food, René made it her mission to help others break free from the confusion, shame, and restriction that often surround health and weight loss. Today, she helps clients restore metabolic function, improve body composition, increase energy, and find peace with food through practical, sustainable strategies that work in real life. René is the founder of REPO FIT Inc. and the author of Thrive in Five: Steps to Your Healthiest Life. Her approach blends nutrition, lifestyle, mindset, metabolic education, and peptide-informed strategies to help individuals better understand their body and create lasting change. She is known for translating complex health information into clear, usable guidance that clients and clinicians can actually apply. In addition to her one-on-one client work, René works with clinics, wellness providers, med spas, and healthcare teams to develop and implement metabolic health, weight loss, peptide, and longevity programs. She also serves as a clinical liaison and strategic partner in the compounding pharmacy space, helping bridge the gap between clinical innovation and practical patient care. As a speaker and educator, René has presented to leaders, sales professionals, business owners, and wellness audiences across the country. Her message is direct, compassionate, and deeply practical: cut through the noise, stop chasing quick fixes, and build health from the inside out. René’s mission is to help people restore their metabolism, reclaim their energy, and create a way of living where health feels doable, sustainable, and free from shame. All articles Health & Wellness Ultra-Processed Food Isn't Just Unhealthy – I Now Believe It's as Dangerous as Smoking For years, my honest answer to anyone who asked about ultra-processed food was: everything in moderation. A cereal bar here, a diet soda there, a supermarket loaf when life is busy, a little wouldn't... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness How to Rebuild Self-trust After Years of Dieting If you’ve followed countless plans and still don’t trust yourself around food, the problem may not be a lack of knowledge or discipline. In this article, metabolic health strategist René Caruso explains... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Why Asking Questions About Hormone Therapy is Part Of Better Healthcare There are moments in healthcare when the issue is not necessarily the treatment plan itself. It is the conversation around the treatment plan. Recently, I had one of those moments. I have been on hormone... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness How to Stop Starting Over and the Missing Piece in Sustainable Health If you've ever restarted a health plan more times than you can count, you're not broken, you've just been handed the wrong framework. In this article, metabolic health coach René Caruso breaks down why the... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to René Caruso Metabolic Health Specialist, Peptide 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 René Caruso Metabolic Health Specialist, Peptide 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. 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?

A registered dietitian and founder of Dietetic Minds, an educational platform created to support students, early-career dietitians, and those seeking reliable, practical guidance to improve health and wellbeing through diet and nutrition. During training, often faced uncertainty, complex concepts, and limited guidance outside university hours, inspiring the creation of resources that learners and the wider public can trust. Since qualifying, has combined professional experience with lived insight to develop a wide range of digital resources, reflective practice templates, and practical, nutrition-focused health guidance. Each resource translates evidence-based nutrition into clear, actionable steps, helping users improve their wellbeing, build confidence, and navigate academic, professional, and everyday health challenges. Dietetic Minds reflects a commitment to making nutrition education approachable, empowering, and practical. The platform supports learners navigating early career and academic challenges while providing evidence-based nutrition advice that helps the wider public make informed choices for their health and wellbeing. By creating resources people can rely on, Dietetic Minds helps students, professionals, and the general public improve knowledge, develop practical skills, and make positive, sustainable lifestyle decisions. Mission: to equip dietitians, students, and the wider public with clear, practical nutrition guidance and tools, fostering confidence, lifelong learning, and better health through diet and nutrition. Dietetic Minds Executive Contributor Registered Dietetic Mentor 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? Dietetic Minds Registered Dietetic Mentor A registered dietitian and founder of Dietetic Minds, an educational platform created to support students, early-career dietitians, and those seeking reliable, practical guidance to improve health and wellbeing through diet and nutrition. During training, often faced uncertainty, complex concepts, and limited guidance outside university hours, inspiring the creation of resources that learners and the wider public can trust. Since qualifying, has combined professional experience with lived insight to develop a wide range of digital resources, reflective practice templates, and practical, nutrition-focused health guidance. Each resource translates evidence-based nutrition into clear, actionable steps, helping users improve their wellbeing, build confidence, and navigate academic, professional, and everyday health challenges. Dietetic Minds reflects a commitment to making nutrition education approachable, empowering, and practical. The platform supports learners navigating early career and academic challenges while providing evidence-based nutrition advice that helps the wider public make informed choices for their health and wellbeing. By creating resources people can rely on, Dietetic Minds helps students, professionals, and the general public improve knowledge, develop practical skills, and make positive, sustainable lifestyle decisions. Mission: to equip dietitians, students, and the wider public with clear, practical nutrition guidance and tools, fostering confidence, lifelong learning, and better health through diet and nutrition. All articles Health & Wellness Ozempic, Wegovy and Weight Loss Injections – The Nutrition Conversation We Are Missing Weight loss injections have become one of the biggest health conversations in recent years. From social media discussions to mainstream news coverage, medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy have changed... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness What is Looksmaxxing and 10 Evidence-Based Ways to Improve Your Appearance Naturally From TikTok glow-ups to viral transformation videos, looksmaxxing has become one of the internet’s fastest-growing self-improvement trends. But how much of it is grounded in science and how much is... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Supporting Aspiring Dietitians with Practical Tools for Success – An Interview with Dietetic Minds A registered dietitian with an MSc in psychology, the founder of Dietetic Minds combines clinical expertise, real-world experience, and psychology-informed teaching to make nutrition education clear... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Dietetic Minds Registered Dietetic Mentor 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 Dietetic Minds Registered Dietetic Mentor 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?

Ida is a dedicated wellness professional and certified aesthetician (Marvel School of Beauty), providing personalized, home-based services since 1994. With a deep passion for holistic care, Ida graduated from Zanqara’s Holistica Skin Care Dermatician course in 1994, where she mastered advanced holistic skincare philosophies. She has also been a certified reflexologist since 1993, graduating from the prestigious D’Arcy Lane Institute, and has integrated energy therapies and relaxing Ion Cleanse foot wellness sessions into her practice since 1998. Always looking to provide her clients with advanced care, Ida became a certified Sharplight Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Technician in 2012, offering exceptional solutions for skin rejuvenation and evening out skin pigmentation. In 2019, she expanded her clinical skillset by earning a specialized certification from the Center for Pain and Stress Research (CPSR). Utilizing the Health Canada-cleared Dolphin Neurostim system, Ida provides Microcurrent Point Stimulation (MPS) to support skin rejuvenation, balance uneven pigmentation, and effectively release tight surgical scar tissue to reduce chronic discomfort. Ida is deeply committed to continuing her education in the field of complementary health to ensure her clients receive accessible, affordable, and high-quality wellness care. Beyond her decades as a holistic practitioner, Ida draws on a rigorous scientific foundation, bringing 12 years of experience as a hospital laboratory technologist in Microbiology and Biochemistry to her safe and meticulous practice. Ida Fanelli Senior Level Executive Contributor Certified Aesthetician, Reflexologist & IPL & Dolphin MPS Technician 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? Ida Fanelli Certified Aesthetician, Reflexologist & IPL & Dolphin MPS Technician Ida is a dedicated wellness professional and certified aesthetician (Marvel School of Beauty), providing personalized, home-based services since 1994. With a deep passion for holistic care, Ida graduated from Zanqara’s Holistica Skin Care Dermatician course in 1994, where she mastered advanced holistic skincare philosophies. She has also been a certified reflexologist since 1993, graduating from the prestigious D’Arcy Lane Institute, and has integrated energy therapies and relaxing Ion Cleanse foot wellness sessions into her practice since 1998. Always looking to provide her clients with advanced care, Ida became a certified Sharplight Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) Technician in 2012, offering exceptional solutions for skin rejuvenation and evening out skin pigmentation. In 2019, she expanded her clinical skillset by earning a specialized certification from the Center for Pain and Stress Research (CPSR). Utilizing the Health Canada-cleared Dolphin Neurostim system, Ida provides Microcurrent Point Stimulation (MPS) to support skin rejuvenation, balance uneven pigmentation, and effectively release tight surgical scar tissue to reduce chronic discomfort. Ida is deeply committed to continuing her education in the field of complementary health to ensure her clients receive accessible, affordable, and high-quality wellness care. Beyond her decades as a holistic practitioner, Ida draws on a rigorous scientific foundation, bringing 12 years of experience as a hospital laboratory technologist in Microbiology and Biochemistry to her safe and meticulous practice. All articles Lifestyle What is Green LED Light Therapy? Benefits for Sun Spots, Redness, and Sensitive Skin Green LED light therapy, also called photobiomodulation, uses light in the 495 to 570 nanometer range. This type of green light sits between red and violet on the spectrum, so it looks bright to us. Because it does not... READ ARTICLE Lifestyle The Magic of High Frequency Nikola Tesla’s famous "Violet Ray" has become what we now know as the High Frequency machine in the beauty world. The early version of this technology, which was stronger, was used for many medical... READ ARTICLE Lifestyle Best Time and Products to Start a Skincare Routine A holistic guide for every stage of life. Our skin is the body’s largest organ and one of its most remarkable protectors. In childhood, it is thin, renews itself quickly, heals rapidly, and has a naturally strong barrier. READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Exploring the Intersection of Science and Self-Care – Exclusive Interview With Ida Fanelli Ida Fanelli, a holistic skin care expert, combines scientific knowledge and spiritual intuition to offer a personalized approach to skin health. In this exclusive interview, she explains how understanding... READ ARTICLE Lifestyle Beauty and Botched Botox Part 2 – Why Aren't Risks More Publicized? In Part 1, we talked about how Botox works by freezing facial muscles. Now, let's look at some side effects that people often miss. Botox does more than smooth wrinkles; it can also change how your brain deals with... READ ARTICLE Lifestyle Beauty and Botched Botox Botox, the neurotoxin derived from the dangerous bacteria known as Clostridium botulinum, intentionally paralyzes nerves controlling the intended muscle. It is one of the most potent toxins in the world. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Ida Fanelli Certified Aesthetician, Reflexologist & IPL & Dolphin MPS Technician 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 Ida Fanelli Certified Aesthetician, Reflexologist & IPL & Dolphin MPS Technician 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?

Ann Smets is a Human Potential & Soul Integration Facilitator and the founder of Soulestara, supporting individuals, entrepreneurs, and executives to optimise their energy, expand their awareness, and lead from a place of inner alignment. Her work focuses on the connection between physical health, emotional wellbeing, and energy alignment—supporting those who seek not only recovery from stress and fatigue, but also a more sustainable, energised, and conscious way of living and leading. With over a decade of experience in Taoist healing practices, nervous system regulation, Chi Nei Tsang (abdominal therapy), and energy-based modalities, Ann helps clients release tension held in the body, restore natural energy flow, and reconnect with their inner intelligence. Her approach bridges science and ancient wisdom, combining body-based therapies, subconscious reprogramming, and energetic work to create lasting transformation. Rather than focusing on symptoms alone, she works at the root—guiding individuals to regulate their system, strengthen emotional resilience, and access deeper clarity and direction. Ann’s international background, including years in high-performance environments within the travel and hospitality industry, gives her a grounded understanding of modern-day pressure, responsibility, and constant change. Clients are often drawn to her work when they feel the need for a deeper shift—whether that is to restore energy, health, gain clarity, or evolve into a more aligned version of themselves. Through her work, Ann supports a transition from reactive living to embodied leadership, where physical vitality, mental clarity, and inner alignment become the foundation for both personal and professional success.   Ann Smets Executive Contributor Human Potential & Soul Integration 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? Ann Smets Human Potential & Soul Integration Facilitator Ann Smets is a Human Potential & Soul Integration Facilitator and the founder of Soulestara, supporting individuals, entrepreneurs, and executives to optimise their energy, expand their awareness, and lead from a place of inner alignment. Her work focuses on the connection between physical health, emotional wellbeing, and energy alignment—supporting those who seek not only recovery from stress and fatigue, but also a more sustainable, energised, and conscious way of living and leading. With over a decade of experience in Taoist healing practices, nervous system regulation, Chi Nei Tsang (abdominal therapy), and energy-based modalities, Ann helps clients release tension held in the body, restore natural energy flow, and reconnect with their inner intelligence. Her approach bridges science and ancient wisdom, combining body-based therapies, subconscious reprogramming, and energetic work to create lasting transformation. Rather than focusing on symptoms alone, she works at the root—guiding individuals to regulate their system, strengthen emotional resilience, and access deeper clarity and direction. Ann’s international background, including years in high-performance environments within the travel and hospitality industry, gives her a grounded understanding of modern-day pressure, responsibility, and constant change. Clients are often drawn to her work when they feel the need for a deeper shift—whether that is to restore energy, health, gain clarity, or evolve into a more aligned version of themselves. Through her work, Ann supports a transition from reactive living to embodied leadership, where physical vitality, mental clarity, and inner alignment become the foundation for both personal and professional success. All articles Leadership The Butterfly, the Heart, and Seven Ways to Lead Through Change Without Losing Yourself What if one of the greatest strengths in leadership is not the ability to keep everything under control, but the ability to remain grounded when it inevitably changes? During my deeper studies of Taoist Inner Alchemy... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness When Ageing Becomes a Blessing and Seven Daily Choices That Helped Me Feel Younger at 56 Than at 46 If someone had told me ten years ago that I would feel healthier, calmer and more energised at 56 than I did at 46, I would probably have smiled politely and dismissed the idea. Like many people, I... READ ARTICLE Leadership The Lightness of Being In a world that constantly demands more from leaders, ancient Taoist wisdom offers a different path, one rooted not in accumulation but in simplicity, presence, and flow. Drawing from personal experiences... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Bridging Science and Healing Through the Gut-Heart-Brain Axis – Exclusive Interview with Ann Smets Ann Smets is an internationally active practitioner in energetic wellness, specializing in the gut-heart-brain axis and its impact on human performance, health, and emotional resilience. She works... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Ann Smets Human Potential & Soul Integration 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 Ann Smets Human Potential & Soul Integration 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?