Emma Louise Allen Executive Contributor Entrepreneur Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Emma Louise Allen Entrepreneur All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Emma Louise Allen Entrepreneur The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Emma Louise Allen Entrepreneur Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Lama Abou Daher is an accredited Life Coach, certified DISC practitioner, and founder of the Duality Framework - a coaching model focused on expanding capacity and restoring access to underused personal traits, in order to achieve success. She specialises in mindset and self-leadership, helping high-functioning individuals move from internal friction to sustainable performance. With a background in high-performance education, leadership, mentoring and coaching, Lama works with ambitious professionals who appear successful externally but experience inconsistency, pressure, or internal conflict behind the scenes. Her work focuses on helping clients understand why certain traits feel accessible in some environments but blocked in others, and how to intentionally rebuild that access. Before becoming a coach, Lama spent over a decade in education, working with diverse individuals across all age groups. Despite her professional success, she experienced burnout, unresolved personal challenges, and the hidden cost of maintaining high standards without sustainable internal systems. Known since her teens as “The Walking Contradiction,” she spent years trying to fix perceived flaws before realising that lasting change comes not from self-rejection, but from self-integration. Today, her work integrates principles from behavioural psychology, identity-based change, performance coaching, habit science, and six additional evidence-based disciplines within her Duality Framework. Rather than focusing on motivation alone, she helps clients build practical systems, strengthen behavioural access, and expand their capacity through habits and mindset shifts. Whether supporting a perfectionist navigating pressure, a high achiever rebuilding confidence, or a leader seeking emotional range without sacrificing standards, Lama’s approach is both structured and deeply human. Her coaching is designed not just to achieve goals, but to build transferable skills that improve how clients operate long after the coaching ends. At the core of her philosophy is a simple belief: people rarely lack the qualities they need - they often lack consistent access to them. By helping clients expand that access, she helps them create change that is both measurable and lasting. Lama Abou Daher Executive Contributor Life 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? Lama Abou Daher Life Coach Lama Abou Daher is an accredited Life Coach, certified DISC practitioner, and founder of the Duality Framework - a coaching model focused on expanding capacity and restoring access to underused personal traits, in order to achieve success. She specialises in mindset and self-leadership, helping high-functioning individuals move from internal friction to sustainable performance. With a background in high-performance education, leadership, mentoring and coaching, Lama works with ambitious professionals who appear successful externally but experience inconsistency, pressure, or internal conflict behind the scenes. Her work focuses on helping clients understand why certain traits feel accessible in some environments but blocked in others, and how to intentionally rebuild that access. Before becoming a coach, Lama spent over a decade in education, working with diverse individuals across all age groups. Despite her professional success, she experienced burnout, unresolved personal challenges, and the hidden cost of maintaining high standards without sustainable internal systems. Known since her teens as “The Walking Contradiction,” she spent years trying to fix perceived flaws before realising that lasting change comes not from self-rejection, but from self-integration. Today, her work integrates principles from behavioural psychology, identity-based change, performance coaching, habit science, and six additional evidence-based disciplines within her Duality Framework. Rather than focusing on motivation alone, she helps clients build practical systems, strengthen behavioural access, and expand their capacity through habits and mindset shifts. Whether supporting a perfectionist navigating pressure, a high achiever rebuilding confidence, or a leader seeking emotional range without sacrificing standards, Lama’s approach is both structured and deeply human. Her coaching is designed not just to achieve goals, but to build transferable skills that improve how clients operate long after the coaching ends. At the core of her philosophy is a simple belief: people rarely lack the qualities they need - they often lack consistent access to them. By helping clients expand that access, she helps them create change that is both measurable and lasting. All articles Health & Wellness The Hidden Health Cost of Not Being Authentic The cost of inauthenticity is far greater than discomfort, it quietly erodes connection, emotional health, and even long-term physical wellbeing. This article explores why authenticity is not self-indulgence... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Lama Abou Daher Life 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 Lama Abou Daher Life 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?

Ladylee Davis is a renowned Transformational Specialist, author, speaker, and life coach with more than 30 years of caregiving experience. A graduate of Kennesaw State University with a degree in Psychology, Ladylee authored How to Love Stress & Live Longer, where she shares her personal journey of overcoming profound loss and adversity. Using her S.T.R.E.S.S. methodology, she empowers individuals to reframe stress and use it as a catalyst for personal growth and transformation. Through workshops, coaching sessions, and speaking engagements, Ladylee has helped countless people navigate life’s challenges and embrace their true potential while living with purpose and resilience.   Ladylee Davis Executive Contributor Transformational Specialist, Author & Speaker Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Ladylee Davis Transformational Specialist, Author & Speaker Ladylee Davis is a renowned Transformational Specialist, author, speaker, and life coach with more than 30 years of caregiving experience. A graduate of Kennesaw State University with a degree in Psychology, Ladylee authored How to Love Stress & Live Longer, where she shares her personal journey of overcoming profound loss and adversity. Using her S.T.R.E.S.S. methodology, she empowers individuals to reframe stress and use it as a catalyst for personal growth and transformation. Through workshops, coaching sessions, and speaking engagements, Ladylee has helped countless people navigate life’s challenges and embrace their true potential while living with purpose and resilience. All articles Mindset How To Love Stress & Use It To Heal, Not Harm Stress is often painted as the villain in our lives, something to fear, avoid, or suppress. But what if stress wasn’t the enemy? READ ARTICLE Mindset Unlocking Your Potential – Reprogramming Your Mind To Love Stress Stress is a part of life, an inevitable force that can either break us down or build us up. What if I told you that stress can be a tool... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Ladylee Davis Transformational Specialist, Author & Speaker The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Ladylee Davis Transformational Specialist, Author & Speaker Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Hamid Acharrab is a globally recognized Identity Transformation Expert, Executive Contributor at Brainz Magazine, and the founder of The Ultimate You Method™. Widely known as The Reality Engineer, Hamid does not fix broken people; he destroys the illusions that keep powerful people caged. For over two decades, Hamid has challenged the traditional self-improvement industry, labeling it as merely "decorating the prison." Instead, he advocates for absolute Self-Liberation. He works exclusively with high-achievers, visionary entrepreneurs, and elite leaders who have achieved immense external success but have hit an invisible internal ceiling. At the core of Hamid's philosophy is the dismantling of "The Act"—the conditioned, survival-based identity that sabotages decision-making and limits true growth. Through surgical, private reality audits and highly exclusive global retreats, he guides his clients to shatter these psychological limits and return to "The Diamond"—their unshakeable, authentic core. With a track record of liberating over 3,000 individuals and hosting more than 50 immersive international retreats, Hamid's approach is devoid of "woo-woo" spirituality or cheerleader motivation. It is a ruthless, intellectual deconstruction of the self. By eradicating the friction between thought and action, he empowers leaders to achieve uncapped business scaling and sovereign control over their lives. Hamid's ultimate mission is to teach the top 1% the profound art of "Creating from Nothing," allowing them to stop improving their lives and start engineering their realities. Hamid Acharrab Executive Contributor Identity Transformation 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? Hamid Acharrab Identity Transformation Expert Hamid Acharrab is a globally recognized Identity Transformation Expert, Executive Contributor at Brainz Magazine, and the founder of The Ultimate You Method™. Widely known as The Reality Engineer, Hamid does not fix broken people; he destroys the illusions that keep powerful people caged. For over two decades, Hamid has challenged the traditional self-improvement industry, labeling it as merely "decorating the prison." Instead, he advocates for absolute Self-Liberation. He works exclusively with high-achievers, visionary entrepreneurs, and elite leaders who have achieved immense external success but have hit an invisible internal ceiling. At the core of Hamid's philosophy is the dismantling of "The Act"—the conditioned, survival-based identity that sabotages decision-making and limits true growth. Through surgical, private reality audits and highly exclusive global retreats, he guides his clients to shatter these psychological limits and return to "The Diamond"—their unshakeable, authentic core. With a track record of liberating over 3,000 individuals and hosting more than 50 immersive international retreats, Hamid's approach is devoid of "woo-woo" spirituality or cheerleader motivation. It is a ruthless, intellectual deconstruction of the self. By eradicating the friction between thought and action, he empowers leaders to achieve uncapped business scaling and sovereign control over their lives. Hamid's ultimate mission is to teach the top 1% the profound art of "Creating from Nothing," allowing them to stop improving their lives and start engineering their realities. All articles Mindset Dismantling the False Self and the Real Reason You’re Stuck You don’t have a strategy problem. You have a self-problem. I have watched it for twenty-eight years, across more than five hundred breakthroughs and forty retreats: capable people, founders, executives... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Hamid Acharrab Identity Transformation 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 Hamid Acharrab Identity Transformation 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?

Meghan Gallardo, M.S. CCC-SLP, is a dynamic and highly skilled speech-language pathologist with nearly two decades of transformative experience. As the founder of Harmony Speech Therapy Solutions, LLC, she has profoundly impacted the lives of over 1,000 individuals and families throughout her career, helping them find their authentic voices and communicate with confidence. With a professional background spanning clinics, schools, homes, daycares, and early childhood programs across four states, Meghan has become a sought-after expert in trauma-informed communication practices. She seamlessly blends evidence-based therapy with emotional and intuitive care, creating life-changing results for her clients. Her approach goes beyond addressing communication disorders; she empowers individuals to rewrite their stories and thrive. Meghan’s work is not only clinical but also highly collaborative. She has pioneered bilingual therapy models, mentored teams in supporting dual-language learners, and forged strong partnerships with professionals from multiple disciplines to ensure holistic and impactful interventions. Her expertise extends to developing specialized evaluations, creating measurable goals, and implementing cutting-edge assistive technology solutions that break down barriers and elevate communication. A lifelong learner, Meghan’s academic achievements are equally impressive. She earned her Master of Science in speech-language pathology from Western Kentucky University with a perfect 4.0 GPA and completed specialized training at the renowned Frazier Rehabilitation and Neuroscience Center. There, she honed her skills in advanced voice therapy techniques and swallowing protocols for individuals with movement disorders. Driven by resilience and a deep passion for empowering others, Meghan is a force in speech-language pathology, dedicated to creating safe, supportive spaces for growth and lasting transformation. Meghan Gallardo Executive Contributor Speech Language Pathologist | Communication 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? Meghan Gallardo Speech Language Pathologist | Communication Coach Meghan Gallardo, M.S. CCC-SLP, is a dynamic and highly skilled speech-language pathologist with nearly two decades of transformative experience. As the founder of Harmony Speech Therapy Solutions, LLC, she has profoundly impacted the lives of over 1,000 individuals and families throughout her career, helping them find their authentic voices and communicate with confidence. With a professional background spanning clinics, schools, homes, daycares, and early childhood programs across four states, Meghan has become a sought-after expert in trauma-informed communication practices. She seamlessly blends evidence-based therapy with emotional and intuitive care, creating life-changing results for her clients. Her approach goes beyond addressing communication disorders; she empowers individuals to rewrite their stories and thrive. Meghan’s work is not only clinical but also highly collaborative. She has pioneered bilingual therapy models, mentored teams in supporting dual-language learners, and forged strong partnerships with professionals from multiple disciplines to ensure holistic and impactful interventions. Her expertise extends to developing specialized evaluations, creating measurable goals, and implementing cutting-edge assistive technology solutions that break down barriers and elevate communication. A lifelong learner, Meghan’s academic achievements are equally impressive. She earned her Master of Science in speech-language pathology from Western Kentucky University with a perfect 4.0 GPA and completed specialized training at the renowned Frazier Rehabilitation and Neuroscience Center. There, she honed her skills in advanced voice therapy techniques and swallowing protocols for individuals with movement disorders. Driven by resilience and a deep passion for empowering others, Meghan is a force in speech-language pathology, dedicated to creating safe, supportive spaces for growth and lasting transformation. All articles Mindset Is This a Social Skills Crisis? – How Digital Disconnect is Impacting Gen Z In today’s hyperconnected world, Gen Z is more digitally plugged in than ever, yet millions are quietly struggling with the basics of human connection. The numbers tell a sobering story... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness How to Communicate with Nonverbal Individuals Effectively I’ll never forget the moment I realized how unprepared I was for real-life communication challenges. It wasn’t in a therapy room, or... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Why Holistic Speech Therapy Is The Future Of Client Care And How It Can Coexist With Spirituality For most of my career, I believed I had to separate who I was from what I did. My spiritual life, so central to my being, felt like it... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Meghan Gallardo Speech Language Pathologist | Communication 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 Meghan Gallardo Speech Language Pathologist | Communication 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?

Aaron Eschenburg is an Ayahuasca Shaman and creator of the natural plant medicine company Ancestral Herbs. Being hit by a drunk driver at 21 spiraled him into a journey of exploring alternative medicines to get away from the side effects of pharmaceuticals. Astrotheology and plant medicines then came into his life at the same time, creating a better understanding of humanities relationship with our living planet solar system, and Universe. He now dedicates his life to helping others explore the options of natural healing, entheogenic practices, and embracing the Aquarian Age. A true Renaissance man at heart with an endless list of curiosities. Diving into art and music creation at a young age, encouraged by a very musical family and a pair of his mom's drumsticks, Aaron began learning multiple instruments and recording production. This eventually opened up the world of sound and vibrational healing with a thirst to understand and study alternative modalities to heal our mind and body, with singing bowls, vocal toning, Om'ing, Reiki, yoga, breathwork, and herbalism. As well, with the background in music production, this landed an unexpected career as a Production Sound Mixer (recording the on-set dialogue of actors) in the film and television industry. Traveling across the U.S. for 18 years, working on everything from theatrical movie releases, sitcoms, reality TV shows, corporate news, and documentaries. The open schedule of the film industry allowed for independent travel and studies away from the career itself. Offering sound baths, breath-work, and astrology workshops at local studios and festivals, even at larger festivals like Envision Festival in Costa Rica, and working down in Peru with Ayahuasca plant medicine throughout the years in between filming. This eventually led to a calling from the plants to serve the plants and people. To train and learn these plant allies and work alongside them in a growing team to help raise the vibration of the planet. Aaron was guided by Ayahuasca to create astrology videos and video content, guided to create a natural plant medicine company, guided to start a religious non-profit to protect the ceremony and the participants, and guided to listen to the medicine and how it wants to be served here in the United States. While having a childhood in the Church and teenage years of rebellion away from dogmatic religion, the deep understanding of Astrotheology illuminated the path to fill in the gaps that the religions were missing. Where many began to fall away from religion with anger, guilt, or depression, Aaron walked away with answers and a knowing of how to inform others on their existential journey of dismantling the world that was taught to us, in order to embrace the world that is. Leading the way to this Age of Aquarius, educating and empowering others on understanding our time and place on this planet. Aaron Eschenburg Executive Contributor Ayahuascero, Astrotheologer 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? Aaron Eschenburg Ayahuascero, Astrotheologer Aaron Eschenburg is an Ayahuasca Shaman and creator of the natural plant medicine company Ancestral Herbs. Being hit by a drunk driver at 21 spiraled him into a journey of exploring alternative medicines to get away from the side effects of pharmaceuticals. Astrotheology and plant medicines then came into his life at the same time, creating a better understanding of humanities relationship with our living planet solar system, and Universe. He now dedicates his life to helping others explore the options of natural healing, entheogenic practices, and embracing the Aquarian Age. A true Renaissance man at heart with an endless list of curiosities. Diving into art and music creation at a young age, encouraged by a very musical family and a pair of his mom's drumsticks, Aaron began learning multiple instruments and recording production. This eventually opened up the world of sound and vibrational healing with a thirst to understand and study alternative modalities to heal our mind and body, with singing bowls, vocal toning, Om'ing, Reiki, yoga, breathwork, and herbalism. As well, with the background in music production, this landed an unexpected career as a Production Sound Mixer (recording the on-set dialogue of actors) in the film and television industry. Traveling across the U.S. for 18 years, working on everything from theatrical movie releases, sitcoms, reality TV shows, corporate news, and documentaries. The open schedule of the film industry allowed for independent travel and studies away from the career itself. Offering sound baths, breath-work, and astrology workshops at local studios and festivals, even at larger festivals like Envision Festival in Costa Rica, and working down in Peru with Ayahuasca plant medicine throughout the years in between filming. This eventually led to a calling from the plants to serve the plants and people. To train and learn these plant allies and work alongside them in a growing team to help raise the vibration of the planet. Aaron was guided by Ayahuasca to create astrology videos and video content, guided to create a natural plant medicine company, guided to start a religious non-profit to protect the ceremony and the participants, and guided to listen to the medicine and how it wants to be served here in the United States. While having a childhood in the Church and teenage years of rebellion away from dogmatic religion, the deep understanding of Astrotheology illuminated the path to fill in the gaps that the religions were missing. Where many began to fall away from religion with anger, guilt, or depression, Aaron walked away with answers and a knowing of how to inform others on their existential journey of dismantling the world that was taught to us, in order to embrace the world that is. Leading the way to this Age of Aquarius, educating and empowering others on understanding our time and place on this planet. All articles Health & Wellness Natural Alternatives for Men’s Health and Seven Plants That Will Help Your Brain, Back, and Libido Two months after I turned 21, I was suddenly hit head-on by a drunk driver while driving home from a friend’s house. A few injuries and a small surgery left me with a new pharmacy cabinet full of... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Ayahuasca, the Dieta, the Ceremony, the Purge, and the Integration I’m Aaron Eschenburg, an ayahuascero who has been making and serving this sacred psychedelic brew with Indigenous Peruvians for many years. The resurgence of psychedelics has led to a great deal of information... READ ARTICLE Mindset Ego Deaths and Spiritual Awakenings I’ve died a hundred times and will die a hundred more. I’m not here to heal 14 generations of family trauma. Our ancestors left us with so much more than that: willpower, strength, courage, wisdom, tenacity, love... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Seven Healing Plants From the Amazon for Women’s Health Nature offers powerful remedies for women’s health, and the Amazon rainforest is home to plants with profound therapeutic properties. From Uvos Colorado for menstrual relief to Cat's Claw for immune... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness 7 Healing Plants From the Amazon that You Need to Know The Amazon rainforest is home to some of the world's most potent healing plants, many of which have been used for centuries by indigenous tribes for their medicinal properties. In this article, we explore... READ ARTICLE Mindset Is Spring the Real New Year? Belief is a powerfully intoxicating drug. Anyone can believe anything they’d like, but it doesn’t make it a fact for all. They say April Fool’s Day originated when France shifted from the Julian calendar... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Aaron Eschenburg Ayahuascero, Astrotheologer 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 Aaron Eschenburg Ayahuascero, Astrotheologer 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?

Hella Rader has spent more than twenty years navigating the terrain she now helps other women cross – moving through grief, finding her voice, and learning what it actually means to inhabit her own life. That personal history is not just background. It is the credential. It is what she brings to Embody & Create, her somatic coaching practice, where she works with women one-on-one using the body as a guide rather than an obstacle. Hella helps women get unstuck, map what comes next, and build lives they love from the inside out. And it is what she brings to Stories That Sparkle, the long-form interview podcast she built to give other women the same space: intimate conversations with women navigating grief, starting over, reclaiming their voices, inhabiting their bodies and building community. Fifty-plus episodes in, these conversations are recorded wherever the story lives – living rooms, sunrooms, kitchens, conference rooms, and even outside in a park. Before the podcast and the coaching practice, Hella spent thirty years working across creative industries – PR, arts management, tour management, and radio – always in service of other people’s stories. She co-hosted a live show on East Village Radio and served as tour manager for Shara Nova and My Brightest Diamond, work that took her across the country and into rooms she had to figure out how to navigate in real time. That instinct – to go where the story is, and handle what you find when you get there – informs everything she does. Hella is GenX with millennial tendencies, the first American in her family, a global traveler, and someone who has driven a Porsche on a racetrack, surfed off the coast of Mexico, and shaped a raw emerald in the Diamond District. She will try almost anything at least once. Except olives. Or mushrooms. Of any kind. She writes weekly on Substack and can be found at hellarader.com. Hella Rader Executive Contributor Podcast Host & Somatic 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? Hella Rader Podcast Host & Somatic Coach Hella Rader has spent more than twenty years navigating the terrain she now helps other women cross – moving through grief, finding her voice, and learning what it actually means to inhabit her own life. That personal history is not just background. It is the credential. It is what she brings to Embody & Create, her somatic coaching practice, where she works with women one-on-one using the body as a guide rather than an obstacle. Hella helps women get unstuck, map what comes next, and build lives they love from the inside out. And it is what she brings to Stories That Sparkle, the long-form interview podcast she built to give other women the same space: intimate conversations with women navigating grief, starting over, reclaiming their voices, inhabiting their bodies and building community. Fifty-plus episodes in, these conversations are recorded wherever the story lives – living rooms, sunrooms, kitchens, conference rooms, and even outside in a park. Before the podcast and the coaching practice, Hella spent thirty years working across creative industries – PR, arts management, tour management, and radio – always in service of other people’s stories. She co-hosted a live show on East Village Radio and served as tour manager for Shara Nova and My Brightest Diamond, work that took her across the country and into rooms she had to figure out how to navigate in real time. That instinct – to go where the story is, and handle what you find when you get there – informs everything she does. Hella is GenX with millennial tendencies, the first American in her family, a global traveler, and someone who has driven a Porsche on a racetrack, surfed off the coast of Mexico, and shaped a raw emerald in the Diamond District. She will try almost anything at least once. Except olives. Or mushrooms. Of any kind. She writes weekly on Substack and can be found at hellarader.com. All articles Mindset My Body Knew She Was Gone Before I Did It was just another Monday. With the sun setting behind the tall canopy of trees along the fence line, I decided to go out into the garden. The blazing heat of the day had faded, but the air, thick... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Hella Rader Interview on What Your Body Knows Before Your Mind Catches Up Hella Rader hosts Stories That Sparkle, a long-form interview podcast featuring intimate conversations with everyday women as they navigate grief, start over in life, love, or career, and reclaim... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Hella Rader Podcast Host & Somatic 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 Hella Rader Podcast Host & Somatic 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?

Bestselling author, keynote speaker, workplace expert and resilience researcher Adam Markel inspires leaders to master the challenges of massive disruption in his new book, “Change Proof — Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience” (McGraw-Hill, Feb. 22, 2022). Adam is author of the #1 Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, and Publisher’s Weekly bestseller, “Pivot: The Art & Science of Reinventing Your Career and Life.” Learn more at AdamMarkel.com. Adam Markel Senior Level Executive Contributor Author & Wellness 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? Adam Markel Author & Wellness Expert Bestselling author, keynote speaker, workplace expert and resilience researcher Adam Markel inspires leaders to master the challenges of massive disruption in his new book, “Change Proof — Leveraging the Power of Uncertainty to Build Long-Term Resilience” (McGraw-Hill, Feb. 22, 2022). Adam is author of the #1 Wall Street Journal, USA Today, Los Angeles Times, and Publisher’s Weekly bestseller, “Pivot: The Art & Science of Reinventing Your Career and Life.” Learn more at AdamMarkel.com. All articles Leadership Behavior Beats Words in Culture Change Your values are on the wall. Your mission statement is framed in the lobby. Everyone sat through the town hall about the new culture initiative. So why does nothing feel different? Most organizations think culture... READ ARTICLE Leadership The Disconnection Crisis – Why Culture Repair Has Become Your Most Strategic Imperative Something’s broken in the modern workplace, and it’s not what most leaders think it is. We keep talking about productivity metrics, retention numbers, and engagement scores. But underneath all that data sits... READ ARTICLE Leadership The Antidote to a Distracted Workplace Your phone buzzes. An email lands. A Slack notification pings. Your brain splits three ways before you've finished your first sip of coffee. This is the modern workplace, and presence has become a... READ ARTICLE Leadership Culture Flow Over Culture Fit and the New Path to Alignment Culture is no longer something people fit into. It’s something we build together, and that shift changes everything. Most organizations haven’t caught up to that reality yet. They’re still hiring for comfort... READ ARTICLE Leadership How Collaboration by Design Creates Team Structures People Love to Work In For a long time, we treated collaboration like it was a personality trait. Hire people who seem cooperative, put them in meetings together, and assume teamwork will happen. It rarely does. READ ARTICLE Leadership The Trust Crisis and Why Great Leaders Need More Than Skill Across industries, I keep seeing the same thing happen. Leaders with impressive résumés are watching engagement drop, innovation stall, and good people quietly walk out the door. The old belief that... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Adam Markel Author & Wellness 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 Adam Markel Author & Wellness 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?

Jo Ibbott is a leading expert on perimenopause and menopause, particularly its impact on women and the workplace. She is passionate about ensuring everyone understands perimenopause and menopause, so that women are not undermined and workplaces do not lose valuable talent. Jo's driving force is to demystify and debunk menopause myths, challenging the taboos around this important life stage and bringing it into the open.   As an Executive Coach, Jo's specialisation in this area grew from observing recurring themes among her mid-life clients: loss of confidence, lack of joy, overwhelm, anxiety, and low mood. These were high-achieving women, at the peak of their careers, who were suddenly questioning their capabilities. Reflecting on her own mid-life experience, Jo recognised the significant impact of perimenopause's psychological symptoms. She had, for the first time, considered antidepressants and experienced a marked decline in her motivation for both life and work. Connecting these dots, Jo realised that perimenopause was robbing these women of their sense of self and jeopardising their careers. She resolved to take action.   In 2020, Jo trained as an Executive Menopause Coach. She began working with organisations and individual women, providing education, coaching and practical solutions to navigate the unique challenges of perimenopause. Simultaneously, she founded the What the Fog? Facebook Community, a safe space for women to ask questions, find support and access reliable, evidence-based information.   Jo is known for her dedication to normalising the conversation, empowering women and enabling organisations to foster cultural change and engage in courageous conversations about perimenopause and menopause. Through her training, coaching, and advocacy, she equips women with the understanding that it's not them, it's perimenopause and there are things they can do that will help. She also guides organisations in building inclusive, compassionate, and equitable cultures.   Contact Jo today to learn how she can help you or your organisation navigate menopause with knowledge and confidence. Jo Ibbott Executive Contributor Executive Menopause 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? Jo Ibbott Executive Menopause Coach Jo Ibbott is a leading expert on perimenopause and menopause, particularly its impact on women and the workplace. She is passionate about ensuring everyone understands perimenopause and menopause, so that women are not undermined and workplaces do not lose valuable talent. Jo's driving force is to demystify and debunk menopause myths, challenging the taboos around this important life stage and bringing it into the open. As an Executive Coach, Jo's specialisation in this area grew from observing recurring themes among her mid-life clients: loss of confidence, lack of joy, overwhelm, anxiety, and low mood. These were high-achieving women, at the peak of their careers, who were suddenly questioning their capabilities. Reflecting on her own mid-life experience, Jo recognised the significant impact of perimenopause's psychological symptoms. She had, for the first time, considered antidepressants and experienced a marked decline in her motivation for both life and work. Connecting these dots, Jo realised that perimenopause was robbing these women of their sense of self and jeopardising their careers. She resolved to take action. In 2020, Jo trained as an Executive Menopause Coach. She began working with organisations and individual women, providing education, coaching and practical solutions to navigate the unique challenges of perimenopause. Simultaneously, she founded the What the Fog? Facebook Community, a safe space for women to ask questions, find support and access reliable, evidence-based information. Jo is known for her dedication to normalising the conversation, empowering women and enabling organisations to foster cultural change and engage in courageous conversations about perimenopause and menopause. Through her training, coaching, and advocacy, she equips women with the understanding that it's not them, it's perimenopause and there are things they can do that will help. She also guides organisations in building inclusive, compassionate, and equitable cultures. Contact Jo today to learn how she can help you or your organisation navigate menopause with knowledge and confidence. All articles Mindset The Employment Rights Act 2025 is Coming, is Your Organisation Ready? I'm going to be honest with you. Most organisations I speak to don’t have this on their radar. They’re thinking April 2027 is still a while away. They've got a policy. Maybe they did a webinar last year... READ ARTICLE Mindset 10 Tips for Dealing with Brain Fog at Work For decades, menopause has been largely ignored or treated as a private matter. A stage of life hidden behind closed doors, spoken about in whispers, if at all. Yet it’s something that will affect half... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness From Taboo to Training – Helping Workplaces to Have Better Conversations About Menopause For decades, menopause has been largely ignored or treated as a private matter. A stage of life hidden behind closed doors, spoken about in whispers, if at all. Yet it’s something that will affect half... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness It’s Not You, It’s Perimenopause Tasha enjoyed her job and felt fulfilled in her career. She knew she was good at it, her colleagues would tell her that, the feedback was positive, and she felt confident and capable within it. 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Amy Yee Chong is a Transformational Mentor & Author, who struggled with Self Identity and lack of direction. It's through integrating innovative systems of Human Design & Gene Keys that she experienced massive transformation. Breaking free from the inner blockages and challenges that prevented her from feeling confident to show up as her true authentic self. Evolve and Elevate is where she provides resources and mentorship support to Women experiencing the same struggles. Her mission is to shake up the way Women in their late 30's & above perceive themselves & recognise their unique potential. Life becomes simple when women feel free to embody and embrace their Authentic truth to naturally self express. Amy Yee Chong Executive Contributor Transformational Mentor to Talent & Potential Guide 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? Amy Yee Chong Transformational Mentor to Talent & Potential Guide Amy Yee Chong is a Transformational Mentor & Author, who struggled with Self Identity and lack of direction. It's through integrating innovative systems of Human Design & Gene Keys that she experienced massive transformation. Breaking free from the inner blockages and challenges that prevented her from feeling confident to show up as her true authentic self. Evolve and Elevate is where she provides resources and mentorship support to Women experiencing the same struggles. Her mission is to shake up the way Women in their late 30's & above perceive themselves & recognise their unique potential. Life becomes simple when women feel free to embody and embrace their Authentic truth to naturally self express. All articles Career 3 Unconventional Key Strategies To Combat Work Burnout Work burnout. We've all heard the term ‘Burnout’, but what exactly is it? It's that feeling of being completely drained—mentally... READ ARTICLE Leadership Unveiling Future-Oriented Authentic Leadership Discover your innate Leadership Qualities through Self-Discovery of how you're naturally built to Lead with the insights provided in... READ ARTICLE Mindset 5 Key Initiatives For Direction And Clarity In Your Work Do you Daydream about one day realising your passion project or business vision to be the Creative Contribution that will lead... READ ARTICLE Mindset 5 Key Insights To Transform Mediocre To Motivating Women in their late 30s and beyond, usually reach a stage where they have gained maturity READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Empowers Women To Discover Their Unique Authentic Selves – Exclusive Interview With Amy Yee Chong Amy is the Founder of An innovative revolutionary solution to support Impact-Driven Influential Individuals who are ready to utilis... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Amy Yee Chong Transformational Mentor to Talent & Potential Guide 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 Amy Yee Chong Transformational Mentor to Talent & Potential Guide 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?

Ben Warnes is a Transformational Leadership and Life Coach. He employs his signature LMA Coaching Framework with his clients to help them understand where they are and partners with them on their journey to where they want to be. He has an MBA in Leadership and Management and is a certified ICF and EMCC Transformational Coach. An advocate of Flow, Mindfulness and Positive Psychology he is dedicated to helping others find their Meaningfulness. He is the founder of the Listening Mindset Action (LMA) Framework, developing it to coach remarkable people to achieve incredible goals. He believes no goal is too small and no dream is too big. Having started his first business at the age of 14, he has worked for blue chip companies and started multiple successful businesses in London and New York. He still runs Westongate a successful high-end property development company in Surrey England. Ben knows from experience the path to success is littered with obstacles and believes the obstacle often is the way. He is currently working “Find your meaningfulness,” a framework for maximising potential life satisfaction and fulfilment. Ben Warnes Executive Contributor Transformational 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? Ben Warnes Transformational Coach Ben Warnes is a Transformational Leadership and Life Coach. He employs his signature LMA Coaching Framework with his clients to help them understand where they are and partners with them on their journey to where they want to be. He has an MBA in Leadership and Management and is a certified ICF and EMCC Transformational Coach. An advocate of Flow, Mindfulness and Positive Psychology he is dedicated to helping others find their Meaningfulness. He is the founder of the Listening Mindset Action (LMA) Framework, developing it to coach remarkable people to achieve incredible goals. He believes no goal is too small and no dream is too big. Having started his first business at the age of 14, he has worked for blue chip companies and started multiple successful businesses in London and New York. He still runs Westongate a successful high-end property development company in Surrey England. Ben knows from experience the path to success is littered with obstacles and believes the obstacle often is the way. He is currently working “Find your meaningfulness,” a framework for maximising potential life satisfaction and fulfilment. All articles Mindset Asking The Right Questions Did you know that asking the right questions can unlock career opportunities you didn't even know existed? READ ARTICLE Leadership The Importance Of Developing A Personal Leadership Philosophy Having a personal leadership philosophy is essential, not only because it can help you lead more effectively READ ARTICLE Mindset 5 Ways To Grow Your Mindset How to grow your mindset and reach your peak state?Feel like you’ve hit a plateau where you’re stuck in a never-ending cycle of negativity? READ ARTICLE Mindset Five Ways To Create Your Personal Philosophy Everyone from businesses and organisations to leaders and individuals has their North Star, their belief system personal philosophy READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Ben Warnes Transformational 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 Ben Warnes Transformational 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?

Marieke Rutten, a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience, resides and works in both the Netherlands and Belgium. She specializes in coaching parents and professionals in "New Authority" and "Nonviolent Resistance," excelling in conflict dynamics. Marieke's journey began as a family advocate, honing her skills in parenting principles. She expanded her influence to train professionals in youth care. Her biography reflects unwavering dedication, continuous learning, and a commitment to positive change. Marieke Rutten is an inspiring figure in family dynamics, offering invaluable insights for trust and resilience. Marieke Rutten Executive Contributor Youth Care Trainer, Family Therapist, Mediator 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? Marieke Rutten Youth Care Trainer, Family Therapist, Mediator Marieke Rutten, a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience, resides and works in both the Netherlands and Belgium. She specializes in coaching parents and professionals in "New Authority" and "Nonviolent Resistance," excelling in conflict dynamics. Marieke's journey began as a family advocate, honing her skills in parenting principles. She expanded her influence to train professionals in youth care. Her biography reflects unwavering dedication, continuous learning, and a commitment to positive change. Marieke Rutten is an inspiring figure in family dynamics, offering invaluable insights for trust and resilience. All articles Leadership New Authority Unleashed – 5 Life-Changing Benefits Through Positive Communication In a world that is increasingly complex, with ever-evolving relationships, power dynamics, and societal norms READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Transforming Family Dynamics With 15+ Years Of Expertise – Exclusive Interview With Marieke Rutten Marieke Rutten, a seasoned professional with over 15 years of experience, resides and works in both the Netherlands and Belgium. READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Marieke Rutten Youth Care Trainer, Family Therapist, Mediator 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 Marieke Rutten Youth Care Trainer, Family Therapist, Mediator 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?