Natalia Nicholson is a Serial Entrepreneur, Business and Digital Marketing Coach, and Professional Public Speaker. Natalia has over 20 years of experience working as a digital serial entrepreneur and has had plenty of her own failures as well as success stories. This has perfectly placed her to be able to offer insight and advice to other women aspiring to become digital entrepreneurs, together with those who have already launched their own businesses. Through her mastermind group Women in Digital Business, Natalia teaches them the best way to leverage the potential of digital marketing and helps them to learn the best ways of overcoming the challenges that they are facing when it comes to becoming a successful online businesswomen. Her passion for online business coaching and digital marketing has inspired her to bring inspiration to women from largely overlooked underrepresented groups. Natalia Nicholson Executive Contributor Business & Digital Marketing 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? Natalia Nicholson Business & Digital Marketing Coach Natalia Nicholson is a Serial Entrepreneur, Business and Digital Marketing Coach, and Professional Public Speaker. Natalia has over 20 years of experience working as a digital serial entrepreneur and has had plenty of her own failures as well as success stories. This has perfectly placed her to be able to offer insight and advice to other women aspiring to become digital entrepreneurs, together with those who have already launched their own businesses. Through her mastermind group Women in Digital Business, Natalia teaches them the best way to leverage the potential of digital marketing and helps them to learn the best ways of overcoming the challenges that they are facing when it comes to becoming a successful online businesswomen. Her passion for online business coaching and digital marketing has inspired her to bring inspiration to women from largely overlooked underrepresented groups. All articles Mindset Success Is An Opportunity To Challenge Perceptions And Create Understanding Written by: Natalia Nicholson, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Technology How To Create A Brand For An E-Commerce Business Written by: Natalia Nicholson, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Mindset Imposter Syndrome, Code-Switching And Women Succeeding In Business Written by: Natalia Nicholson, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Business How The Spice Girls Inspired A New Generation Of Women To become Business Owners Written by: Natalia Nicholson, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Meet Natalia Nicholson — An Entrepreneur, Corporate Diversity Instructor And Digital Marketing Coach Natalia Nicholson is a corporate diversity instructor and digital coach who guides companies on how to be more inclusive and support all... READ ARTICLE Business Why Corporate Responsibility is Important for Successful Companies Written by: Natalia Nicholson, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Natalia Nicholson Business & Digital Marketing 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 Natalia Nicholson Business & Digital Marketing 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?

Vanda started her career as a Sports Therapist nearly 2 decades ago after suffering from chronic back pain for 13 years after a horse riding accident. In and out of various healthcare professionals and doctors surgeries and on and off prescription medications, she made a full and complete recovery after being introduced to the world of Neuroplasticity and Modern Pain Science practices. She immediately set about learning more about the power of the brain and has continuously developed her knowledge with both musculoskeletal function and neuroplasticity.   In 2021 her world was turned upside down when she suffered from a Spontaneous Cerebral Spinal Fluid Leak, a rare condition in which a tear in the spinal membrane causes the protective fluid within the skull to leak and the brain to slump. This creates a number of severe and totally debilitating symptoms every time an upright position is assumed and at the start, Vanda was essentially bed bound and had to crawl around her home and eat her food off the floor, just to keep her head down and the fluid in her skull.   She lived with this condition for 2 years before having spinal surgery with metalwork screwed to her spinal column to resolve the issue. When the surgeon saw the size of the tear, the largest he had ever seen, he was stunned she was able to even sit up, let alone stand, walk, work and function relatively normally.   Vanda was able to achieve this 'medical miracle' by using the principles she now teaches others as part of her groundbreaking course, Magic Mind, Miracle Body and her experience with Chronic Pain as well as acute post surgical pain has ignited a deeply profound passion to help the millions of people whose lives are totally dictated by pain and the frustration, anxiety and depression that long term pain causes. Vanda Venta Executive Contributor Transformational Coach and Chronic Pain Specialist 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? Vanda Venta Transformational Coach and Chronic Pain Specialist Vanda started her career as a Sports Therapist nearly 2 decades ago after suffering from chronic back pain for 13 years after a horse riding accident. In and out of various healthcare professionals and doctors surgeries and on and off prescription medications, she made a full and complete recovery after being introduced to the world of Neuroplasticity and Modern Pain Science practices. She immediately set about learning more about the power of the brain and has continuously developed her knowledge with both musculoskeletal function and neuroplasticity. In 2021 her world was turned upside down when she suffered from a Spontaneous Cerebral Spinal Fluid Leak, a rare condition in which a tear in the spinal membrane causes the protective fluid within the skull to leak and the brain to slump. This creates a number of severe and totally debilitating symptoms every time an upright position is assumed and at the start, Vanda was essentially bed bound and had to crawl around her home and eat her food off the floor, just to keep her head down and the fluid in her skull. She lived with this condition for 2 years before having spinal surgery with metalwork screwed to her spinal column to resolve the issue. When the surgeon saw the size of the tear, the largest he had ever seen, he was stunned she was able to even sit up, let alone stand, walk, work and function relatively normally. Vanda was able to achieve this 'medical miracle' by using the principles she now teaches others as part of her groundbreaking course, Magic Mind, Miracle Body and her experience with Chronic Pain as well as acute post surgical pain has ignited a deeply profound passion to help the millions of people whose lives are totally dictated by pain and the frustration, anxiety and depression that long term pain causes. All articles Exclusive interviews From Chronic Pain To Transformational Coach – Exclusive Interview With Vanda Venta After suffering from Chronic Pain for 13 years, Vanda Venta embarked on a career in Sports Therapy, helping thousands of people over... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Vanda Venta Transformational Coach and Chronic Pain Specialist 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 Vanda Venta Transformational Coach and Chronic Pain Specialist 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?

Julia Felton (aka The Business Wrangler) is the founder of Business HorsePower, a leadership and team engagement company. She is passionate about disrupting the status quo and discovering new ways to run and lead businesses so they are fit for purpose in the 21st century. She believes that a model on how to reinvent business exists in nature and herds of horses that embrace the principles of connection, collaboration, and community to work effectively together. By aligning purpose with actions the team achieves exponential results because everyone starts pulling in the same direction and feels inspired to show up for work every day knowing they are making a difference in the world. Julia is a leading authority on Unbridled Leadership. The author of two books Unbridled Business: Unlocking Nature’s Wisdom To Reinvent Leadership & Unbridled Success: How The Secret Lives of Horses Can Impact Leadership, Teamwork & Communication. She is the host of IMPACTFUL: The Podcast and a C-Suite and CEO Mentor, consultant, trainer, and speaker. Julia Felton Executive Contributor Business Horse Power 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? Julia Felton Business Horse Power Julia Felton (aka The Business Wrangler) is the founder of Business HorsePower, a leadership and team engagement company. She is passionate about disrupting the status quo and discovering new ways to run and lead businesses so they are fit for purpose in the 21st century. She believes that a model on how to reinvent business exists in nature and herds of horses that embrace the principles of connection, collaboration, and community to work effectively together. By aligning purpose with actions the team achieves exponential results because everyone starts pulling in the same direction and feels inspired to show up for work every day knowing they are making a difference in the world. Julia is a leading authority on Unbridled Leadership. The author of two books Unbridled Business: Unlocking Nature’s Wisdom To Reinvent Leadership & Unbridled Success: How The Secret Lives of Horses Can Impact Leadership, Teamwork & Communication. She is the host of IMPACTFUL: The Podcast and a C-Suite and CEO Mentor, consultant, trainer, and speaker. All articles Leadership What Nature Can Teach Us About Building Better Business Teams As a passionate advocate for nature, I've always marvelled at the incredible lessons Mother Earth has to offer. READ ARTICLE Leadership The Power Of Team Emotional Intelligence In the fast-paced and ever-evolving landscape of today's business world, a company's success often hinges on the collective capabilities READ ARTICLE Leadership Five Myths About Teamwork And How To Mitigate Them Teamwork is paramount to the success of any business and leaders need to understand that without every team member pulling together READ ARTICLE Leadership Leaders – Now Is The Time To Adopt An Eco-System Mindset Increasingly leaders are beginning to understand the power that the environment plays in business READ ARTICLE Leadership The Impact Of Environment On Business Success Often the environment is a highly neglected part of business, yet it has an integral impact on business success. READ ARTICLE Leadership What We Can Learn About Collaboration From Nature Increasingly business leaders are realizing that if they are to thrive in today's volatile, uncertain, chaotic, and volatile (VUCA). READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Julia Felton Business Horse Power 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 Julia Felton Business Horse Power 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?

Meagan Schwarzrock 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? Meagan Schwarzrock Entrepreneur All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Meagan Schwarzrock 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 Meagan Schwarzrock 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?

Ashley Isaacs 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? Ashley Isaacs Entrepreneur All articles LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Ashley Isaacs 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 Ashley Isaacs 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?

Dr. Shahrzad Jalali is a clinical psychologist, executive coach, author, and founder of Dr. Jalali & Associates, a trauma-informed psychotherapy practice, and Align Remedy, a platform for integrative healing, coaching, and education. With over a decade of clinical experience, she blends depth psychology, nervous system science, and soulful insight to help individuals access lasting emotional and psychological transformation. Her work is rooted in the understanding that both the body and psyche hold deep wisdom—and that healing begins when we learn to listen. Rather than pathologizing symptoms like anxiety, overwhelm, shutdown, or chronic dysregulation, she teaches clients to approach these experiences as signals from an intelligent system. By decoding internal patterns—such as stress responses, attachment styles, and emotional defenses—Dr. Jalali helps clients understand what their symptoms are trying to communicate. From this place of curiosity and compassion, they learn to regulate from within, re-author their inner narrative, and return to a life that feels aligned and whole. She is the author of The Fire That Makes Us, a book about turning trauma into strength and reclaiming your story with clarity and courage. Her signature course, Regulate to Rise, offers a somatic and psychological framework for healing emotional dysregulation, building nervous system resilience, and fostering grounded self-leadership. Dr. Jalali works with high-performing yet emotionally exhausted individuals who are ready to shift from survival to inner stability and expansion. As a speaker and educator, she teaches on trauma-informed leadership, identity, boundaries, and the wisdom of the body. Her mission is to help people read their systems, relearn their rhythm, and rise—more integrated, more resilient, and more rooted in who they truly are. Shahrzad Jalali, PsyD Executive Contributor Psychologist, Author, Founder & Executive 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? Shahrzad Jalali, PsyD Psychologist, Author, Founder & Executive Coach Dr. Shahrzad Jalali is a clinical psychologist, executive coach, author, and founder of Dr. Jalali & Associates, a trauma-informed psychotherapy practice, and Align Remedy, a platform for integrative healing, coaching, and education. With over a decade of clinical experience, she blends depth psychology, nervous system science, and soulful insight to help individuals access lasting emotional and psychological transformation. Her work is rooted in the understanding that both the body and psyche hold deep wisdom—and that healing begins when we learn to listen. Rather than pathologizing symptoms like anxiety, overwhelm, shutdown, or chronic dysregulation, she teaches clients to approach these experiences as signals from an intelligent system. By decoding internal patterns—such as stress responses, attachment styles, and emotional defenses—Dr. Jalali helps clients understand what their symptoms are trying to communicate. From this place of curiosity and compassion, they learn to regulate from within, re-author their inner narrative, and return to a life that feels aligned and whole. She is the author of The Fire That Makes Us, a book about turning trauma into strength and reclaiming your story with clarity and courage. Her signature course, Regulate to Rise, offers a somatic and psychological framework for healing emotional dysregulation, building nervous system resilience, and fostering grounded self-leadership. Dr. Jalali works with high-performing yet emotionally exhausted individuals who are ready to shift from survival to inner stability and expansion. As a speaker and educator, she teaches on trauma-informed leadership, identity, boundaries, and the wisdom of the body. Her mission is to help people read their systems, relearn their rhythm, and rise—more integrated, more resilient, and more rooted in who they truly are. All articles Health & Wellness Why Emotional Flashbacks Make You Feel Like the Past is Happening All Over Again There are moments that seem to come out of nowhere. You receive a short text from someone you love, and suddenly your chest tightens. Your supervisor asks to speak with you privately, and your stomach... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Why Healthy Boundaries Make You Feel Guilty and What Your Brain is Really Trying to Protect We are constantly encouraged to set healthier boundaries, communicate our needs, and stop overextending ourselves. Yet for many people, the first experience of setting a healthy boundary is not relief... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Why Doomscrolling Quietly Disconnects Us From Ourselves Not long ago, a patient sat across from me and described a feeling she could barely put into words. She was not describing a panic attack, a depressive episode, or even a specific crisis. What she... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Why You Feel Empty Even When Your Life Looks Full A person can have a full calendar, meaningful responsibilities, loving relationships, professional accomplishments, and a life that appears stable from the outside, yet still feel strangely absent from... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness Why Being the Strong One Can Leave You Emotionally Drained She looks capable, calm, and dependable from the outside. But many women who seem the strongest are privately carrying exhaustion, pressure, and emotional strain that no one sees. Here is why that happens... READ ARTICLE Health & Wellness What Anxiety Really Means and How to Stop Letting It Run Your Life There is a particular kind of exhaustion that comes from anxiety. It is not just being stressed; it is being on guard all the time. It is feeling your body tense before your mind even knows why. It... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Shahrzad Jalali, PsyD Psychologist, Author, Founder & Executive 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 Shahrzad Jalali, PsyD Psychologist, Author, Founder & Executive 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?

Katherine Vilnrotter, of The Love Cure, is a mental and emotional wellness practitioner, entrepreneur, and author. After surviving a life shattering sexual assault while serving in the Peace Corps, Katherine spent the next 11 years healing her brain, body and energy system. When the mental health system in the US was convinced that she would always have PTSD, she wasn’t. Suffering through almost 5 years of full-blown PTSD, searching for answers and learning about what she was experiencing, she finally found the Human Givens approach. After 1 Human Givens rewind session, she could feel something shift in her brain and over the following months, she witnessed her world expand in ways she never thought possible. Now a Human Givens practitioner herself (and fully PTSD free and thriving), Katherine continues to further her healing in new and deeper ways, exploring and discovering new healing tools. Katherine is passionate about sharing the healing tools that helped her heal herself and guide her clients through their own healing journey. Her two main practices are the Human Givens approach and energy harmonizing (a modality she developed using energetic and vibrational tools such as BioGeometry, sound, meditation and brain/body connection). Through Katherine’s continued education and self-healing, she is uniquely equipped to meet clients where they are, and guide them through their own healing. Katherine Vilnrotter Executive Contributor Wellness Practitioner, Entrepreneur, and Author Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Katherine Vilnrotter Wellness Practitioner, Entrepreneur, and Author Katherine Vilnrotter, of The Love Cure, is a mental and emotional wellness practitioner, entrepreneur, and author. After surviving a life shattering sexual assault while serving in the Peace Corps, Katherine spent the next 11 years healing her brain, body and energy system. When the mental health system in the US was convinced that she would always have PTSD, she wasn’t. Suffering through almost 5 years of full-blown PTSD, searching for answers and learning about what she was experiencing, she finally found the Human Givens approach. After 1 Human Givens rewind session, she could feel something shift in her brain and over the following months, she witnessed her world expand in ways she never thought possible. Now a Human Givens practitioner herself (and fully PTSD free and thriving), Katherine continues to further her healing in new and deeper ways, exploring and discovering new healing tools. Katherine is passionate about sharing the healing tools that helped her heal herself and guide her clients through their own healing journey. Her two main practices are the Human Givens approach and energy harmonizing (a modality she developed using energetic and vibrational tools such as BioGeometry, sound, meditation and brain/body connection). Through Katherine’s continued education and self-healing, she is uniquely equipped to meet clients where they are, and guide them through their own healing. All articles Mindset Sunburst ‒ A Continuous Journey Of Trust, Growth And Expression So you’ve done lots of healing. You’ve worked with your trauma, and you’ve neutralized negative emotional patterns. READ ARTICLE Leadership We Dawn Together This article is for anyone who is on a journey of healing, anyone who has ever tried to understand themselves and their circumstances more. READ ARTICLE Leadership For All The Women Written by: Katherine Vilnrotter, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to... READ ARTICLE Mindset Fear Explored ‒ A Psycho-Vibrational Exploration Of Fear And When It Can Be Useful! Written by: Katherine Vilnrotter, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to... READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews Exclusive Interview With Katherine Vilnrotter – Wellness Practitioner, Entrepreneur, And Author Katherine Vilnrotter, of The Love Cure, is a mental and emotional wellness practitioner, entrepreneur, and author. After surviving a... READ ARTICLE Mindset Triggers Explored – A Psycho-Vibrational Exploration Of Triggers And Why You’re Not Crazy! Written by: Katherine Vilnrotter, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Katherine Vilnrotter Wellness Practitioner, Entrepreneur, and Author The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Katherine Vilnrotter Wellness Practitioner, Entrepreneur, and Author Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. 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Maureen Adams is an Executive Career Coach based in the UK. She works with ambitious senior professionals and leaders, facing complex challenges, to have impact at personal and organisational level. As an experienced director herself, she has walked the path and helps others not only realise their potential through growth and change but to find their zest and redesign their lives. Maureen is Founder of Cumulus Coaching UK. Maureen Adams Executive Contributor Executive Career Coach Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Maureen Adams Executive Career Coach Maureen Adams is an Executive Career Coach based in the UK. She works with ambitious senior professionals and leaders, facing complex challenges, to have impact at personal and organisational level. As an experienced director herself, she has walked the path and helps others not only realise their potential through growth and change but to find their zest and redesign their lives. Maureen is Founder of Cumulus Coaching UK. All articles Leadership 3 Ways For Leaders To Mobilize Insight And Self-Awareness Success in business is often judged on action and results rather than insight. READ ARTICLE Business 5 Ways To Deal With Executive Stress As an executive or senior leader, it can be tempting to believe that stress comes with the role and is something we need to learn to live READ ARTICLE Mindset 5 Ways To Settle For More With Transformative Goals What do people look for in a happy and fulfilled life? Good friends, a supportive family, a fulfilling career, and time to enjoy READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Maureen Adams Executive Career Coach The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Maureen Adams Executive Career Coach Brainz 500 Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition of their entrepreneurial success, achievements, and dedication to helping others. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Fredrik Elfqvist Selection Committee Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY?

Sharina Perry is a serial entrepreneur and the Founder/Inventor of Utopia Plastix, a plant-based alternative to petroleum-based plastics. Sharina is also the creator and developer of The Utopia Model, a sustainable eco-system business model. She is viewed broadly as an innovator, strategist and out-of-the-box thinker. She is often recognized for her keen ability to encourage constructive thought and intentional leadership. Sharina Perry Executive Contributor Serial 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? Sharina Perry Serial Entrepreneur Sharina Perry is a serial entrepreneur and the Founder/Inventor of Utopia Plastix, a plant-based alternative to petroleum-based plastics. Sharina is also the creator and developer of The Utopia Model, a sustainable eco-system business model. She is viewed broadly as an innovator, strategist and out-of-the-box thinker. She is often recognized for her keen ability to encourage constructive thought and intentional leadership. All articles Mindset How Donuts Sparked A Conversation About Overconsumption One morning I decided to take donuts to the office. The goal, purchase half a dozen donuts. READ ARTICLE Exclusive interviews A Woman Viewed Broadly As An Innovator, And Out-Of-The-Box Thinker ‒ Interview With Sharina Perry Sharina Perry is a serial entrepreneur and the Founder/Inventor of Utopia Plastix, a plant-based alternative to petroleum-based plastics READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Sharina Perry Serial 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 Sharina Perry Serial 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?

CEO/Founder & DEI Specialist – Kreativ Culture Strategies Kathleen Johnson (she/her/hers) is the author of the book Thinking Outside the Boardroom: Creative Solutions in DEI and Anti-racism, CEO of Kreativ Culture Strategies, a coach, speaker, podcaster, and healthcare executive. She is based on the west coast of Canada in beautiful British Columbia on the traditional indigenous territory of the Coast Salish peoples. In her work, she provides diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism training to organizations based on creative critical thinking, conversation skills building, and emotional intelligence that is grounded in history, human rights, and anthropology. She earned a BA in Sociology and Cultural Anthropology in 1998 from Carleton University, a certificate in DEI from Cornell University, international human resources certification in Diversity Inclusion Service Management (DISM ISO 30415:2021), and coaching certificates from Certified Coaches Federation and Values Inspired Coaching. Kathleen has also earned a paralegal diploma from Canadian Business College, and Makeup Art diploma from CMU College of Makeup Art and Design in Toronto. A former long-time resident of Toronto, born and raised in Calgary, Kathleen now resides in Vancouver, British Columbia. In 2021 she ran for federal office in her hometown, but moved to Victoria, British Columbia in 2022, to take on the role of Ministerial Advisor in the Ministry of Education and Child Care in the BC Legislature. That same year she transitioned to Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), where she is a Senior Advisor of DEI. Within her capacity at the health authority she is an education lead, creating and facilitating courses, and advises on a broad range of work throughout the organization of almost 30,000 staff, and leads on accessibility work, liaising with partners in government to have a positive impact on the care of a diverse patient population. She has spoken to groups of all sizes across the country about women’s empowerment, politics, humanism, mental health, disability, building community, compassionate leadership, and other issues as addressed in her articles and books. In addition, Kathleen has spoken at some of Canada’s top post-secondary institutions such as Emily Carr University of Art and Design, and University of British Columbia. Companies such as Bank of America, national non-profits, federal, and provincial institutions have sought her ability to broach difficult topics with calm, compassion, wit, and directness while advising on change management and authentic engagement for long-term growth, resiliency, and stability. In 2024, she started as a course creator and sessional instructor for Simon Fraser University’s Equity in Healthcare Certificate program, a first-of-its-kind in Canada, and earned the distinction of being one of 4 Black women from BC to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch in 2025 As an executive coach Kathleen has worked with leaders at PHSA, and in other major health authorities in Ontario. She has worked with leaders in public federal institutions, and leadership for cities and towns across the country. Most recently she signed on to be a coach for the Region of Waterloo and accepted a position as BC member of the African Caribbean and Black (ACB) advisory board of Canadian Blood Services. In addition, she coaches creative professionals on mindset and their creative process. Creativity is an essential way Kathleen approaches everything she does. A background as a makeup artist working in film, television, fashion, and weddings, she has served as key artist for Toronto Men’s Fashion Week and African Fashion week, worked on TV shows such as Beauty and the Beast, Suits, Umbrella Academy, major feature films such as the first Suicide Squad, on celebrities such as Ben Affleck, and had her wedding work shown in major Canadian news publications like the Calgary Herald. Kathleen is also an amateur comedian, sharing the stage with some of Canada’s top talent, led a hip hop/funk fusion band in her youth, and recited original poetry in some of her hometown’s most prestigious venues like the Glenbow Museum. In her work with teams, she uses techniques such as improv to help people process what they are learning and break down barriers. As host of The Kreactivators Podcast, she talks to professionals from the arts, business world, and academia while offering her own insights on how creativity factors into solving human issues. Love for her family is what motivates Kathleen the most having raised 5 children with disabilities, including autism, ADHD, and schizophrenia, while self-identifying as neurodivergent. 3 of her children are also in the LGBTQIA+ community. She pays homage to her parents from Grenada, W.I. in the Caribbean in everything she does. They settled in Canada in the late 1960s and were avid community builders who set an example of hard work and perseverance. Kathleen Johnson Executive Contributor Coach/Consultant/Educator 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? Kathleen Johnson Coach/Consultant/Educator CEO/Founder & DEI Specialist – Kreativ Culture Strategies Kathleen Johnson (she/her/hers) is the author of the book Thinking Outside the Boardroom: Creative Solutions in DEI and Anti-racism, CEO of Kreativ Culture Strategies, a coach, speaker, podcaster, and healthcare executive. She is based on the west coast of Canada in beautiful British Columbia on the traditional indigenous territory of the Coast Salish peoples. In her work, she provides diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism training to organizations based on creative critical thinking, conversation skills building, and emotional intelligence that is grounded in history, human rights, and anthropology. She earned a BA in Sociology and Cultural Anthropology in 1998 from Carleton University, a certificate in DEI from Cornell University, international human resources certification in Diversity Inclusion Service Management (DISM ISO 30415:2021), and coaching certificates from Certified Coaches Federation and Values Inspired Coaching. Kathleen has also earned a paralegal diploma from Canadian Business College, and Makeup Art diploma from CMU College of Makeup Art and Design in Toronto. A former long-time resident of Toronto, born and raised in Calgary, Kathleen now resides in Vancouver, British Columbia. In 2021 she ran for federal office in her hometown, but moved to Victoria, British Columbia in 2022, to take on the role of Ministerial Advisor in the Ministry of Education and Child Care in the BC Legislature. That same year she transitioned to Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), where she is a Senior Advisor of DEI. Within her capacity at the health authority she is an education lead, creating and facilitating courses, and advises on a broad range of work throughout the organization of almost 30,000 staff, and leads on accessibility work, liaising with partners in government to have a positive impact on the care of a diverse patient population. She has spoken to groups of all sizes across the country about women’s empowerment, politics, humanism, mental health, disability, building community, compassionate leadership, and other issues as addressed in her articles and books. In addition, Kathleen has spoken at some of Canada’s top post-secondary institutions such as Emily Carr University of Art and Design, and University of British Columbia. Companies such as Bank of America, national non-profits, federal, and provincial institutions have sought her ability to broach difficult topics with calm, compassion, wit, and directness while advising on change management and authentic engagement for long-term growth, resiliency, and stability. In 2024, she started as a course creator and sessional instructor for Simon Fraser University’s Equity in Healthcare Certificate program, a first-of-its-kind in Canada, and earned the distinction of being one of 4 Black women from BC to be recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Black Women to Watch in 2025 As an executive coach Kathleen has worked with leaders at PHSA, and in other major health authorities in Ontario. She has worked with leaders in public federal institutions, and leadership for cities and towns across the country. Most recently she signed on to be a coach for the Region of Waterloo and accepted a position as BC member of the African Caribbean and Black (ACB) advisory board of Canadian Blood Services. In addition, she coaches creative professionals on mindset and their creative process. Creativity is an essential way Kathleen approaches everything she does. A background as a makeup artist working in film, television, fashion, and weddings, she has served as key artist for Toronto Men’s Fashion Week and African Fashion week, worked on TV shows such as Beauty and the Beast, Suits, Umbrella Academy, major feature films such as the first Suicide Squad, on celebrities such as Ben Affleck, and had her wedding work shown in major Canadian news publications like the Calgary Herald. Kathleen is also an amateur comedian, sharing the stage with some of Canada’s top talent, led a hip hop/funk fusion band in her youth, and recited original poetry in some of her hometown’s most prestigious venues like the Glenbow Museum. In her work with teams, she uses techniques such as improv to help people process what they are learning and break down barriers. As host of The Kreactivators Podcast, she talks to professionals from the arts, business world, and academia while offering her own insights on how creativity factors into solving human issues. Love for her family is what motivates Kathleen the most having raised 5 children with disabilities, including autism, ADHD, and schizophrenia, while self-identifying as neurodivergent. 3 of her children are also in the LGBTQIA+ community. She pays homage to her parents from Grenada, W.I. in the Caribbean in everything she does. 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Eula Clarke is a collaborative women in Leadership expert, award-winning financial services professional and detail-oriented trusted board advisor commanding over two decades of experience gained building teams, enhancing performance and driving diversity and inclusion initiatives within highly regulated spheres. Committed to enabling women to grow and develop, both personally and professionally, spearheading customer service programmes, leadership development projects and providing astute, insightful advice. Invested in shattering the glass ceiling through consulting , training, mentoring, coaching and the delivery of keynotes speaking engagement, Above all, recognised as determined, courageous and driven to transform individuals and organisations from the inside out. Eula Clarke Executive Contributor Chief Executive Officer 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? Eula Clarke Chief Executive Officer Eula Clarke is a collaborative women in Leadership expert, award-winning financial services professional and detail-oriented trusted board advisor commanding over two decades of experience gained building teams, enhancing performance and driving diversity and inclusion initiatives within highly regulated spheres. Committed to enabling women to grow and develop, both personally and professionally, spearheading customer service programmes, leadership development projects and providing astute, insightful advice. Invested in shattering the glass ceiling through consulting , training, mentoring, coaching and the delivery of keynotes speaking engagement, Above all, recognised as determined, courageous and driven to transform individuals and organisations from the inside out. All articles Business Business Tips For Entrepreneurs & Business Owners Written by: Eula Clarke, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Eula Clarke Chief Executive Officer 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 Eula Clarke Chief Executive Officer 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?

I am an Aboriginal man of the Anaiwan nation of Australia. I took up martial arts from the age of 9, which quickly became a passion. Being in Regional Australia, it was difficult to continue martial training with instructors long term. I started weght training from 12 years of age at my local high school, and was able to integrate martial and weight training with Goji Kai from the age of 16. Since then, I moved several times, experienced other systems, and trained under several high-ranking martial artists both locally and internationally. I have also comperted in tournament at the Australian and Australasian levels. I have spent years working on my body and mind, and in 2024 earned my Black Belt in the Ken Sei Shoto Ryu style, based in Port Macquarie NSW. I have learned much with academic recognition, yet remain a perpetual student through dedicated self-directed learning. My focus is on applying academic principles through martial training, in ways that students can easily understand and apply for themselves...and make it fun along the way! Some of my qualifications and achievements are: 2010 - Bachelor of Arts (Chinese) 2011 - Diploma of Management 2012 - Master of Arts (Chinese) 2013 - (Master of Teaching (Secondary)   Noted tournament achievements: 2005 - Gold: Intermediate point sparring, GKR Australaisian tournament 2025 - Gold - Advanced Veterans point sparring, AMAC regional tournament 2025 - Silver - Advanced point sparring, AMAC regional tournament 2025 - Silver - Advanced Veterans kata, AMAC regional tournament   Anthony Rummery Executive Contributor Instructor Executive Contributors at Brainz Magazine are handpicked and invited to contribute because of their knowledge and valuable insight within their area of expertise. DO I QUALIFY? Anthony Rummery Instructor I am an Aboriginal man of the Anaiwan nation of Australia. I took up martial arts from the age of 9, which quickly became a passion. Being in Regional Australia, it was difficult to continue martial training with instructors long term. I started weght training from 12 years of age at my local high school, and was able to integrate martial and weight training with Goji Kai from the age of 16. Since then, I moved several times, experienced other systems, and trained under several high-ranking martial artists both locally and internationally. I have also comperted in tournament at the Australian and Australasian levels. I have spent years working on my body and mind, and in 2024 earned my Black Belt in the Ken Sei Shoto Ryu style, based in Port Macquarie NSW. I have learned much with academic recognition, yet remain a perpetual student through dedicated self-directed learning. My focus is on applying academic principles through martial training, in ways that students can easily understand and apply for themselves...and make it fun along the way! Some of my qualifications and achievements are: 2010 - Bachelor of Arts (Chinese) 2011 - Diploma of Management 2012 - Master of Arts (Chinese) 2013 - (Master of Teaching (Secondary) Noted tournament achievements: 2005 - Gold: Intermediate point sparring, GKR Australaisian tournament 2025 - Gold - Advanced Veterans point sparring, AMAC regional tournament 2025 - Silver - Advanced point sparring, AMAC regional tournament 2025 - Silver - Advanced Veterans kata, AMAC regional tournament All articles Mindset Reviving the Childlike Mindset as an Adult Through Practical Philosophy You see them in offices around the world. You see them in your social media posts. On websites. On merchandise. They are everywhere. They became such a part of the professional culture that memes... READ ARTICLE LOAD MORE CREA Global Awards presented to Anthony Rummery Instructor The CREA Global Awards is proudly presented to the honoree by the Brainz Magazine Selection Committee, in recognition for their creative and innovative ideas, adaptability in business, or for their contributions to sustainability and mental health projects. Caroline Winkvist Editor-In-Chief Daniel Ålund Selection Committee Brainz 500 Global Awards presented to Anthony Rummery Instructor 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?