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Vol. 01 | Issue 04 | January 2024 www.worldsleaders.com A Trailblazer Leader in Elevating Business and Personal Growth PG. 32 Transforming Dreams into Reality by Designing Luxury Boutique Interiors, and Unique decorative products. W o r l d ’s R i s i n g H i g h WOMEN LEADERS to Watch in 2024 ALISON ANTROBUS
World’s Rising High Women Leaders to Watch in 2024 Inspiring Future Generations We have many well-known and inspirational business CEOs, but what really qualifies as an inspiring leader? To be an inspirational business leader, one must dedicate themselves to achieving a common goal that encourages and propels others to success. In the corporate world, gender-specific leadership no longer exists. It's clear that both sexes are putting in just as much effort to succeed in their specialized industries. featured on Oprah, and a Patented Handbag, which caught the eye of the fashion world and earned her appearances on CNBC's "The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch" and The TODAY SHOW along with a feature in the coveted fashion publication, “WWD” Woman's Wear Daily. Women have stronger voices than men when it comes to leadership. They are particularly progressing in the corporate sphere, where they are reorganizing work environments, streamlining procedures, and questioning accepted knowledge. We honor these company owners and work to tell their stories all across the world so that people can be motivated, educated, and encouraged to follow their own dreams. The torch of vision is passed on to the next generation by these role models. Alison's design philosophy and foundation can be attributed to her Caribbean roots and her distinctive academic background at The Rhode Island School of Design, where she obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Interior Architecture. Her innate talent as a Visual Artist, coupled with her training at RISD, allows her to approach Interior + Product Design from various perspectives such as that of a Painter, Sculptor, Fashion Designer, and Artist, resulting in a multi- layered narrative unique to each project. World's Leaders latest edition “World's Rising High Women Leaders to Watch in 2024” has curated a list of the women business leaders that have been successful in leading some of the top organizations working in industries as diverse as healthcare to consumer goods. Also, while you flip through the pages, don't forget to read the articles created by our in-house editorial staff and industry experts. The cover has Alison Antrobus has exceptional skills and sterling reputation in interior designing and has garnered worldwide recognition and fostered long-lasting relationships with her clientele over the past two decades. Beyond Interior Design, Alison's creativity also sparked the design of a unique watch band for PHILIP STEIN watches, Have a lovely read!
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08 Cover Story Alison Antrobus Alison Antrobus Transforming Dreams into Reality by Designing Luxury Boutique Interiors, and Unique decorative products. 08 | January 2024
18 Anita Modak-Truran Danielle Gronich & Kayleigh Christina 22 26 Haifa Addas Holly Hull 32 36 Jana M. Bader 40 Lana Larder Maria Militsopoulou 44 50 Nadia Di Donato 54 Traci Taylor-Roberts
COVER STORY Alison Antrobus Transforming Dreams into Reality by Designing Luxury Boutique Interiors, and Unique decorative products. worldsleaders.com | 09
“Working alongside a design legend like Philippe Starck was an opportunity of a lifetime.” ANTROBUS DESIGN COLLECTIVE. was established by Interior Designer, Alison Antrobus in 2002, serving as a platform to grow her Luxury Boutique Interior Design Studio, catering to a plethora of high-profile clients. With her exceptional skills and sterling reputation, she has garnered worldwide recognition and fostered long-lasting relationships with her clientele over the past two decades. Beyond Interior Design, Alison's creativity also sparked the design of a unique watch band for PHILIP STEIN watches, featured on Oprah, and a Patented Handbag, which caught the eye of the fashion world and earned her appearances on CNBC's "The Big Idea with Donny Deutsch" and The TODAY SHOW along with a feature in the coveted fashion publication, “WWD” Woman's Wear Daily. Alison's design philosophy and foundation can be attributed to her Caribbean roots and her distinctive academic background at The Rhode Island School of Design, where she obtained her Bachelor's Degree in 10 | January 2024
Interior Architecture. Her innate talent as a Visual Artist, coupled with her training at RISD, allows her to approach Interior + Product Design from various perspectives such as that of a Painter, Sculptor, Fashion Designer, and Artist, resulting in a multi-layered narrative unique to each project. Starck. "Working alongside a design legend like Philippe Starck was an opportunity of a lifetime," says Antrobus. "His influence on me will remain forever." Early on in Alison's career she also had the incredible honor to work as a liaison for Legendary Designers, Axel Vervoordt and the late David Hicks for projects in Miami which she refers to as her “Master's Degree in Design”. Throughout her career, Alison was invited to lead the Miami studio for YOO Ltd, a London-based Design Development firm led by John Hitchcox and design icon, Philippe worldsleaders.com | 11
Building a Culture Alison firmly believes that regardless of the type of team you lead, your personal values, character, and overall identity greatly influence the direction of your business. The foundation of ANTROBUS DESIGN COLLECTIVE's culture reflects Alison's diverse background and life experiences, including growing up in the Caribbean, having parents who broke barriers in medicine and equality, and her education both at The Rhode Island School of Design and her “apprenticeships” with Design Legends along the way. Most importantly, Alison maintains that it is her experiences of being a woman in business that continues to shape the culture of her studio. From Closet Office to Industry Leader After graduating from college, Alison realized that she had a strong desire to start her own business. After her first job at Perkins and Will, she finally got the chance to do so. She converted a closet in her apartment into a home office and the rest is history. From these humble beginnings, ANTROBUS DESIGN COLLECTIVE has flourished into a leader in the Design Industry, decorated with multiple Awards, Published works, and a long roster of A-list Clients from around the World. Creative Storytelling and Diverse Design ANTROBUS DESIGN COLLECTIVE specializes in delivering what they call "creative storytelling." One of the company's defining features is its diversity in design styles, which reflects their commitment to drawing inspiration from each client's unique perspective. According to Alison, the studio does not adhere to a specific design style, but rather focuses on a set of principles that prioritize active listening and translating each project through their creative lens, all while placing their clients' inspiration at the forefront. This approach has allowed the company to earn a reputation amongst a long list of A-listers and repeat clients who are seeking to create one-of-a-kind properties that exude warmth, character, and soul. worldsleaders.com | 13
Making A Difference Taking Risks and Innovating From a young age, Alison recognized the importance of how the design of our surroundings impacts our mood and overall well-being. This core concept is what drives the Team today. At ANTROBUS DESIGN COLLECTIVE, the Team is passionate about utilizing their creativity to improve people's lives, and create spaces for life to unfold. As a female leader in the industry, Alison strongly believes that women have the power to overcome any mental or physical barrier when they support each other. She emphasizes that women face unique challenges, and no one understands them better than themselves. Thus, by supporting and encouraging one another, women can help each other to unlock their full potential. Alison has taken numerous professional risks in her career, and she encourages her team to do the same in order to maintain innovation in their approach to design. However, the biggest risk she has taken is going out on her own to start ANTROBUS DESIGN COLLECTIVE. Looking to the future, the trajectory for the company is to become more immersed in product design. There is a strong feeling, and even speculation amongst those who know her, that Alison has not even begun to tap into her full creative potential and that she is just getting started. Alison's Advice for Emerging Leaders Alison's primary advice to emerging leaders is to believe in themselves and to remain authentic. From this she says, growth and nurturing can occur, not just for yourself but those around you as you lead by example. She also advises leading with vulnerability, as there is power in honesty and attracting sincere experiences and people. She warns that putting up a false pretense can lead to equally false experiences. Alison suggests to “grow slow and steady, ensuring that one foot is steady before taking the next step, but not overthinking the process as this can be paralyzing to growth. Surrounding oneself with like- minded peers who are also charting their path as leaders is crucial, as we need to lean on each other along the way.” Redefined Perceptions of Success As a working parent, Alison used to separate her daily routines into "work" and "home" categories, but she has since come to appreciate the “beautiful mess” that comes with the unavoidable collision of these two worlds. When asked to choose two favorite daily routines, she instantly said, “design collaboration meetings and picking up our kids from school.” Alison's perception of success has evolved over time. She used to view success as being solely based upon personal achievements and accolades. However, her definition has since shifted to encompass her role as a leader and how she can make positive impacts on those around her, including her family, peers, team, clients, and everyone she encounters. To her, true success means being able to inspire, uplift, and empower those in her orbit to achieve their full potential. Finally, Alison emphasizes the importance of Leaders encouraging constructive feedback from their team on their performance. Such feedback can provide valuable information to help Leaders become stronger and better, ultimately fostering a stronger and better team. 14 | January 2024
Danielle Gronich & Kayleigh Christina Revolutionizing Cosmetic Sector by Creating Products that Deliver Positive Change Without Sacrificing Health “A mentor can be someone you know or someone you want to emulate, who you learn from. Also to be learning from various outlets so your mind is always being expanded. It's also critical to understand your margins if you have physical products and to reinvest everything into marketing for the first 3+ years.” worldsleaders.com | 23
Addressing Major Skin Care Challenges CLEARSTEM offers unique formulas that address both aging and acne with low toxicity profiles, blending the categories of acne, anti-aging, and clean beauty into a single skincare line that works for over 90% of people. The MINDBODYSKIN supplement is a revolutionary product designed for hormonal acne and is a highly effective alternative to toxic pharmaceuticals, showing results in less than a week. Unlike other skincare brands, CLEARSTEM has connected with customers on a deeper level, especially those who have been failed by traditional treatments and are looking for lasting solutions instead of quick fixes. By listening to their customers, teaching them about the root causes of acne, and offering effective products, CLEARSTEM has revolutionized the skincare industry. 24 | January 2024
developing a stem cell serum to heal scars in her ethnic clients. She shared the lab samples with Kayleigh, and the serum proved to be highly effective, restoring Kayleigh's skin to perfection in just a few months. Inspired by this success, Danielle and Kayleigh joined forces to bring education and high-quality products to the stagnant acne industry, and CLEARSTEM was born. Danielle's role as CEO is to hire great people, to make sure my team is thriving and has the autonomy to do their best work, to innovate amazing formulas that help people, & to educate the masses through our customer value journey. The values are: being obsessed with wellness, being action- and solution- oriented, and being one with the customer at all times. This creates a strong north star that helps us resonate with our purpose and do our best work. persisted, and she continued to expand her knowledge of biology through research, biohacking, and reading scientific papers on topics that interested her. Danielle Gronich's first company is San Diego Acne Clinic, which she started after a decade of unsuccessful treatments for her own acne, including antibiotics, birth control pills, and multiple rounds of Accutane. When she was 28 and the last round of Accutane did not work, she realized that the only way to solve her problem was to become an acne specialist herself. After studying under some mentors, she founded the San Diego Acne Clinic, which fulfilled her dream of working in the medical profession. While treating her co-founder, Kayleigh Christina, as a patient, Danielle was worldsleaders.com | 25
Holly Hull A Trailblazer Leader in Elevating Business and Personal Growth A Trailblazer Leader in Elevating Business and Personal Growth 32 | January 2024
Holly Hull, the CEO at Corporate Peaks, takes a hands-on approach to developing and execu?ng training programs that cul?vate individual growth. Combining her exper?se in marke?ng with her experience in the tourism industry, Holly engaged with various local establishments within the French ski resort of Morzine. She organized small-scale events and offered consultancy services related to winter travel. As ?me passed, she came to the realiza?on that her deep industry knowledge and extensive network posi?oned her well to establish her own business. worldsleaders.com | 33
Holly's dedication to her professional journey embodies the spirit of adventure, vitality, and the unrelenting pursuit of excellence. growth. It diligently cultivates strong relationships with reliable partners across the globe, ensuring that it offers the finest experiences while also positively impacting local communities and infrastructure. Their approach is highly personalized, ensuring that the journey from the first greeting to the final farewell is filled with enjoyment and lasting memories. They meticulously match each representative and client to create optimal personality dynamics, which fosters clear communication and complete openness throughout every event and excursion. Every aspect of their service is tailored to perfection, made possible by the time they invest in truly understanding the clients and their requirements. This is the point where even the most ambitious aspirations are transformed into reality. Redefining Business Travel Experiences Today, Corporate Peaks proudly extends these advantages to clients worldwide. Its portfolio includes hosting events and corporate trips across the globe, from Ibiza to Morocco, Japan to Amsterdam. Regardless of the destination, clients benefit from an on-site host carefully chosen to mirror the company's vibrant energy, guaranteeing the utmost exceptional experience on every continent. Holly's journey began with her passion for snowboarding. She aimed to combine her drive, love for the outdoors, and desire to excel in a place she adored living in. Recognizing an opportunity, she identified a gap in the market for assisting corporate ski trips in France. Every winter season, numerous corporate trips flocked to Morzine, occupying hotels, restaurants, bars, and ski slopes. It became clear that these trips could be greatly enhanced through better organization. To create truly enchanting and memorable business events, a blend of passion and insider knowledge, which Holly as a long-term resident possessed, was essential. At the core of their philosophy lies authenticity, built upon three foundational principles: crafting memorable experiences, building lasting memories, and embarking on exciting adventures. Personalized Approach to Event Curation and Global Engagement Corporate Peaks specializes in curating experiences for businesses of all kinds. Their global reach encompasses fully hosted event services. They excel in arranging both quarterly and annual conferences, conceptualizing incentive trips for high-performing individuals, and simplifying the process of arranging meetings in exceptionally unique global locales. Fostering Excellence Holly believes in being truthful and thinking ahead. In their fast-paced job, they value having capable and quick- thinking team members who aren't afraid to speak up when there's a problem and work together to find This marked the inception of Corporate Peaks. The demand from clients seeking its comprehensive travel expertise and experience was instant, leading to the company's organic 34 | January 2024
solutions right away. People feel comfortable telling when they have too much work or a busy schedule. ensures that she is surrounded by individuals who possess a strong drive for success. The motto of Corporate Peaks, "Business Is Family," holds true for Holly. She seeks individuals who can match her high energy and enthusiasm—no small feat—ensuring a harmonious resonance within the team. In response, she goes above and beyond to ensure her team feels nurtured and supported. Upholding her commitments and honoring promises is of utmost importance to her. Her team is confident in their reliance on her. Since their work involves lots of travel and long hours, Holly makes sure to plan fun company trips and events to balance things out. At Corporate Peaks, they encourage a culture where everyone can share good ideas or raise concerns without hesitation. They choose team members based on what they're good at, and they make time for training sessions where everyone can learn from each other. Recently, they had a training week with successful business speakers who shared their knowledge. Holly expresses her gratitude, emphasizing that none of the hard work could have been accomplished without Benjamin, her right-hand man. From the very start, Benjamin recognized and believed in the vision, invested in it, and has been an essential driving force supporting Holly's enthusiastic ideas. Serving as the client services director, Benjamin's unwavering belief in the vision led to their partnership, which has been truly unique. His understanding and appreciation of family values, along with their mutual support during the challenges of the pandemic, have played a significant role in the success of their brand. Like Holly, Benjamin's authentic and personable approach has been crucial to their achievements. Balancing Act They also like to relax together. They have meetings while walking, do group workouts, and even take on tough challenges like a Spartan race. During winter, they ski and snowboard, and in the summer, they hike, swim, cycle, paddleboard, and have picnics. Holly cares about her team's well- being and lets them work a four-day week every week. presents unforeseen challenges, especially within the travel industry. Some queries demand immediate attention. In the past, the need to pause one project in favor of another might have been disconcerting, but now those instances are embraced. They serve to keep her sharp and fueled with enthusiasm. Adapting Creatively Corporate Peaks thinks in creative ways. Because of how people travel all around the world, unexpected things can happen, like flights being canceled, venues closing, people getting sick, or bad weather suddenly coming up. Holly believes her team can quickly change plans and make things better. They've all been doing this kind of work for a long time and are really smart at coming up with new ideas. Whenever they have to change things or solve a problem, they learn something new. The team works together and uses their knowledge to get better at being ready for anything that might happen. Following the Routine Each day, Holly begins her morning with a genuine excitement, prepared to take steps closer to her goals. She The truest satisfaction for Holly lies in witnessing her concepts materialize. Observing her team triumph, achieve sales, and revel in personal victories brings her an invaluable sense of fulfillment. Guidance for Emerging Leaders Holly's advice for those stepping into a leadership role for the first time is clear: Buckle up! She highlights the importance of giving oneself moments to pause and breathe, enabling the ability to remain steadfast in one's beliefs. She highlights the value of allocating time for ideas to settle, ensuring that decisions are rooted in accurate judgments from initial intuition. She adds, “Walking the line between staying level-headed and acting boldly can be tricky, but it's imperative to do both.” Holly, a working mother of two, navigates a constantly evolving notion of 'routine'. Juggling the responsibilities of motherhood with global travel and team support, she holds a daily run as her only indulgence, whenever a chance arises. The crisp mountain air and breathtaking vistas provide not only a surge of endorphins but also a precious opportunity to clear her mind. Dedicating specific days of the week to distinct aspects of the business, Holly's strategy aims to maintain her focus and shut out other diversions. Yet, even with the best of intentions, life often worldsleaders.com | 35
Maria Militsopoulou “With a life journey resembling a sci-fi movie she testifies, “Yes, there are natural-born leaders and they can sense it from the very beginning of their lives” 44 | January 2024
Reflecting upon her professional journey, Maria established a formidable presence in the tech industry as the founder and CEO/CVO of YouDream Consulting. This future-oriented company not only supports an international TECH HUB of specialized IT professionals but also collaborates with multinational tech enterprises, contributing significantly to the global technological landscape. Transitioning into the digital era, naturally, she took on the role of Ambassadress, with a dedicated mission to attract and unite more women towards technology. prominent institutions across Europe. Even though her initial career pursuit diverged, her exposure to mentoring in various business sectors became a defining moment leading her to discover her true calling, coaching and mentoring. Her path was carved from her deep understanding of human behavior, the innate inclination towards positivity, and her remarkable talent for connecting the dots, combined with an early fascination for Jungian Archetypes profiling, which served as the cornerstone of her leadership journey. Aligned with her brain cognitive functions as an ENTJ, she has demonstrated a lifelong inclination towards envisioning the future, driven by the goal of creating an innovative ecosystem for the greater good. Actively participating in future-directed teams, she has been instrumental in implementing innovative projects, showcasing her commitment to advancing technology. Beyond her tech endeavors, her passion for human behavior and positive change has been a guiding force throughout her career and personal journey. Rooted in positive psychology, she has concentrated her efforts on Inspirational Transformative Coaching, evolving into Transcendent Mentoring. Her involvement in organizations advocating for women empowerment and human-to-human support, especially in the realm of mental health, reflects her dedication to positive transcendence leadership. Throughout her career, she has taken on diverse roles, including serving as a Project Coordinator for major Telecommunication Organizations and other 46 | January 2024
Currently serving as the Cyprus Country Chair for the Humanity, Technology & Innovation Wing, under the umbrella of the Global Organization G100 mission million, she embraces a profound sense of duty. Her mission involves uniting women leaders across sectors and generations under the collective cause of women empowerment and the advancement of the women's economy through the SHEconomy project. Additionally, she is committed to fostering greater inclusion of women in the dynamic fields of technology and innovation, further solidifying her position as a leader and advocate for positive change, expanding to a wider range of human awareness. Navigating a challenging course to success women from the early years of school with access to a conscious career orientation. Maria's educational journey is as impressive as her professional one. The whole journey, far from linear, has been like putting puzzle pieces together, leading her to today's success. This orientation will be determined by both natural talents and conscious choices reflecting the kid's personality and simultaneously, preparing the parents through specialized mentoring on how to support their children's choices and inclinations. After finishing high school, a misguided influence from her family environment prompted her to pursue a degree in Tourism Business Management, a choice that eventually revealed itself to hold no personal interest for her in pursuing further advancement. Rather than accepting her fate, she embraced it and chose a distinctive road—one that would inspire and uplift others. Through her Business Administration degree, she embarked on her professional journey at a young age, working for prominent organizations. Starting essentially from Scratch, she evolved over the course of a decade, serving in pivotal areas of companies and had the chance to build a robust business network. This experience is one of the reasons that ignited her passion for creating an innovative ecosystem, providing both parents, students and especially underprivileged worldsleaders.com | 47
