World’s Most Influential Leaders Inspiring the Tech World, 2023

1. Vol. 09 | Issue 12 | September 2023 www.worldsleaders.com World’s Most Influential LEADERS Inspiring the Tech World, 2023 Helping and Connecting with People to Grow their Mind-sets and Skills and Find the Best Version of Themselves PG. 36 The Leading Lady of the Aviation Industry PG. 40 Honorio J. Padrón Padrón A Business Visionary with Diverse Expertise and Leadership Across Industries

4. World's Most Inuential Leaders Inspiring the Tech World, 2023 Aligning Technology with Vision Like societies, businesses to thrive and fall with the times. Similar to how some politicians remain in power for decades while others lose it over a short period of time. For exceptional leaders, however, the road to success is seldom smooth, and they are not endowed with a silver spoon and a huge economic legacy. Business leaders' sheer tenacity and enthusiasm provide doors to bigger projects and better prospects. With a diverse portfolio, Mr. Padrón's career encompasses engagements with both Fortune 500 companies, Government, and smaller enterprises. His influence extends to sectors including retail, hospitality, consumer products, aerospace, utilities, technology, life sciences, chemical, public sector, telecommunications, agriculture, and manufacturing. A strong corporate leader has several qualities, including the capacity to inspire people and the ability to articulate a compelling vision that others can get behind. Excellent leadership is the only way to create long-term success. We aim to focus some of the best technologists, inventors, and important business executives holding leadership roles in the tech sector in order to acknowledge and reward visionary tech professionals who are advancing technology. With their remarkable leadership within this rapidly expanding business, these extraordinary executives established a standard for subsequent generations. A proactive contributor, he regularly shares his insights through published research on topics such as Shared Services, Globalization, G&A optimization, Enterprise Service Delivery Models, and the dynamic world of Information Technology. His accomplished journey and dedication to sharing knowledge marks him as a respected authority across a wide range of industries and disciplines. World’s Leaders in its latest edition “World's Most Influential Leaders Inspiring the Tech World, 2023” sheds some light on visionary tech leaders who are showcasing importance and role of tech leadership in economic development and society. While we come to the end, please do not forget to read the CXO standpoints written by industry experts and the informative articles penned down by our in-house editorial team. The cover features Mr. Honorio Padrón who is CIO/CTO and CEO as well as has fruitful 15-year consultancy career. He has strong knowledge in areas such as Shared Services, Operations Management, Business Transformation, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability, and Outsourcing/In-sourcing. Have a lovely read!

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6. 08 Cover Story Honorio J. Padrón Padrón A Business Visionary with Diverse Expertise and Leadership Across Industries

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10. With over four decades of expertise as a Global Senior Executive, Mr. Honorio Padrón has included diverse responsibilities such as CIO/CTO and CEO, as well as a fruitful 15-year consultancy career. He has strong knowledge in areas such as Shared Services, Operations Management, Business Transformation, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Sustainability, and Outsourcing/In-sourcing. Services, Globalization, G&A optimization, Enterprise Service Delivery Models, and the dynamic world of Information Technology. His accomplished journey and dedication to sharing knowledge marks him as a respected authority across a wide range of industries and disciplines. About Pantaleon Pantaleon is an Agroindustrial powerhouse dedicated to the responsible processing of sugarcane, yielding essential products like sugar, molasses, alcohol, and electric power derived from biomass. Operating across five nations—Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Chile, and the United States-, its headquarters are based in Guatemala. The company's identity is rooted in a culture of high performance and unwavering commitment, firmly anchored in values and principles that have been honed over an impressive 174-year journey. With a diverse portfolio, Mr. Padrón's career encompasses engagements with both Fortune 500 companies, Government, and smaller enterprises. His influence extends to sectors including retail, hospitality, consumer products, aerospace, utilities, technology, life sciences, chemical, public sector, telecommunications, agriculture, and manufacturing. A proactive contributor, he regularly shares his insights through published research on topics such as Shared 10 | SEPTEMBER 2023

11. Mr. Padrón's vision for Pantaleon's future revolves around the company's goal of being one of the top ten companies in the worldwide sugar sector. This aim will be met by concentrating on a number of techniques, including increasing the company's attractiveness, deepening their sustainability initiatives, and growing its market reach. The company's goal is to deliver a wide range of products to various customer categories while developing strategically and sustainably. Leading Pantaleon's Digital Transformation Pantaleon's journey began in 1849 on the scenic South Coast of Guatemala, evolving from a local enterprise into a global frontrunner with significant influence in the international arena. Presently, it holds a prominent position as a leader in the Central American sugar production sector and proudly stand among the ten most influential sugarcane groups globally. The company's yearly output of 1.2 million tons of sugar and its derivatives bears testament to its accomplishments. These products find their way to local markets and over 40 export destinations, serving food industries and refineries across the globe. Mr. Padrón had an impressive educational background, holding degrees in both electrical engineering and biomedical engineering. His professional journey took a fascinating turn as he embarked on a decade-long tenure at NASA, where he harnessed his expertise. However, his career path exhibited an eclectic shift as he ventured into the world of entrepreneurship, establishing and managing his own restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. These establishments were strategically located in the Cocoa Beach and Kennedy Space Center vicinity, gaining significance during the unfortunate Space Shuttle explosion in 1986. Harnessing substantial investments in innovation and unwavering dedication to enhancing efficiency in both agricultural and industrial processes, Pantaleon's strategic focus rests on sustainable development and achieving operational excellence. It is committed to forging a path of progress, guided by the principles of responsible business and the pursuit of continual growth. Amid economic challenges, Mr. Padrón made a strategic decision to exit the restaurant business and transition back to corporate roles. This led him to work for prominent companies such as Burger King, PepsiCo, Excelon (a utility company), , CompUSA, and even start his own consulting worldsleaders.com | 11

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13. firm. Throughout these diverse positions, he held various responsibilities ranging from engineering, Division CEO, Chief Information Officer (CIO), and Chief Technology Officer (CTO) roles. In 2014, a significant turning point occurred when Mr. Padrón's career led him to Latin America, where he met Pantaleon. This encounter was pivotal, as Pantaleon had a clear vision of undertaking a digital transformation within their company. Understanding the importance of innovation and future-oriented thinking in a competitive and challenging market like the sugar industry, Pantaleon's board of directors sought an experienced individual to drive this digital shift. In June 2019, Mr. Padrón officially joined Pantaleon as the Chief Technology Officer (CTO), marking a new chapter in his career. His primary objective was to spearhead the comprehensive digital transformation of Pantaleon's sugar business. Recognizing the need to adapt to the rapidly changing landscape and to enhance operational efficiency despite the constraints of the sugar market, Mr. Honorio Padrón held immense significance in reshaping the company's technological strategies and ensuring a successful transition towards a digital future. other complementary technologies, such as Vistex, Solinftec, Arcgis, and C3.ai. The first phase of the transformation was successfully completed in November 2020, with a strategic focus on Central America, specifically Guatemala and Nicaragua. The subsequent phase, targeting Mexico, encountered some delays due to the acquisition of a new sugar mill in the region. This acquisition necessitated attention to expansion efforts and operational adjustments before the digital transformation could fully take effect. In December 2019, the project received approval from the board of directors. The implementation process commenced in February 2020, with teams assembled, offices established, and project management procedures put in place. An unforeseen challenge emerged with the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic, disrupting normal working conditions and introducing a unique set of difficulties. As of now, the project is nearing its completion, and Mr. Padrón's leadership and strategic decisions have positioned the company on the cusp of technological evolution. The successful navigation through the challenges posed by COVID-19 highlights his commitment and expertise in guiding Pantaleon's digital transformation journey. Steering Through Disruption Despite this hurdle, Mr. Padrón and his team opted to continue the project remotely. Each month, he presented progress updates to the Board of Directors and sought permission to sustain the project. The decision was made to persevere, provided the project could maintain its scheduled progress and risk management measures. This adaptive approach enabled them to navigate the complexities of the pandemic and advance toward their goals. Mr. Padrón's primary focus was not on expanding Pantaleon's business footprint, but rather on optimizing its operations. To achieve this, he embarked on a comprehensive digital transformation initiative. Beginning with meticulous planning, his team conducted a thorough study of the company's existing processes and future requirements. As a pivotal technology choice, SAP was selected as the core system, accompanied by Insights on Diversity, Integration, and Strategic Implementation Mr. Padrón's perspective on today's technology leaders is that there is a worldsleaders.com | 13

14. Mr. Padrón shares his wisdom about the challenges that today's technology leaders face, especially those working in non-tech companies. He talks openly about the potential pitfalls and the need for a different approach when it comes to integrating and using technology effectively. Looking back, he remembers a time when integrating different systems, like ERP systems, resulted in complex and messy solutions known as "spaghetti code." He explains how picking and combining various point solutions that don not fit well together can create expensive, hard-to-maintain systems that take a long time to show results. He sees a similar situation in the AI field today, with many different AI solutions being released. Mr. Padrón stresses that the key to AI success is being centered around data. He points out that even though we have better technologies now, the challenge remains in integrating these solutions seamlessly to make sure data flows effectively into AI models. He advises technology leaders to remember their main role in companies that aren not primarily tech-focused: applying existing technologies strategically instead of trying to reinvent the wheel. He acknowledges the appeal of new tools but emphasizes that successful implementation relies on a well-integrated approach to avoid the costly cycle of using disconnected solutions. remarkable pool of highly qualified individuals across various age groups and backgrounds. He recognizes the presence of a trend among the younger generation, which tends to lean more towards the development of technology rather than its practical application. companies. He notes that if you are part of a company that specializes in technology development, that is perfectly valid and contributes to the broader ecosystem. Mr. Padrón's core message is the need for a shift in mindset among technology leaders. They need to recognize that their goal isn not to recreate technology, but to smartly utilize it to achieve business goals. His insights stress the importance of a cohesive and integrated approach to technology implementation, which he believes is crucial for success in today's complex tech landscape. This viewpoint underscores the importance of a balanced and collaborative approach to technology leadership, wherein both development and application play critical roles in driving innovation and progress. In Mr. Padrón's view, it is for technology leaders, including those in roles such as CIOs and CTOs, to acknowledge and embrace the diversity of technology-related roles within 14 | SEPTEMBER 2023

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16. Nurturing Systemic Thinking underlines the need of this holistic approach. Decisions can no longer be made without considering the potential influence of technology. Previously, business requirements would emerge, and technology would be added afterwards. However, due to the pervasiveness of technology, the surroundings have evolved into a mutually beneficial relationship in which technology and business are closely linked from the outset. Mr. Padrón wishes for more systemic thinking in society, arguing for actions that take into account the larger implications of a complex system. He notes that many decisions are frequently made in isolation, with little comprehension of how they affect the overall system. The lack of systemic thinkers in firms and leadership positions suboptimizes business performance and sustainability. He points out that this isn't always due to a lack of capacity, but rather to short- term viewpoints often influenced by quarterly reporting and analyst expectations. Mr. Padrón's "sweet spot" comes during the sugar harvesting season, revealing a look into his all- encompassing relationship with his business. His focus is the distinct character of the sugar cane sector, which harvests 24/7 from November to May. During the off-season, the emphasis changes to sugar cane cultivation and maintenance of the sugar mill's equipment. He sees the future transformation propelled by artificial intelligence (AI) as fascinating and extremely fast. Reflecting on the past, Mr. Padrón references a book written by Ray Kurzweil about two decades ago, titled "The Singularity Is Near." In the book, Kurzweil discusses the convergence of various technological cycles, many of which were on the cusp of exponential growth. He anticipated that this convergence would end in a great technological boom, with the following ten years outperforming the preceding 100. The term "singularity" alludes to the moment at which technological advancement becomes unmanageable and irreversible, causing dramatic societal transformations. When harvesting season begins, though, a sense of urgency and rhythm takes over, similar to a marathon. The business operates nonstop until the sugar cane is gone, which normally takes around six months. Climate variables, such as rainfall patterns, determine the time of this season, which varies between nations. Mr. Padrón advocates for the preservation of a system in which equality exists on a human level, but distinction happens depending on conduct and contribution. He thinks that people who connect their behaviors with their obligations and thrive in their positions should be rewarded more than those who do not. He recognizes the diversity of human talents and behaviors, emphasizing that while everyone is unique and wonderful, not everyone excels in the same areas. Mr. Padrón receives enormous joy from observing the process's optimization and accuracy. He enjoys seeing the sugar cane convoy arrive at the weighing station and the execution of different optimizations and complicated accounting systems. This includes deciding how to distribute payments, evaluating equipment performance, and closely monitoring different operational factors. Mr. Padrón's "happy spot" is essentially witnessing the culmination of his efforts and the applied technology match effortlessly to create efficiency and success in the sugar cane harvesting and milling processes. This demonstrates his commitment and the satisfaction he enjoys from seeing technology's positive influence in a real-world, high-stakes scenario. Pantaleon, according to Mr. Padrón, is presently witnessing the fruition of this prophecy. The tremendous progress of AI is a tribute to Kurzweil's insight. He emphasizes that we have passed the "near" stage and that the singularity has arrived. This fast improvement has been allowed by the convergence of many exponential technological curves, leading to astounding success in AI and other domains. Mr. Padrón's viewpoint is based on the premise that aiming for the common average might stifle innovation and societal advancement. Instead, he calls for recognizing and honoring individual strengths and achievements, as this approach encourages higher standards and greater creativity. Thriving Connection with Technology in Sugar Cane Industry Mr. Padrón emphasizes that these exponential technical developments are allowing society to move forward quickly and effectively, and he predicts that the impact of AI will expand beyond businesses, transforming many facets of everyday life and society as a whole. Mr. Padrón highlights the normal tasks related to technology inside a company, including the whole design, development, and operation process. In the technological arena, where solutions are designed, deployed, and maintained as a cohesive unit, he Views on AI, Evolution, and Society According to Mr. Padrón, the most fundamental development in today's organizations is the widespread adoption of technology including AI. 16 | SEPTEMBER 2023

17. Embracing Risks Mr. Padrón states that he has always been a risk taker and has had a broad and extended career. Among the countless risks he has taken, he recalls a watershed event in 2004, when he was offered the opportunity to purchase and become the CEO of an IBM Equipment Reseller and consulting firm. He made the decision to exchange his high-level corporate position in charge of a key business unit at Excelon Corporation to pursue his dream of owning and managing his own technology company. While this was a significant change, it presented Mr. Padrón with new perspectives and experiences. He admits that being a reseller and consultant forced him to demonstrate his talents and attributes in a different way than in a corporate context. He had to work hard to make his company´s presence and expertise known to potential customers. Mr. Padrón describes the risks and advantages of taking this risk, highlighting how it changed his life outlook. He had to adapt, gain new skills, and deal with the reality of a new work environment. Despite the difficulties, he found the change to be extremely satisfying and fulfilling. worldsleaders.com | 17

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19. Cassandra Chandler Chandler Chandler An Innovative Strategist and Investigator, Identifying and Addressing Intelligence, Financial Crimes, Cyber and Fraud Risks E Effective leadership in law enforcement demands a combination of technical proficiency, strategic acumen, and interpersonal finesse. The leader must possess the ability to communicate with clarity and impact, both internally and externally, while displaying the confidence and decisiveness necessary to make difficult choices. Moreover, they must be adept at inspiring and empowering their staff, providing the guidance, resources, and support required for success. Cassi Chandler, a seasoned leader with a remarkable track record in both law enforcement and banking, exemplifies the qualities of a successful leader. With extensive experience as an intelligence strategist, investigator, and leader of diverse teams, she has cultivated a culture of motivational leadership and inclusivity at some of the world's most prominent organizations, including Bank of America and the FBI. worldsleaders.com | 19

20. A Career of Excellence news anchor for an NBC affiliate there. Ms. Chandler spent 23 years with the FBI, leading investigations into white collar crimes, financial crimes, and cybercrimes, as well as directing criminal and domestic terrorism intelligence and foreign counterintelligence activities. She also redesigned the Bureau's health care fraud and criminal intelligence programs and was appointed to the U.S. Senior Executive Service as an Assistant Director. She retired as Special Agent in Charge of the Norfolk, Virginia FBI Field Office. After leaving the FBI, she joined Bank of America, where she led fraud investigations and intelligence and built an integrated framework to identify, evaluate, and assess emerging regulatory risks and the operational effectiveness of enterprise coverage areas. When she was recruited and "first indicated I was interested in the FBI, a lot of my acquaintances were shocked.” "When I was a child, the commonly held belief was that the FBI bugged your phone, did wrong things against Martin Luther King, and such. You didn't aspire to be an agent.” At the same time, Chandler's mother had raised her to respect law enforcement, and when the FBI agents came to recruit her, "it sounded pretty exciting. I thought it might be like James Bond. It wasn't. I thought there would be a lot more international intrigue, special gadgets and travel. Instead, I was assigned to address complex white-collar investigations.” Founding Vigeo Alliances, LLC Chandler started her career in the FBI by working in New Orleans for a duration of four years, during which she developed expertise in dealing with white-collar crimes and financial crimes. Following this, she moved to the FBI's legal office in Washington, D.C., where she supervised civil litigation. Subsequently, she joined the white-collar crimes section and took on the role of managing and coordinating health care fraud investigations throughout the country. “Vigeo” (Latin) - to thrive and flourish Cassi is currently the President and CEO of Vigeo Alliances, LLC a culture risk assessment partner that supports businesses in growing emerging leaders, retaining diverse talent, and building a culture of leadership in an inclusive organization. Her experiences in different organizations (private and public) led her to observe the impact of “inept” leadership and drove her to seek opportunities where she could share her perspective with organizations and better the culture for all employees. Long Spanning Work Career Cassi Chandler's impressive career spans over two decades in law enforcement and private sector leadership. She has since served in numerous high-profile positions which include: Joining Law Enforcement While pursuing her law degree at Loyola University in New Orleans, she secured a part-time job at a CBS affiliate station to support herself financially. Prior to this, she had completed her undergraduate studies in English and journalism at Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge, and had worked a few years as a journalist and television 20 | SEPTEMBER 2023

21. aimed at enhancing public safety and public trust in the Aurora Fire and Rescue Department and the Aurora Police Department. As a member of the Aurora Consent Decree Monitorship, Cassi was entrusted with working closely with leaders of both the Fire and Police Departments reform recruitment and hiring policies in a manner that ensured qualified candidates of the diverse communities of Aurora were identified and successfully hired. Ÿ it sounded pretty exciting. I thought it might be like James Bond. It wasn't. I thought there would be a lot more international intrigue, special gadgets and travel. Instead, I was assigned to address complex white- collar investigations." New York Police Department- Federal Monitor Team As a former member of the NYPD Federal Monitor Team, Cassi assessed and made recommendations for changes and improvements to NYPD policies, practices, procedures, and training to ensure the Department's adherence to Constitutional and bias-free policing as ordered by the Court. She evaluated the sufficiency of police investigations of community complaints for unconstitutional police conduct and she similarly reviewed and assessed allegations of racial profiling, analyzed and prepared matrices of data, observed body worn camera video footage for actions, behavior and practices that may require additional attention, and she evaluated and reported on the sufficiency of improvements. Ÿ Bank Of America- Senior Vice President Cassi retired as Senior Vice President for Business Operations at Bank of America, where she was responsible for building an integrated framework to identify, evaluate and assess emerging regulatory risks and the operational effectiveness of enterprise coverage areas. Prior to working in Business Operations, she conducted compliance and risk assessments while a member of the Bank's Compliance team. Ÿ worldsleaders.com | 21

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27. Dr. Natanya Wachtel A Mental Health Advocate Behavioral-Science Powered Marketer and Philanthropist with a Passion for Improving Access to Care worldsleaders.com | 27

28. Redefining Business with Human- Centric Values and Philanthropy focus on creating meaningful impact in people's lives. This led her to transition to nonprofit work, philanthropy, and working with start-ups in the wellness and MedTech space. host of the popular podcast 'Insights Out' on an established health network hosted by The Outcomes Rocket Network. Through this platform, she interviews leaders in customer- centricity in the health and wellness industry about trends, best practices, and watchouts. She is also a frequent guest on podcasts, television, and radio, speaking about wellness, customer science, transformation, and mental health. New Solutions Network is a group of innovative for profit and nonprofit companies dedicated to making the world a better place. They prioritize creating businesses that put people at the center and prioritize philanthropy, which marks a significant change in traditional business models. The company provides specialized services for behavioral science informed commercialization and marketing, including cutting-edge customer- centric and science-driven marketing and commercialization solutions. Apart from her professional work, Dr. Wachtel is also a writer and speaker who has dedicated herself to addressing the healthcare disparities faced by marginalized communities. She is particularly passionate about improving access to care, education, and healthy food. Dr. Wachtel is the The New Solutions Network is committed to keeping up with cutting- edge technologies and digital tools to improve impact, growth, efficiency and provide innovative and meaningful solutions to customers. They help companies build stronger customer relationships and deliver seamless customer experiences. Operating as a collective of like- minded leaders, New Solutions Network partners with companies to drive positive impact for individuals, organizations, and communities on a large scale. The New Solutions Network is devoted to building businesses and growing revenue while prioritizing human-centric values. Work Experiences Dr. Wachtel is an experienced mental health advocate who has been working with families and exeuctives for over a decade. Along with her clinical work, she is also a health educator and marketing strategist with expertise in behavioral science. Dr. Wachtel has spent more than 20 years in the pharma and biotech industry, working on major healthcare brands, before and after founding New Solutions Network. In 2019, she left the corporate world to 28 | SEPTEMBER 2023

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32. DR. TIGRAN HAAS A Renowned Name in Urban Planning and Urban Design, Environmental Science, and Regional Planning 32 | SEPTEMBER 2023

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34. A leader is someone who has the ability to understand and connect with people and places. They have the skills to communicate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and can empathize with their perspectives and experiences. A leader who understands people can build relationships and trust with their team members, inspire them to achieve common goals, and create a positive work environment that fosters creativity, innovation, and growth. Dr. Tigran Haas is a leader who believes in the power of people and their potential to achieve great things. His leadership style is characterized by empathy, collaboration, and a commitment to excellence. Education Methods for Future Perspectives Dr. Haas believes that effective teaching involves using a variety of methods, such as active learning, a student-cantered approach, blended learning, project-based learning, inquiry-based learning, problem- based learning, flipping the classroom, and collaborative learning as well as new and combined approaches. However, the best teaching method will depend on the subject, students, and learning objectives, and effective teaching often involves adjusting methods based on student feedback and assessment data. Lastly, high quality and inspiring instructional paradigm in form of deep and wide lectures and instructions is paramount. Dr. Haas possesses advanced degrees in architecture, urban planning and design, environmental science, and regional planning, providing a unique perspective on comprehending the complexities and issues at the macro, meso, and micro levels of cities. In addition to being a tenured Associate Professor of Urban Planning and Urban Design, they have also held various leadership positions, including Lab Director of Halcyon Athenaeum Laboratory (HAL), Director of Civitas Athenaeum Laboratory (CAL), Director of the Centre for the Future of Places (CFP), Director of the Graduate Program in Urbanism (MUSE), and Co-Director and Founder of the first Scandinavian Graduate Program in Urban Planning and Design (UPD) at the School of Architecture and the Built Environment at KTH. Dr. Haas has further expanded their expertise through Post-Doc Fellowships at MIT, Boston, UC Berkeley, and University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, and currently holds the position of guest research scholar at the esteemed LCAU - The MIT Norman B. Leventhal Centre for Advanced Urbanism in Boston. Their experience also includes eight years of teaching project and strategic management, as well as project leadership at KTH (Stockholm) and ZSEM (Zagreb). Dr. Haas emphasizes the importance of setting high standards for oneself as a teacher and empowering students to develop critical thinking and intellectual curiosity to navigate the complexity of the real world. He believes that education and teaching must respond to the converging crises in the world and that teachers have a duty to their profession, students, and themselves to cultivate critical thinking and creativity to think beyond what "everyone knows." Insights on Leadership Leadership is a challenging journey of self-transformation, undertaken by an individual who has been entrusted with the responsibility of guiding a team towards achieving a specific business objective. As someone who has taught project and strategic management and project leadership for over 8 years and has also spent 5 years running a research lab and serving as the director of three educational programs, Dr. Haas has gained a deep understanding of the intricacies of leadership. 34 | SEPTEMBER 2023

35. Sharing Views on Academic Freedom While getting things done by the team is undoubtedly important, it is just one aspect of a leader's role. It is equally crucial to assemble a team with the right mix of competence, equality, and professionalism, and to have the finesse to understand where each team member can contribute the most. Dr. Haas understands that expanding and building new networks, both physical and virtual, is essential for building strong relationships with team members and employees. Developing mutual trust, gaining honest feedback, achieving friendships, and fostering mutual respect are all critical components of building long-lasting relationships. past mistakes, possess strong communication skills, and build sustainable relationships on all levels. Leaders must listen, understand, and take action, and have the optimism and risk-taking ability required to drive their teams forward. They must also possess the ability to read people and adapt them to necessary tasks within the organization, anticipate problems, think outside the box, and eliminate threats and negative personalities. Overall, Dr. Haas's leadership philosophy emphasizes the importance of building strong inter-personal relationships, fostering a positive organizational culture, creating a trustworthy and mutually understanding community, and driving the team towards achieving its goals. Academic freedom is the principle that provides scholars and researchers the right to conduct their work without interference or restriction. It encompasses the freedom to teach, to learn, to publish and share their research findings and opinions, and to participate in academic debate and discourse. Academic freedom is a fundamental aspect of a democratic and open academic society, as it allows scholars and researchers to pursue the truth, advance knowledge, and freely express their ideas and opinions without fear of retaliation or censorship. To be an effective leader, Dr. Haas believes it is important to learn from worldsleaders.com | 35

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37. Helping and Connecting with People to Grow their Mind-sets and Skills and Find the Best Version of Themselves K and significant female leader. She is renowned for her drive, optimism, and distinctive personality, which gives people's lives light, power, and vitality. risty Guo (Cuilan), the founder, president, and owner of Signature Global Network PTY, is an award-winning entrepreneur, and a passionate She is a celebrated Australian who was born in China has 20 years of logistics experience. She is also a speaker, influencer, and the author of the best-selling book "Changemakers" on Amazon. Kristy is a highly motivated and influential female leader renowned for her zeal, optimism, and distinctive personality, which gives people's lives brightness, power, and vitality. Founder Signature Global Network worldsleaders.com | 37

38. Career Path Hong Kong and Shenzhen. Kristy saw how that business grew from a modest size to one with up to 2000 employees and from 5 to 30+ international offices. Kristy shares, "I only took one year Pre before Uni, so I graduated about three years earlier than others. I realized that my family wasn't prosperous, and I needed to be financially independent the earlier the possible. That's also one reason I was always the youngest leader among all. " Kristy wasn't very self-assured when she was in primary school, but she recognized she had a leadership gift, which is why she was always a wonderful assistant to the instructor. From middle school through her time in college, Kristy held a variety of leadership positions, including those of class and school captain, topic senator, and supervisors. She participated in every activity and subject while also encouraging her classmates to learn more effectively. Signature Global Network For Kristy, starting SGN is a dream come true. She has always had a passion for people and networking. The previous experience she had brought success, which could only happen with her strong networking skills. She asserts, "Most importantly, my passion is for people and multicultural. I love to see people from different places of the world getting together." Kristy found her gift in strengthening people's relationships and connecting with various nations and people. Kristy formerly held the position of Head of Trade Oceanfreight ANZ at a prestigious international logistics and freight forwarding firm. One of Australia's largest freight forwarders sponsored her. She then relocated her small family from Hong Kong to Australia at that time. For approximately ten years, Kristy worked as a freight forwarder in Kristy started her first job when she was 17+ and graduated from university when she was 18. Every time Kristy goes to work, she always positions herself in the position of the company owner, acting in their best interests. No matter what position she was in, that enabled her to become a leader. Everywhere and whenever she was, Kristy had an impact. But as time went on, she began to realize that she needed a broader stage in order to have a greater impact because there was so much possibility for improvement, but the role's constraints prevented her from doing so. The moment Kristy recognized she had a plan—to launch her own company, a worldwide logistics network—it was after she wrote her first book, rose to fame as an international best-selling author, and spoke up for others to follow their ambitions. 38 | SEPTEMBER 2023

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42. T T T upholds policies and procedures. She skillfully manages teams, production, maintenance work orders, supply and inventory, and ensures customer satisfaction and support in her role as business development and program manager at TP Aerospace. To improve organizational strategy, she cultivates long-lasting connections with stakeholders, senior management, and customers. value for all of its clients globally, wherever they may be, at any time. It combines market experience with substantial MRO capabilities and a global network. The Honeywell 737 Classic Series is distributed solely by TP Aerospace. TP Aerospace provides its airline clients with the highest level of flexibility and cost transparency through its integrated programs, all of which are powered by its pay-as- you-go model. Customers of the program benefit from an all-inclusive approach that is supported by an excellent warranty, a guarantee of stock availability, and first-rate customer service. After graduating from high school in 2002, Lindsey began working in aviation. She comes from a highly varied background in the industry. She began in general aviation, working in different office support functions and learning the fundamentals of aviation maintenance. After that, she briefly worked as a flight attendant for an airline. She then entered the area of maintenance repair organizations (MRO), which is essentially where she is currently as TP Aerospace is a part 145 repair station. For most of her career, Lindsey worked as a maintenance planner, arranging heavy maintenance projects on airplanes, which in layman terms entailed organizing the whole work scope and process for disassembling an airplane fully, inspecting it, and then putting it back together to get it back in the air. Today's aviation sector is lacking in crucial leadership expertise since more than half (59%) of women in leadership roles in the sector have thought about quitting. Women are more likely to be forced out of the profession because of bad experiences, but males are more likely to be drawn away by the promise of greater prospects. Greater and more noticeable roles for women are emerging in the sector. The staff is committed to serving its clients and is aware of the many difficulties faced by aircraft operators. When enrolled in a program with TP Aerospace, its clients are given a personal program manager who is intimately familiar with their requirements and serves as a sparring partner in streamlining their wheels and brake operations. There have never been more women in top positions in the aviation sector. Still, there is a leadership gap as a result of the prejudices and obstacles faced by female leaders that continue to limit their development and influence. There is a growing trend for people of all genders to adopt leadership styles that support successful women in business and the organizations they manage, as more women assume high-ranking positions. Being an Aviation Leader At TP Aerospace, Lindsey's duties include leading a group of Customer Executives that, together with her, handle all of the program accounts for the North American region. This includes managing contracts, visiting with clients to report on KPIs; monitoring daily operations; and managing the technical facets of asset management, including establishing priorities with the business' internal MRO shop. Lindsey also works to provide awareness and brand familiarity in her business development role. The Leading Aviation Aftermarket Supplier As the top aftermarket provider of aircraft wheels and brakes, TP Aerospace provides all of its clients with an easy substitute for conventional component management. It excels at what it does because it has a narrow focus. The firm ensures quality, simplicity, and Lindsey Gamell is a skilled and seasoned company leader and manager who is extremely passionate about aviation, is well-versed in the laws and rules pertaining to FAA compliance, and develops and 42 | SEPTEMBER 2023

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46. A TRAILBLAZING EXPERT IN MONEY TRANSFORMATION M personal development, she is a true pioneer in her field. Morgana is renowned as the foremost expert in transforming one's relationship with money. Her guidance benefits a diverse range of individuals, including entrepreneurs, artists, healers, and humanitarians. Morgana empowers them to thrive in their life's purpose, attracting abundance effortlessly and achieving their goals with ease, flow, and synchronicity. organa Rae is an internationally acclaimed author, with her book "Financial Alchemy®: 12 Months of Magic & Manifestation" achieving #1 bestseller status. With over 27 years of experience in Morgana's innovative wealth creation program has earned her recognition from major media outlets, including television networks, United Press International, Coast to Coast Radio, Yahoo Finance, and The Wall Street Journal. She has also been honored as a Top Woman in E-Commerce by WE Magazine. As a thought leader in the realms of wealth and relationships, Morgana has shared her expertise alongside renowned figures like Deepak Chopra, Arianna Huffington, Bob Proctor, and many others on various prestigious stages. Below are highlights of the interview conducted between World's Leaders and Morgana Rae: Describe who you are as a person, inside and outside of the workplace. "Having proven definitively that an Ivy League education, celebrity clients, taglines and testimonials, half a dozen master coach certifications, and every Law of Attraction gimmick in the world were no match for my own Superpowers of Money Repulsion, I developed a new way of coaching and living that turns leaden human experience in to gold, spiritually and financially. People call me a money goddess, but I apply this alchemy to every aspect of life.” Describe your background, and what did you do before you started or joined the company? I began my coaching career in the entertainment industry while I was still in that business myself. Coaching others was like a “soul vacation” from my own hustle. Very quickly, I found my clients (actors, writers, directors, producers, editors, etc.) 46 | SEPTEMBER 2023

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48. achieving unlikely results within weeks—winning awards, booking their first prime-time series, selling their first film, etc. I was hooked! I decided to become a full-time professional people helper. my imaginary money “honey,” four new clients hired me at double what I had ever charged before. And they kept coming. This was the event that set me on a course to becoming a world-famous authority on making millions while putting love first. I led workshops, and I was invited to speak at industry events. My phone was ringing with people who wanted to hire me. I had a reputation for working magic. I still wasn't making money. Something was off, obviously. Helping others was easy. Getting paid was my block. A decade later, I tried the same approach to my relationship with love. I slammed my love monster and met my husband two months later. I was 45 years old and had never been married before. We've currently married each other 26 times in 21 countries so far, on our way to 100 weddings. 100% his idea. In fact, 20 years ago (March of 2003), I hit my low point when I was struggling to make $100 a month in Los Angeles, California. I had taken every marketing course, sales course, and mindset course available in the late 90's and early aughts. None of it mattered. I was still making Tell us about the inception of the company. How did it all start? I started testing and perfecting this process with my coaching clients. (I wasn't marketing my money work at the time, but most human beings have money drama, right?) I discovered I needed to dig far below the money stories to find the causal issues—never actually about money—behind the stories. That's when things took off. Clients were reporting big financial results, and fast. I found my financial results changed for the better (to the tune of millions of dollars) only after I changed my relationship with money as if it were a person. I changed my money from a monster of scarcity to a hunky honey, worthy of my deepest trust and admiration. (I literally had to make money for a cute guy just to have it in my life!) Within 24 hours of evicting my money monster and meeting Word got out. A popular coaching magazine profiled me and 48 | SEPTEMBER 2023

49. Give us your opinion on whether organizations rely heavily on individual heroics or team processes. my 6-step Financial Alchemy® program. Bigger magazines, newspapers, radio shows, speaking gigs, and television interviews followed. I became a regular Money Maven on FOX News and the Money Manifestation Expert on Coast to Coast AM, the subject of articles in the Wall Street Journal, United Press International, Yahoo Finance, and interviewed on NPR, CNN, all the major television networks, etc. I'm a #1 best-selling author in 20 countries. As to the question of whether organizations need systems or individual heroes, I say yes and yes. My company culture is built on appreciation and service. Rarely have I seen people thrive or do their best work when they are only working for a pay check. People are not cogs. There must be a greater mission. I believe humans have a need to be valued and respected as urgently as we need to eat and breathe. Team members are intelligent, talented heroes in their area of contribution. With that in mind, I appreciate my team. I communicate my appreciation frequently. I compensate generously. Reciprocal care is essential to me. Every partnership is designed to be win-win-win: it serves my partner, serves me, and serves our clients and beyond. Systems serve to create clarity to protect the company and support the team and clients. What has made you successful? What do you value? What has made my company successful is having a standout message rooted in my own lived experience, backed up by prodigious client results. I decided early on that money was my “pain door” for whole-person transformation, because money is where my difference stands out the loudest. No one else sounds quite like me: making money a person, diving deep into hidden root causes (love, safety, power) that had nothing to do with money, and my signature process to make money fall in love with you for good. What are your responsibilities as the Founder/CEO/ Managing Director of the company? Which are the major services of the company and how do the company to get ahead in the competition? What value-added services does the company provide? As the CEO, I set the calendar for projects and programs, tuning in to what wants to happen and when. Book launches, retreats, new programs and promotions, etc. I like to schedule spaciously, leaving room for unexpected invitations and opportunities to show up, too. I like to say, “Your wealth is in your weirdness.” The more you do what only you do, producing better results than your competitors, the less competition you have. What is the happiest part of your daily routine? Even when other people started copying me (OMG, the copycats!), my own followers would spot them and tell them to stop. Copying is not a good look. The happiest part of my daily routine, and I'm almost embarrassed to admit it, is coaching clients on the days I coach clients. I tried semi-retiring in early 2020, when the pandemic first hit. I discovered, after a year of yoga at the beach and growing a vegetable garden at home, that I really hated not coaching clients! There's nothing in the world more optimistic and energizing than participating in the fulfillment of other people's dreams. Clients who, like me, had failed with every other modality out there were finally getting their breakthroughs. There's no better marketing than boat loads of testimonials; zero-to- multi-million-dollar case studies; and good, old-fashioned word of mouth. What is the significance of innovative ideas in the company? What advice would you give someone going into a leadership position for the first time? What I would advise someone going into leadership for the first time is that you are worthy, you are wanted, and you can make the necessary connections to solve any problem. Make money decisions that serve love, lifestyle, and legacy. Does Money love you? Or is your relationship a mess? 7- figure Financial Alchemy® creator Morgana Rae walks you through her 6 proven steps to Radically, Rapidly, and Permanently transform your Relationship with Money at MorganaRae.com My philosophy regarding innovation is that human clients are endlessly creative at coming up with new obstacles that you've never encountered before. Problem-solving programs are here to serve the client, not squeeze clients into a program box. If something isn't working, adjust and re- adjust your approach until you find what works for that person. Meeting and solving every new twist improves the product. worldsleaders.com | 49

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