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Swathi Adimulam OCI Cloud And AI Architect At Oracle Swathi Adimulam’s Journey at the Intersection of Cloud, AI, and Ethical Innovation The landscape of modern technology is not merely built on code and infrastructure; it is constructed through vision, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to purpose. At the forefront of this digital evolution stands Swathi Adimulam, a leader whose career trajectory defies linear progression in favor of building bridges to the future. Currently serving as an OCI Cloud and AI Architect, Adimulam has carved a niche for herself where complex systems meet human-centric design. Her journey from the disciplined world of coding at IBM to the frontier of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is a testament to the power of embracing the unknown. The Genesis of a Strategic...

Shannon Kacherovich CEO Of Lorem Springs Shannon Kacherovich: Leading With Clarity, Courage, and Connection Shannon Kacherovich’s journey to the top of Lorem Springs is shaped by a mix of quiet strength, sharp reasoning, and a deep belief in the power of human understanding. Her path has never been defined by shortcuts or loud declarations. Instead, it has evolved through years of thoughtful choices, careful examination of values, and a commitment to putting people before outcomes. Today, as the CEO of Lorem Springs, she carries these principles forward with a leadership style built on logic, empathy, and firm moral grounding. Shannon’s early professional years were filled with roles that demanded both analytical skill and emotional sensitivity. Each position pushed her to refine the way she...

Deepak Rao Product Owner and Consultant at Consultancy Services The technology and software industry is all about creating smart tools and systems that make life easier and more connected. This industry includes things like mobile apps, smart devices, computer programs, and online services. It also covers areas like artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), cybersecurity, and connected cars. People working in this field build and improve software that helps run phones, machines, cars, and even hospitals. The industry is growing fast because more and more things in our daily lives now use technology. From helping businesses work better to making daily tasks easier for people, the software industry plays an important role in shaping the modern world and making it more advanced and...

Debra Stangl Founder of Sedona Soul Adventures Debra Stangl is the founder and guiding force behind Sedona Soul Adventures, known for creating fully customized, private retreats that help individuals and couples heal, reconnect, and transform with lasting impact. From crisis to clarity Debra’s path began with burnout after more than two decades in divorce law, which left her exhausted and spiritually depleted until a 1999 visit to Sedona catalyzed a profound inner shift. That experience led her to leave her legal practice and in the following years, she repeatedly returned to Sedona for intensive one-on-one work with expert practitioners, a model that later became the foundation of Sedona Soul Adventures. In 2001, she moved to Sedona and started Sedona Soul Adventures in 2002. The founding insight The...

David Wortley   Vice President of the International Society of Digital Medicine (ISDM) and Non- Executive Director of World Lifestyle Medicine Education Services (WLMES) Trailblazing Digital Medicine Leader David Wortley: From Serious Games to Lifestyle Health, a Human‑Centered Vision for AI, Prevention, and Empowerment  Early spark and formative years Wortley’s entry into digital technology began with a scholarship from British Telecom to study Electronic and Electrical Engineering at Birmingham University, followed by formative roles in local management and management training at BT and an executive stint at IBM, which established a foundation in enterprise-grade problem solving and customer-centric value creation. These experiences seeded his entrepreneurial pivot in 1984 when he founded...

Dr. Mariam Shaikh  Founder and CEO of MS Education Consultants Dr. Mariam Shaikh is a distinguished education leader and entrepreneur who founded and leads MS Education Consultants to guide students across borders with rigor, empathy, and strategy, drawing on more than three decades of experience in K-12 and higher education leadership in the UAE and beyond. As Chief Editor of The CXO Time, this profile traces her evolution from educator to institution builder to sector advocate, revealing a leader who pairs operational excellence with a mission to expand student opportunity and institutional capacity across international education. Early spark The origins of Dr. Mariam’s journey go back to the early 1980s, when she established a nursery inspired by her own children, an experience that shaped...

Rodrigo de Alvarenga CEO of HAG Consulting, leading HAG Ventures From Finance to Venture Building, Designing Systems Where Innovation Scales with Credibility Innovation is often described as a spark. Rodrigo de Alvarenga treats it as a system. Founder and CEO of HAG Group and CEO of HAG Consulting, and the leader behind HAG Ventures, he has spent his career translating ideas into investable, credible, and scalable outcomes. His trajectory spans 22 years in the financial sector, followed by a decisive shift into venture building, angel investing, entrepreneurship, and advisory. The throughline is constant: discipline in service of impact. “Opportunity is earned and shared” is more than a phrase from his early life. It is the architecture behind how he builds companies, educates founders, and designs...

Dr. Ignacio Bonasa Founder and Executive President of Liderarte Dr. Ignacio Bonasa: The Architect of Soul-Centered Leadership In an era where corporate success is often measured by quarterly earnings and shareholder returns, Dr. Ignacio Bonasa represents a different vision for leadership. He is the Founder and Executive President of Liderarte, an organization that blends business transformation with the transformative power of art. His story is more than a career narrative; it is a journey of reinvention, courage, and the persistent search for meaning in professional and personal life. At first glance, Dr. Bonasa’s trajectory reflects the classical archetype of financial mastery. He spent over two decades at the forefront of international banking, holding senior roles at Banco Exterior de España,...

Antonella Rubicco co-founder and CEO of A3Cube Inc Antonella Rubicco: Architect of Purposeful Innovation and Resilient Leadership at A3Cube Inc. In an industry defined by speed, scale, and relentless reinvention, few leaders embody the union of technical daring and human-centered leadership as fully as Antonella Rubicco, co-founder and CEO of A3Cube Inc. Her journey is not a polished tale of linear progress. It is a hard-won narrative built on curiosity, risk, and the kind of persistence that turns improbable ideas into tangible outcomes. As chief editor of The CXO Time, I find in her story a powerful model for modern leadership: the courage to imagine beyond accepted limits, the discipline to execute under pressure, and the humility to elevate people as the true source of organizational value. This...

Ria Vorster Managing Director, Facilitator, Motivational Speaker at The Communication Channel The soft skills training industry plays a crucial role in today’s rapidly evolving, globalized workforce. Unlike technical or hard skills, soft skills focus on interpersonal abilities such as communication, leadership, emotional intelligence, time management, adaptability, and teamwork. As workplaces become more collaborative and culturally diverse, employers increasingly recognize the value of these human-centric competencies in boosting productivity and fostering positive work environments. The rise of remote work and digital communication has underscored the importance of clear, empathetic, and effective interpersonal skills. Soft skills training is now offered through various formats, including in-person...