Inspiring Stories of Women in Leadership, 2024
ON THE COVER
JeanWatson
Dr. Jean Watson is a Distinguished Professor and Dean Emerita at the University of Colorado Denver campus, where she held the first endowed Chair in Caring Science for 16 years. As a pioneer in the field of nursing, Dr. Watson founded the original Center for Human Caring in Colorado and has been a prominent figure in the nursing community, serving as a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing and as a past President of the National League for Nursing.
Dr. Ariel Rosita King
Dr. Ariel Rosita King is the founder of Ariel Foundation International and Dr. King Solutions, with a distinguished career spanning over 35 years in public health, international development, and nonprofit management. Her journey has been one of profound commitment to empowering children and youth, particularly in the realm of human rights and global decision-making.
Megan Dalla-Camina
Megan Dalla-Camina is an accomplished author, speaker, and the visionary founder of the Women Rising program and movement. Her career began in the corporate sector, where she held senior executive roles in strategy and leadership at major global companies like IBM. Despite her achievements, Megan found herself at a crossroads, feeling the weight of burnout and realizing that the corporate path didn’t align with her personal values.
Monica Perna
Monica Perna is a trailblazer in English language coaching and digital entrepreneurship, originating from the province of Monza and Brianza near Milan, Italy. Her journey, marked by resilience, dedication, and innovation, led her to her current role as a Globish coach, mentor, and successful businesswoman in the field of language education. As the Director of her English Academy since 2018, Monica founded the “AUGE Method”—an innovative approach to teaching the global version of English known as Globish.
Preksha Kaparwan
Preksha Kaparwan, Cofounder & CMO of Super AI, is a forward-thinking entrepreneur and an influential voice in AI technology with over half a million followers. Her path to her current leadership role has been anything but conventional. Beginning her career as a chef, Preksha eventually ventured into tech—a journey shaped by her curiosity, resilience, and willingness to step into the unknown. Preksha’s journey from the culinary world to AI began with her decision to work with a Data Science startup that catered specifically to hospitality clients.
Traci Lamb
Traci Lamb’s journey into the world of caregiving and healthcare has been one defined by dedication, resilience, and an unwavering commitment to improving the lives of others. With over 13 years of experience in hospice care, her deep understanding of the needs of caregivers and patients alike led her to start her own business, Caregiving Worldwide, in 2019. This venture aimed to create a comprehensive support network for anyone caring for a loved one at home, offering much-needed resources, guidance, and connections.