Leading with Purpose: The Remarkable Business Leaders of 2024
ON THE COVER
Dayan Candappa
Dayan Candappa is the Chief Strategy Officer of Newsweek. His role is pivotal, sitting at the intersection of the newsroom and the business side of the organization. He ensures a seamless connection between journalists, commercial teams, partners, platforms, and audiences. His focus is on exploring new business opportunities and innovative ways to conduct business. Essentially, Dayan is responsible for the business side of news, aiming to build and maintain a profitable operation that places journalism at its core. He ensures that the journalism supports the business and vice versa.
Cheryl Nomdarkhon
Cheryl Nomdarkhon is a Certified Personal Stylist and the sole owner of Uncover Your Style. Her journey into the world of fashion was sparked by a life-changing event in the spring of 2020. After being laid off from her job as a manager at a global training and development company during the COVID-19 pandemic, Cheryl began to reflect on her next career steps. While decluttering her home, she found a photograph of her father, who was always impeccably dressed. This discovery reminded her of a cherished memory of shopping together at the Toronto Eaton Centre, rekindling her love for fashion.
Maithillee Zaveri
Maithillee Zaveri, known professionally as “Maithillee,” is an accomplished artist based in Gurugram/Gurgaon, Haryana. Born and raised in New Delhi, India, she pursued her passion for art by obtaining a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Painting from The Lasalle College of the Arts, Singapore, in 2011. Since establishing herself in the art industry in 2004, Maithillee has exhibited her work extensively across India and internationally.
Sean Perry
Sean Perry is the President, Co-founder, and Executive Director of We R H.O.P.E. Inc., a dedicated organization focused on providing mental health support to children. Sean’s journey into the mental health field was deeply personal. He struggled with anxiety and suicidal thoughts throughout his life, leading him to some dark places. As a father, the idea of his children facing similar struggles deeply affected him. This realization drove him to create a platform where children could openly discuss their feelings, receive support, and ultimately lead healthier, happier lives.
Tracey Sofra
Tracey Sofra is the founder and CEO of WOW Women, a company dedicated to empowering women to achieve financial independence. Her passion for helping women make confident financial decisions led her to create WOW Women, where the focus is on supporting single or divorced women in preparing for retirement and securing their financial future. Tracey’s leadership style is grounded in trust and empowerment. She believes in the potential of every individual and strives to create an environment where her team can thrive. While her approach is relaxed, she maintains high standards in the way people act, think, and conduct themselves.
