Global Influencers Publishing House, Singapore (2025)

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🌟 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025

Introducing Linda Lim — a Singaporean entrepreneur whose career journey reflects resilience, adaptability, and an unwavering commitment to making a positive impact. With over 20 years in the education and publishing sectors, Linda built a strong reputation in marketing, sales, operations, and management, particularly within the private education industry. Her leadership in international student recruitment helped learners from ASEAN nations and India access globally recognised qualifications—transforming not only their futures but also those of their families.

In 2020, during the height of the pandemic, Linda embraced entrepreneurship by joining her sister in the frozen fruits business, specialising in durians for the B2B market. Against challenging odds, she introduced innovative technologies to improve product quality, extend shelf life, and streamline deliveries—turning obstacles into opportunities in a traditional industry.

Linda’s core philosophy is grounded in the belief that true influence comes from meaningful change, not titles or authority. Beyond business, she has sponsored children in Vietnam through World Vision for four years, providing them with resources to improve their lives.

An avid swimmer and jogger, and a lover of music—playing both the organ and digital drums—Linda embodies focus, persistence, and creativity in all she does. Her journey stands as a testament to the power of adaptability, compassion, and purpose-driven leadership.

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🌟 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025

Netra Ranjan Prabhu — Director & Engineering Lead at a global bank in Singapore — is a Chartered Accountant turned technology leader with over 20 years of international experience across APAC, Europe, and North America. Specialising in SAP Financials and FinTech innovation, she has successfully delivered 15+ large-scale finance transformation projects across diverse industries including banking, insurance, telecom, pharma, energy, and retail.

Her journey, guided by the mantra “Driven by purpose, powered by people — we rise together,” blends technical excellence, strategic vision, and a deep commitment to empowering others. In 2025, she was named a Top 5 Finalist for the Global Leadership Women in Tech® APAC Award, honoured as an Inspiring Mentor by Generation Singapore, and co-authored the Amazon #1 bestseller Shaken, Stirred but Not Deterred. She is also a proud recipient of the Global Women of Influence 2024 award.

Beyond her executive role, Netra is a sought-after thought leader, sharing her expertise at global forums like SAP Sapphire and ASUG. She is passionate about mentorship, particularly for women in finance and IT, and has created a ripple effect of leadership by guiding mentees who go on to mentor others.

From innovating finance solutions to inspiring the next generation of leaders, Netra’s legacy is defined by impact, resilience, and empowerment — making her a true catalyst for change in the global business and technology landscape.

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🌍 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025
Introducing Michelle Tien Chun Liu, the purpose-driven founder of Walk With Mii — a leadership catalyst, business strategist, and educator who has spent over two decades building bridges between corporate leadership and human-centered growth across Asia, Europe, and North America.

Michelle’s career spans industries from luxury fashion and beauty to wellness and education. With her people-first leadership style rooted in trust, empathy, and accountability, she has guided organizational transformations, scaled teams, and mentored professionals at every stage. But what truly sets Michelle apart is her commitment to values-based impact — bringing clarity, emotional intelligence, and cross-generational wisdom into everything she does.

Through Walk With Mii, Michelle has created a global platform that reimagines leadership as a living, breathing practice — one that embraces authenticity, vulnerability, and courage. Her offerings range from executive coaching and trust-building programs to children’s yoga and emotional literacy tools, supporting changemakers, parents, and young minds alike.

In her latest chapter, Michelle has expanded her mission into mindfulness-based early education, using creative tools like affirmation cards and movement to nurture resilience and self-awareness in children. She believes that influence is not measured by volume, but by integrity and ripple effect — and she leads by example.

Whether she’s hosting honest conversations on her podcast, guiding professionals through transformation, or mentoring the next wave of women leaders, Michelle brings presence, purpose, and compassion to every room she walks into.

A bridge between East and West, corporate and personal, adult and child — Michelle TC Liu is a rare blend of heart and strategy, and an inspiring nominee for the Global Women of Influence Awards 2025.

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🌍 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025
Introducing Ghaya Saad Al Ahbabi — also known as “Green Ghaya” — a 14-year-old Emirati changemaker blazing a global trail in environmental advocacy and youth leadership.

As the youngest UNICEF Youth Advocate for COP28 and the youngest ambassador for the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi, Ghaya is redefining what it means to lead at any age. Her voice has echoed across the world’s most important platforms — from the United Nations Headquarters in Geneva to international youth summits in Russia, Saudi Arabia, and Morocco — championing sustainability, climate action, and the inclusion of youth in global decision-making.

She is the founder of GreenBuds Community, a youth-led initiative that mobilizes children and teens across the UAE around the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through workshops, clean-ups, and SDG mentorship programs. Ghaya has created a powerful model of youth engagement where every SDG is assigned a student leader, giving rise to a movement rooted in education, responsibility, and collective action.

Her contributions have earned her some of the region’s most distinguished honors, including the Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Environmental Award and the Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Award for Academic Excellence. Yet, beyond the accolades, Ghaya’s strength lies in her ability to connect, inspire, and activate — from world leaders to school children.

With every speech, project, and campaign, Ghaya proves that young people are not just the future — they are the present. Her work is a clarion call for intergenerational leadership and climate justice, and her influence continues to grow across communities, borders, and age groups.

Ghaya Alahbabi is more than a youth activist. She is a global symbol of purpose, courage, and possibility — and an extraordinary nominee for the Global Women of Influence Awards 2025.

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🌟 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025

Devika M. Das, Founder of The Soul Soup Limited in Hong Kong, is a Global Leadership Coach and change strategist with 20+ years of international experience across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. Specialising in executive presence, influence, and psychodynamically-informed leadership development, she partners with senior leaders to navigate complexity and lead with authenticity.

As a learning coach at INSEAD, she works on flagship executive education programs such as Executive Presence & Influence and Advancing Diversity & Inclusion, guiding global executives through reflective, research-backed development experiences. She also mentors with 100 Women in Finance, empowering high-potential women to step into leadership.

In 2024, Devika was honoured with the Global Woman of Influence Award and invited to join the World Economic Forum Expert Network. She is a member of the Forbes Coaches Council and the Harvard Business Review Advisory Council, contributing thought leadership on inclusive, future-ready leadership models.

Her coaching blends academic rigour—including a Master’s in Coaching & Consulting for Change from INSEAD—with deep psychological insight and cross-cultural fluency. Currently, she is authoring three peer-reviewed articles and has two books scheduled for 2025, amplifying her impact on leadership discourse.

From mentoring women in finance to shaping leadership at the highest levels, Devika’s work is grounded in one belief: authentic leadership begins with self-awareness—and has the power to create lasting, systemic transformation.

14/08/2025

🌟 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025

Dr. (h.c.) Marie Ang—Psychosocial Specialist, HR & People Strategy Leader, mentor, and community advocate—has spent over three decades empowering individuals, strengthening marriages, and shaping future leaders across cultures. With 20+ years of corporate leadership across APAC and a heart for community service, she bridges corporate acumen with deep human connection to create lasting societal impact.

Marie’s influence spans from mentoring couples in Australia, Hong Kong, and Singapore through pre-marital and marriage programs to guiding young leaders via NTUC, the International Women Aviation Association, HKU MBA, NTU, and more. In 2024, she spearheaded the landmark Assembly of God Marriage Retreat in Batam, uniting 300+ couples in a transformative space for renewal and resilience.

Her grassroots involvement, from Meet-the-People sessions to championing caregivers through corporate charity, reflects her belief that strong homes build strong communities. Culturally attuned and compassion-driven, she develops strategies that address modern relational pressures while fostering healthier future generations.

Wearing a kebaya embroidered by her late mother—completed despite failing eyesight—Marie honors her legacy of creativity and perseverance, embodying the very resilience she instills in others.

Through her work, Marie champions relationship health as a foundation for global influence, proving that lasting change begins in the hearts and homes of people.

14/08/2025

🎓 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025
Introducing Yap Jia Wen (Carmen) — a dynamic leader in the education sector and a rising voice for human-centered leadership, women’s empowerment, and lifelong learning in Asia.

Currently serving as the Head of Student Services at Aventis Graduate School, Carmen oversees a broad portfolio spanning student engagement, graduate employability, academic operations, and alumni success — directly shaping the learning journeys of thousands of adult learners and mid-career professionals across Singapore and beyond.

At just 7 years into the industry, Carmen’s ascent into senior leadership is a testament to her strategic thinking, operational excellence, and people-first philosophy. She has spearheaded transformational initiatives including career coaching programs, structured student onboarding, wellness-driven outreach, and alumni engagement frameworks that support real-world transitions, not just academic milestones.

Most recently, Carmen played a pivotal role in launching Aventis’ upcoming Centre of Excellence in Corporate Wellness and Organizational Psychology — a pioneering initiative bridging academia, industry, and applied research. Her vision? To create an ecosystem where education empowers not just careers, but personal wellbeing, leadership readiness, and community impact.

Beyond her institutional leadership, Carmen is a committed mentor and advocate for women’s leadership. She actively supports aspiring professionals in building confidence, clarity, and purpose, especially those navigating career pivots or personal reinventions.

Her partnerships, including with the Singapore Nurses Association, have opened doors for healthcare professionals to access graduate education and upskilling opportunities, amplifying her impact across diverse sectors.

Carmen leads not by hierarchy, but through influence, empathy, and vision. She represents a new generation of women leaders reshaping the future of education — not by age or tenure, but by courage, credibility, and deep service to others.

14/08/2025

🌟 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025

Dr. Bhawna Gautam—health professional, author, and mindfulness advocate—has inspired millions worldwide with her daily writings on self-awareness, compassion, and the power of thoughts. Founder of Afford2Smile and a leading practitioner at Bellbird Family Practice in Australia, she blends her clinical expertise with ancient Vedic wisdom and modern psychology to guide others toward inner balance and purposeful living.

A Bachelor of Dental Surgery graduate with dual Master’s degrees in Public Health and Health Promotion, Dr. Bhawna is also a specialist in Dental Sleep Medicine, helping patients with conditions like snoring and bruxism. Her career spans work at the Royal Dental Hospital of Melbourne, Monash University, and public health initiatives promoting children’s wellbeing.

Beyond medicine, she is the author of 50 Best Quotes from The Power of Thoughts and Imaginations, has been featured on SBS Punjabi and Radio Eastern Australia, and was nominated for the IABCA 2024 and NRI Achievers Award. With over 1M social media followers, her words offer hope, clarity, and practical tools for emotional wellness in today’s fast-paced world.

Dr. Bhawna’s mission is simple yet profound: to make healing and transformation accessible to all. Whether in the clinic, on stage, or through her writing, she reminds people of their strength, worth, and capacity for change. Her journey is proof that knowledge, compassion, and authenticity can touch lives far beyond borders.

14/08/2025

🎙️ Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025
Introducing Nanju Francisco, a trailblazing Filipina journalist, award-winning editor, and community voice for Filipinos in the Middle East.

With a career spanning print, broadcast, and digital journalism, Nanju is best known as the “first and only Filipina journalist” to report from Brunei’s Istana Nurul Iman and as the first Filipina newscaster on Bahrain TV. She has consistently broken barriers in regional media, setting powerful precedents for future Filipino journalists working abroad.

Currently serving as the Editor-in-Chief of Pinoy Aksyon News Bahrain, an accredited online Filipino news platform, and as an English Trainer and Content Editor at INTERMID, Nanju’s mission is to elevate Filipino voices, share untold migrant stories, and uphold journalism with compassion, clarity, and courage.

Her accolades speak volumes:
🏆 Best in Print Journalism at the 2012 Migration Advocacy Awards for her column Tanglaw sa Gitnang Silangan
🏆 Embassy Partner Best in Media (2014) by the Philippine Embassy in Bahrain
🏆 GDNLife People’s Choice Award (2024) for her article “The Last Goodbye”
🏅 Finalist – ICON Awards 2025, Women in Media category
🏅 Nominee – Woman of the Year Awards 2024 by The Global Filipino Magazine

From Senior Sub-Editor at Daily Tribune Bahrain to leading editorial roles at Diyaryo Pinoy Bahrain and now Pinoy Aksyon News, Nanju has shaped diasporic journalism with integrity, empathy, and excellence.

Through her powerful storytelling and public service journalism, Nanju Francisco continues to give voice to the Filipino community in the Gulf and beyond, earning her a rightful place as a Global Woman of Influence.

14/08/2025

🌟 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025

Michele Chong—wellness entrepreneur, educator, and founder of The Sirius Sound—is transforming how sound therapy is practiced and taught across Southeast Asia. Leading Singapore’s first science-based sound therapy studio and academy, she blends neuroscience, trauma recovery, and ancient healing wisdom to create safe, ethical, and evidence-based wellness experiences.

A certified FCMA educator, Michele is pioneering a governance framework to regulate and professionalize sound therapy—ensuring quality, integrity, and credibility in a field often lacking standards. Her Sirius Sound Academy has become a launchpad for women to become certified sound therapists, equipping them with both the skill and confidence to lead in the wellness industry.

Michele’s all-women team reflects her deep commitment to empowerment, collaboration, and leadership by example. She also champions community care through her free sound therapy programs for breast cancer survivors, offering emotional balance, nervous system support, and a safe space for recovery.

Her work bridges science, soul, and social impact—proving that healing is not a luxury, but a right. From nurturing individual well-being to raising industry standards, Michele’s vision is to scale this movement globally, training the next generation of ethical sound therapists and amplifying women’s voices in holistic health.

14/08/2025

🌟 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025

Dr. Dee Dee Mahmood (Ph.D) is a transformative leader in global health, exercise science, and community well-being. As Regional Head & Adjunct Academic (International Collaborations) at Edith Cowan University and Elite Fellow at the University of Malaya, she bridges academia, research, and grassroots action to improve lives worldwide.

She is the visionary creator of Walking Football4Health Multigenerationals—a globally recognized, scientifically-backed initiative breaking barriers of age, fitness, and ability to tackle physical inactivity, social isolation, and mental health decline. This movement earned International Organisation of the Year and her groundbreaking research won the SingHealth Publish! Award.

As President & Founder of Walking Football4Health Global and Director of International Development & Research at Walking Football Association England, Dr. Dee champions inclusive, accessible health programs for multigenerational communities. Her impact extends through her roles as a TEDx speaker, keynote speaker, talk show host, research scientist, and nutritionist, translating complex science into practical, life-changing action.

From empowering older adults to fostering intergenerational connections, Dr. Dee’s work proves that joy, movement, and social bonds are powerful medicine. Her global advocacy continues to shape health policies, inspire practitioners, and mobilize communities—one step at a time.

14/08/2025

🎓 Meet the Nominees | Global Women of Influence Awards 2025
Introducing Helen Lacdao Gutierrez, a dedicated educator, registered nurse, and community leader making a powerful impact on education and migrant welfare in Hong Kong and the Philippines.

With a foundation in healthcare as a licensed nurse in the Philippines, Helen transitioned into the world of education with purpose and passion. Since 2005, she has played a pivotal role in managing nursing and educational institutions, first as a leader at St. Augustine School and College of Nursing, and now as the School Director of AMA Computer & Learning Center (ACLC) Hong Kong Ltd, where she’s served for over 13 years.

Helen is not only a school administrator—she’s a pillar of support for Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) in Hong Kong. She serves as a Board Director for the Philippine Association of Hong Kong (2025–2027) and as Club Secretary of the One Hong Kong Kamandag Bagwis Lady Eagles Club, dedicating her time and leadership to uplifting Filipino migrant communities through education, skills development, and outreach programs.

Balancing healthcare knowledge, academic management, and community service, Helen represents a rare blend of compassionate leadership and grassroots action. She believes in empowering OFWs through continuous learning, creating safe, supportive environments for growth, and advocating for access to quality education abroad.

For her tireless work in transforming lives through knowledge and service, Helen Gutierrez stands proudly as a Global Woman of Influence.

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