In every corner of the world, women are leading, innovating, and inspiring change. Whether in business, science, activism, or the arts, they are breaking barriers, challenging norms, and proving that anything is possible. Some are well-known names, while others are rising stars, but all of them are making an impact. Here are 20 inspiring women to watch in 2025, each carving her own path and shaping the future in powerful ways.
London Enane
London Enane is a visionary dynamic force of creativity with an insatiable passion for art, design, and storytelling. She shines as a multifaceted artist whose repertoire includes photography, acting, fashion design, and creative writing.
This celebrated published poet, raw and evocative exploration of human emotion, identity, and resilience has captivated readers worldwide. In the midst of writing and producing her first film, where her talents in storytelling and cinematic vision will undoubtedly take center stage. She’s designing a bold and inspiring fashion line, bringing her distinct aesthetic to the world of style
and design. This fall, offering audiences a glimpse into her vivid, thought-provoking visual narratives, she will debut her highly anticipated art gallery.
Whether she’s behind a camera lens, on a canvas, writing a screenplay, crafting couture, or penning a poem, her artistic philosophy remains rooted in authenticity and fearless exploration. London Enane isn’t just creating art—she’s creating a legacy.
Cailean Gysler
Cailean Gysler is a dynamic leader, entrepreneur, and storyteller who transforms challenges into powerful lessons filled with humor and heart. After navigating the highs and lows of a corporate finance career in a male-dominated industry, she made the bold leap from the boardroom to the bakery—launching a thriving cupcake business from scratch. Her journey has inspired countless women to embrace change, challenge the status quo, and claim their place as leaders.
Now, Cailean helps not only individuals but also organizations develop strong female leadership pipelines. Through her 90-Day Executive Edge Program, she partners with CEOs and HR leaders to turn female employees into future powerhouse executives—boosting retention, innovation, and profitability. Her approach isn’t about checking a diversity box; it’s about future-proofing companies by equipping them with bold, visionary leaders who drive real business results.
Whether mentoring women in their careers, helping businesses retain top talent, or writing about self-advocacy and leadership, Cailean’s voice is bold, empowering, and refreshingly real. She’s not just making waves—she’s shifting the tide. In 2025, expect to see her at the forefront of reshaping how women lead, businesses grow, and industries evolve.
Sonia B.J. Yousef
Sonia B.J. Yousef is a dedicated Naturopathic Doctor with 16 years of experience, passionately empowering Muslim Women to achieve Holistic Wellness and embrace their Best Selves. As the founder of Wonder Muslim Women © and creator of the transformative Meant to Thrive program, Sonia bridges the gap between Modern Health practices and Faith-centered Guidance.
With a deep understanding of the unique challenges Muslim Women face, Sonia provides Actionable Tools to enhance physical, emotional, and spiritual Well-being. Her work inspires thousands to cultivate Self-love, strengthen their Iman, and thrive in all areas of life.
Through her programs, books, podcasts, conferences, social media presence, and the WMW Wellness App, Sonia serves as a guiding Light for a global community of Muslim Women. Her mission is simple yet profound: to remind women they are not just surviving—they are Meant to Thrive.
Denise Cooke
Denise Cooke is a dynamic entrepreneur, CEO, Master Coach, and Author based in St. Augustine, Florida. With a passion for empowering others, Denise is a respected public figure, transforming countless lives through her coaching programs, focusing on health and fitness, and personal development. As a multi-published cover model and aspiring fitness professional, she shares her journey of life transformation to inspire and motivate others to become the best version of themselves.
Denise’s coaching philosophy is built on the cornerstones of making a decision, committing to it, and taking action. She offers a range of services, including one-on-one coaching, nutrition plans, and fitness programming, all designed to help individuals achieve their goals and lead healthier, happier lives.
In addition to her coaching work, Denise is a successful entrepreneur and CEO, leading her business with love and grace. She is also a devoted wife and grandmother, embracing life with a mature elegance that resonates with her clients and followers.
Denise’s story of transformation from obesity to becoming a cover model is a testament to her dedication and resilience. Her mission is to guide others on their journey to empowered health, fitness, and happiness, making her a true inspiration in the world of personal development.
Currently, Denise is working on an exciting new project: opening “Shanti Kava”, a non-alcoholic environment that uses botanicals to support health while fostering a booze-free place of community. This innovative space aims to provide a welcoming and supportive atmosphere for individuals seeking a healthier lifestyle and meaningful connections.
Petra Schott
Petra Schott is an abstract oil painter from Frankfurt/M, Germany. Her work reflects her everyday life as a woman, her longings, and memories, exploring fundamental questions of life.
Her emotionally resonant art invites viewers into a space of imagination and introspection. Schott’s paintings blend lyrical abstraction with figurative elements, exploring nostalgia, human relationships, and nature’s intangible aspects. Her expressive work delves into emotions and the human psyche, highlighting fragility, sensitivity, and spirituality.
Art curator Nell Cardozo notes, “There is a generous intimacy in Schott’s use of color that coaxes out a subtle interplay between comfort and longing. Looking into them is like looking into a dream that belongs to some common consciousness.“
Petra regularly exhibits internationally and is represented by several galleries, including Tappan Collective in Los Angeles, Konsum163 in Munich, Mirena Art Gallery in Saint Paul de Vence and Hancock Gallery in Newcastle.
Steiffany Ruth
Steiffany Ruth is a world-traveling entrepreneur, CEO, and founder of multiple businesses, including Manna Delight (Alaska & the Philippines), Emerald Isle Production, House of Nelson, MDRN Empress, Marie Modish, HotSpot, and Steiffany’s Collection. She also owns a K-Egg franchise in the Philippines and works as a bartender in Kodiak, Alaska.
Her entrepreneurial journey began at age six, selling stickers at school to buy snacks. Early on, she realized that financial independence meant freedom. At nineteen, she traveled the world, experiencing diverse cultures that shaped her purpose, to inspire and help others achieve their dreams.
Success didn’t come easily. She faced setbacks, hitting rock bottom during the 2018 pandemic. But in surrendering to God, she found strength. Her baking business skyrocketed in December 2020, launching her into a new era of success.
Now, Steiffany manages cafes, restaurants, and properties while juggling two jobs and vlogging on YouTube. Her story proves that hard work and motivation alone aren’t enough, putting faith first is the key to a truly successful life.
Keyva King
Keyva King is an entrepreneur on a mission to break stereotypes, foster connections, and promote self-love through cannabis culture. With a keen eye for creativity and a passion for community, she thrives on building meaningful relationships and encouraging collaboration.
Driven by personal experiences and a desire to shift perceptions about cannabis, Keyva envisioned a true Cannabis Boutique, one that feels more like an Apple store than a traditional smoke shop. Her background in real estate and property management provided her with a strong foundation in budgeting and business operations, while her innate organizational skills, influenced by her attention to detail, enhanced her time management and adaptability.
A hands-on creator, Keyva played a pivotal role in developing her house brand, meticulously crafting every detail. From selecting product ingredients to designing packaging, she ensures that each element aligns with her vision of quality and innovation in the cannabis industry.
Christina Fox
Christina Fox is a powerhouse entrepreneur, relationship coach, and devoted mother of eight. As the owner of Armstrong Apple Orchard and Spoonlickers Café in Campbellsport, WI, she has created thriving community spaces that inspire connection and empowerment. A certified Laura Doyle Relationship Coach, Christina helps women cultivate self-love, strengthen relationships, and unlock their full potential.
Recognized as one of the top 30 women to watch in 2025, Christina’s influence spans business, coaching, and personal transformation. In 2023, she and her family traveled to 17 countries, deepening her understanding of global connections and resilience. Her mission is simple yet profound: to empower women to embrace their strength, redefine modern relationships, and create the life they envision.
Tonya M Conrad
Tonya M. Conrad is the owner of Infinique Skin and Infinique Academy, bringing over 21 years of expertise as a Master Aesthetician and PMU Master Artist. Specializing in permanent makeup (PMU), she is renowned for her precision in brows, eyeliner, Ombré Lip, and areola restoration, transforming the lives of thousands of clients while mentoring hundreds of students.
Infinique Skin leads the industry with cutting-edge non-surgical aesthetic treatments, including Fractional Fibroblast, known for its advanced skin-tightening results. Tonya’s expertise in wrinkle reduction, spider vein removal, and pigmentation correction sets her apart as a Midwest leader in aesthetics.
Since 2004, Tonya and her dedicated team have helped clients achieve confidence through innovative treatments. Infinique Skin’s minimally invasive procedures ensure a quick return to daily life, offering expert care in a welcoming environment.
Recognized for excellence, Infinique Skin has received Platinum and Gold awards in the 2023, 2024, and 2025 Community Votes – Fox Valley, Wisconsin.
Clients and students alike praise Tonya’s unwavering dedication to her craft, with many describing her work as an art form that empowers and inspires confidence.
Sammy Dorahy
An entrepreneur, Sammy Dorahy founded In Balance Wellness and In Balance Education— concepts turned organizations that have positively impacted the wellness and education sectors.
While honoring tradition, Sammy combines her love for the art of the Pilates methodology and respectfully progresses the growth of the industry. The art of Pilates remains at the heart of Sammy’s business ventures, the Science is what will evolve and empower the future of the industry.
Understanding the importance of being the catalyst for change, Sammy recruited a team of professionals for the education arm of her business. A growing team of professionals from industries outside of Pilates brings new skill sets into an industry to raise industry standards with respect to how Pilates Education is delivered. Sammy understands to make change to many we must start with those who stand in front of the masses – by developing the individual, we educate the educators.
Sammy and her team are now focused on expanding the business internationally, with the vision of leading Pilates education globally. With links already in Bali, Sammy and the team are actively working to enter major markets such as New York and other major cities. Stay tuned for exciting developments in this sector.
Sharon Chan
Sharon Chan is an entrepreneur from Hong Kong and the visionary behind the MCCAYLAA brand, which she founded in 2018 with the mission to “Make Clients AlwaYs Look AmAzing.” MCCAYLAA embraces the BCBG – Bon Chic Bon Genre concept, carefully curating hair accessories and fashion jewelry that empower customers to express their unique styles—ranging from carefree to classical, from elegant to passionate.
In addition to sourcing distinctive fashion jewelry from various parts of Europe, Sharon Chan expanded her creative endeavors by launching her own jewelry line, | 𝐌 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐒 |, in 2023. Alongside this, she began offering personalized styling services to her clientele.
The design philosophy behind | 𝐌 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐒 | is deeply rooted in European cultural heritage, blending tradition with innovation to create and upcycle fashionable, forward-thinking costume jewelry for stylish individuals. Since its debut in July 2023, | 𝐌 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐒 | has released multiple collections in its Hong Kong store and had the prestigious opportunity to exhibit at Paris Fashion Week in March 2024.
With a commitment to creativity and excellence, MCCAYLAA continues to build upon its success, offering exquisite European jewelry and expert styling services to fulfill its mission—to Make Clients AlwaYs Look AmAzing.
Erin M. Akers
Erin M. Akers created the first and longest-running support group for diabetes and eating disorders on Facebook in 2008. This became the backbone for what grew to become Diabulimia Helpline in 2009, the world’s first non-profit organization dedicated to support, awareness, and advocacy for those struggling with diabetes and eating disorders. In 2018 they rebranded as DBH when they expanded into diabetes and ALL mental health issues. Trained in NEDA’s ‘The Body Project,” Erin has spent 15 years working with the emotional and behavioral aspects of diabetes and how they connect to food and body issues.
Now Erin trains eating disorder centers to implement diabetes and eating disorder-specific programs across the country, as well as speaking at diabetes clinics all over the U.S. Erin has spoken at The AADE, ADCES, ADA, NEDA, and IAEDP conferences. Erin can be found in publications such as Diabetes Forecast, Diabetes Health, Diabetes Care, and PLAID Academic Journal. She has also appeared on the Huffington Post, NBC News, and Discovery Health Channel. Erin partnered with WebMD to film a short documentary highlighting a life lived with diabulimia. Now a Certified Personal Counselor, Erin works as a behavioral health counselor at an adolescent residential eating disorder facility helping teens who struggled as she once did.
Erin is the Executive Conference Chair of the bi-annual International Conference on Diabetes and Mental Health. This year the conference will be May 2nd – 4th at The New Yorker, a Wyndham Hotel. Find the agenda at the link below.
Margot McKenna
Margot McKenna has an undeniable flare for all things design and style. The long-time Real estate mogul has turned her lifelong love of shopping and fashion into her latest passion project; Chateau Margot.
Chateau Margot, aptly named after the circular style maven, is Margot’s own literal “fashion house”. Where she shares pieces from her personal closet and archival collections. Always strongly vintage-focused, ever-expanding, and forever circular.
The Intention: Helping women interpret their unique personal style through conscious luxury fashion at attainable price points. Highlighting quality over quantity, always.
At Chateau Margot, you will find Luxury ready-to-wear, jewelry, and accessory items spanning from runway looks to street styles.
Each piece tells a story that specifically speaks to her sense of personal style and fashion aesthetic of the moment. All are personally chosen by Margot and sourced from all over the world.
“Style is your personal art expression. It is the way you present yourself to the world. I choose to do that with a no-rules-apply attitude and the utmost confidence. I dress for myself and no one else. Style is my love language.”
Janine Slater
With over 12 years of experience in medical aesthetics, Janine Slater is a dynamic force in the industry. A highly skilled medical aesthetician and laser instructor, Janine was named Best Medical Aesthetician by Philly Style Magazine in both 2023 and 2024. Her expertise and passion shine through in her work, as she helps clients achieve their best selves by aligning their outer appearance with their inner confidence. Each client’s journey is a personalized experience that leaves them feeling rejuvenated and empowered.
Beyond her hands-on work with clients, Janine is also dedicated to mentoring the next generation of laser professionals. She is passionate about teaching, inspiring her students to pursue their passion for the field while equipping them with the skills they need to succeed. As a mentor, Janine is particularly focused on empowering aesthetic professionals to take the next step in their careers and achieve their professional goals.
When she’s not transforming lives in the aesthetic world, Janine enjoys traveling and cherishes her role as a devoted wife, mother of four grown children, and grandmother. She finds fulfillment in balancing a thriving career with a rich family life, embodying the harmony of work and home. Janine’s dedication to both her craft and her loved ones makes her a true standout in the world of medical aesthetics.
Gen Stoney
Gen Stoney is redefining what it means to thrive in sobriety and live a purposeful, abundant life. With 17 years of continuous sobriety, she has transformed her journey into a source of hope and empowerment as a trusted sobriety mentor, dynamic speaker, and celebrated author.
Holding a psychology degree with honors and certifications in recovery coaching, life coaching, EFT, meditation, and chakra healing, Gen combines evidence-based strategies with a compassionate, heart-centered approach. She helps individuals move beyond alcohol, reclaim their strength, and create lives filled with clarity and expansion.
A 2x best-selling author and host of The Unapologetic Woman podcast, Gen has shared stages with Elizabeth Gilbert and Valarie Kaur and has been featured on FOX and The CW. Her story stands as proof that recovery isn’t just possible—it’s a pathway to joy, freedom, and a deeply fulfilling life.
Jennifer Harrison
As a social worker, psychotherapist, and interdisciplinary artist, Jennifer Harrison inspires others to live authentically, intentionally, and in good health through her individual clinical work and her socially provocative visual art, performance, poetry, and writing.
Jennifer is the Founder of Organic Inner Work, offering somatic and depth-oriented psychotherapy and motivational coaching. With nearly 30 years of serving in the mental health field, she specializes in trauma, addiction, somatic work, and risk management. Her art, often an expression of human struggle and transformation, has been shown internationally and locally in London, NYC, and the West Coast.
Her mission is to raise awareness of important issues related to marginilized groups of people, encourage social change on a societal level, and help people heal from the inside out in a way that shifts the intergenerational transmission of transforming suffering into positivity, wholeness, and new direction in our current and future lives.
Abby Kira Voh
Meet Your Mental Health Maven. Abby Kira Voh was born into a rich tapestry of three cultures where she saw different perspectives clash, collaborate, and create individual realities. Seeing how powerful one’s mindset has on one’s reality, she became fascinated with psychology.
In her clinical practice, she specializes in women’s and reproductive mental health. Women seek her out to not only treat anxiety but to connect back to their Authentic Selves. Abby integrates some of psychology’s most advanced and ancient technology, helping women transform their relationships with themselves and others.
Why should you follow Abby? She’ll expose you to new perspectives while giving you practical evidence-based tools for empowerment. She’ll help you break patterns and keep you at your growth edge. She’ll get you to think critically, and act compassionately. She is not the therapist who will sit and nod but challenge you to grow.
Robyn Shumer
Robyn Shumer is a coach, author, educator, and speaker dedicated to empowering early and mid-career professionals to thrive. An International Coaching Federation (ICF) certified coach, Robyn provides one-on-one coaching for motivated college students, emerging leaders navigating early roles, and managers aspiring to advance. Her dynamic approach combines self-reflection, clear goal-setting, and accountability to foster growth and meaningful change.
In addition to coaching, Robyn is the author of Bones: Anorexia, Anxiety, and My Path to Self-Love, a memoir about resilience and recovery, and she leads the storytelling workshop “Leading with Impact Through Storytelling.” A sought-after facilitator for team-building sessions, Robyn helps organizations enhance collaboration, communication, and culture. She has shared her insights on leadership and personal development through her TEDx talk and her work with young professionals, helping them secure impactful roles in multinational companies and nonprofits.
Kim Dang
Kim Dang is a transformational coach, film producer, and former Yale professor who helps high achievers navigate change with confidence. With a PhD in Mathematics and a background in Film Science, she blends analytical thinking with creative problem-solving to guide professionals and entrepreneurs through personal and career reinvention.
After leaving academia, Kim founded Dark Runner, a boutique media company specializing in biopics and legacy films. Through storytelling, she captures powerful personal journeys, inspiring others to redefine success on their own terms. Her coaching programs, Quiet Wealth Creation and The Art of Starting Over help individuals break free from uncertainty, realign with their true purpose, and take decisive action toward fulfilling lives.
Kim is also an author, with a book set for release in 2025, sharing insights on self-trust, resilience, and navigating transitions. Whether through coaching, filmmaking, or writing, her mission remains the same: to empower people to rewrite their stories and step into their full potential.
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Final Thoughts
These women are more than just leaders in their fields, they are role models, change-makers, and trailblazers. Their stories remind us that success is not just about talent; it’s about courage, persistence, and the willingness to uplift others along the way. As they continue to make waves, one thing is clear: the future is brighter because of them. Keep watching, this is just the beginning.
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