From redefining and repurposing AI “for good” to elevating the global food trends, let’s celebrate the women who don’t wait for the future to happen, they’re building it.
As global industries shift, we find women who lead the transition toward more ethical, sustainable, and transparent systems. Fearless and fierce, these women are gamechangers as the first responders, architects, and disruptors in their sectors and the world urgently need.
In honor of International Women’s Day, here are 18 women who are making the world a more innovative, equitable, and mission-driven place for everyone.
Heather Holmes
Founder & CEO Publicity For Good (PFG)
Heather scaled her agency from a 23-foot Airstream into an award-winning international firm. PFG is currently the No. 1 firm for purpose-driven brands, specializing in helping mission-aligned businesses achieve category leadership. She is a pioneer in Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), ensuring that ethical brands are the ones cited as authorities by AI models. Her “Architecture of Authority” framework has helped over 400 brands find their voice and dominate their market categories.
“PR is a force for good. We ensure that the brands making a positive global impact are the ones being heard.”
See how Heather amplifies her clients and her purpose-driven mission of Publicity For Good at publicityforgood.com.
Brittney Miller
Owner, Manchester Farms
Brittney is the owner of Manchester Farms, the oldest and largest quail farm in the United States. A second-generation leader, she manages a massive agricultural operation that has remained hormone and antibiotic-free for over 40 years. Her mission centers on preserving the integrity of the American family farm while providing premium, sustainable protein to dinner tables nationwide. By championing transparent farming practices, she has set a gold standard for ethical husbandry in the modern poultry industry.
Discover how Brittney leads her flock and Manchester Farms at manchesterfarms.com.
Dr. Tamara Nall
CEO, The Leading Niche, and Founder, The Junia Legacy & HumanAI
Known as “The Data Wrangler,” Dr. Tamara Nall is a global authority on using AI and machine learning to solve complex governmental and corporate challenges, ensuring that data serves humanity rather than just bottom lines. Founder of HumanAI, Dr. Tamara Nall is the emerging global authority on the governance of human-AI relationships and redefines the “human-tech hybrid” approach. Through HumanAI, she is building a sovereign digital space and governance framework through her AI contracting firm serving over 300 million end users across 17 countries.
Wrangle up more about Dr. Tamara Nall and her work at theleadingniche.com and junialegacy.com.
Rhonesha Byng
Co-founder & CMO, BOMESI
An Emmy Award-winning journalist, Rhonesha advocates for media equity and ensures that women have the resources and information they need to bridge the gap between ambition and achievement. Her work focuses on dismantling barriers for Black-owned media and creating sustainable pipelines for diverse storytellers to thrive. By amplifying marginalized voices, she is fundamentally shifting who gets to control the cultural narrative.
Find out more about Rhonesha’s works at blackownedmedia.org and the Her Agenda community at heragenda.com.
Natalie Dawson
President & Co-Founder, Cardone Venture
Natalie is an expert in organizational design and has helped scale thousands of businesses by focusing on the most important asset: people. Her work ensures that hyper-growth never comes at the cost of a healthy, high-performance culture, creating workplaces where employees are truly invested in the mission. She is a powerhouse mentor for entrepreneurs who want to achieve massive financial success without losing their operational soul.
10X your info about Natalie Dawson and Cardone Ventures at cardoneventures.com.
Maya Lilly
Climate Change Storyteller, The YEARS Project
Maya is a Climate Change Storyteller at the Emmy Award-winning production company The YEARS Project. Named to the Grist 50, she translates complex environmental data into human-centric stories that drive global climate action and social justice. Her mission is to shift the climate narrative from one of despair to one of urgent, empathetic action. By highlighting the intersection of environmental health and human rights, she is inspiring a new generation of activists to protect the planet.
Listen to more of Maya Lilly’s climate storytelling at theyearsproject.com.
Colleen Joyce
CEO, Lawyer.com
Disrupting the legal tech landscape, Colleen brought human connection and technological efficiency to the legal industry, making it easier for people to find the help they need through AI-driven matching. Her leadership has transformed a traditionally rigid sector into one that prioritizes accessibility and user experience. She believes that navigating the law shouldn’t be a source of fear, but a pathway to resolution.
Discover more about Colleen Joyce at lawyer.com.
Julie Colombino-Billingham
Founder & CEO, Deux Mains
Julie founded the ethical fashion brand Deux Mains, born from the rubble of the Haiti earthquake. She transformed a disaster relief effort into a sustainable factory that provides living wages and uses solar power to create luxury goods for a global market. Her mission is to prove that “Made in Haiti” can be synonymous with high-end craftsmanship and environmental responsibility. Through her work, she is rebuilding communities one solar-powered stitch at a time.
Let Julie change your perspective on luxury with Deux Mains at deuxmains.com.
Tia Minzoni
President & C0-Founder, Stella Jet Brands
Tia Minzoni is redefining private aviation by transforming it into an aspirational lifestyle centered on access and human connection. Moving beyond transactional travel, she integrates aviation with cultural significance through Stella Experiences, creating celebrity-infused engagements and VIP activations that foster genuine community impact. Her mission is grounded in a resolve to provide extraordinary, white-glove luxury that empowers clients to see themselves within the traditionally exclusive world of flight.
Soar with Tia and her visionary world of Stella Jet Brands at stellajets.com.
Beven Byrnes & Dr. Carrie Hall
Executive Director & Principal, Bridges Middle School
Beven and Carrie have built a sanctuary for neurodivergent learners. Their specialized curriculum and “whole-child” approach ensure that students with learning differences are given the tools to thrive in a world not always built for them. With a mission to foster a sense of belonging and confidence in every student they serve, they are champions for educational equity, proving that when a child’s environment matches their potential, the results are transformative.
Learn more about Beven and Carrie at Bridges Middle School at bridgesms.org.
Amanda Sains-Harris
VP Marketing, Joolies
Amanda is revolutionizing the produce aisle and the “dating scene” by rebranding Joolies as a healthy, sustainable snack for the modern consumer. She is helping to shift the CPG landscape toward “Better-for-You” alternatives that don’t sacrifice flavor and her mission is to make whole-food nutrition fun, accessible, and culturally relevant for families everywhere. Through creative storytelling and vibrant branding, she has made the produce section the most exciting part of the grocery store.
Find your “perfect date” with Amanda’s work with Joolies at joolies.com.
Jackie Dorman
Relationship Coach, Matchmaker, Author
Jackie Dorman is a relationship expert and the straight-talking leader behind a global Marriage Revival. As the founder of the Last Year Single® movement, she has sparked over 1,600 successful marriages since 2020 by replacing “swipe culture” burnout with intentional, community-vetted connection. She helps singles declutter emotional pasts and identify the “blind spots” hindering healthy partnerships. A former TV executive and bestselling author of Married in 12 Months or Less, she provides a high-speed roadmap to relational readiness and a lasting family legacy.
Stop swiping and start your “HeartWork” to find your Spirit Mate with Jackie Dorman at jackiedorman.com.
Lauren Salaun
Entrepreneur, Transformational Facilitator, Somatic Coach
Lauren Salaun empowers high-achieving women to break free from “boss babe” hustle culture and embody their feminine magnetism. She specializes in helping other neurodivergent women embrace their unique intensity as a magnetic strength rather than something to be masked. Her methodology combines nervous system regulation and somatic healing with advanced subconscious reprogramming to shift women from masculine force into authentic receptivity. Her mission is to redefine success, guiding women to attract dream relationships and aligned opportunities from a place of abundance and embodiment.
Find out more about Lauren Salaun and her transformational coaching at laurensalaun.com.
Jenn Just
Founder, The Brick Chick
Jenn Just founded The Brick Chick, an independent brand dedicated to creating custom-printed LEGO elements and fan merchandise for adult collectors worldwide. She has become one of Canada’s largest BrickLink store operators, ultimately earning recognition from the LEGO founding family for her craftsmanship. As a neurodiverse (ADHD and autistic), 2SLGBTQIA+, and disabled entrepreneur, she is on a mission to amplify representation in male-dominated niche industries. Her work centers on creative sovereignty and community building, providing adult fans with small-batch, quality-first products.
Be amazed with Jenn’s builds at The Brick Chick at thebrickchick.com.
Colleen Bennett
Founder and Lead Designer, CBB Design Firm
Colleen leverages a distinguished international background, including a tenure as head visual merchandiser for Ralph Lauren Home to bring a “resort-style” living aesthetic to North Carolina. Her full-service firm uses in-house architects and 3D modeling to allow clients to virtually “walk through” their designs, ensuring meticulous execution and eliminating the stress of the building process. A champion of ethical manufacturing, Colleen also founded Bute Couture, a sustainable initiative that upcycles furniture scraps into luxury handbags to support local women’s charities.
Virtually walk through your dream home before it’s built with CBB Design Firm at cbbdesignfirm.com.
Brenda West
CEO, Manhattan Beachwear
Brenda West, the Chief Bikini Whisperer at Manhattan Beachwear, leverages over 30 years of fashion expertise to translate global trends into confidence-instilling swimwear. She is instrumental in shaping the fit philosophy for a premier brand portfolio, including La Blanca and Maxine of Hollywood. Brenda’s mission is to ensure every woman feels stylish and comfortable by the water through inclusive sizing and exceptional craftsmanship.
Find your perfect fit and embrace your confidence with Manhattan Beachwear at mbwswim.com.
Vale Siegrist
Founder, Circular Club
Vale Siegrist redefines kids’ fashion with the Circular Club, a membership-based clothing club for babies and toddlers. A pioneer in the circular economy, Vale built the platform to solve the costly buy-wear-discard cycle, allowing quality pieces to rotate across multiple families rather than ending up in landfills. As a bootstrapped solo founder working in tech, she empowers busy parents to handpick elevated, stylish pieces for their children as a joyful alternative to curated boxes. Her mission is to prove that sustainable parenting can be both stylish and affordable through intentional consumption.
Find out more about Vale Siegrist and join the circular fashion movement at circularmomclub.com.
Leading the Way with Purpose
Women can’t wait for industries to change on their own. We believe that mission-driven founders must be at the center of the modern economy to build a safer, more equitable society. This International Women’s Month, you can support their work by choosing purpose-driven brands, advocating for media equity, and standing with the women making change happen.
