In the ever-evolving landscape of business, innovation is the heartbeat of progress. As we venture into 2024, a new wave of entrepreneurs has emerged, wielding disruptive ideas that challenge the status quo across various industries. These visionaries are not merely content with success; they are on a mission to redefine the rules, rewrite the playbook, and revolutionize their sectors. From cutting-edge technology to sustainable solutions and beyond, the top 10 entrepreneurs disrupting their industries in 2024 are setting the stage for a future that’s as thrilling as it is transformative. Join us as we delve into their groundbreaking ventures and explore how they’re reshaping the world as we know it.
Stephanie K. Nihon
Stephanie Nihon has helped shape the face of the talent industry in The Bahamas and is now a known leader in entertainment in the Caribbean. She first made history as the first Bahamian model to sign with Elite NYC and be featured in Italian Vogue. After transitioning to the other side of the camera she found her life’s passion was to mentor and develop the talent of the underrepresented with a focus on starting with those from her home country. Nihon’s efforts have changed lives and she has placed many models and actors with top agencies. Her most beloved endeavour yet is as the creator of the award-winning children’s show, “Goombay Kids” that recently secured a historic US streaming deal for the region. Nihon won Best Producer for the series at The Cannes World Film festival and has spoken on many industry panels including keynote speaker for a UNESCO event. Nihon is also the Founder of The Cays Conference, a red-carpet scouting event that hosts the top model and talent agencies to provide further opportunity for the region.
Divya LV Jegasundaram
Divya LV Jegasundaram, a 39-year-old PCC level Coach accredited by the ICF, is the CEO and Founder of Coach Life Play Life Inc. Holding various coaching certifications, including Certified Executive & Business Coach, Organizational Development Coach, Fulfillment Life Coach, Emotional Intelligence Coach, and Master Spirit Life Coach, Divya has emerged as a dynamic and results-driven leader in the coaching industry. She is a coach mentor, senior lecturer at a prestigious coaching school, keynote speaker, and a multiple-time best-selling author.
Beyond her role as a full-time Coach, Divya is recognized for her commitment to social impact as the proud co-creator of the Coach Wisdom book series and the founder of One Heart One Life, a non-profit organization dedicated to mental health and suicide prevention.
As the CEO and Founder of Coach Life Play Life Inc., Divya specializes in Executive & Business Coaching, with additional expertise in DEIA coaching and Conflict Resolution. Described as a leader with strong people development skills, disciplined coaching practices, and an uncompromising work ethic, Divya is committed to motivating, inspiring, and empowering her clients and coach students. She believes in breaking through constraints, unleashing endless capabilities, and guiding clients through challenges to achieve their desired outcomes.
Dr. Amin Sanaia
Dr. Amin Sanaia, a visionary leader and founder of SAN Consulting Enterprise LLC, has dedicated over two decades to transforming lives through leadership development. Migrating from the Dominican Republic to New York City as a child, Amin overcame language barriers and cultural shocks, emerging resilient and well-rounded. With a passion for serving others, he leverages extensive experience as an author, professor, coach, servant leader, and professional speaker with a John Maxwell Certification. Amin’s people-first approach is evident in The CRAVE Mastery Program, providing tailored strategies for individuals and organizations. He is also founder of the CRAVE Leadership Model. His values—Communication, Respect, Authenticity, Vulnerability, and Empathy (CRAVE)—fuel a commitment to honest, respectful, and empathetic guidance. Amin’s mission extends to building exceptional teams and empowering professionals for positive change, with a vision to create opportunities through a non-profit offering scholarships to underprivileged individuals. Join him on a transformative journey to unlock your potential and make a lasting impact.
Paula Margulis
An Empress, an Entrepreneur, and A Masterful Leader, Paula guarantees a new idea leading to a new game. New game = New results! For the past 12 years, Paula has worked alongside her Partner and Mother as a duo selling real estate until recently expanding their team to include 3 new Realtors and counting. Not only is she expanding her team, but Paula is also expanding her empire: Chief Networking Officer of Total Knockout Referrals and Founder & CEO of PawlaNation Inc. Network, Foundation & Sanctuary. As a Global Game Changer, Paula Margulis has committed the last 10 years of her life to developing and mastering her “self” game such that she is interrupting the status quo by offering and creating opportunities and possibilities to and for herself and others. She has spent the last 4 years honing in her leadership skills with world-class trainers. Paula is a powerhouse and a global leader in the making.
Dr. Peter Mann
Dr. Peter Mann is a renowned cosmetic dentist in NYC. He’s the founder of Smile Arts of NY, a modern dental cosmetic office located in midtown Manhattan. He’s been creating natural looking amazing smiles for his patients since 2010. His dental office has expanded at a steady pace to currently employ 35 people. Dr. Mann leveraged his amazing 5-star reputation in his marketing and social media presence to grow. He utilizes latest technology to provide patients with state of the art experience. Clients appreciate his gentle touch and friendly customer service.
Dr. Mann also created a popular teeth whitening company, called “Kaboom!” Recognizing that the market was focused on aesthetics, he launched a teeth whitening company to meet the demand. The most popular product is the teeth whitening pens, which sell out almost as soon as they arrive in his office.
Carmen Delprat
Carmen Delprat is a Newcastle Australian artist who is taking a forward step in marketing her own personal brand and unique art. Selling her exotic collection as originals and quality fine art prints, branching into fashion accessories with her beautiful art scarf collection, paring art with luxury in perfect harmony and style. Carmen’s art merges in several styles including fine art, surrealism and symbolism creating dreamy interpretations of the world around her with vivid colour and imagination.
Carmen has worked internationally for production and promotion companies and held solo and group exhibitions. Her art is featured in Art Lovers Australia, Art Edit and British magazines including The World of Interiors, TATLER, Vanity Fair, House & Garden, Vogue, WIRED, Abode2, House of Coco and London’s Life magazines and the Condé Nast Traveller.
Carmen’s work is a symbol of empowerment and visual delight. Her dedication to art is unrelenting, teaching, creating and engaging in an artistic life that revolves around a growth mindset to constantly improve, seek and discover new ways to compose her art. For more details on Carmen’s work visit the full collection at www.carmendelpratart.com and follow @carmendelpratart on Instagram.
George Meressa
George Meressa is a highly skilled and experienced digital advertiser who has a strong entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for helping businesses succeed on Amazon. With over a decade of experience in the field, George has a wealth of knowledge and expertise in various advertising platforms.
In 2011 George founded his own advertising agency, Clear Ads. Despite the constantly evolving advertising industry, George and his team have remained successful by continually learning and growing. George found a niche in the market for Amazon advertising, and through sheer determination and commitment, Clear Ads has become a well-respected and in-demand advertising agency and has been given the prestigious Amazon Verified Partnership status from Amazon. Since then Clear Ads has empowered hundreds of businesses to achieve their potential through Amazon PPC and DSP advertising.
George is now a world renowned speaker at international Amazon events such as the Billion Dollar Seller Summit, where he shares his industry knowledge and expertise with others; distinguishing himself and Clear Ads from other Amazon advertising agencies. In addition, George has his own documentary series on YouTube called “The Man Behind The Brand”, which documents his journey as a business owner and highlights his passion for Clear Ads.
Claudio Gambin
Claudio Gambin continues to blaze a trail in the world of finance and business consulting. After graduating from the University of Central Florida, Claudio started as an intern in the financial services business and quickly fell in love with the work. He became a full-time Financial Advisor in 2010 and went on to open his own firm, GFG Solutions, in 2018. Through years of working with business owners and entrepreneurs, Claudio realized his passion and specialty for helping those clients in the areas of risk management, cumulative tax planning, estate distribution strategies and business transfer planning. GFG Solutions exists to bring peace of mind, clarity, and happiness to clients that own and manage businesses. Claudio continues to help business owners all over the world move from relationship value to enterprise value.
Myrte Scheffer
Myrte Scheffer went from being a small-town country girl in the Netherlands to an International Business Guide for Social Impact and a Motivational Speaker. Myrte started her first business in 2009 when she was only 23 and never stopped since then. Shown as a high-level GameChanger by The GC Index® – an organic metric that measures the energy that people use to create impact in their business, teams, organizations and professional environment – she is constantly working on transforming the future. She is further known for her disruptive thinking to leverage opportunities and building innovative ideas that have delivered tremendous growth and positivity.
Myrte is the Founder of GameChangers United (on- and offline and as a Podcast) for entrepreneurs and organizations on a social mission. She helps fondly known ‘Impact Players’ such as, director of the National Football Association, Pepsi Cola, Mercedes-Benz and global entrepreneurs on a social mission, to create an authentic, sustainable and successful business.
In her upcoming book “Return to Self”, she describes her own transformational journey with her multi-disabled sister, losing her in 2017, losing her twin babies in 2020 and drawing the inspiration from experiences to seize growth. A well-sought global speaker, Myrte speaks about social business and how to transform personal tribulations into a professional power for others.
Rosemary Calcese, Esq.
Rosemary is a veteran, mother of two, wife of 13 years, and lawyer. She has been pioneering the transformation of real estate closings and the practice of real estate law throughout Tennessee and Texas by creating streamlined processes and going the extra mile for her clients. Rosemary brings more than 15 years of experience in real estate law to the private market and has represented “Fortune 500” companies, big firms, contractors, and an extensive portfolio of residential clients to every closing. With a national title company and a multi-state law firm, she and her team have given similar experience to every client she works with.
As an entrepreneur, Rosemary focuses on client appreciation, communication, and best practices to lead her companies. While she thrives, she aims to create a company culture that inspires creative thinking, humility, and respect. Further driven by philanthropy, she has two non-profits that touch veterans, foster care children, and human trafficking. They are Aerial Recovery and Jonathan’s Path. She sits on several boards and uses her real estate knowledge to obtain housing opportunities and capital investors to support each of her non-profits.
Final Thoughts
As we conclude our journey through the realm of disruptive entrepreneurship in 2024, one thing becomes abundantly clear: the future belongs to those who dare to dream differently. The top 10 entrepreneurs highlighted here have not only challenged conventions but have also redefined success on their own terms. Through innovation, resilience, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, they have shattered barriers, sparked revolutions, and paved the way for a more dynamic, inclusive, and sustainable tomorrow. As we bid farewell to this exploration, let us carry forward the spirit of disruption, embracing change as an opportunity to create, to innovate, and to leave an indelible mark on the world. After all, in the landscape of tomorrow, the disruptors are the true architects of progress.
