MEET
THE 2025 LAUREATES
Innovators
Under 40 years of age, entrepreneurial in spirit, and community focused, the Innovator is changing the landscape globally or has emerged on the global stage as a result of his or her work. The Innovator is inspirational, full of energy, passionate about work, courageous, and promotes change and innovation on behalf of the global good.
PALESTINE
Atef
Shkokani
Atef Shkokani is a Palestinian innovator, entrepreneur, and educator recognized for his contributions to technology, patent development, and sustainable entrepreneurship.
UNITED STATES
Kathryn
Minshew
Kathryn Minshew is redefining how people build their careers. As co-founder and CEO of The Muse, she’s helped millions find meaningful work while empowering companies to hire with transparency and purpose.
Leaders
An executive-level professional who is an inspiration to others, the Leader’s contributions have advanced the landscape of business with a focus on improving the lives of others. As a result, the Leader has led companies and initiatives toward the Global Goals and is a role model who exhibits social values, inclusivity, and a global point of view. The Leader is likely to have led with a large scope of responsibility, resources, and talent (for example, 200+ employees, $3+ million annual revenue).
CANADA
Dr. Samantha
Nutt
Dr. Samantha Nutt has spent more than two decades working with communities affected by war. Guided by courage and compassion, she’s shown that peace begins with protecting the vulnerable and empowering humanity to rebuild.
EL SALVADOR
María Eugenia (Mayu) Brizuela de Ávila
As El Salvador’s first female foreign minister and one of Latin America’s first women to lead a multinational bank, Mayu Ávila is a trailblazer in business, government, and sustainability who continues to inspire future leaders across the region.
BAHRAIN
Dr. Fatima Albalooshi
Dr. Fatima Albalooshi has transformed Bahrain’s government through empathy and technology. Her work in education, health, and digital inclusion has expanded opportunity and inspired future generations across the Arab world.
The Voting Jury
The JA Global Business Hall of Fame voting jury is a virtual who’s who of today’s business leaders. Invited members include the JA Worldwide Board of Governors, the JA Global Council, the JA Member Council, the JA University Chancellors, Global CSR and philanthropy leaders, Board Chairs of JA countries and areas, and JA alumni.
