1. Taha Bouqdib, president, CEO and co-founder of TWG Tea
“I strongly believe in celebrating women. Particularly in the tea industry, the roles that women play in the curation of the most exceptional tea harvests and their diverse contribution to the industry have always been crucial. In fact, women were the source of inspiration for the Secret Garden Tea, which TWG Tea created for the Singapore Committee for UN Women’s Fund for Gender Equality in 2015. On a personal front, my wife and business partner, Maranda, has been a driving force behind the successes of our personal and business ventures. Her positive attitude every day inspires me, as do her rigour, professionalism, passion and smile.”