Most Influential Leaders to Watch in 2025
Leadership today requires more than just authority—it demands vision, courage, and impact. BizSlope’s special edition, Most Influential Leaders to Watch in 2025, celebrates trailblazers who are redefining industries and challenging conventional thinking. These leaders don’t just react to change; they create it. Inside, their stories reveal how resilience meets strategy and how purpose drives innovation. This edition is a guide to the ideas and mindsets that will define the next era of business excellence.
Kirstie Rickert, CEO of Amourprints
Kirstie Rickert, CEO of Amourprints, empowers moms and DTC founders to scale with confidence. Through authentic storytelling and values-driven leadership, she champions resilience while giving back through global initiatives like World Vision
Dr. Gabrielle, CFO of Creating a Family
Dr. Gabrielle Juba, Marine Corps veteran, CFO, and founder of Juba Forensics, blends integrity and innovation to shape the future of accounting. Beyond finance, she mentors emerging leaders and gives back to veterans and communities, inspiring others to pursue purpose-driven paths
Markus Thurman, the founder of Entity Expert AI
Markus Thurman, founder of Entity Expert AI, is a leader who believes in redefining influence through genuine impact and innovation. His company simplifies business formation for entrepreneurs. Thurman’s own leadership growth is shaped by embracing imperfections and learning from setbacks, while his personal philosophy centers on authenticity and empowering others to succeed.