MEET THE 2024 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.
ODUNAYO EWENIYI
Odunayo is a Nigerian business executive and activist. This inspiring co-founder of PiggyVest, Feminist Coalition, and FirstCheck Africa is one of the continent’s preeminent feminist entrepreneurs.
DANIEL GÓMEZ ÍÑIGUEZ
Daniel co-founded his first company, SOLBEN, when he was only 16 years old. Currently, Daniel leads ANAPANA, which aims to set the standard for continuous air quality monitoring in enclosed spaces and its purification, impacting millions and making us aware of the air we breathe.
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).
JORGE GERDAU JOHANNPETER
Jorge is a prominent Brazilian businessman known for his leadership in the steel industry. Under his leadership, Gerdau Group expanded significantly, becoming a leading global steel producer.
ROSHNI NADAR MALHOTRA
Roshni is the Chairperson of HCLTech, a leading global technology company with a market capitalization of US$51 billion, and the first woman to lead a listed IT company in India. She has been consistently listed among Forbes’ “World’s 100 Most Powerful Women.”
THE 2024 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.
