10 Distinguished Leaders Making an Impact in Europe, 2026

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Cris Beswick

Cris Beswick has built his career around one clear belief: organisations do not become innovative by accident. They become innovative when leaders create the right culture, the right behaviours, and the right conditions for people to think differently and act with courage. As an ex-CEO, entrepreneur, strategic advisor, global keynote speaker, and bestselling author, Cris has spent nearly two decades helping leaders of complex organisations build cultures capable of innovation-led growth.

Faten Abdelrahman

Faten Abdelrahman is a dedicated business leader, entrepreneur, and mother whose passion for creating better opportunities for children has shaped her professional journey. As the Director of Wiggles n Wriggles Malta, she has built a respected organisation focused on providing safe, nurturing, and high-quality childcare environments for families across Malta.

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Professor Graham Weale

Professor Graham Weale has built a remarkable career in the energy industry over nearly five decades. His journey reflects a rare mix of scientific knowledge, economic thinking, international experience, and a deep interest in helping society manage energy change in a practical way. He began his career with ExxonMobil and later worked as a European energy consultant before becoming Chief Economist at RWE AG, Germany’s largest power generator.

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Luke Todd

Luke Todd, CEO of MadeYou Limited, has built his career around one core belief – great leadership creates great business results. Through years of experience across different industries, he has developed a reputation as a leader who helps individuals, teams, and organizations unlock their full potential. Today, through MadeYou Limited, he works with managers, leaders, and senior executives across Europe and beyond, helping them become more effective, more impactful, and more connected to the people they lead.

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Marwa Khalil

Marwa Khalil has built a career that reflects courage, creativity, patience, and purpose. She is an award-winning voiceover artist, a mother of three, and a professional whose work now reaches clients across the Middle East, Europe, the United States, Africa, and other global markets. Her journey is not one that followed a straight path. 


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