In the ever-evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, the year 2024 promises to be a thrilling journey filled with innovation, resilience, and boundless potential. As we stand on the cusp of a new era, it's crucial to cast our gaze towards the visionaries and trailblazers who are set to redefine the entrepreneurial landscape. From tech titans revolutionizing artificial intelligence to social entrepreneurs driving impactful change, the stage is set for a lineup of individuals poised to make waves and inspire us all. Join us as we unveil the top 10 successful entrepreneurs to watch out for in 2024, each with a unique story, a bold vision, and the determination to shape the future.
Stephen Vingiello
Redefining Real Estate Success In the fast-paced world of real estate, one name stands out among the rest - Stephen Vingiello. As a Realtor at HomeSmart Luxury, Stephen has redefined what it means to provide top-tier service to his clients. His work ethic is the stuff of legend, with many success stories attributing their achievements to his dedication and expertise. Stephen's approach to real estate is not just about buying or selling properties; it's about building lasting relationships with his clients. His clients' dedication to him is a testament to the trust and respect he has earned in the industry. With a fresh perspective and innovative strategies, Stephen Vingiello is paving the way for a new era in real estate. His commitment to excellence and unwavering dedication to his clients set him apart as one of the top entrepreneurs to watch in 2024.
Aniquia Bell
Aniquia Bell, born and raised in Nassau, New Providence The Bahamas, has significantly transformed business operations in the Caribbean, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recognizing the region's heavy reliance on tourism and the need for diversification, she pioneered a comprehensive plan to assist entrepreneurs in establishing and growing their online businesses from home. With over 2,000 entrepreneurs across 11 Caribbean countries benefiting from her expertise,
Aniquia has been a driving force in e-commerce in the region for the past eight years. Her groundbreaking work includes creating the first multivendor platform tailored to Caribbean entrepreneurs, known as Teluscope, which emphasizes branding, marketing, and software education. Notably, she is the first female in the Caribbean to achieve this milestone. Aniquia's dedication extends to nurturing the next generation of entrepreneurs, empowering them to leverage digital platforms for economic success. With her guidance, she aims to revolutionize business practices throughout the Caribbean.
Kanesh Mohana Sundaram
Kanesh Mohana Sundaram is a visionary entrepreneur and acclaimed filmmaker, renowned for his unparalleled contributions to both the entertainment and security sectors. As the esteemed director of GVKM Elephant Pictures, Kanesh oversees a dynamic array of cinematic ventures that resonate with global audiences. His groundbreaking productions, including the Malaysian Indian film "Villavan" and the Australian thriller "Aiyai: Wrathful Soul," have earned widespread acclaim and numerous accolades. Beyond the silver screen, Kanesh's leadership roles in Nusantara Security Services Sdn Bhd and Redza Security Sdn Bhd showcase his strategic vision and operational mastery, ensuring the safety and security of clients with unwavering dedication. With a multifaceted portfolio spanning multiple continents, Kanesh continues to redefine success, illuminating pathways to prosperity and inspiring generations of entrepreneurs worldwide. As a trailblazer in both entertainment and business, Kanesh Mohana Sundaram exemplifies the transformative power of creativity, innovation, and unwavering determination.
Will Basta
Will Basta is an entrepreneur, real estate investor , venture capitalist. Cofounder of Ascend Ecom, an 8 figure e-commerce investment management and logistics company. Based in Los Angeles California, with over 500 clients and 50 million in revenue in 3 years. Also a real estate portfolio of 7 million with 5 rental properties in Venice,CA and international investments in the financial// hospitality sectors aswell as investments in clean water projects internationally.
10 years of experience in the technology industry and startup industry with 5+ years working in Ecommerce. Ascend Ecom started in 2020 and has focused on transparency, innovation and sustainability in the ecommerce sector, which has propelled Ascend Ecom to be the leader in the industry in under 3 years, providing passive income opportunities for clients looking to diversify their portfolio and invest in an emerging alternative asset class.. Plans to expand globally in the next 12 months providing access to seller markets for Ascend clients in Canada, UK and Germany to follow.
Danielle Gronich
Danielle is the founder CEO of CLEARSTEM Skincare as well as San Diego Acne Clinic. After 10 years of struggling with her own skin, Danielle left the corporate world to become a clinical esthetician and acne expert. By applying her background in biology and genetics, she created a system to identify the root causes of skin issues that are usually missed by traditional dermatologists. She is now known as The Acne Guru ® and has helped thousands of people clear their skin without resorting to toxic medications.
As a CEO Danielle focuses her time on product innovation and education. Her brands have seen massive success despite being in crowded markets due to the systems she has created to fill the gaps left by modern dermatology. CLEARSTEM has a cult following and is best known for creating a hormonal acne supplement that helps people avoid resorting to toxic pharmaceuticals.
Rosemary Calcese, Esq.
Rosemary is a veteran, mother of two, wife of 13 years, and lawyer. She has been pioneering the transformation of real estate closings and the practice of real estate law throughout Tennessee and Texas by creating streamlined processes and going the extra mile for her clients. Rosemary brings more than 15 years of experience in real estate law to the private market and has represented “Fortune 500” companies, big firms, contractors, and an extensive portfolio of residential clients to every closing. With a national title company and a multi-state law firm, she and her team have given similar experience to every client she works with.
As an entrepreneur, Rosemary focuses on client appreciation, communication, and best practices to lead her companies. While she thrives, she aims to create a company culture that inspires creative thinking, humility, and respect. Further driven by philanthropy, she has two non-profits that touch veterans, foster care children, and human trafficking. They are Aerial Recovery and Jonathan’s Path. She sits on several boards and uses her real estate knowledge to obtain housing opportunities and capital investors to support each of her non-profits.
Russell Diehl
Russell aids people around the world improve themselves, their environment, society, work, and be who they truly want to be, while supporting their good health mentally, socially, emotionally, and behaviorally. As a special multi-purpose entrepreneur as C.E.O. of Big Diehl Records, LLC, President of the Diehl Foundation, Inc., a Director, a Chairman, General Partner of Bigger Diehl Sports & Cinemas Films Entertainment International, LLP, and music artist, Russell uses his music, good and right example of himself, and his corporations to reach people all over the world and make a positive impact in their lives. He’s the founder and C.E.O. of his own independent record label, Big Diehl Records, but also started a nonprofit, the Diehl Foundation, that’s available at any time to specifically help women, in general, prevent violence against them, and is also dedicated to provide people with disabilities certain services as well.
As The Real Diehl, a celebrity music artist from New Jersey, Russell reps the tri-state well and amazes people from the basketball court, to the martial arts dojo training in Aikido and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, to ripping mics up in your speakers everywhere around the world, to giving the most intelligent, applicable, and pertinent advice and services to people as a nonprofit. You can find him or his albums “O.D.,” “Israeli Salad In the Pizzeria,” and “Resurrection: The Awakening” on your Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and all music platforms. He utilizes his extensive self-education background and International Business Administration expertise to develop his corporations as an entrepreneur, the people he works with, but also to provide the best, most effective and efficient products and services to his fans or clients, so that everyone is successful, his businesses and the outcomes people want or need.
Rich Marin
Over the course of growing as a real estate agent, Rich Marin has built the most strong client relationships, helped countless buyers and sellers find the best value and envision what their future home will look like. Rich’s extensive experience, real estate knowledge and negotiation skills make him one of the most trustworthy realtors in the industry. His web presence and great ‘sphere of influence’ have benefitted the industry’s high-end clientele. Well known for his candor, personalized strategies and positive impressions, Rich took his entrepreneurial spirit and passion for homes to new heights in the real estate world. While he is helping buyers and sellers achieve their ultimate goals, his ceaseless understanding and acumen continue to captivate lots of attention and trust.
Alex Asher
Alex Asher is a renowned scalp micropigmentation artist and entrepreneur who is widely recognized for his outstanding work in the field of hair loss treatment. He is the founder and head of Scalps Co., a leading scalp micropigmentation clinic based in the Northeast. After discovering the transformative effects of scalp micropigmentation, Alex decided to help others struggling with hair loss regain their confidence through this innovative procedure.
Alex’s dedication to his craft and his passion for helping others has propelled him to the forefront of the scalp micropigmentation industry.
He has been trained and certified by some of the top leaders in the industry, and his work has been recognized with multiple awards. At Scalps Co., Alex and his team are committed to providing their clients with the best possible experience and results. Their focus on natural-looking hairlines and absolute privacy for their clients has made them one of the most sought-after scalp micropigmentation clinics in the Northeast. Alex’s investment in his business goes beyond just making a profit. He is deeply committed to helping others overcome their hair loss struggles and to advancing the scalp micropigmentation industry through leadership and training.
Caroline Wheaton Dinsmore
Caroline Wheaton Dinsmore is the founder of Caroline Dinsmore & Co | Coldwell Banker Realty. With a combined 28+ years of experience, Caroline Dinsmore has sold hundreds of homes. Our team is passionate about dedicating our extensive expertise and unparalleled customer service to all our clients, each transaction, and every detail. Caroline’s roots run deep in California. A fifth generation California native, Caroline was born and raised in Burlingame. She is a proud, direct descendant of one of the first California pioneers and one of the founding fathers of American baseball, William Rufus Wheaton.
After earning her BA degree with honors in History at the University of California at Santa Barbara, Caroline moved to Europe and taught English in Spain for several years. Upon returning Stateside, she entered the Silicon Valley tech industry for 10 years, working initially at Oracle and later at Webex during the dot-com boom and bust. This experience gave her a solid foundation to hone her business acumen and develop the necessary skills which have helped her build a thriving real estate practice in the competitive Silicon Valley real estate market.
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