Insights, research, and perspectives on kindness in leadership, business, and investment.
Kerlin Nghunza’s life has been shaped by acts of kindness—from strangers, mentors, and family—and now he builds his business and leadership style to reflect those values. His journey across borders highlights how generosity can define a life and guide a mission.
From dispute resolution to food justice, Kikanu Doreen is shaping what leadership looks like in East Africa. Her career spans law, environmental policy, and community empowerment, and her actions make it clear: kindness is not passive. It is a choice and a force for change.
Isabel DeVon brings clarity, care, and resilience to her work as a registered nurse case manager. Originally from Venezuela, she carries with her a perspective shaped by cultural depth, personal hardship, and a deep belief in human connection. Her story shows how kindness is not extra, it is essential, especially in healthcare.
York Zucchi has spent decades building global projects, advising governments, and launching education platforms—yet he remains focused on one essential principle: treat everyone with kindness.
Ana Teixeira spent nearly two decades in the automotive industry before shifting her focus to building something rooted in kindness, equity, and impact. Her story highlights the power of empathy in leadership and her current work designing a more ethical business model.
Jonas Peeck reflects on the power of leadership, mentorship, and kindness. As a cloud engineer and founder, he explores how early support and later challenges shaped his views on leadership and the long-term value of treating people well.
As a storyteller and public relations professional, Tami Belt sees truth as a form of kindness. Whether coaching a client, writing a bio, or pitching a story, she brings honesty, clarity, and compassion to the work.
Dan Silberberg’s life spans politics, business, philosophy, and personal transformation. From Bobby Kennedy’s youth coordinator to a five-time founder at age 75, Dan sees kindness as a multidimensional practice rooted in empathy, clarity, and purpose.
Greg Merrill’s career spans health, sustainability, corporate innovation, and strategic advising. During our conversation, he emphasized authenticity and courage as leadership essentials. His commitment to leaving a better world for his three daughters grounds both his personal and professional choices.
Dalia Hierro has spent more than two decades navigating the complex world of product development and executive leadership, from the rigid hierarchy of Amazon to the fragile early days of startups. Her story is not just about career growth, it is about building long-term meaningful relationships along the way.
Ismat Ahmed Shaikh’s journey from statistics to sustainable entrepreneurship reflects a deep belief that business can—and should—balance profit with purpose. As the founder of Estalmia, he is building a business grounded in ethics, innovation, and long-term impact.
Alan Goldsher’s path into content creation took an unexpected but purposeful turn during the COVID-19 pandemic. With over 1800 videos created, he is building a kindness-powered storytelling network that inspires, informs, and includes.
Jennifer Fraser is building a science-based case for kindness—one that demands truth, protects the vulnerable, and challenges systems to do better.
Doreen Marchetti’s leadership story spans 37 years, more than 50 countries, and countless relationships. She brings a rare depth of global experience, and has never lost sight of the human element. Her reflections on kindness, loyalty, and connection offer a grounded and meaningful perspective for Investing in Kindness.
Winifred Ereyi’s story spans continents, industries, and roles—but one thread connects it all: her commitment to leading with empathy. Born in Lagos, Nigeria, and now based in the United States, Winifred has lived and worked in four countries and built a career that moves between engineering, education, corporate sales, and advocacy.
AnaMaria’s story bridges countries and industries, as an investor, leader, and founder. What grounds it all is her belief that values—lived and visible—are essential for sustainable success. With over seven years of experience in venture capital, she observed how much attention is given to products, markets, and metrics—while crucial factors like founder values are often overlooked. She has taken these learnings and now builds more consciously for the future.
Employee retention is a growing concern for companies facing high turnover, rising recruitment costs, and a competitive talent market.
Kevin was a perfect first interview for Investing in Kindness. His story was both powerful and practical—grounded in personal values and driven by a sense of responsibility to do more. One returned wallet led to a fully formed initiative—Kindness Week Worldwide.
Recent research confirms what many leaders have long believed: kindness in leadership is not only ethical — it’s also a strategic business advantage.