Clara Rufai

The Shine Zone

The Shine Strategist, United Kingdom

Clara Rufai also known as The Shine Strategist, is a dynamic force in the world of media and leadership. As the Co-Founder & Vice President (Europe) of G-Woman Media, she spearheads a digital broadcasting, entertainment, and media production corporation dedicated to creating women-centric content and amplifying the voices and visibility of women across Magazine, Radio, and Television platforms. Beyond her role at G-Woman Media, Clara holds the position of Director of Strategy & Research within the Media Arts & Communication division of the G100. This influential global group, comprised of 100 women leaders across diverse sectors and supported by 100 'He-for-She Champions,' unites to foster community networks in 100 countries, seeking to utilise policy recommendations, advocacy, influence and global action to inspire and create a gender-equal future. She also serves on the board of WICCI Nigeria-India Business Council, which is the bilateral council of the Women's Indian Chamber of Commerce & Industry (WICCI) in Nigeria. Clara's diverse skill set extends into the realms of corporate law, compliance, authorship, podcasting, social entrepreneurship, coaching, and public speaking. With a Master's Degree in Business Administration (MBA) and extensive work experience, she brings a unique blend of legal expertise and project management acumen to her roles as Scrum Master, Agile Coach, and Change Delivery Manager, ensuring seamless execution and compliance in agile processes. As the Founder and President of The SHINE Zone, Clara is dedicated to fostering leadership, personal development, and empowerment. Her annual 'Leap and Shine Conference,' along with the 'Shine Philosophy' and 'Shine Legacy Awards,' make her a formidable force in the realm of social enterprise. Leading 'The Shine Squad,' a network marketing team comprising thousands of business partners, showcases her adeptness in this field. Clara's brilliance shines through her multifaceted roles as a consultant, storyteller, business leader, coach, mentor, Editor-In-Chief of 'SHINE Magazine,' and Host of the 'Shine Capsules Podcast.' She is the Author of the BEFFTA Award-nominated book, 'PRISON BREAK: The 9 to 5 Escape Agenda - Taking the Leap from Limitation to Liberation,' and a Co-author of '40 Pearls of Wisdom.' Her impressive accolades include the Iconic Woman Award at the annual Women Economic Forum (WEF) in India, the Humanity Award, a Motivational Award from Powerhouse Global, and induction into the 'World Book of Greatness' as a "Creator of Greatness." During her banking career, she earned the prestigious 'CEO's Award for Excellence.' Clara's collaborations with thought leaders and influencers, facilitated by her extensive network, result in valuable content that benefits individuals, businesses, and organizations alike. Widely recognized as 'The Shine Strategist,' she employs her SHINE Philosophy and platforms to empower people to (S)tart (H)arness (I)dentify (N)etwork and (E)xpress their brilliance so they can live fully and abundantly, expressing and sharing their best selves with the world. To connect with Clara Rufai, visit her website at www.ClaraRufai.Com or reach out on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/clararufai/