CROWN HER LEGACY 2025 WINNER
MONTEIRO JESSICA
As part of our Legacy of Queens theme for this year’s ETK Leadership Weekend, we are proud to present the "Crown Her Legacy Campaign", a celebration of women who are living with intention, building meaningful impact, and showing up fully in service to their communities.
This campaign isn’t about beauty or pageantry. It’s about legacy — and the power of honoring women for their intentional vision, values, and leadership.
We’ve invited our global community to nominate extraordinary women across Switzerland, Europe, the United States, and the African continent who are shaping lives and shifting narratives through their work, voice, and purpose.
Out of many incredible nominations, 11 exceptional women will be selected and featured on our Wall of Queens—where you, our community, will vote for the story that resonates most. Each woman featured carries a legacy worth celebrating, but only one will be crowned the Queen of Legacy.
Learn More About Them
⇣ CANDIDATS INTRODUCTION ⇣
Explore the portraits and stories below, connect with their journeys, and cast your vote for the queen who moves you most.
Who Am I?
Born of Central African roots and raised between Switzerland and France, I am a certified life coach and emotional healer. Once a silent survivor of narcissistic abuse and deep rejection, I transformed my deepest wounds into a sacred mission: guiding women from emotional devastation to radiant sovereignty.
My Achievement
As the founder of Métamorphose Émotionnelle, a soul-led coaching method that takes women through deep emotional healing, spiritual rebirth, and ancestral liberation, I have helped women break invisible chains, reclaim their divine identity, and rise into their light.
My mission is to awaken the Queen within every woman and lead her back to love, light, and legacy. My work weaves together emotional revelation, spiritual alignment, and intuitive transformation.
I am here to remind every woman: You are not too broken. You are being reborn.
Who Am I?
I’m a curious and passionate person who loves to learn, connect with others, and create meaningful experiences. One of my biggest joys is helping people grow and feel more confident, whether it’s through my work or just in daily life.
In my free time, I enjoy reading inspiring books, especially about personal development and entrepreneurship. I also love listening to music that lifts my mood, from soulful R&B to vibrant Afrobeat. Movies that tell powerful stories or make me laugh are my go-to, especially when I want to relax.
Nature, good food, warm conversations, and traveling to discover new cultures are things that truly bring me joy. And I’m always happiest when I’m surrounded by positive energy, whether it’s from people, a good playlist, or a beautiful place.
As a woman of color and entrepreneur, I’m deeply committed to creating space and opportunities for other women, especially those who, like me, often have to fight twice as hard to be seen and heard.
My Achievement
Through the ÉLAN Experience, I create empowering spaces where women especially women of color ,can grow, connect, and feel seen. It’s more than an event; it’s a movement that offers tools, mentorship, and real support to help them build strong, visible, and profitable brands.
My mission is to open doors, amplify voices, and remind every woman that she has the power to lead, inspire, and thrive.
I’ve dedicated my journey to uplifting other women by sharing what I’ve learned along the way. Through my mentoring programs and the ÉLAN Experience, I help women gain clarity, confidence, and strategy to grow their businesses and own their voice.
I lead by example , investing in my growth, showing vulnerability, and creating spaces where other women feel safe to rise, lead, and shine in their own unique way.
Who Am I?
Mercy Odhiambo is an Executive Assistant with over 20 years of experience working in both for-profit and non-profit organizations. She is the founder of Networking in Heels Geneva, a community created for professional women in Geneva to find a space to connect, let loose, and grow together beyond workplace titles.
My Achievement
Mercy is also a certified Mental Health First Aider, the Mentoring Coordinator for the Executive PA Network, and the author of The Silent Backbone series, which highlights the often-overlooked role of support staff and the critical impact they make in organizations. Kenyan by heritage and over 20 years in Geneva, she is passionate about building meaningful connections, championing mental health awareness, and empowering women to thrive personally and professionally.
Who Am I?
Celeste Vogel is the co-founder of eWAKA Mobility Ltd, established in 2021 to provide Africa with sustainable and equitable transport solutions.
With over two decades as in-house counsel in the international finance and engineering sectors, Celeste has contributed her expertise to SwissRe, ABB, and Credit Suisse, honing her skills in legal, managerial, and strategic planning areas.
She obtained her BA in Economics from Ohio Wesleyan University and a Juris Doctor from Northwestern University, and in 1994, she was admitted to the Illinois Bar.
My Achievement
As the Founder and CEO of eWAKA Mobility, Celeste champions the use of electric bicycles and motorbikes to enhance economic opportunities and improve livelihoods across Africa.
Her work focuses on driving the transition to net zero in Africa with inclusive and innovative business models to make the last mile logistics value chain more efficient.
Recognized as one of the Most Influential Women in Mobility in 2024, Celeste, along with her innovative team, is dedicated to driving sustainable growth and providing access to essential services through e-mobility solutions.
Who Am I?
Born of Central African roots and raised between Switzerland and France, I am a certified life coach and emotional healer. Once a silent survivor of narcissistic abuse and deep rejection, I transformed my deepest wounds into a sacred mission: guiding women from emotional devastation to radiant sovereignty.
My Achievement
As the founder of Métamorphose Émotionnelle, a soul-led coaching method that takes women through deep emotional healing, spiritual rebirth, and ancestral liberation, I have helped women break invisible chains, reclaim their divine identity, and rise into their light.
My mission is to awaken the Queen within every woman and lead her back to love, light, and legacy. My work weaves together emotional revelation, spiritual alignment, and intuitive transformation.
I am here to remind every woman: You are not too broken. You are being reborn.
Who Am I?
I’m a curious and passionate person who loves to learn, connect with others, and create meaningful experiences. One of my biggest joys is helping people grow and feel more confident, whether it’s through my work or just in daily life.
In my free time, I enjoy reading inspiring books, especially about personal development and entrepreneurship. I also love listening to music that lifts my mood, from soulful R&B to vibrant Afrobeat. Movies that tell powerful stories or make me laugh are my go-to, especially when I want to relax.
Nature, good food, warm conversations, and traveling to discover new cultures are things that truly bring me joy. And I’m always happiest when I’m surrounded by positive energy, whether it’s from people, a good playlist, or a beautiful place.
As a woman of color and entrepreneur, I’m deeply committed to creating space and opportunities for other women, especially those who, like me, often have to fight twice as hard to be seen and heard.
My Achievement
Through the ÉLAN Experience, I create empowering spaces where women especially women of color ,can grow, connect, and feel seen. It’s more than an event; it’s a movement that offers tools, mentorship, and real support to help them build strong, visible, and profitable brands.
My mission is to open doors, amplify voices, and remind every woman that she has the power to lead, inspire, and thrive.
I’ve dedicated my journey to uplifting other women by sharing what I’ve learned along the way. Through my mentoring programs and the ÉLAN Experience, I help women gain clarity, confidence, and strategy to grow their businesses and own their voice.
I lead by example , investing in my growth, showing vulnerability, and creating spaces where other women feel safe to rise, lead, and shine in their own unique way.
Who Am I?
Mercy Odhiambo is an Executive Assistant with over 20 years of experience working in both for-profit and non-profit organizations. She is the founder of Networking in Heels Geneva, a community created for professional women in Geneva to find a space to connect, let loose, and grow together beyond workplace titles.
My Achievement
Mercy is also a certified Mental Health First Aider, the Mentoring Coordinator for the Executive PA Network, and the author of The Silent Backbone series, which highlights the often-overlooked role of support staff and the critical impact they make in organizations. Kenyan by heritage and over 20 years in Geneva, she is passionate about building meaningful connections, championing mental health awareness, and empowering women to thrive personally and professionally.
Who Am I?
Celeste Vogel is the co-founder of eWAKA Mobility Ltd, established in 2021 to provide Africa with sustainable and equitable transport solutions.
With over two decades as in-house counsel in the international finance and engineering sectors, Celeste has contributed her expertise to SwissRe, ABB, and Credit Suisse, honing her skills in legal, managerial, and strategic planning areas.
She obtained her BA in Economics from Ohio Wesleyan University and a Juris Doctor from Northwestern University, and in 1994, she was admitted to the Illinois Bar.
My Achievement
As the Founder and CEO of eWAKA Mobility, Celeste champions the use of electric bicycles and motorbikes to enhance economic opportunities and improve livelihoods across Africa.
Her work focuses on driving the transition to net zero in Africa with inclusive and innovative business models to make the last mile logistics value chain more efficient.
Recognized as one of the Most Influential Women in Mobility in 2024, Celeste, along with her innovative team, is dedicated to driving sustainable growth and providing access to essential services through e-mobility solutions.
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