The Hopepreneur Revolutionizing Leadership Through the Power of Radical Pause
In an era when leaders are often measured by speed, output, and the ability to keep going without pause, Dr. Monica Nagpal offers a refreshing and much-needed counterpoint. Her story is not just one of personal achievement but of a visionary movement that challenges the very foundations of modern leadership. Through her concept of the Radical Pause, she invites leaders to step away from the noise, reclaim their presence, and lead with renewed clarity and compassion.
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Dr. Monica Nagpal
Inner Peace Academy, Dr. Monica Nagpal, Ph.D. | Founder, Chief Education Officer
As the Founder and Chief Education Officer of Inner Peace Academy in Hyderabad, Dr. Nagpal has pioneered a revolutionary approach that challenges conventional executive coaching wisdom. Her RESTART Coaching Formula integrates healing modalities with leadership development, creating transformations that are both rapid and sustainable. But her journey to becoming what she calls a “Hopepreneur” began with a simple yet profound realization during the global pause of 2020.


Manushi K Shah
LA MINTAGE LEGAL LLP | Partner
In a rapidly evolving legal landscape where technology and creativity constantly intersect, some legal practitioners stand apart—not just as advisors, but as architects of change. They don’t simply interpret the law; they anticipate its evolution, bridging the gap between traditional legal frameworks and the dynamic needs of modern business. True legal leadership in today’s digital age requires more than expertise—it demands vision,
Elca Grobler
the founder and director of My Choices Foundation
Sometimes all that is necessary to lift women and girls up is to stop pulling them down.” These words by Melinda Gates resonate deeply with Elca Grobler, the founder and director of My Choices Foundation. Established in April 2012, My Choices Foundation (registered as Her Choices Trust) is headquartered in Hyderabad, India, operates across 10 states in India, and has a presence in Nepal and Bangladesh.
