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Anelia Uzunova is a keynote speaker, coach, and thought leader on inner leadership, personal transformation, and spiritual growth. She champions a new paradigm of being and leading in the world, one grounded in authenticity, depth, and personal agency.
With over 15 years of corporate experience in pharma and healthcare, Anelia brings a practical approach to her work. Her leadership journey includes serving as Chief of Staff to the CEO at Galderma, and as a Global Leadership Fellow at the World Economic Forum.
Through integrating practical strategies with spiritual principles, Anelia inspires and empowers leaders and change makers to transform themselves in order to transform the world.
Anelia has a strong, clear voice, and a unique perspective on inner leadership and personal transformation. She delivers talks that connect the personal with the professional, and the strategic with the spiritual.
Anelia Uzunova’s career history reads like a who’s who of top leadership. She started working for the Warwick Economics Summit before becoming an Associate for Stratas Partners. She spent four years at Novartis, climbing the ladder to become the Global E-Detailing Lead in the Animal Health Division.
Anelia Uzunova had a brief stint at ZS Associates before moving to the World Economic Forum, where she spent three years in roles such as Strategy and Performance Lead, Business Engagement Lead, Chief of Staff for Cybersecurity, Healthcare Industyr Solutions Lead, and Partner Engagement Lead. She then spent a year as the Chief of Staff to the CEO of Galderma before starting her own company, Anelia Inc.

Anelia Uzunova’s expertise has led her to appear on several podcasts, speak at personal development events, and lecture at INSEAD to an MBA audience on the top of leading for wellbeing. She has experience facilitating full-day workshops, pitching projects to clients, and leading numerous presentations in high-stakes environments. While working at the World Economic Forum, she set up the Wellbeing Community.
“In today’s world of constant change, uncertainty, and pressure, organisations need more than just skilled employees – they need conscious, empowered leaders at every level. Inner leadership is the key to resilient, responsible, and courageous individuals who make better decisions, drive long-term success, and create a thriving workplace culture.”
In today’s world of constant change, uncertainty, and pressure, organizations need more than just skilled employees—they need conscious, empowered leaders at every level. Inner leadership is the key to resilient, responsible, and courageous individuals who make better decisions, drive long-term success, and create a thriving workplace culture.
Anelia Uzunova – Here’s why investing in inner leadership is a business imperative:
1. Better Decision-Making & Long-Term Outcomes Leaders who know themselves make clearer, more strategic decisions, leading to smarter, more sustainable business outcomes.
2. Resilience & Adaptability in Uncertain Times Employees who take full responsibility for themselves are more adaptable, solution-focused and steady under pressure – crucial in today’s fast-changing world.
3. Empowered Employees Drive Innovation & Performance People who feel empowered take initiative and think critically fostering innovation and productivity, which directly impacts the company’s bottom line.
4. Stronger, More Accountable Leadership at Every Level Inner leadership isn’t just for executives. When employees at all levels act as leaders, organizations experience better collaboration, accountability and a more proactive culture.
5. A Healthier Workplace Culture & Employee Well-Being People who feel aligned, on purpose, and valued bring their best selves to work. This leads to higher morale, better retention and engagement, less burnout and stronger team dynamics.
6. Ethical & Conscious Leadership for a Changing World Organizations are under more scrutiny than ever—from customers, stakeholders, and employees alike. Conscious leadership fosters integrity, authenticity, and trust, making organizations more agile, responsible, and aligned with evolving societal expectations.
7. From Inner Leadership to Organizational Transformation A company’s success is a direct reflection of its people. When individuals lead themselves, the entire organization transforms— becoming more resilient, forward-thinking, and prepared for the future.
Anelia Uzunova’s talks, workshops, presentations, and seminars are designed to shift perspectives and foster a space for transformation. Each talk is bespoke and tailored to resonate with the audience. She brings a strong voice and a unique perspective on inner leadership and personal transformation, conveyed through a warm and empowering speaking style.
– Inner Leadership
– Reclaiming Authentic Power
– Leading With Purpose
– Emotional and Spiritual Resilience
– Spiritual Growth in Leadership
– Transformation and Reinvention
– Navigating Transitions
– Intersection of Personal and Professional Identity
– Insightful mindset shifts on leadership and success, unlocking personal and professional transformation.
– Inspiration and empowerment to lead from within, creating more resilient, visionary, and human-centered leadership at every level of the organisation.
– Strategies to lead through adversity, complexity, and uncertainty with grounded presence and conviction, rather than reactivity or fear.
– Practical tools for inner leadership, helping individuals move beyond self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and ego-drive habits.
– Increased self-awareness, clarity, and a renewed sense of confidence; attendees walk away with a deeper understanding of who they are and how to step into their power.

INSEAD, Intelligent Change, Novartis, The Roof Gardens, World Economic Forum
Powerful, strong, compassionate, warm.
Director, Tech Industry
You are so inspiring and channel your message in a beautiful and touching way. Thank you for everything you have shared with us.
Entrepreneur and CEO, Wellbeing Industry
The sense of confidence, happiness, satisfaction, and positivity I had the hours following meeting Anelia. Her ‘gift’ continues to give and inform.
President and CEO, Media Industry
You listen to me in a way that I have never been listened to before, and what a gift that is.
Director, Pharma Industry