PWN French Riviera

PWN French Riviera Board Our Board

Our Board is as diverse as our membership, featuring entrepreneurs and corporate professionals from across a wide range of industries. 

Being involved in running a not-for-profit organisation can be one of the most challenging and rewarding activities that you will ever undertake. The sense of camaraderie that builds up between Board members ensures that solid lifelong relationships are forged that support professional and personal development on so many different levels.

Hania Ross-Gudiens

Co-President & VP Events

Hania has over 10 years of experience building strategic partnerships and leading fundraising teams at leading non-profit organisations. Currently, as Development Lead for Global Witness, she is driving their work across Europe. She also sits on the Advisory Board for Branding and Fundraising at Bees Abroad.
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Carmen Redondo

Co-President & VP Technology

Carmen Redondo is the Director of Global Marketing for Antennas at KYOCERA AVX, with over 15 years of experience in roles from engineering to management. A strong advocate for women’s leadership, she has served on the board of PWN for 5+ years, supporting leadership development and self-growth for women.
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Jenifer Karam

Secretary & VP Partnerships

Co-founder and engineer at an engineering firm, specializing in digital transformation and IT consulting. With ten years in digital solutions and cybersecurity, I focus on sustainability and green initiatives to impact the environment significantly.
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Leslie Murcy

Treasurer

I am Leslie Murcy, the new Treasurer of the PWN Nice Côte d'Azur Chapter. With over 10 years of experience in procurement, I have successfully led initiatives that enhance process efficiency and generate savings. I am passionate about self-growth, learning, and have a curiosity for exploration. Outside of work, I enjoy sports such as CrossFit and tennis, and I cherish nurturing my existing connections while creating new ones.
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Sonia Mountain

VP Membership

Sonia has 30+ years’ experience leading IT and strategic projects, driving growth, efficiency and operational excellence across industries and continents. At Amadeus for 14 years, she works in global Revenue Operations.  With triple nationality (French, South African and New Zealand), Sonia is truly bilingual and bi-cultural. She is passionate about meeting new people, learning new things, and fostering collaboration and personal growth. 
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Nicole Booth

VP Communication

Nicole Booth is a digital marketing expert and agency founder, helping luxury and finance brands connect with wealth audiences. When not taking care of her two young children, she writes a monthly newsletter on AI and Web3 technology.
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Sherwood Fleming

Co-VP Mentoring

As a communication coach and workshop leader with over 35 years of experience, Sherwood has dedicated her career to helping professionals break down cultural barriers and communicate effectively in international business settings.  She’s bringing her expertise in intercultural communication to our community.
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Carine O’Flaherty

Co-VP Mentoring

Carine is a leadership coach and learning consultant with over 15 years of corporate experience in Ireland and France. In 2021, she launched her own business in Nice, helping women lead with authenticity, confidence, and impact. She also works with teams to build trust and collaborate more effectively to achieve their goals. 
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Caroline Taylor

VP Business Development

Caroline brings over 20 years of experience in recruitment having carried out recruitment projects in France and internationally. Caroline believes that talent makes the difference and her commitment to equality and to build a better future for the generations to come led her to join forces with PWN French Riviera.
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PWN French Riviera Honorary Members Special Recognition

Our Honorary Members are distinguished individuals who have made exceptional contributions to PWN Nice. Through their unwavering support, mentorship, and advocacy, they embody the core values of our organization and continually inspire our community to strive for excellence in their professional endeavors.

Candace Jonhson

Honorary Member

Candace Johnson, a pioneer in tech and leadership, co-founded SES, Loral Teleport Europe, Europe Online, GTWN, OWNSAT, and VATM. She co-initiated the Global Board Ready Women initiative and, as EBAN President, supported female investors through Rising Tide Europe and ABAN. Currently, she chairs Seraphim Space's Advisory Board, serves on the boards of NorthStar Earth & Space and Vusion, is Vice Chair of World Space Week, an ICC Executive Board Member, a Saudi Space Agency International Advisory Council Member, and actively supports PWN French Riviera.
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Julia Haston

Honorary Member

Julia is a retired Business Transformation Consultant and a qualified Mountain Leader. She has served on the board of PWN French Riviera for over 10 years, serving as President for 4 years. After a career in IT, she created a management consulting firm, developing business for more than 10 consultants.
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Sandra Richez

Honorary Member

As Program Director of the Global MBA at EDHEC, I lead a diverse team to deliver a 10-month program preparing professionals from 30+ countries for leadership roles. I co-founded the partnership with PWN French Riviera, promoting events and scholarships. I’m also a coach, MBTI practitioner, and mentoring advocate. I look forward to continue supporting and adding value to PWN French Riviera!
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Lena Beck Rørvig

Honorary Member

Lena is an executive coach specializing in leadership-, executive-, career-, and globalization coaching. She is a board member of two company boards in the tech and domain industry. She is chair of the Board for the nonprofit 'American Friends for the Danish National Museum' and the Board of Vibeke Rørvigs Ballet Foundation. Furthermore, Lena is a Global Advisor for the international organization World Pulse.
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Tatiana Panyukova-Adragna

Honorary Member

Established in French Riviera since 2002, Tatiana has extensive background in luxury tourism and global corporate hospitality & event management. Holding an Executive MBA degree, Tatiana develops business consulting activity and is lecturing in Côte d’Azur University and leading French business schools.
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Amanda Noz

Honorary Member

Experienced global senior executive with over 25 years in technology and telecom, holding complex roles worldwide and advising startups in the USA and Europe. Former President and VP Partnerships at PWN French Riviera, and European Advisory Board Member for the Global Centre for Optimism. Consultant in B2B transformation, now Head of International Sales & Marketing for a Boston-based analytics consultancy.
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Vanessa Jarrett

Honorary Member

Vanessa Jarrett is a career coach and leadership trainer with over 20 years experience. She has a real interest and deep experience in helping people craft their continued professional development, elevate their leadership and make career transitions. Vanessa served PWN French Riviera as both VP of Mentorship and Co-President.
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