Following a brief respite after the year-end awards, the race for the coveted "CEO of the Year" title is gaining momentum again. With the entry of Dr. Amy Awad into the top 10 rankings, this season's competition is shaping up to be fiercely contested.

Dr. Awad secured her position among the elite by demonstrating verified LinkedIn Network Influence performance, displacing Tracy Carson, CEO of Carson Consulting Corp (US). The margin separating Dr. Awad from Yousef Kamal, currently ranked 9th, is a mere 100 points, positioning her for a potential ascent to the upper echelons of the global leaderboard. The competition should be seen as a challenge for all involved, that includes Dr. Awad.

Dr. Amy Awad is a globally recognized AI leader, entrepreneur, and visionary who drives innovation at the intersection of artificial intelligence, cognitive science, and ethical technology. With over two decades of expertise spanning academia, corporate leadership, and entrepreneurial ventures, she has played a significant role in redefining AI's application across business, mental health, and sustainability sectors. Her work contributes to the advancement of industries worldwide, emphasizing human-centric design, transparency, and tangible impact in the evolution of AI.