EnnobleRiseGlobal Trust

Dignity. Resilience. Global Change.

About Us

Beyond empowering — ennobling

Empowerment assumes power must be given. Ennoblement knows it is already there.

Too often, society extracts the natural strength, creativity, and dignity within people — only to return fragments of that power through programs and opportunities. Ennobling reverses the cycle.

The role of education, mentorship, and leadership is not to distribute power, but to awaken and unleash it. When people rise grounded in kindness, compassion, humility, grace, and purposeful impact, they do more than succeed. They elevate families, strengthen communities, and inspire collective progress.

The goal is not simply empowerment. It is cultivating humane leaders whose awakened spirit transforms the world.

The birth of EnnobleRise Global Trust

From adversity to purpose

Dr. Kasthuri Henry, Founder & Executive Director of EnnobleRise Global Trust

Building to Last and Ennobling for Success

Dr. Kasthuri Henry

Every movement begins with a story. The story behind EnnobleRise Global Trust begins not in a boardroom but in a childhood shaped by conflict, resilience, and an unwavering belief in the dignity of the human spirit.

Dr. Kasthuri Henry's life journey, chronicled in her international bestselling book Ennobled for Success: From Civil War to a US CFO, traces a path from adversity to global leadership. Her experiences revealed a powerful truth: the greatest transformation begins not with wealth or power, but with the ennobling of the human spirit.

Throughout her career as a financial strategist, professor, and corporate executive, Dr. Henry helped lead complex transformations across industries — from global business initiatives to public sector institutions. Yet the most profound lessons did not come from spreadsheets or board meetings. They came from people: teachers who shaped young minds, women who carried families through hardship, and youth whose potential waited only for opportunity.

Over time, a pattern became unmistakable. When youth are ennobled with confidence, when educators are strengthened as architects of human potential, and when women gain the tools for economic and social leadership — communities transform.

As the world enters an era increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence, Dr. Henry believes the defining question of our time is not technological capability; it is human stewardship. The future will be determined by leaders who combine emotional intelligence, financial resilience, and mindful leadership with cultural, generational, and gender intelligence.

From that conviction, EnnobleRise Global Trust was born. Its mission is simple yet profound: to cultivate a generation of compassionate leaders by ennobling youth, educators, and women with the tools to transform their lives and communities. Because when the human spirit is ennobled, transformation does not stop with one individual. It ripples across families, communities, and generations — and that ripple has the inherent power to change the world.

Those who lead by example

Our Ambassadors

Change begins with those who lead by example. Our Youth, Educator, and Women Ambassadors embody the spirit of rising with purpose and lifting others along the way. Each ambassador brings a unique voice, lived experience, and cultural perspective — modeling leadership rooted in dignity, compassion, and service. Through their stories and mentorship, they ignite a ripple of transformation across continents.

Rhojani Manzanero
Youth

Rhojani Manzanero

Youth Ennoblement Lead

Belize

A high-school graduate pursuing a Marketing and Media Communication degree in Belize, Rhojani is an aspiring entrepreneur building an AI-powered media marketing startup. As Youth Ennoblement Lead for Belize, she champions youth leadership, personal growth, and community engagement — a new generation of innovators who believe technology, creativity, and human values build stronger communities.

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Stuti Sahoo
Youth

Stuti Sahoo

Law Student · Gender Equality Advocate

India

A B.A. LL.B. student at ASBM School of Law, Stuti is committed to law, justice, and social impact — advocating for gender equality and the empowerment of women. Guided by integrity, empathy, and excellence, she aspires to a legal career that upholds justice and creates a lasting, positive impact on individuals and communities.

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Sanskarsri SS Mishra
Youth

Sanskarsri SS Mishra

Youth Leadership · Climate Action

India

A law student at ASBM University, Bhubaneswar, Sanskar serves as Impact Officer for the Global Shapers Bhubaneswar Hub and volunteers with the Bakul Foundation and UNICEF Odisha’s Youth4Water Plus. He champions climate action, inclusive leadership, and youth-led governance to build a more sustainable and equitable future.

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Fabrice Tyler Dolcé
Youth

Fabrice Tyler Dolcé

Youth Leadership · Financial Resilience

Haiti

Student Ambassador for Haiti and a university student fluent in French, Creole, Spanish, and English, Fabrice champions youth leadership, entrepreneurship, and financial resilience. He works to build a generation of confident, financially resilient young leaders who create opportunities, uplift others, and lead with integrity.

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Patricia “Trish” Wilkinson
Educators

Patricia “Trish” Wilkinson

The Empowered School Project

United States

Patricia facilitates The Empowered School Project to restore joy in education and boost students’ learning — socially, emotionally, and academically. Coauthor of the Readers’ Choice winner “Brain Stages: How to Raise Smart, Confident Kids and Have Fun Doing It,” she spent 23 years in the classroom developing proven techniques to help children become their best selves.

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Karen Gray
Women

Karen Gray

ICF-Certified Executive Coach (PCC) & Identity Architect

United States

An ICF-certified executive coach, speaker, and Identity Architect, Karen helps women see their purpose beyond their past. From young leaders finding their voice to executives redefining their next chapter, she helps women reclaim their identity so they can choose their future. Her mission is simple: no woman should have to sacrifice herself to succeed.

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Bria Cross
Women

Bria Cross

Strategic Marketing Leader & Storyteller

United States

A strategic marketing leader and storyteller with a Master of Science in Marketing from Florida International University, Bria has led brand initiatives and community-centered campaigns for Nike, REI, adidas, Reebok, and Lids. She champions the growth and leadership of women — believing growth itself is a form of Foundational Wealth™, cultivated through continuous learning, courage, and self-discovery.

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Guidance from across the world

Our Advisory Board

A global council of leaders in finance, education, sport, and social impact who help steward our mission — bringing wisdom from Belize, Sri Lanka, South Africa, Nigeria, Cameroon, the United Kingdom, and India.

Melissa Gallego

Melissa Gallego

Insurance Executive & Educator

Belize

With more than 37 years of leadership in the insurance industry, Melissa is a respected executive, educator, and community leader advancing professional excellence across the Caribbean. A founding member of the Insurance Institute of Belize, she has served as its President and as President and Treasurer of the Association of Insurance Institutes of the Caribbean. She teaches insurance courses and serves numerous civic and faith-based organizations, exemplifying compassionate leadership and lifelong learning.

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Ruchira Palliyaguruge

Ruchira Palliyaguruge

Youth Leadership Through Sport · ICC International Umpire

Sri Lanka

An internationally respected cricket leader, former first-class cricketer, and ICC International Panel umpire, Ruchira has officiated more than 100 One Day Internationals, Test matches, and ICC World Cup competitions. He holds a Master of Science in Performance Enhancement in Sports Officiating from Edinburgh Napier University. He champions sport as a platform for developing character, resilience, and ethical leadership in young people worldwide.

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James J. Ojo

James J. Ojo

Founder, Destiny Connect Foundation

South Africa

A social-impact leader and entrepreneur, James founds and leads Destiny Connect Foundation, advancing leadership and human-capital development. Through its 3C's Mastermind Program™, he has equipped more than 350 emerging leaders across 15+ countries with the communication, collaboration, and leadership skills to create lasting change. He believes the world's greatest untapped resource is human potential.

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Kunle Pelemo

Kunle Pelemo

Founder, Empower Mental Drive Foundation

Nigeria

A global mental-health advocate, business strategist, and social-impact leader with over 15 years of experience, Kunle (fondly called KP) founds the Empower Mental Drive Foundation, championing mental-health awareness and psychosocial wellbeing across Africa. Recognized for his systems thinking, he partners with organizations to build resilient communities and empower young people through leadership and entrepreneurship.

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Margaret “Mags” Bourke

Margaret “Mags” Bourke

Global Treasurer, Duracell

United Kingdom

Margaret is Global Treasurer at Duracell, a Berkshire Hathaway company, leading cash management, FX, payments, and treasury systems across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America. With over 30 years of treasury experience across many sectors and global markets, she champions AI adoption across treasury operations and is an active voice in the treasury and fintech community.

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Neeraja Ganesh

Neeraja Ganesh

Leadership & Women's Empowerment Coach

India

A three-time Top 100 Thought Leader (Thinkers360), Neeraja moved from a 25-year career in IT to become a champion of leadership development and gender advocacy. She transforms mindsets through mentoring, coaching, and workshops — helping women move beyond impostor syndrome, perfectionism, and self-doubt to lead with confidence.

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Ngeijung Prisca Kuwong

Ngeijung Prisca Kuwong

Finance Professional & Community Development Advocate

Cameroon

A finance professional, entrepreneur, and trainer from Cameroon, Prisca equips women and young people with practical financial, entrepreneurial, and digital skills that create sustainable livelihoods. Founder of several impact-driven initiatives, she champions financial literacy, STEM, and women’s empowerment — building partnerships that expand access to education and leadership across Africa.

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Our Partners

We believe in public-private-community partnership. These are the partners contemplated at kickoff; logos and links are added as each partnership is formalized.

Tech Partner

Program Partner

  • City of Burbank, Illinois

Legacy Partners

  • Ennobled for Success Institute
  • Ennobled for Success Publishing
  • Divisions of KasHenry LLC

Service Partner

  • Destiny Connect Foundation

Education Partners

  • ASBM University, Bhubaneswar, India
  • ICBM School of Business, Hyderabad, India
  • Partner School, Belize
  • Community Library, Haiti

Partner agreements are managed through our operations platform, then reflected here with each partner’s brand and website.

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