The Most Influential HR Leaders To Follow 2026

In this edition, The Most Influential HR Leaders To Follow, 2026, we spotlight Steffi Fernandes, a visionary forming the future of work through human connection. From her roots in Bukoba’s bakery to leading Estever Ltd, Steffi blends HR strategy, hospitality innovation, and cultural intelligence to create people-first ecosystems. Her work transforms organizations into human-centered communities where empathy drives excellence and leadership is defined not by authority, but by how many lives one uplifts.