Securing the top rank, Dr. Singh is recognised for her comprehensive and multi-faceted role in shaping India's IP ecosystem. Her submission provides extensive details of her advisory work with government bodies, higher education regulators, and industry associations. As Chairperson of CIIR and WIEF, she has actively championed gender-inclusive IP policies and contributed to consultative forums on IP law amendments, demonstrating a profound, high-level impact on national IP policy and innovation frameworks.

Earning a premier position, Roba Hamam is distinguished by her direct contributions to IP infrastructure development in emerging markets. Her 18-year career is highlighted by her collaboration with WIPO on capacity-building projects supporting national IP offices and universities in the Arab region. Her work in helping to draft guidelines that align local IP frameworks with TRIPS and international standards marks her as a significant contributor to regional IP policy and legal reform.

A top-tier leader, Gina Carvajal Vega is recognised for her unique role at the intersection of finance, public policy, and intangible assets. Her submission details her advisory work with multilateral bodies like the World Bank, where she helped craft regulatory frameworks for inclusive credit. Her historic role in proposing and reforming legislation to recognise intangible assets in finance, particularly for women and vulnerable groups, represents a groundbreaking impact on national policy.

Securing a top-five position, Hameeda Asif is distinguished by her direct engagement in propagating the awareness of patents and being involved in patent drafting and contribution to legislative processes. Her 21-year career is marked by her role in assisting in drafting IP-related policies in Pakistan. This hands-on involvement in contributing towards formulating rules, and regulations that govern intellectual property, combined with her participation in research and patent prosecution work, in addition to policy dialogues and media advocacy, places her firmly among the leaders in policy and reform.

Alysa Arcos Ziemer is ranked highly for her dedicated work in shaping IP policy within Ecuador. Her submission highlights her active advisory role to national authorities on crucial IP reforms, including plant variety regulations and national trademark law. Her involvement in drafting new legal frameworks and providing strategic input on international treaty implications (like the Marrakesh Treaty) demonstrates a direct, tangible influence on her country's IP legal structure.

A prominent leader, Gabriela Bodden's 20-year career is noted for her consistent contributions to IP policy discussions. Her narrative details her active participation in INTA's Unreal Campaign committee and her involvement with government bodies in the Dominican Republic on IP-related reforms. This consistent engagement with both international policy committees and local government advisory work confirms her status as a key voice in the field.

Earning her spot in the top 10, Tina Nan is recognised for her advisory work during critical moments of legal reform. Her submission points to her involvement in advising on amendments to China's patent law, providing expert opinions to legislative bodies. This experience in contributing to the substance of new IP legislation, coupled with her role as a managing partner, showcases her influence on the practice and policy of IP law.

Securing her position, Anomi Wanigasekera's 20-year career demonstrates her role as a key advisor on IP law in Sri Lanka. Her submission highlights her work in advising the National Intellectual Property Office and other regulatory bodies on the implementation and reform of IP laws. This long-standing advisory relationship with national institutions confirms her significant influence on the country's IP policy landscape.

Irmak Yalçiner Oktem is recognised for her 25 years of advocacy for a stronger IP ecosystem in Turkey. Her narrative outlines her consistent engagement with governmental bodies, universities, and NGOs. Her work in promoting IP awareness and contributing to policy discussions, particularly through associations like AIPPI, demonstrates a career-long commitment to advancing and reforming IP law and practice.

Rounding out the top 10, Fabiola Dos Santos is celebrated for her leadership and influence, which extends into policy and diversity. While a formidable brand protection expert, her selection here is based on her wider impact, including leading diversity initiatives that significantly increased women's representation in management. This proven ability to effect structural change within large organisations, coupled with her active thought leadership, demonstrates a deep understanding of the human-centric policies that shape the profession.