Elena Sinel of Teens in AI selected for the 2026 “Meaningful Business 100”

We are delighted to announce that Elena Sinel, Founder & CEO of Teens in AI has been named as one of this year’s “Meaningful Business 100 (MB100)”, the annual award programme championing leaders combining profit and purpose to deliver scalable, real-world solutions to complex challenges.

Evaluated by a panel of expert judges from organisations including Gates Foundation, Google, IBM, Saïd Business School, Seedstars Capital and World Economic Forum, the winners were selected from over 900 nominations. These outstanding social entrepreneurs, sustainability leaders, Corporate CEOs and impact investors were scored across five key areas: equity, impact, innovation, leadership and scalability.

Now in its 8th year, the MB100 programme connects winners to a global peer network, alongside capacity-building resources and pro bono support, delivered in collaboration with industry-leading organisations, including EY, Hogan Lovells Cadwalader, Forster Communications, Northeastern University and The Portman Estate.

Commenting on the 2026 MB100, Tom Lytton-Dickie, Founder & CEO, Meaningful Business, said:

“Congratulations to Elena Sinel on being recognised as part of the 2026 Meaningful Business 100. Their work at Teens in AI shows how scalable business models and technologies can deliver tangible, positive impact. This year’s cohort is a powerful reminder of the progress that is being made around the world, and their success is critical to building a more sustainable future. We’re delighted to welcome Elena into the global MB100 community and look forward to supporting their work in the years ahead.”

Discover more about the 2026 MB100 and explore their impactful models for change by visiting our website:

🔗 About Meaningful Business 100 2026 List

About Meaningful Business

Meaningful Business exists to help purpose-driven leaders succeed. The community comprises social entrepreneurs, corporate sustainability leaders, and impact investors from over 140 countries, spanning diverse geographies, sectors, and causes. The network and programming provides access to knowledge, connections and resources that help them overcome their key challenges.

To learn more, visit: 🔗 https://meaningful.business/

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