Inner Development Goals: Stories of Collective Leadership in Action, Volume 1: From ?I? to ?We?

At a time when the world demands profound change, transformation begins within. As part of a two-volume work, this first volume explores the personal journeys that fuel collective leadership, weaving together research, art, case studies, and practices from the global Inner Development Goals (IDG) community. Through deep reflection and shared wisdom, it invites readers to embrace a new paradigm of interconnectedness―where individual insight, systemic understanding, and empathy drive meaningful action.

The second volume From "We" to "Systems Change" builds on this foundation to explore transformation beyond the individual.

Eleftheria Egel is a scholar, Ed-tech social startup founder & advisor and business mentor for female entrepreneurs. The focus of her work is on social sustainability. Her research and publications are in the fields of spiritual, female and sustainability leadership & entrepreneurship. Her most recent publication is an edited Collection on the ethical challenges and implications of the COVID-19 crisis management. Eleftheria is Advisory Board Member of Ethics International Press and Executive Board Member of One Planet Education Networks. In the past, she served on the Board of the "Management, Spirituality & Religion" Interest Group of the Academy of Management.

Mauricio Campos Suarez is the co-founder of IDG Switzerland and has a diverse background as, Coach, Engineer, MBA, Corporate Executive, Community Builder, Technology and Digital Health & Innovation Expert, and Yoga & Mindfulness Instructor. He specializes in catalyzing external and internal transformation for individuals and organizations. In his more than 20 years of executive experience in pharmaceutical companies, he worked across +40 countries and led large diverse teams globally distributed within highly complex organizations spanning various countries and continents. He has a multi-faceted background as an Engineer, Executive MBA (IE), ICF & EMCC Certified Professional & Senior Team Coach, and Mindfulness & Yoga instructor.