Stewards Investment Capital Deputy CEO Suneeta Motala has been admitted to the Forbes Business Development Council, becoming the first professional in Mauritius to join this prestigious global network.
This milestone builds on another key achievement in 2024, when Suneeta became the first on the island to join the Forbes Communications Council. In 2026, she is now the first person from Mauritius to be admitted to the Forbes Business Development Council, marking another important step for representation within global executive leadership communities.
Suneeta’s appointment follows a highly successful two-year tenure with the Forbes Communications Council, where she contributed actively to global industry discussions.
During her time in the council, she participated in more than 20 expert panel interactions that were published across Forbes platforms and authored two widely read Forbes articles: “The Silent Slap of Success” and “How to Use Your Foundations to Take Your Brand International.”
Forbes Councils are invitation-only professional communities operated in collaboration with Forbes. They bring together accomplished executives and entrepreneurs across industries to share insights, publish thought leadership, and collaborate with peers from around the world.
The Forbes Business Development Council is considered to be a highly selective organization for senior-level executives responsible for driving business growth. Members are vetted and admitted based on their professional achievements, leadership experience, and demonstrated success in business development and strategy. The council provides a platform for executives to exchange best practices, publish expert insights on Forbes.com, and engage with an international network of leaders.
“We are honored to welcome Suneeta Motala to Forbes Business Development Council”, commented the president & co-founder of Forbes Councils Ryan Paugh. “Our philosophy is that by curating the very best entrepreneurial minds around and providing them with a space to build meaningful relationships and access more opportunities, our members can further their success and the success of the entire entrepreneurial ecosystem.”
While the CEO of Stewards Investment Capital, Bilal Adam, added, “We are extremely proud of Suneeta’s achievement. Being the first Mauritian admitted to the Forbes Business Development Council reflects not only her leadership and global perspective but also the growing international footprint of Stewards. With our offices in the United States, Mauritius and South Africa, this platform will be instrumental in supporting our continued business development and strengthening relationships with global partners.”
“Being part of the Forbes Communications Council over the past two years has been an incredible experience that allowed me to exchange ideas with global leaders and contribute to meaningful conversations on leadership and branding,” underlined the Deputy CEO of Stewards Investment Capital, Suneeta Motala.
“Joining the Forbes Business Development Council is an exciting next step. It provides a powerful platform to continue learning from industry peers while sharing perspectives on building businesses internationally.”
Suneeta Motala holds over 30 years of experience in the financial sector, where she brings deep expertise in strategic marketing, communications, business development, and customer experience, while building high-performing teams across both local and international stages. Suneeta currently serves as Deputy CEO of Stewards Investment Capital, overseeing the global brand strategy, driving commercial growth, and shaping go-to-market strategies across Mauritius, South Africa, and the USA.
