Celebrating Two 2026 International Business Awards: Innovation, Impact, and The ROOT Brands

I am incredibly honored to share some exciting news from the 2026 International Business Awards®.

This year, I was named a Gold Stevie® Award Winner for Woman of the Year – Innovation, and The ROOT Brands received a Bronze Stevie® Award in Health Products and Services – Small Business.

These recognitions mean so much to me because they represent far more than an award. They reflect years of work, research, collaboration, perseverance, and a shared commitment to creating solutions that can make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Honored as Woman of the Year – Innovation

Receiving the Gold Stevie Award for Woman of the Year – Innovation is an incredible honor.

Innovation has always been at the center of my work. As a scientist, formulator, entrepreneur, and lifelong student, I have always believed that we should continue asking questions, challenging what is possible, and searching for better solutions.

For me, innovation isn't simply about creating something new. It is about creating with purpose.

Throughout my career, I have worked to bring together science, health, technology, sustainability, and education in ways that can positively impact people and our planet. Every formulation, idea, patent, partnership, and project begins with the same question: How can we use science and innovation to help create a better future?

To have that work recognized internationally is deeply meaningful, and I am grateful to everyone who has been part of the journey.

A Bronze Stevie Award for The ROOT Brands

I am equally proud to celebrate The ROOT Brands for receiving a Bronze Stevie Award in Health Products and Services – Small Business.

As Chief Science Formulator of The ROOT Brands, I have had the privilege of helping develop products and solutions alongside a community that believes deeply in our mission.

ROOT has always been about more than products. It is about people.

It is about creating a global community centered around education, wellness, innovation, and the belief that people should be empowered to make informed decisions about their lives.

Seeing The ROOT Brands recognized on an international stage is a testament to the dedication of our entire team and, just as importantly, our incredible ROOT community around the world.

To our ambassadors, customers, partners, leadership, and everyone who has supported ROOT: this award belongs to all of you.

The Power of Purpose-Driven Innovation

Awards are wonderful milestones, but they are never the destination.

There is still so much work to do.

Science continues to evolve. Our understanding of health and the environment continues to grow. New technologies are opening doors that once seemed impossible. With those opportunities comes a responsibility to continue learning, questioning, collaborating, and creating responsibly.

I believe the most powerful innovations happen when science is paired with compassion.

When we remember the people behind the research.

When businesses measure success not only by what they build, but by the impact they leave behind.

And when we use our knowledge and resources to create opportunities for others.

That philosophy has guided so much of my life's work, and it will continue to guide what comes next.

Thank You

I am deeply grateful to the International Business Awards and the Stevie Awards for these honors.

To my family, colleagues, scientific collaborators, business partners, and the extraordinary teams who work alongside me every day—thank you for believing in the vision and helping bring it to life.

And to our ROOT community around the world, thank you for your trust, enthusiasm, and commitment. You are the reason we continue pushing forward.

I am proud of how far we have come, but I am even more excited about where we are going.

Receiving the 2026 Gold Stevie Award for Woman of the Year – Innovation and celebrating The ROOT Brands' Bronze Stevie Award for Health Products and Services – Small Business are moments I will always treasure.

But for me, the greatest reward will always be knowing that the work we do has the potential to positively impact someone else's life.

Here's to continuing to innovate, continuing to learn, and continuing to work toward a healthier, more sustainable, and more connected world.

With gratitude,

Dr. Christina Rahm