Sonya Keshwani is a creative entrepreneur, fashion designer, and women’s health advocate who is reshaping how lived experience can drive innovation, leadership, and impact. A Georgetown alumna with a background in public affairs and national security, Keshwani began her career in the federal government before an unexpected breast cancer diagnosis at age 29 profoundly reshaped the trajectory of her life and work. Drawing on her training in strategic communication, stakeholder engagement, and public service, Keshwani founded StyleEsteem Wardrobe, the first fashion label to design headwear by season and occasion, placing empowerment at the center of every hair journey. What began as a personal response to chemotherapy-induced hair loss has grown into a globally recognized brand that bridges fashion, wellness, and advocacy, with StyleEsteem presented at New York Fashion Week and featured in the pages of Vogue. Through StyleEsteem, Keshwani is reframing women's conversations around beauty and identity through fashion. Her work also focuses on educating hospitals and nonprofits nationwide about how quality of life, self-image, and emotional well-being can directly influence treatment experiences and outcomes. She frequently speaks on fashion innovation, breast cancer awareness, purpose-driven entrepreneurship, and health as empowerment. Keshwani holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in International Affairs from George Washington University and Master of Professional Studies in Public Relations and Corporate Relations from Georgetown University. Alongside leading her company, she has served as the NYC power ambassador for the Susan G. Komen Foundation and sits on the board of Twist Out Cancer. She also teaches in the Strategic Communications master’s program at Columbia University and is an avid sailor.