Stellr is the natural evolution of Brand Capital Advisors, a firm founded in 2019 that spent five years building recognized personal brands.

What started as a humble strategic positioning firm has grown into an international agency dedicated to building global influence, shaping thought leaders, and creating industry legends.

Our vision, our commitment

“Sometimes we work with well-established leaders, and other times with people with no influence at all, turning them into absolute badasses.
This is more than branding – it’s about creating legends. And legends don’t just exist, they make an impact.”

Claudia Miclaus, Founder and CEO of Stellr

We believe in a world where influence is used as a force for good.

With clients across four continents, we operate at the highest level of business, government, academia, and emerging technology.

As a high-profile personal branding agency, we are selective about who we work with. This is so we can deliver quality results to a portfolio we are proud of. Clients typically engage with us long term to build their brand consistently.

As we represent the personal brands of influential business leaders, we are a global resource for conference producers, the media, brands, and governments who seek keynote speakers, trainers, and advisors.
We are a driven group of experts, made up of designers, writers, publicists, communications professionals, brand managers, and digital marketers.

OUR TEAM

Together with our partners and international collaborators, we are over 40 team members who collectively speak more than 20 languages.

CORE TEAM

Claudia Miclaus

Claudia Miclaus

CEO & Chief Influence Officer

Claudia Miclaus is the visionary behind STELLR and a global authority in personal branding and influence architecture. She is a trusted strategic advisor to Fortune 500 executives, and a government consultant. Known for her strategic insight, Claudia is a sought-after speaker on leadership, influence, and personal branding. A passionate advocate for education, she helps advance soft skills and personal branding in schools worldwide.

 Ashley Bitterman

Ashley Bitterman

Head of MK & Client Relations

Ashley Bitterman is the Head of Marketing & Client Relations at STELLR, where she leads brand strategy and client engagement with nearly two decades of experience in marketing and communications. She has driven initiatives for organizations across industries, from high-growth startups to enterprises generating over $100 million in revenue. Ashley excels at developing brand foundations, designing high-impact campaigns, and positioning leaders for influence.

Marjie Shrimpton

Marjie Shrimpton

Writer & Content Specialist

Marjie Shrimpton is a Writer & Content Specialist at STELLR, where she helps our clients develop authentic narratives. Her work has helped authors reach #1 on Amazon, land on the NYT and WSJ bestseller lists, and 10x their LinkedIn. With experience in books, articles, and digital content, Marjie brings a keen editorial sense and a strong eye for visibility. Marjie is also an actress, producer and singer based in Brooklyn and does wonderful work in theatre and storytelling.

Alice Dumitrascu

Alice Dumitrascu

Account Manager

Alice Dumitrașcu is our Project and Account Manager and the right hand to the CEO, ensuring every client account runs smoothly, strategically, and on time. With nearly five years at STELLR and almost a decade of experience in brand design—including roles at Maxwell Leadership and the Philharmonic of Timișoara—Alice brings attention to detail, creative depth, and operational excellence to everything she touches.

Elham P. Mohammadi

Elham P. Mohammadi

Journalist & Content Specialist

Elham P. Mohammadi is a senior journalist, writer, and editor with 15+ years in print and digital media. She holds a Master’s in Communication and Media Studies and has reported globally on politics, business, tech, and cultural trends. A ghostwriter for Fortune 500 CEOs and global founders, she blends editorial strategy with AI fluency to shape strong reputations, thought leadership and powerful personal brands.

Karim Abdou

Karim Abdou

Marketing Consultant

Karim Abdou is a marketing, design and editorial consultant for STELLR, combining creativity and strategy to deliver exceptional results for our clients. With experience at EY, International SOS, and Moody’s Analytics, he holds a Master’s in Entrepreneurial Management and a Bachelor’s in Marketing & Digital Media, graduating with First Class Honours. Karim is based in Berlin, and is deeply passionate about football, chess, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.

Marco Frey

Marco Frey

Editorial Consultant

Marco Frey is a New York–based editorial consultant at STELLR, specializing in brand voice development and content strategy. With a background in journalism and a flair for storytelling, he helps entrepreneurs, authors, and investors articulate their unique value propositions. Marco’s work has contributed to bestselling books and significantly increased online engagement for thought leaders. Marco is a musician, drummer and loves poetry.

STELLR STRATEGIC ADVISORY

Our advisors are accomplished leaders across industries who help shape the sectors our clients operate in. Their insight brings clarity, foresight, and a strategic edge—allowing us to anticipate industry changes.

Dave Williams

Dave Williams

Business Intelligence Advisor

Dave is a seasoned global entrepreneur, startup founder, CEO, advisor, and investor with multiple prominent exits and three decades of experience shaping the digital marketing, advertising, AdTech, and digital nomad industries since the Dot Com era. Since beginning his entrepreneurial journey in 1996, Dave has bootstrapped, founded, scaled, and sold industry-leading digital marketing and AdTech companies.

Leonor Diaz Alcantara

Leonor Diaz Alcantara

Education Intelligence Advisor

Leonor is a seasoned CEO and strategic advisor with nearly 25 years of experience leading organisations in education, technology and social impact. As former CEO of Montessori Education, she led global expansion initiatives. She’s currently the founder and chair of Saviesa, a think tank dedicated to human-centric innovation. Leonor is a valued board member and contributes her expertise as a member of the World in 2050 Brain Trust.

Pranjal Sharma

Pranjal Sharma

Media Intelligence Advisor

Pranjal is an economic analyst, advisor, and author specializing in technology, AI, globalization, and media. With over two decades in media leadership at Bloomberg UTV and TV Today Network, Pranjal advises organizations leveraging emerging technologies for growth. Based in New Delhi, he writes for Business Standard and BusinessWorld, and leads discussions at global platforms like the World Economic Forum.

Christina Alessi

Christina Alessi

Speaking Intelligence Advisor

Christina Alessi is the founder and CEO of Sfera Agency, a leading speakers’ bureau, and a trusted agency partner of Stellr World. Based in Miami, she served as Director of Sales for Simon Sinek for four years and is a deeply valued advisor to Stellr. An international speaker herself, Christina holds a Bachelor of Science in Advertising and connects thought leaders with global audiences, specializing in strategic sales, impactful partnerships, and event curation.

Suleyman Yazki

Suleyman Yazki

Art Intelligence Advisor

Suleyman Yazki is a creative director with over a decade of experience shaping brand identities, crafting immersive experiences, and redefining motion design for some of the world’s most iconic companies and cultural institutions. His career has taken him across Paris, Rotterdam, Luxembourg, Los Angeles, and Geneva, where he has collaborated with renowned names such as Nike, Netflix, Warner, FX, Canal+, Cartier, Lancôme, Chopard, Rolex, and Dior.

Viktoriia Savistka

Viktoriia Savistka

Sustainability Intelligence Advisor

Viktoriia Savistka is Chief of Sustainability & Strategic Engagement at Epicentr Group, Ukraine’s largest omnichannel ecosystem. A founding partner at AMVS Capital and columnist at Moneys Magazine, she has a background at the UN and WTO, and advances digital transformation, SME growth, and social impact through global partnerships. A frequent speaker at WEF, COP, and other global forums, she is a leading voice in sustainability, tech, and women’s empowerment.

Anamaria Meshkurti

Anamaria Meshkurti

Capital Intelligence Advisor

Anamaria Meshkurti, based in Saudi Arabia, is an author, award winning thought leader, the Associate Director for Technology Ventures of Red Sea Global – GIGA Project and Co-Editor in Chief of Moneys Magazine. A venture partner at AMVS Capital, she supports startups from Seed to Series A. Her career spans the UN, entrepreneurship, and private sectors, making her a key voice in innovation and tech diplomacy.

Florin Grozea

Florin Grozea

Influencer Intelligence Advisor

Florin Grozea is a serial entrepreneur, investor, and marketing strategist with 25 years of experience at the intersection of creativity and technology. As the founder and CEO of MOCAPP, he leads innovation in influencer marketing, working closely with creators, brands, and superstars. A five-time founder and published author, Florin advises startups and scaleups on branding, digital growth, and personal brand development.

Olga Magnusson

Olga Magnusson

Operations Intelligence Advisor

Olga Magnusson brings over 15 years of experience in digital transformation and forward-thinking systems. With a background that spans public, private, and non-profit sectors, she’s known for optimizing workflows and driving strategic initiatives. Olga is a Senior Executive Research Fellow at The Digital Economist and holds an Executive MBA from Hult International Business School and has completed studies  at MIT xPRO. 

Stellr Manifesto

Every great leader has a story. Not just a story of success, but a story of vision, resilience, and impact.

At Stellr, we believe that influence should be used as a force for good. We have seen enough situations where the abuse of power leads to disrespect on a global scale. We pride ourselves on being a company with strong morals and ethics.

Our work isn’t just about personal gain—it’s about shaping industries, making important voices heard, and creating meaningful change.

We built Stellr because we saw something missing: leaders with powerful ideas, but without a platform, without communities to share those ideas. Visionaries ready to make an impact, but no strategy to amplify their message.

It’s not enough to be the best—you have to be the best known. The right positioning opens doors; it ensures your name carries weight in the rooms that matter most.

That’s why we set high standards for our clients. If you’re not giving back in a way or another, if you’re not making a real difference—then you’re not ready for Stellr.

We don’t believe in giving money away; we believe in education and using influence for the right purposes.

We work with those who dare to stand out, have conversations, and speak up. It’s what we do—and we love doing it. We are happy doing it.

Join us on the journey and be Stellred along the way.