Lead & Star is facilitated by Uzma Hyder, a freelance writer and teacher. Uzma has written for The Hindu, The Khaleej Times, Femina Magazine and various other publications. Uzma has won the Special Award for Women's Writing at St Francis College , and has an M.A in International Relations from Kings College, London. Uzma has been teaching Lead & Star workshops for a number for children's groups across the twin cities,that have been met with great appreciation and success. She also teaches communication skills to adults. She believes it is truly a humbling delight to inspire and touch hearts and minds.