When you are asked if you want to do a Vanity Fair style photo shoot, the answer is always "yes", particularly if it's David Ho and Sandie Knudsen who are asking.

This was such an easy-yes. And a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon. And for me all the sweeter at the end of a birthday weekend away.

It was fun. So why do it?

To begin with, I met some highly capable and talented business owners from across the sectors. And I finally met Ruby Sweeney in person!

I also helped 2 friends whose product I like, whose product I trust. and I hope this promo will bring them more clients.

Mostly I did it because business owners have many faces and facets to them. The image attached is what today's business leaders could look like. We all bring decades of expertise and value to our clients. We all strive for a better business world and we all encompass the best that business leaders could and should offer in today’s tumultuous economic landscape. Imagine what we could achieve together!

These leaders kick derrieres in their respective fields. They happen to also be women.

One thing I do know is I am better for having spent the afternoon with them.