A Visionary Leader Redefining the IP Landscape

Dr Shweta Singh, Founder and CEO of Ennoble IP, has been celebrated as the 2025 Woman of the Year in Intellectual Property, marking a pinnacle in her journey as a first-generation entrepreneur. Starting with zero resources but a fierce conviction that India deserved stronger innovation systems, Dr Singh has spent over a decade building Ennoble IP into a global powerhouse. Her mission to democratise intellectual property rights and empower women in leadership has now evolved into a worldwide movement that bridges the gap between grassroots Indian innovators and international markets.

A Year of Historic Achievements

The year 2025 has witnessed a series of landmark accolades and initiatives that underscore Dr Singh's influence on the global stage:

• Global Leadership in Policy (2026 Ranking): In a significant recognition of her enduring impact, Dr Singh has been ranked first as the 'LEADER IN IP POLICY DEVELOPMENT & REFORM' in The Top 100 Influential Women Leaders in IP Law: Champions of Leadership, Innovation, and Global Influence 2026 Ranking.
  

• The Shakti Award 2025: On August 7, Dr Singh received the prestigious Shakti Award from the Hon’ble Chief Minister of Delhi, Shrimati Rekha Gupta Ji, presented by NewsX. Accepting the honour alongside celebrated business leaders, she dedicated the award to the spirit of resilience, emphasising that authentic leadership lies in "creating space for others to rise."
  

• Global Honours & Canadian Global Award: Expanding her international footprint, Dr Singh was bestowed with the Canadian Global Award and recognised among the Top 20 Women Leaders Globally. Her thought leadership was further highlighted as she represented India at major forums, including INTA 2025 in San Diego and the GIPC in Mumbai.
  

• Women’s IP World Recognition: Further cementing her status as an industry authority, Dr Singh has made significant contributions to the Women’s IP World Annual Magazine 2025. In addition to securing the #2 rank among the Top 100 Global Women Leaders in IP Law & Innovation and winning the Leadership & Vision award, she authored an exclusive feature for the publication.
  

  

  
  

• Institutional Excellence: Under her stewardship, Ennoble IP was named a Top 10 Patent Prosecution Firm in India by IP Pilot (Germany) and listed as a recommended firm by IAM 1000 2025.
  

• The 'INNOVASTHAN' Movement: In a bid to strengthen India’s intellectual capital, Dr Singh launched INNOVASTHAN, a massive national IP Yatra. Inaugurated in Karnataka with the support of the Hon’ble Governor, this movement aims to cultivate a culture of innovation across 20 states, ensuring ideas from every corner of the nation are protected.
  

• Authoring Change: She also released her new book, “Innovation and Intellectual Property Rights for Researchers, Students, and Innovators,” a practical guide that demystifies IP for the academic community.
  

Global Thought Leadership and Industry Authority

In her contribution to the magazine, Dr Singh authored an exclusive feature titled "Unlocking the Power of IP Analytics for Strategic Decision-Making." This article offers critical insights into how modern organisations can leverage intellectual property data not just for protection, but as a strategic asset to drive competitiveness. Her analysis is currently influencing the global discourse on how startups and corporations alike approach IP strategy.

Conclusion

Dr Shweta Singh’s recognition as the IP Woman of the Year 2025 is a testament to the power of purpose-driven leadership. By seamlessly blending global excellence with grassroots mentorship through platforms like SheReal and WIEF, she continues to pave the way for future generations. Her journey serves as a powerful reminder that with resilience and vision, one can not only build a successful enterprise but also ignite a national movement for change.