World's 50 Most Influential Business Women Making a Difference in 2025
Company: Chesterfield & Partners Private Jet Charter
Designation: Co-Founder & Director
Country: United Arab Emirates
A gorgeous and remarkable leader with an unwavering drive to stand out from the crowd, Meera Khundoo is a powerhouse of ambition and excellence. With a career built on passion, creativity, and precision, she consistently aims for perfection in every endeavor.
With over 23 years of experience in the hospitality and tourism industry, Meera has established herself as a trailblazer across multiple sectors. As a pioneer in organizing international beauty pageants, she has played a pivotal role as the National Director, grooming numerous young women who have gone on to become renowned business entrepreneurs. Her mentorship and guidance have transformed aspiring contestants into industry leaders, reinforcing her influence in shaping successful careers.
Beyond the pageant world, Meera has also made her mark in publishing as the Chief Editor of WeddingMag, an exclusive quarterly magazine tailored to suit and guide couples on their journey before, during, and after their weddings. Under her leadership, the magazine became a trusted source of inspiration and insight, helping couples navigate one of the most significant milestones of their lives with elegance and grace.
Her remarkable contributions have earned her widespread recognition, including prestigious awards for Social Marketing & Creative Events. She is a Lifetime Member of the Association of Business Executives (ABE) Africa and has been honored as one of the 100 Most Influential Women for six consecutive years. Additionally, she has received the Promising Indian African Award for three consecutive years, further cementing her status as a distinguished leader.
Currently, Meera is the Co-Founder of Chesterfield & Partners Private Jet Charters, bringing her extensive experience in the private aviation sector to an elite clientele. However, her most impactful role is as the Vice-President of Wiltshire Air Ambulance, a company incorporated in Mauritius in September 2024. Through its sister company in Dubai, accredited by EURAMI (European Aero-Medical Institute), Wiltshire Air Ambulance provides critical air ambulance services across the southern hemisphere.
Under Meera’s leadership, the organization offers specialized medical air transportation, ensuring that patients requiring intensive care in flight receive top-tier medical assistance. The operations are backed by a team of highly experienced medical professionals, utilizing state-of-the-art technology and equipment. Each flight is staffed with a paramedic and a specialist doctor, with additional specialists deployed as per the patient's medical needs. From advanced life support and critical care to pediatric medical transfers, the service is bridging a crucial gap in the availability of elite medical air transport.
Meera’s deep-rooted expertise in hospitality and private jet charters has been instrumental in shaping this initiative. Her visionary leadership places a strong emphasis on integrating elite medical services, and she collaborates with leading hospitals in Mumbai to ensure that patients receive world-class healthcare. Through her relentless dedication to expanding critical medical transport accessibility, she continues to redefine industry standards, making a profound impact in both aviation and healthcare sectors.