Top 70 Leadership Influencers in 2026
The September 2026 snapshot of top 70 leadership influencers in 2026 covers 70 public Instagram profiles with 37M combined followers. Median audience size is 19.1K (mean 530K), which tells you the typical creator on this list is smaller than the headline names — a few large accounts pull the average up.
Average engagement across the ranking is 3.6% (median 4%). That is 0.2pp below the 3.8% leadership industry midpoint we use for 2026 Instagram, and 2.1pp above the ~1.55% all-niche Instagram average. The top three accounts hold 69.3% of the list’s followers, so a “book the ranking” campaign would be buying concentration, not a flat roster.
On this mix, a single organic feed post typically budgets $1,266–$5,125 and a Reel $2,195–$7,912 before usage rights (public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× leadership premium). A five-creator test usually lands around $6,330–$25,625.
Key takeaways for leadership in September 2026
- Gary Vay-Ner-Chuk, Tony Robbins, Dave Ramsey currently sit at the top of this leadership ranking.
- Follower mix: 34.3% nano, 37.1% micro, 20% mid. Dominant tier: micro.
- Geography: 13 countries on the list, led by United States (5.7%) and Spain (2.9%).
- 53 profiles link out to a live or curated Instagram handle; 53 are verified public figures with self-hosted photos.
- Highest engagement on the list is Stephanie Wharton at 6.7%, which is not the largest audience (Gary Vay-Ner-Chuk at 11M). That gap is the usual “don’t sort only by followers” lesson.
- Do not brief a hobby account like a lifestyle page. If they teach quilting, the product has to live in a quilting workflow.
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Leadership Influencers ranked
1.
Gary Vay-Ner-Chuk Mega
@garyvee✈️CEO/Chairman 🐈⬛Creator / Founder 🔮Investor FB,Venmo,Twitter,Liquid Death✍️I do not have a Telegram account❌⬇️
11M Followers 72.9K Avg. Likes 1% Engagement 3,584 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
2.
Tony Robbins Mega
@tonyrobbinsEmpowering millions to live a life of meaning.💘 🤳 🌎
8M Followers 67.2K Avg. Likes 0.9% Engagement 6,894 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
3.
Dave Ramsey Mega
@daveramsey💲 Personal finance expert📚 9x national bestselling author🎙️ Host of 🏢 Founder & CEO of
6.4M Followers 74.7K Avg. Likes 1.2% Engagement 5,511 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
4.
Simon Sinek Mega
@simonsinekTo run & jump & laugh & cry & love & hope & imagine...to experience as much as I can for one purpose: to inspire.🇺🇦 Founder of The Optimism Company
4.7M Followers 44.6K Avg. Likes 1% Engagement 6,775 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
5.
John C. Maxwell Mega
@johncmaxwellBestselling Author. Speaker. Trainer. Coach.Adding value to people who multiply value to others.
1.7M Followers 8.9K Avg. Likes 1% Engagement 5,420 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
6.
Sam Adeyemi Macro
@thesamadeyemiAuthor of SHIFTS: 6 Steps To Transform Your Mindset And Elevate Your Leadership. Global Speaker. Strategic Leadership Coach. Minister.
913K Followers 14.2K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 7,717 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
7.
Jon Gordon Mid
@jongordon1117x best-selling author, Top 3 Leadership Speaker Consultant to CEO’s, Championship Coaches and Teams.“I help leaders build stronger teams.”
442K Followers 9K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 2,890 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
8.
Paul Scanlon Mid
@paulscanlonuk🆕 Podcast: Leadership InsiderGlobal Leadership, Culture & Change Architect.Guiding organisations & people through complexity, change and growth.
260K Followers 2.6K Avg. Likes 1.6% Engagement 2,738 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
9.
Melissa Wells Mid
@iammelwellsdevoted wife, mama to sky + ocean 💍🌌🌊coaching queens for 12 yrs 👑helping women live, love & lead from our feminine power is my love language🍯
188K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 6,418 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
10.
Michael Hyatt Mid
@michaelhyattHere to help you win at work AND succeed at life!NYT Bestselling AuthorFounder of Register for my coaching webinar ⬇️
111K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 2% Engagement 6,283 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
11.
Melanie Mitro Mid
@melaniemitroMentor for 6–7 figure women in direct salesScale with strategy, wellness & legacy leadership🎙️ 8M+ podcast downloads👇 Weekly leadership tips
107K Followers 1.6K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 9,104 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
12.
Brian Solis Micro
@briansolisFuturist, 9x Best-Selling Author, Keynote Speaker, Head of Global Innovation
64.7K Followers 1.3K Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 3,889 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
13.
Nazuk Jain Micro
@productcareerProduct Management Leader in Tech👩💻 Your Product Bestie giving you tips to succeed your career in this AI-driven Era | Bay Area 📍 | Join 3k+ Leaders👇
40.7K Followers 548 Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 5,584 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
14.
Meera Remani Micro
@meera.remaniLeadership Coach helping leaders ascend to VP+ rolesClients: Google | Microsoft | GSK 🌍 Former: Amazon P&G | IIM L👉 DM for inquiries
36.7K Followers 941 Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 1,368 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
15.
Rachael Bodie Micro
@rachaelbodie⚡️Helping Women of Faith in Social Selling Double Monthly income up to 7-figures through Marketing, Recruiting & Duplication Systems ⬇️ Apply here
31.8K Followers 779 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 2,620 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
16.
Kate Waterfall Hill Micro
@katewaterfallhillLeadership coach, author, podcast host and creator of “Linda, the bad manager”. Free Intentional Leadership Guide here ⬇️
30.9K Followers 948 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 880 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
17.
Dr. Surya Kresnanda Micro
@suryakresnandaI Help LEADERS Accelerate INFLUENCE & POWER | Personal/Group Coaching for Executive & Business Leader | Game-Based Learning enthusiast | Coffee Lover
28K Followers 550 Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 8,668 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
18.
Charreah Micro
@charreahElevating leaders + orgs own your story + share with the 🌎 | 1200+ served | $50 mil in 📺 +🎤. Strategist, speaker + ownerGod ❤️ U
26.6K Followers 800 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 6,687 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
19.
Gordon Tredgold Micro
@gtredgoldGordon works with organizations that want to equip their leaders with the tools to drive engagement, performance, & profits.
22.6K Followers 867 Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 5,452 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
20.
Elisa Canali Micro
@theelicanali💎Multi-7 fig biz oracle.💸 $8M in sales. I turn your method into money + copy that prints cash as YOU$650K launch, $1M month. Premium. Potent. Paid. ▼
19.6K Followers 580 Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 3,167 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
21.
Jennifer Ludington Micro
@jenniferludington💡Helping Visionary Leaders/Business Owners Breakthrough & Scale With Confidence❤️Wife & Mama 📈Leadership & Sales Consultant/Real Estate Investing
18.5K Followers 643 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 8,950 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
22.
Laura Herde Micro
@laura.herdeFounder ☼ Helping female CEOs scale, thrive in life & love by healing their feminine energy🎙️ GIFT⇣
18K Followers 305 Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 1,761 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
23.
Dr Maike Neuhaus Micro
@theflourishingdocPositive psychology X Self-leadership👩💼Speaker, Coach, Educator❤️🔥Exit the grind & live regret-free🎙️Podcaster 🆓📒👇
14.1K Followers 339 Avg. Likes 2.9% Engagement 1,162 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
24.
David Labouchere Micro
@davidlabouchereReally too old (62) to be feeling this young. 9th in the World in age at Kona 2024. 50xIM half and full, 6xKona. Sub10.
12.9K Followers 317 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 7,337 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
25.
Apples Garcia Micro
@applesgarciaMom 👰🏻♀️👨🏻💻👨🏻💻🐕🇵🇭🇺🇸 |🏋🏻♀️🧘🏻♀️🍎 CEO Coach • • Exec. Advisor
12.4K Followers 338 Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 6,473 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
26.
Lisa Bodenburg Micro
@lisabodenburg✨Lead/Motivate/Inspire✨ I’m here to Coach you to Greatness🚁USMC DoorGunner💪🏼NPC Champ🥊USA Boxer
11.9K Followers 363 Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 9,376 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
27.
Brian Kight Micro
@tbriankight🏋🏻♂️ Leadership and personal discipline systems for ATHLETES and COACHES📲 Author of DailyDiscipline.com
11.8K Followers 305 Avg. Likes 2.7% Engagement 2,072 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
28.
Robertson Hunter Stewart Micro
@robertson.h.stewartI create educational content and books which help managers and leaders create great work cultures focused on purpose, empowerment and engagement.
11.3K Followers 442 Avg. Likes 4.5% Engagement 7,599 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
29.
Carissa Johnsen Micro
@carissajohnsenCarissa Johnsen is a leadership creator with a global audience and an engaged Instagram following. Reach out via their profile for collaborations and partnerships.
10.3K Followers 318 Avg. Likes 3.7% Engagement 9,487 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
30.
Vladimer Botsvadze Nano
@vladimerbotsvadze🚀 Entrepreneur🌎 No. 1 Marketing & Retail Influencer 🎤 Keynote Speaker 📚 Professor 📈 Fortune 500 Consultant 📩
9.4K Followers 211 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 1,213 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
31.
Ann Nguyen Nano
@theannnguyen🌹I help soulful, ambitious women have great sex & create thriving relationships ❤️🔥 OWN YOUR PLEASURE - in person workshop in SF 5/4👇🏽
8.2K Followers 243 Avg. Likes 3.6% Engagement 495 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
32.
Mariela De La Mora Nano
@mariela.delamora👧🏻 Daughter of immigrants and former Marketing Exec who made $1 million as a single mama🎙️Cycle Breakers & Money Makers💎Private coaching now open
8.1K Followers 297 Avg. Likes 6.1% Engagement 9,069 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
33.
Heather Penny Nano
@heatherpennyphdLead with Clarity, Confidence, & Courage🤝 Leadership Coach & Trusted Advisor✏️ Author of Grace Space + more🎙️ Host of The Life You’re Made For
8K Followers 347 Avg. Likes 5.8% Engagement 5,989 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
34.
Adrian Koehler Nano
@adrian.kHere to work with the brave to generate all necessary action. Getting you past necessity into vitality.
7.9K Followers 302 Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 9,233 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
35.
Jord Cuiper Nano
@jordcuiperEntrepreneur | Exec Mentor | Ultra Runner
7.8K Followers 235 Avg. Likes 5% Engagement 7,086 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
36.
Javonne Steward Nano
@javonne.stewardHelping leaders take responsibility for their lives and ACT to maximize their potential.Download Starter Kit👇🏽
7K Followers 226 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 726 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
37.
Meredith Baker Nano
@themeredithbakerHelping you connect to yourself + others through coaching•comedy•culture ✨👩🎓 Harvard/Oxford/ICF🎙️ Upgrade your life🔽
7K Followers 157 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 2,274 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
38.
Kathryn Binkley Nano
@thekathrynbinkleyBuild a business you can depend on, not a business that depends on you ⚡️CEO 🔍DM me HIDDEN MILLION for FREE training
6.3K Followers 222 Avg. Likes 4% Engagement 1,443 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
39.
Erika Hartman Nano
@_lifegains_Validation Queen ♛ Hype-woman✨I teach you how to heal + be free💫Inspiring you to be unapologetically yourselfLife is hard, let’s do it together ↓
6.2K Followers 154 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 5,361 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
40.
Kara Ronin Nano
@kara_roninCareer & Leadership Coach. Founder of Executive Impressions. Communication, visibility and leadership skills. Free resources in BIO.
5.7K Followers 113 Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 1,817 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
41.
Anadel Alberti Nano
@anadelalbertiCEO & Founder Speaker | Professional Certified Coach 🦄Owner & Photographer
5.6K Followers 296 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 4,469 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
42.
Chichi Okpara Nano
@herpowerpose✨ Career Growth & God-Given InfluenceEx-SVP → Faith-Led Coach & CreatorHelping Ambitious Women Lead Boldly🎯 Free Trainings, Planner & Tools ⬇️
5.1K Followers 139 Avg. Likes 4.3% Engagement 7,530 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
43.
Nicole Cruz Nano
@nicolecruzcoachingI help 1st/2nd gen folks and teams lead with clarity, courage & cultural awareness.🎙️First to Thrive podcast Book Your Discovery Call
3.3K Followers 140 Avg. Likes 6% Engagement 1,301 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
44.
Stephanie Wharton Nano
@stephwharton_🏳️🌈 Queer Latina + Bachata Dancer👑 Embrace your SPEAKER ERA your way🎤 Founder 👇 SPEAKER ERA waitlist + free 10day experience
3.2K Followers 201 Avg. Likes 6.7% Engagement 4,155 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
45.
Steve Gutzler Nano
@stevegutzlerInspiring Keynote Speaker on Emotional Intelligence, Human-Centered Leadership, and High PerformanceTransforming Teams and Organizations
2.7K Followers 91 Avg. Likes 4.9% Engagement 4,694 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
46.
Rebecca Muriuki Nano
@rebeccakmuriukiSTR Mentor for high-earning WomenInvest in short-term rental property remotely🚀0→$250K 🏠 in 8 mths in🇿🇦|Ex-Corp DirectorSteal the secret strategy⤵
2.5K Followers 130 Avg. Likes 5.7% Engagement 8,649 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
47.
Janette Toral Nano
@janettetoralI help entrepreneurs achieve business growth online and personal leadership transformation.
2.3K Followers 100 Avg. Likes 5.8% Engagement 3,693 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
48.
Brooke Monaghan Nano
@briggsmonaghanFounder Project Ops & Brand Strategy Co-host🎙️ Re-imagining Online Business Podcast
1.3K Followers 49 Avg. Likes 6.7% Engagement 4,854 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
49.
Kevin Eikenberry Nano
@kevineikenberryBest-selling Author | Speaker | Leadership Expert | Podcast Host | Trainer | Coach Video Series: 13 Days to Remarkable Leadership 👇
1.2K Followers 33 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 2,067 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
50.
Michael McKinney Nano
@leaderworksPresident of LeadershipNow • Author of the LeadingBlog • Lead From Where You Are • Coaching + Advisory Services • Click on Link Below to Learn More
951 Followers 27 Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 6,946 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
51.
Jon Stallings Nano
@pastorjonstallingsPastor, blogger, speaker, YouTuber. Finding greater faith, leadership and purpose for life. McDonough GA - photography account
849 Followers 22 Avg. Likes 4.6% Engagement 2,077 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
52.
Jude Jennison Nano
@jude.jennisonExecutive and team coach, helping CEOs grow and scale by empowering their team to lead changeLeadership with HorsesBestselling Author and Speaker
581 Followers 25 Avg. Likes 6.1% Engagement 3,990 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
53.
Feliche Ranger Nano
@felicheranger🦅Pioneering a flourishing family! 👑💡Fitness| Family| Faith| Finds💡👑SON OF THE SOVEREIGN GOD ABOVE👑
501 Followers 19 Avg. Likes 5.1% Engagement 7,438 Posts
Contact: via Instagram profile ↗
54.
Nadia Mensah ✓ Mid Moscow
@nadia91Creating behind-the-scenes and tutorials as a leadership specialist creator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
315K Followers 4.4K Avg. Likes 1.7% Engagement 5,885 Posts Russia
Contact: via Instagram profile
55.
Mikkel Castillo Mid Santiago
@mikkelcastilloContent creator and leadership creator known for reviews. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
312K Followers 8.9K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 1,368 Posts Chile
Contact: via Instagram profile
56.
Frankie Wong Mid Helsinki
@frankie.wongFrankie is a leadership enthusiast based in Helsinki, sharing how-to content and tutorials.
216K Followers 4.5K Avg. Likes 2.5% Engagement 1,772 Posts Finland
Contact: via Instagram profile
57.
Selena Andersen Mid Austin, TX
@selena.andersenSelena is a leadership hobbyist based in Austin, TX, sharing how-to content and tutorials.
288K Followers 8.1K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 1,022 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
58.
Jordan Lopez ✓ Mid Barcelona
@jordanmediaEnthusiast and leadership creator known for behind-the-scenes. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
206K Followers 3.3K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 3,239 Posts Spain
Contact: via Instagram profile
59.
Ji-woo Lefebvre Mid Lima
@ji-woo73Ji-woo is a leadership hobbyist based in Lima, sharing behind-the-scenes and how-to content.
223K Followers 2.9K Avg. Likes 1.8% Engagement 6,699 Posts Peru
Contact: via Instagram profile
60.
Fatima Carvalho Mid Houston, TX
@vibesfatimaCreating behind-the-scenes and community tips as a leadership educator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
221K Followers 5.4K Avg. Likes 2.2% Engagement 349 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
61.
Isha Wagner ✓ Mid Cairo
@isha11Isha is a leadership educator based in Cairo, sharing tutorials and community tips.
114K Followers 3.4K Avg. Likes 2.3% Engagement 3,318 Posts Egypt
Contact: via Instagram profile
62.
Polina Yamamoto ✓ Micro Sydney
@polina_yamamotoLeadership specialist creator from Sydney. Posts about behind-the-scenes, reviews, and connecting with an engaged community.
92.4K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 3.3% Engagement 4,684 Posts Australia
Contact: via Instagram profile
63.
Savannah Park ✓ Micro Los Angeles, CA
@savannah_parkCreating community tips and reviews as a leadership hobbyist. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
97.7K Followers 3.5K Avg. Likes 4.1% Engagement 6,637 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
64.
Hana Patel Mid Atlanta, GA
@hana2Educator and leadership creator known for how-to content. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
101K Followers 2.2K Avg. Likes 1.9% Engagement 623 Posts United States
Contact: via Instagram profile
65.
Sage Patel Micro Sao Paulo
@sage_patelEducator and leadership creator known for tutorials. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
77.1K Followers 2.1K Avg. Likes 3.8% Engagement 7,217 Posts Brazil
Contact: via Instagram profile
66.
Mason Fischer Micro Amsterdam
@masonfischerSpecialist creator and leadership creator known for tutorials. Open to brand partnerships and collaborations.
52.5K Followers 1.1K Avg. Likes 3.1% Engagement 3,314 Posts Netherlands
Contact: via Instagram profile
67.
Logan Hoffmann Micro Athens
@loganwanderCreating behind-the-scenes and community tips as a leadership educator. Reach out for paid collaborations and sponsorships.
49.6K Followers 2.5K Avg. Likes 4.2% Engagement 3,881 Posts Greece
Contact: via Instagram profile
68.
Anya Zhang Micro Medellin
@anyamediaLeadership specialist creator from Medellin. Posts about reviews, community tips, and connecting with an engaged community.
32.6K Followers 837 Avg. Likes 3.2% Engagement 1,845 Posts Colombia
Contact: via Instagram profile
69.
Frankie Castillo ✓ Micro Brussels
@frankie_castilloLeadership enthusiast from Brussels. Posts about tutorials, community tips, and connecting with an engaged community.
17.5K Followers 824 Avg. Likes 3.9% Engagement 5,003 Posts Belgium
Contact: via Instagram profile
70.
Mai Moreau Micro Barcelona
@mai15Leadership specialist creator from Barcelona. Posts about reviews, community tips, and connecting with an engaged community.
16.3K Followers 402 Avg. Likes 2.8% Engagement 4,902 Posts Spain
Contact: via Instagram profile
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Estimated Instagram rates for this mix
Planning ranges from public 2026 Instagram bands, weighted by the follower-tier mix on this page and a 0.95× leadership adjustment. They are not quotes from the creators below. Usage rights and whitelisting typically add 30–50%.
| Deliverable | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Typical feed post on this list | $1,266 | $5,125 |
| Typical Reel on this list | $2,195 | $7,912 |
| Five-creator test campaign (feed) | $6,330 | $25,625 |
What this leadership influencers ranking actually shows
How-to content with a named method. Tiny specialist audiences punch above their follower weight on conversion because every viewer is already in-market. On this specific list the median account has been posting since around 2014 (average age ~10.1 years; oldest 2011, newest 2024) with roughly 4,631 posts — enough history that you can actually audit a grid before you brief.
Primary language on the roster is English (82.9%). A meaningful secondary slice is Spanish (7.1%) — write the caption language into the brief if you care about comment quality.
Where gender is labelled, the split is 28 female / 25 male (17 unlabelled). Use that as a casting hint, not a quota.
Follower-tier mix
| Tier | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Nano (<10K) | 24 | 34.3% |
| Micro (10K–100K) | 26 | 37.1% |
| Mid (100K–500K) | 14 | 20% |
| Macro (500K–1M) | 1 | 1.4% |
| Mega (1M+) | 5 | 7.1% |
Where they are based
| Country | Creators | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 4 | 5.7% |
| Spain | 2 | 2.9% |
| Russia | 1 | 1.4% |
| Chile | 1 | 1.4% |
| Finland | 1 | 1.4% |
How to brief leadership influencers
- The creator is an expert — let them reject a talking point that would embarrass them in their community.
- Send the actual tool/product, not just talking points.
- Saves and tutorial completions beat raw views.
Formats that usually work here: tutorial Reels, tool reviews, community AMAs, before/after carousels. Read the ranking methodology or the 2026 rate guide.
Leadership Influencers vs related lists
Leadership Influencers averages 0.8pp more engagement than AI Influencers and has a smaller median audience (19.1K vs 137K).
Leadership Influencers averages 1.7pp more engagement than Cosplay Influencers and has a smaller median audience (19.1K vs 623K).
Leadership Influencers averages 0.1pp less engagement than Watch Influencers and has a smaller median audience (19.1K vs 27.6K).
| List | Creators | Median followers | Avg. ER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leadership Influencers (this page) | 70 | 19.1K | 3.6% |
| AI Influencers | 70 | 137K | 2.8% |
| Cosplay Influencers | 100 | 623K | 1.9% |
| Watch Influencers | 100 | 27.6K | 3.7% |
Snapshot compiled September 2026 from 70 ranked profiles (53 verified public figures, 17 additional directory listings). Industry engagement midpoints and rate bands are public 2026 Instagram benchmarks, not private platform data. Full methodology.
Leadership Influencers — frequently asked questions
Who are the top leadership influencers in 2026?
Our September 2026 ranking of 70 leadership influencers is led by Gary Vay-Ner-Chuk, Tony Robbins, Dave Ramsey. Combined they represent 37M followers, with an average engagement of 3.6%. 53 entries are verified public figures. The order blends audience size with engagement so a quiet mega-account does not automatically beat a louder mid-tier creator.
How is this leadership list ranked?
Creators are ordered by a blend of followers, engagement rate and posting consistency. Verified public figures with self-hosted photos surface first when we have them. The page also publishes the list’s own maths — median 19.1K followers, 3.6% average ER, 69.3% of reach in the top three — so you can see whether you are looking at a concentrated or diversified niche.
What engagement rate is good for leadership Instagram accounts?
For leadership we treat ~3.8% as the 2026 industry midpoint (specialist hobbies (how-to, pets, crafts, education) are Instagram’s engagement leaders in 2026 tables). This list averages 3.6%, which is 0.2pp below that midpoint. Nano and micro accounts should beat the midpoint; mega accounts can sit well below it and still be efficient on raw impressions.
How much do leadership influencers charge in 2026?
Using public Instagram rate bands weighted by this list’s follower mix and a 0.95× niche adjustment, one organic feed post on a typical account here is $1,266–$5,125; a Reel is $2,195–$7,912. Usage rights, exclusivity and whitelisting usually add 30–50%. These are planning ranges, not quotes from the creators on this page.
Where are these leadership influencers based?
The ranking spans 13 countries. The largest shares are United States (5.7%), Spain (2.9%), Russia (1.4%). If you need a single market, filter the table by country before you export a shortlist.
How can I contact these leadership influencers?
53 public figures on this page link through to Instagram. We do not publish private emails for real people. For a spreadsheet of campaign-ready contacts, request a targeted list — we only include adults who are publicly doing creator work.
How often is the leadership list updated?
Figures on this page were compiled for September 2026. Rankings move as follower counts, engagement and newly surfaced public figures change. Treat it as a current snapshot, not a lifetime league table.
What campaign formats work best with leadership?
The highest-performing briefs in this niche usually mix tutorial Reels, tool reviews and before/after carousels. Lead with one hero Reel, support it with a feed post or carousel, and keep Stories for time-sensitive offers or codes.