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Stefan Schmied, Leader of LIXIL International's IMEA region (India, the Middle East, including Türkiye and Africa), on uniting bold sustainability ambitions with long-term business growth.

Samih Toukan, Chairman and CEO, Jabbar Internet Group, on how to stand out, secure funding, and scale smart.

Speaking with Entrepreneur Middle East's Managing Editor Tamara Pupic, Baldacchino outlines how DFSA is shaping a regulatory environment that supports growth while ensuring market integrity.

Wai Lum Kwok, Senior Executive Director, Authorization and Fintech, ADGM, explains how ADGM has positioned itself as a premier jurisdiction for digital asset-related activities.

Amna and Hamda Al Qubaisi, Emirati female professional race car drivers, open up on their approach to leadership.

Selected participants will gain access to a curated curriculum of workshops, coaching and domain expertise, alongside connections to Antler's and Mubadala's global networks.

Mokhtar Ibrahim, Investment Principal, BECO Capital, showcases the principles that inspire investor faith and sustainable outcomes.

H.E. Najla Al Midfa, Vice Chairperson of Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa), and Vice Chairperson and Managing Director of Emirates Growth Fund (EGF), proposes a new model of leadership - "kindness with a spine."

Tammer Qaddumi, co-founder and General Partner, VentureSouq, underscores the factors that build investor trust and sustainable success.

Tammer Qaddumi, co-founder and General Partner, Venture Souq, underscores the factors that build investor trust and sustainable success.

"Dubai's aesthetic sector is dynamic and fast-moving. It's not just keeping up with global trends – in many ways, it's setting them."

Mete Güney, Executive Vice President, Market Development, EEMEA, Mastercard, looks ahead to a new chapter of impact at the company.

Hasan Haider, founder and Managing Partner, Plus VC, shows what drives investor trust and smart growth.

Basil Moftah shares the keys to winning investment.

The co-founders share insights on building a living archive of Arab excellence.

Amjad Ahmad, Managing Partner, 500 Global, reveals what it takes to secure funding and grow smart.

Fundraising lessons from Ali A. Abussaud, CEO, Hala VC.

Practical advice from Aboudi Al-Qattan, Principal, DASH Ventures, on how to differentiate your startup, attract investors, and grow strategically.

How to win investor attention and scale with impact—insider guidance from Ekta Tolani, Chief Investment Officer, KBW Ventures.

Get fundraising and growth insights from Shane Shin, Founding Partner at Shorooq—on how to differentiate, attract investors, and scale wisely.

Insider tips from Noor Sweid, author and founder and Managing Partner at Global Ventures, on how to stand out, secure funding, and scale smart.

Sartoro Geneve's co-founder and CEO Arto Artinian on turning family craftsmanship into a global name in contemporary high and fine jewelry.

Gautam Jain, Operating Member, SC Ventures, a venture capital arm of Standard Chartered Bank, on helping accelerate the UAE's digital ambitions.

On the sidelines of a special event by ONE Development, Kevin O'Leary sat down for an exclusive interview with Entrepreneur Middle East to share his advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.

"No brochure, no online ad, no website is going to give you an idea of what's going on here [UAE]- it's multicultural, a melting pot, a fantastic location."

Tapping into the power of skincare biohacking.

With a rare blend of technical insight and business acumen, Angela Klass is helping others future-proof their operations in a world where staying ahead means thinking smarter.

Mehmet Tulunay, General Manager of Rixos Marina Abu Dhabi, reveals the secrets that drive the resort's extraordinary growth and cement its position in the luxury market.

"The momentum came from real reactions and genuine word of mouth, and I think that's exactly why it resonated. We didn't have a structured marketing plan or budget. It was all about people connecting with the product and sharing it because they truly believed in it."

Ashley Aquilina, founder of Ashley Aquilina Academy, on how an unshakeable belief in her craft became the foundation of a remarkable business journey.