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The bravest thing a founder can do right now is not the most visible thing. It is the quiet, deliberate work of ensuring that everything they have built can outlast the version of them that built it.

There are moments when a city’s true identity is not revealed by its skyline, its luxury, or its headlines, but by how it behaves under pressure. This is one of those moments. The current instability across parts of the Middle East have created fear, hesitation, and uncertainty. Markets react. Consumers become cautious. Investors delay. Founders […]

In the world of luxury fragrance, where new brands launch almost daily and celebrity names dominate headlines, few houses command the level of reverence reserved for Roja Dove’s fragrance house, ROJA London. Since its debut in 2011, the brand has positioned itself not merely as a perfume company, but as a guardian of haute perfumery—where […]

“For me, launching a business isn’t just about commercial success or money. It’s about taking that step, overcoming fear, and unlocking a new mindset."

"Across all my businesses, my vision is simple: build sustainable platforms that serve people, create opportunities, and give back more than they take.”

A 78-slide deck doesn’t create growth, and it won’t fix your business problems, but execution will. As SME ecosystems mature, specialists who implement, deliver, and take ownership are beating out generalists offering opinions.

For most of modern business history, the ultra-wealthy relied on a familiar formula. Build strong companies, structure assets intelligently, cultivate private networks, and let reputation travel through bankers, lawyers, and trusted intermediaries. That model still works, but the environment has changed. Today, investors, founders, and premium clients who move serious capital spend a significant part […]

The newly secured funding will support Rewa’s expansion across Dubai, with plans to scale across the wider UAE and into the GCC.

"While the UK media focuses on the "exit," the UAE is focused on "The 3 Cs" I hold dear: Competence, Credibility, and Care."

"With our AI gamified solution, we make every trivia experience a personalized journey, making learning fun and interactive."

The 2024 Summit in Dubai was officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s largest lecture event.

The program will culminate on March 7 with full participation in the Megacampus Summit’s main-stage programming.

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. AYOOSH NAKKRAChairman and Founder, ARC SHIP Group AYOOSH NAKKRA is a highly experienced maritime professional with over 20 years of expertise in vessel operations, marine engineering, and […]

Raed Ventures, one of Saudi Arabia’s pioneering VC firms, is doubling down on early- and mid-stage tech startups and embedding AI as a strategic advantage, positioning its portfolio for sustainable growth in the Kingdom’s evolving ecosystem.

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Azaan Khan currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Dugasta Properties, where he has driven remarkable growth through innovative strategies that have enabled the company to […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Jayesh Patel is a trailblazer in the fintech and digital banking sector, spearheading a revolution in the UAE’s financial landscape. As CEO of Wio Bank in Abu […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Ravi Menon is the Chairman of Sobha Group, a prominent property development firm headquartered in Dubai. The group is renowned for its pioneering Backward Integration approach, which […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Yogesh Mehta is a prominent business leader and the Founder and Chairman of Petrochem Middle East, a premier distributor of petrochemical and industrial chemical products across the […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Ashish Koshy was appointed Chief Executive Officer of Inception AI, a subsidiary of G42 specialising in AI-native enterprise applications, in June 2025. With extensive experience in the […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Adel Sajan is the dynamic Group Managing Director of the Danube Group, a prominent Dubai-based conglomerate operating across building materials, home décor, retail, real estate, hospitality, and […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Ramesh S. Ramakrishnan, Chairman of the Transworld Group, brings over forty years of distinguished leadership within the shipping and logistics sector. His stewardship has transformed the company […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Jointly Founded in 2023 by entrepreneurs Sajal Garg and Mudit Jain, Arista Properties was established with a pioneering vision to redefine the luxury real estate market. Recognising […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Sir Sohan Roy is a distinguished entrepreneur, visionary leader, and philanthropist recognised for his multifaceted contributions across industries. As Founder, Chairman, and CEO of the Aries Group, […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Rizwan Sajan is a visionary leader whose entrepreneurial acumen has transformed the landscape of the UAE’s real estate and construction sectors. As the Founder and Chairman of […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Nilesh Khalkho, as Chief Executive Officer, has been instrumental in establishing Sharaf DG as a premier electronics retailer across the Middle East since its inception in 2005. […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. As Chairman of the NIKAI Group of Companies, Paras Shahdadpuri is a visionary leader who seamlessly blends diplomatic finesse with entrepreneurial acumen. Throughout his career trajectory, he […]