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At the core of Ahmed's leadership is a clear mission: to create integrated, sustainable communities that support healthier, happier lives while delivering long-term value for residents, investors, and cities alike.

His leadership is built on foresight and movement — moving products, moving economies, moving people forward.

Khaldoon Al Mubarak continues to influence the UAE's global economic role, reinforcing its position as a forward-looking, investment driven nation.

HE Al Shorafa oversees Abu Dhabi's urban planning, municipal services, infrastructure development, and transport initiatives, advancing the emirate as a global model for liveable and smart sustainable cities.

Amin Nasser stands as one of energy's most respected thought leaders, guiding Saudi Aramco into a future where resilience, innovation, and long-term responsibility define success.

Hussain Sajwani's legacy is etched across skylines, but his real imprint is on an industry he helped redefine.

Hatem Dowidar stands among the region's most influential corporate figures, guiding a transformation that is as much cultural as technological, one that reimagines what connectivity can mean for generations ahead.

From the earliest days of his clinical training, Dr. Naser AlRiyami has carried a clear sense of purpose: to expand healthcare access, strengthen national capabilities, and develop the leadership needed to guide the UAE into its next era of medical advancement. Today, he serves as the CEO overseeing the Al Dhafra region, Burjeel Holdings, where […]

Over the past decade, the Arabic entertainment industry has evolved from a locally consumed market into one of the most promising emerging investment frontiers in global media. The Middle East media and entertainment market is currently valued at $44 billion and produces numerous premium, high-value series and films annually across drama, film, and other genres. […]

In the digital age, reputation has become the most valuable form of capital. Every click, comment, and conversation shapes how a business is perceived — and perception can have an effect on profitability. At the center of this new reality stands Sashin Govender, the 31-year-old founder of CredibilityX, a Dubai-based company that brings new ideas […]

Adouane represents a new generation of thinkers and creators who aren't waiting for adulthood to start making an impact

Every entrepreneur faces a crucial pivot point. Mine came when I realized that building an author brand meant deciding who I was writing for.

"If you don't know what to do, do something — learn from it, and iterate fast."

At Expand North Star 2025, Entrepreneur Middle East sat down with Valerio Soldani, Trade Commissioner of the Italian Trade Agency, to explore how Italy's largest-ever startup delegation is redefining "Made in Italy" for the digital age. From AI to fintech, Soldani highlighted how Italy's blend of heritage, innovation, and craftsmanship aligns perfectly with Dubai's vision for a global tech-driven future.

For decades, the Gulf has attracted global entrepreneurs with its reputation as a hub of substantial capital. From Riyadh to Abu Dhabi, Doha to Kuwait City, the region’s sovereign wealth funds and family offices oversee vast financial resources. However, despite this impressive landscape, many foreign firms find that securing investment can be a lengthy and […]

Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Dubai, ADVSell has steadily positioned itself as a trusted partner for businesses in the Middle East and North Africa looking to strengthen their supplier–retailer relationships. The company specializes in measuring and improving business-to-business engagement through surveys, insights, and solutions tailored for industries such as Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), retail, […]

To lead the nation towards a more resilient, knowledge-based future, empowering women of all ages must remain at the heart of the country's sustainable growth strategy.

For many entrepreneurs, success is measured in long hours, bigger deals, and constant hustle but behind the headlines and boardrooms, stress, burnout, and dissatisfaction have become the silent costs of ambition. It’s a cycle Dr. Ana Kochoska knows well. After more than a decade as a medical doctor and four years as a certified hypnotherapist, […]

Women-led, fully bootstrapped brand combines premium service with in-house technology to meet the city's fast-paced lifestyle

"One of the biggest mistakes in scaling is assuming what worked in one market will automatically work in another. It never does."

When Wael Mckee landed in Dubai in 2011, it didn’t take long for an opportunity to come knocking, three days, to be exact. From freelancing for an agency to leading high-end creative transformations for luxury brands, Mckee didn’t just build a career in the UAE; he found a playground for creative ambition and experimentation. “Dubai […]

Entrepreneur UK interviews Ben Johnson, founder of Uptitude, to learn how his platform is helping professionals upskill through personalized and intelligent learning pathways.

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

The UAE is now home to more than 100,000 licensed freelancers, spanning industries as diverse as technology, media, education, healthcare and sustainability.

Ohana Development CEO Husein Salem is setting a new standard for luxury real estate in the UAE with the launch of Jacob & Co. Beachfront Living by Ohana. Blending timeless design with personalized living, the AED 4.7 billion coastal development reimagines what it means to live exceptionally by the sea.

An exclusive conversation with Samana Developers' founder Imran Farooq on pioneering private pool apartments, building a construction empire, and leading with vision in Dubai's competitive real estate market.