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“Being limited by the place you’re born shouldn’t define your life. My mission is to help people overcome those barriers and unlock a world of possibilities, regardless of nationality or borders.” — Armand Arton, CEO & Founder, Arton Capital

In the world of international business, few challenges are as formidable as introducing a truly novel product or concept into a mature, established, and highly conventional industry. Raymond George—a senior global executive and strategic architect with more than three decades of experience leading market-first ventures across smart infrastructure, sustainability, and advanced manufacturing—has not only embraced […]

Ahead of her upcoming visit to Dubai in 2026, dancer, choreographer, and digital creator GiaNina Paolantonio reflects on building a business on TikTok. When GiaNina Paolantonio arrives in Dubai as part of her 2026 world dance tour, it will mark another milestone in a career that has evolved far beyond the stage. Paolantonio’s performance résumé […]

Saeeda remains a prominent voice in guiding the GCC's financial transformation journey, reinforcing the role of trusted digital payments as a foundation of innovation, economic competitiveness and modern society.

Grounded in scientific discipline yet driven by entrepreneurial vision, Dr. Han continues to shape Gate with a singular mission: to build a secure, fair, and efficient crypto ecosystem that accelerates global adoption while staying true to the technology's original promise.

Under his leadership, STARZPLAY became a platform that balanced Hollywood hits with Arabic originals and live sports, including major regional events.

With more than two decades of experience in Dubai's real estate sector, Avayan brings a rare blend of market foresight, strategic discipline, and entrepreneurial perspective.

Through visionary leadership, disciplined execution, and an unwavering focus on innovation, Abdulaziz Al-Ghomlas has built a modern Saudi success story.

Through decades of service, Essa Kazim has played a defining role in shaping Dubai's economic identity.

Sultan Alneyadi sees the UAE's space program as a foundation for the future — a pathway toward knowledge, innovation, and unity.

As Deputy Chairman and CEO of GMG, he has helped transform the family owned enterprise into a diversified international powerhouse spanning food, sports, health, and lifestyle.

Dr. Bobok's career is shaped by rare dual fluency: deep medical science combined with executive level operational experience.

Sunny Varkey remains a powerful voice in global education reform. His journey proves that impactful change often starts in a single classroom — and, with enough dedication, can grow into an international movement that gives children everywhere a chance to write their own story.

As co-founder of Marina Home Interiors, Khurshid Vakil has shaped one of the Middle East's most distinctive home fashion brands, known for eclectic design that bridges continents, cultures, and eras.

Through perseverance and purpose, Thumbay Moideen has contributed to the UAE's transformation into a global healthcare destination.

Raji's leadership philosophy has evolved from hands-on involvement in every detail to an empowering, trust based approach.

Dani channelled his expertise into a higher purpose: building a wellness ecosystem that empowers individuals to live with clarity, vitality, and purpose every day.

Together, Wajdan and Anam bring a powerful balance of strategic scalability and creative leadership.

In a world where attention shifts fast, Publsh stands firm in ensuring clients remain ahead through bold strategy, story-driven communication, and experiential creativity.

Qasim Mansoor's best work is still to come, as he continues to approach the industry with hunger, curiosity, ambition and fearlessness.

Fadi Jawad's legacy is one of empowerment — helping individuals build careers, helping industries advance, and helping nations grow by putting human capability at the centre of progress.

Bilal's core philosophy is that building enduring consumer brands is not about hype, but about combining data-driven market insight.

His leadership style is collaborative and people-focused, emphasising empowerment, transparency and continuous improvement at every level of the organisation.

Dr. Ben Jaafar is proud to lead the Abdulla Al Ghurair Foundation to help shape a future where all young people have the chance to learn, grow, and contribute.

In his role, he draws on the spirit and legacy of Italian football while aligning with the UAE's vision of nurturing healthy, athletic, and fit generations.

With his influence extending across both technology and property development, Michael Lahyani remains a key driver of progress in regional proptech.