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Inside Modern Media Careers: Mariam (Maz) Hakim on Radio’s Enduring Impact

“Radio’s strength isn’t volume or virality — it’s intimacy,” says Mariam (Maz) Hakim Presenter, Virgin Radio, Arabian Radio Network (ARN). “And in a fast-growing market like the UAE, where communities are still being shaped in real time, that intimacy remains incredibly valuable.” Maz Hakim has built a long-standing radio career in the Middle East through […]

Completing The 100 NRIs – 2026: Meet the Final Honorees

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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Azaan Khan, Chief Executive Officer, Dugasta Properties

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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Jayesh Patel, Chief Executive Officer, WIO Bank

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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Ravi PNC Menon, Chairman, Sobha 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. 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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Yogesh Mehta, Founder and CEO, Petrochem Middle East

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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Ashish Koshy, CEO, Inception AI (G42 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. 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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Adel Sajan, Group Managing Director, Danube 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. 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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Ramesh S. Ramakrishnan, Chairman, Transworld 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. 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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Sajal Garg and Mudit Jain, Co-Founders, Arista Properties

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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Sir Sohan Roy, Founder, Chairman, and CEO, 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. 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, […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Rizwan Sajan, Founder and Chairman, Danube 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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Nilesh Khalkho, CEO, Sharaf DG

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. […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Paras Shahdadpuri, Chairman, NIKAI Group of Companies

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 […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Dr. Dhananjay Datar, Chairman and Managing Director, Al Adil Trading

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. Dr. Dhananjay Datar is the visionary driving force behind the remarkable success of the Adil Group of Supermarkets, a name synonymous with trust and authenticity within the […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Kamal Vachani, Group Director and Partner, Al Maya 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. Kamal Vachani is a Partner and Group Director at Al Maya Group, a UAE-based conglomerate specialising in FMCG and retail since 1982. He oversees a network of […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Sonia Gokhale, Co-Founder and General Partner, VentureSouq

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. Sonia Gokhale is a distinguished venture capital professional and Co-Founder of VentureSouq, a leading Dubai-based investment firm established in 2013. She serves as General Partner, directing the […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Dino Varkey, Group CEO, GEMS Education

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. Dino Varkey has served as Group Chief Executive Officer of GEMS Education since February 2017, guiding its strategic growth and operational excellence across multiple international markets. A […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Shyam Bhatia, Chairman, Alam Steel 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. Shyam Bhatia, Chairman of Alam Steel Group, has been instrumental in transforming the company from a modest building materials supplier into one of the Middle East’s foremost […]

The 100 NRIs – 2026: Ramesh Cidambi, Managing Director, Dubai Duty Free

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 Cidambi was appointed Managing Director of Dubai Duty Free effective 1 June 2024, reporting directly to H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai […]