Leadership

Dubai Future District Fund (DFDF) has backed Dubai-born deep-tech company Immensa to accelerate its global expansion and scale its digital spare parts platform. The investment strengthens advanced manufacturing capabilities from the UAE while building more resilient, on-demand supply chains for industries worldwide.

“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

The session was moderated by Tamara Pupic, Managing Editor of Entrepreneur Middle East.

As the CEO of the Emirates Literature Foundation, Ahlam Bolooki has shaped the organisation into a reliable haven for reading, writing, and cultural exchange. Ahead of the 18th edition of the Foundation’s flagship Emirates Airline Festival of Literature, she discusses nurturing local writers, championing translation, safeguarding human creativity in the age of AI, and building a community where stories connect generations and cultures.

Key topics at ADSW 2026 include the transformation of global energy systems, water and food security, nature conservation, and the impact of artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.

Dr. Mujtaba Ali Khan on innovation, sustainability, and the future of healthcare at Burjeel Medical City

Seasoned leaders often shift their focus from personal achievement to creating enduring impact. After years of building and guiding complex organizations, they begin to apply their accumulated experience toward strengthening systems and communities. Wael Gad exemplifies this evolution. With over 32 years of experience driving transformation across the energy, manufacturing, and technology sectors, Gad now […]

Dr. Han, PhD in optoelectronics, founded Gate in 2013 to create a secure and transparent crypto trading platform, personally building its early infrastructure. Today, Gate serves over 20 million users worldwide, combining technical innovation, strong security measures, and a long-term vision for crypto adoption and institutional growth.

Insights from a 1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 panel.

"A particularly defining example I can share is from as far back as 1960, when our visionary founder, Masaru Ibuka, envisioned AI as the future of electronics. That forward-thinking mindset has been part of our DNA and today this vision has become our reality; to unleash human imagination and creativity with AI."

A Dubai-headquartered strategic advisory and investment platform, founded by Yigit Sezgin, is shaping landmark transactions and pioneering deal structures across global luxury and lifestyle real estate and hospitality markets.

"Accountability is embedded through ownership—people are trusted with responsibility and supported in delivering outcomes."

The 100 is more than a ranking—it is a reflection of what the region has become: a magnet for excellence, a hub for global talent, and a source of stories that inspire across borders.

Modern cognitive science suggests a different, more empowering reality for entrepreneurs: Intelligence isn't about being a singular genius; it is multidimensional and far more widespread than we realize.

In the era of speed and quick returns, Armenian philanthropist and impact leader Mareta Gevorkyan focuses on patience.She describes the concept of patient capital, quiet leadership, and progress being a matter of time, presence, and trust in people.

Speakers highlighted the GCC's resilience and reforms as key factors in maintaining an advantage amid uneven global growth.

INSEAD Board of Directors Chair Kristin Skogen Lund MBA'92J explains why business education must evolve to equip leaders with the skills to navigate AI-driven change and embed AI into strategic decision-making.

"After 730-something days, I can confirm that success lies in integration (not compromise). It's about weaving our founding values with a forward-looking mindset."

Armand Arton founded Arton Capital nearly two decades ago with a simple view: to make global citizenship an accessible reality. Today, amid rising global wealth, evolving foreign investment policies, and an unpredictable sociopolitical climate, this Canada-based firm with a global presence is reshaping the discourse surrounding borders, security, and opportunity.

"When it comes to implementing AI communication tools, it is not about applying the most advanced tools or even the largest number of tools. Instead, what matters is how intelligently you integrate AI to address your communication needs."

The event was supported by The Impression, Cle and Partners, Lucidity Insights, and Numai Real Estate.