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Trescon has marked its 10-year anniversary, outlining its growth from a Bengaluru-founded startup into a regional platform delivery company operating across the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia. Mohammed Saleem (founder and Chairman), Mithun Shetty (Vice Chairman), and Swarnavo Roy (Managing Director) founded the company in 2016. In 2021, Trescon opened its UAE office and […]

“Traditional media still has its place, but digital is where the real breakthroughs are happening,” says Casey Fitzgerald, Senior Content Director at Lovin’ Dubai, Augustus Media. From the launch,  The growth of the Lovin’ brand by Dubai-headquartered digital media group Augustus Media – from the launch of Lovin’ Dubai in 2015 to today’s network of […]

“I love television. I genuinely believe it still offers something special: surprise,” says Dina Butti, TV presenter at Dubai One, an English language entertainment television channel owned by Dubai Media Incorporated. “We live in an extremely curated world where we control what we watch, when we watch it, and how fast we consume it. Television […]

“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 […]

Across these investments, the fund has partnered alongside established names in global venture capital and technology.

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 new digital arm of MELT Global aims to bridge the gap between live events and their long-term digital presence. MELT Media has introduced a new digital offering designed to reshape how culture, live platforms, and destinations present themselves online. Operating as the digital arm of MELT Global, MELT Media was created to address a […]

When I think about the future of cities, I don’t picture shiny buildings or futuristic trains. I see something far less visible, but far more important: the digital fabric that holds urban life together. For residents, expectations are straightforward. People don’t want to juggle apps, platforms, or providers just to move around their city. They […]

Student founders across the UAE have until February 28, 2026, to apply for the 2026 Global Student Entrepreneur Awards, with the national competition set for March 28, 2026, and winners progressing to regional and global stages. The Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA), a competition for university and college students who run a business while pursuing […]

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. From helping his father run a jewellery store in Sharjah’s Gold Souk to becoming a leading Indian entrepreneur in the UAE, Jigar Sagar’s journey is a testament […]

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 the Chairman of Choithrams, Lekhu Thakurdas Pagarani stands as the driving force behind Choithrams, one of the UAE’s leading supermarket chains with a formidable presence across […]

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. Omar Gull founded Clédor to revolutionise the Middle East’s real estate sector through technological innovation. Recognising industry challenges; slow processes, lack of transparency, and limited buyer access, […]

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. Affectionately known as “MR GOLDEN VISA”, Dyuti Parruck is the Co-Founder and CEO of Decisive Zone, one of Dubai’s leading business setup consultancies. He has helped thousands […]

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. Group President of Jashanmal Group, Tony Jashanmal was born in Kuwait in 1947. He completed his secondary education in India, attended high school in Villars, Switzerland, 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. Dinesh Sharma, is a highly experienced and transformational leader with over 30 years of expertise in managing consumer banking and risk functions across Asia, Europe, the Middle […]

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. With over four decades of industry experience, Deepak Babani has played a pivotal role in transforming Eros Group into a leading distributor and retailer of global brands […]

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. Bally Singh is the Chairman of HOKO Agency, a globally recognised creative and marketing powerhouse with offices in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, London, Singapore, and Marbella. The agency […]

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. Bal Krishen Rathore, Chairman of The Century Group, has built a diverse and influential enterprise through resilience, foresight, and a strong belief in progress. His journey began […]

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 Adatia, Chairman of COGEF Group and Vision Exports, is a highly accomplished entrepreneur with a diverse business portfolio spanning ten African nations and employing over 4,000 […]

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. Aloki Batra,CEO, FIVE Hospitality and The Pacha Group, has transformed FIVE Holdings into one of the Middle East’s most distinctive luxury hospitality brands since taking the helm […]

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. Benoy Kurien has been a key force in the remarkable growth and development of Al Hamra. As Group Chief Executive Officer, he oversees the operations and assets […]