Tell us about yourself and your background- I guess my career life is split into three stages. I was a GB Speed Skater for 17 years, competing in three Olympic Games and winning British, European, and World medals. During this time, I was also the S&C coach for the British Figure Skating Team, including two […]
In an era where sustainability is no longer a trend but a mandate, few names stand out in the region’s circular-economy movement like Mostafa El Kabbany, the founder of Big Scrappers. His journey didn’t begin with an app, a pitch deck, or a tech office. It began more than a decade ago — on the […]
An interview with Harsh Sajnani (co-founder & CEO) and Guilherme Soares (co-founder & COO). Tell us about your startup Kingpin. Kingpin is a revenue engine for brands, distributors, and retailers to run their B2B transactions. Most teams still run these transactions across disconnected tools and events. They prospect in one place, like trade shows, qualify […]
Tell us about yourself and your career journey to Tournament Director of Dubai Premier Padel P1. I’ve spent more than two decades working at the intersection of sport, business, and large-scale event creation. My journey started in player management, helping young footballers navigate contracts and global careers, before moving into the business side of sport. […]
Tell us about your display at Gitex. At GITEX GLOBAL 2025, Valerion by AWOL Vision is launching its flagship VisionMaster Max projector in the Middle East, debuting the next generation of home theater experiences that refine home entertainment. Visitors will experience a custom-built home theater setup demonstrating ultra-deep blacks, lifelike color accuracy, and exceptional brightness […]
Why is sustainability so important for the hospitality sector right now? As an industry that directly impacts communities and natural resources, we play a vital role in reducing environmental footprint while supporting Dubai’s Vision 2050 Net Zero Carbon Strategy. At Crowne Plaza Dubai Marina, our commitment aligns with IHG’s “Journey to Tomorrow” and the IHG […]
Tell us about your company, Ascendant Group. Ascendant builds brands for the world’s top CEOs and executives. We integrate brand strategy, PR, social media, and publishing into one cohesive engine. Our work positions leaders as influential voices in their industries and turns personal brands into growth assets. Over the past 21 years, we’ve worked across […]
Zohair Hemani is the Director of Hemani Group of Companies and a third-generation business leader steering the global growth of one of the most recognized names in herbal and natural wellness. Since formally joining the business in 2008, he has been instrumental in modernizing and scaling Hemani’s operations, brand presence, and international footprint. Tell us […]
Tell us about yourself My name is Houman Jahangard, and I was born in Tehran, Iran. From childhood, I was naturally extroverted, curious, and eager to explore new things. Details always mattered to me. I constantly had many questions, and I did not always know where to find the answers. I have always placed great […]
Tell us about yourself and your background I am a project and product management professional with around seven years of experience leading initiatives across technology, digital transformation, and management consulting in the MENA region. My journey began with software engineering & engineering and management foundation, which I later complemented with certifications in Lean Six Sigma […]
