In his 1923 masterpiece, “The Prophet,” Lebanon-born poet, philosopher, and artist Kahlil Gibran wrote simply that “work is love made visible” and “love has no desire other than to fulfill itself.” I am grateful to write this article for this wonderful publication that highlights entrepreneurs and those who wish to share their gifts and love […]
As a serial entrepreneur, I know the challenges of throwing yourself into work and the knock-on effect it can have on other parts of your life. In my late 20s, I was mum to two children under the age of three, running three businesses, studying accountancy, giving lots of time to community projects, and employing […]
What is it that you currently do? As the General Manager of M.A.H.Y Khoory Automotive, I lead the introduction and market expansion of Dongfeng, an innovative Chinese automotive brand recently launched in the UAE. My role involves overseeing all aspects of operations and strategy, from market entry initiatives and brand awareness campaigns to enhancing operational […]
Global entrepreneur Roman Ziemian shares insights on why empathy is not only a powerful tool for building high-performance teams but also a strategic advantage for long-term success. In my experience as an entrepreneur, spanning multiple continents and industries, I have come to believe that one quality stands above the rest in effective leadership: empathy. Leading […]
In the world of business, ambition is often synonymous with climbing the corporate ladder, breaking boundaries, and making powerful decisions that shape industries. Yet, for Anna Morgenstern (formerly Anna Piątkowska-Chmiel), CEO of The Space Events & Sports, ambition is about much more than accolades or financial milestones. It’s about nurturing personal growth, inspiring transformation, and creating […]
Tell us about yourself, your background, and what it is you do The phrase that describes me best is – A catalyst – and I have been walking the fine line of being a mainstream business and thought leadership advisor and carving a spiritual healing journey for myself and others. • As a global thought […]
By Prof. Naveed Yasin (Consultant and Researcher at Abu Dhabi School of Management) and Dr. Marc Poulin (Acting President of Abu Dhabi School of Management, United Arab Emirates) In the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship, the UAE has traditionally looked to Western models for inspiration. However, there is a growing recognition that these narratives do not […]
Why Continuous Learning is Essential in Today’s Workforce As industries continue to evolve at an unprecedented pace, it’s clear that the future belongs to organizations that can adapt, innovate, and empower their employees to grow alongside these changes. Technology, global competition, and shifting market demands are reshaping the skills required in virtually every sector. Organizations […]
I find it very interesting when I am asked what Leaders’ Traits look like. How can you identify good leadership from mediocre ones? Unconsciously the answers that come out of my mind directly are buzz words that are thrown around haphazardly and are always heard like visionary, empathetic, tech-savvy, strategist, risk taker, etc. As I […]
Tell us about yourself and your background I am a Wife to Paul and Mum of 2 adult children, Emma aged 32 and Jack aged 29. I moved to the UAE in 2006 for 2 years and thankfully and proudly, I am still here! My UK work experience started in the Advertising Industry and then […]
