#Interview

Piece of You's Amreen Iqbal on the appeal of personalised jewellery

Piece of You’s Amreen Iqbal on the appeal of personalised jewellery

Amreen Iqbal discusses the growing personalised jewellery segment, the exciting trends to watch in 2025, and the future of luxury jewellery in a tech-driven world

Novartis Gulf's Mohamed Ezz Eldin on the region's key healthcare trends

Novartis Gulf’s Mohamed Ezz Eldin on the region’s key healthcare trends

From leveraging digital health technologies to fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors,  the Cluster Head GCC at Novartis’ insights offer a roadmap for accelerating patient outcomes

Thales' Elias Merrawe on shaping the future of flight

Thales’ Elias Merrawe on shaping the future of flight

The VP – Civil Business for Thales in the Middle East, shares the company’s  commitment to sustainability, its strategic partnerships with UAE entities, and supporting the UAE’s ambitious aviation goals

Efficio’s Adam Forgács on local content's role in economic diversification

Efficio’s Adam Forgács on local content’s role in economic diversification

Efficio’s VP for the Middle East says local content has become a key engine in realising Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 goals

Naser Taher on MultiBank Group's global strategy and future outlook

Naser Taher on MultiBank Group’s global strategy and future outlook

The founder and chairman of MultiBank Group explains how the group navigates regulatory challenges, employs technologies like AI and blockchain, and aligns its growth with Dubai’s financial vision

Dubai: DBLC's Jassim Al Gallaf on how the emirate is supporting investors

DBLC’s Jassim Al Gallaf on how Dubai is supporting investors

The director of Digital Business Development and Partnerships at DBLC, shares insights on the new initiatives and their impact on Dubai’s business environment

Bacha Coffee’s Maranda Barnes on redefining the coffee experience in the GCC

From its flagship opening on Paris’s Champs-Élysées to rapid expansion across the GCC, Barnes discusses the evolving coffee landscape and the brand’s unique approach to offering refined experiences

Jamal Saleh - UBF DG on the potential of digital lending and financial inclusion

UAE Banking Federation’s Jamal Saleh on the potential of digital lending

Jamal Saleh, director general of the UAE Banks Federation (UBF), emphasises the need for a robust and inclusive digital lending ecosystem in the UAE to support economic growth and financial inclusion

Dell’s Walid Yehia on AI innovation, cybersecurity and sustainability

The managing director – Gulf, at Dell Technologies, shares insights on Dell’s role in transforming industries and meeting the evolving needs of enterprises in the UAE and beyond

How NBA is deepening connections with Middle East basketball fans

How NBA is deepening connections with Middle East basketball fans

The VP and head of Fan Engagement and Direct-to-Consumer at NBA Europe and Middle East, shares the strategy and vision driving NBA’s expansion into Abu Dhabi and its presence in the region

Bahrain (Image: Supplied by Qatar Airways)

Bahrain’s new domestic minimum top-up tax: What it means for multinationals

From investment impact to compliance obligations, FTI Consulting’s Nilesh Ashar explores how this tax positions Bahrain on the international tax landscape while offering strategic reliefs to boost the economy

Al Laith's Jason English on supporting the region's evolving events sector

Al Laith’s Jason English on supporting the region’s evolving events sector

We explore how Al Laith has sustained its leadership by adapting to the region’s evolving needs, leveraging technology and innovation, and prioritising sustainability across its operations

HDI Global’s Willem van Wyk on transforming risk management

HDI Global’s Willem van Wyk on transforming risk management

The MD of HDI Global’s Dubai office, van Wyk discusses the critical role of innovation and tailored solutions in enhancing resilience across industries

Cityscape Global 2024: Tahaluf's Rachel Sturgess on aligning with Saudi's ambitious vision

Tahaluf’s Rachel Sturgess on how Cityscape Global aligns with Saudi’s ambitious vision

Cityscape Global 2024 offers a comprehensive platform for international city experts that addresses the future of urban development, real estate, and infrastructure, says the Tahaluf group director

Jamil El Imad on From the UK to UAE: transforming healthcare outcomes with advanced technologies

From the UK to UAE: Jamil El-Imad on transforming healthcare outcomes with AI, VR

The CEO of NeuroPro and Virtually Live shares insights on how VR and AI are rapidly transforming healthcare, particularly in rehabilitation, mental health therapy, and patient education

Hoxton Wealth's Chris Ball

Hoxton Wealth’s Chris Ball on the company’s rebranding and ambitious goals

From pivoting its business model to embracing technology in wealth management, Hoxton Wealth has set a strong foundation for the future, says its founder and managing partner

Elie Naaman of Ellington Properties on key real estate trends in Dubai

Ellington Properties’ CEO on trends driving Dubai’s real estate sector

The co-founder and CEO of Ellington Properties shares insights on changing consumer preferences, opportunities for the market and the developer’s upcoming plans

Etoile Group's Ingie Chalhoub on navigating the future of luxury fashion

Etoile Group’s Ingie Chalhoub on navigating the future of luxury fashion

Globally, the fashion industry has pivoted towards a more sustainable approach and that’s translated to the Middle East retail environment, says the founder and president of the luxury retailer

Dorsch Global's group CEO Ayman Haikal on key infrastructure trends in the region

Dorsch Global’s Ayman Haikal on key infrastructure trends in the region

The newly-appointed group CEO shares insights on the company’s recent strategic realignment and the firm’s ambitious projects in the region

Emmanuel Fromont, corporate vice president, EMEA Operations, Acer, in a discussion with Gulf Business

Acer’s Emmanuel Fromont on the brand’s strategy to stay ahead

As Acer approaches its 50th anniversary, the company continues to prioritise local relationships, supporting digital transformation, and expanding into new markets

From IDM 2.0 to AI in the GCC, Intel's Taha Khalifa shares his insights

From IDM 2.0 to AI in the GCC, Intel’s Taha Khalifa shares his insights

Intel’s director of CCG Enterprise & Government Solutions, and EMEA & GCC country manager at Intel, shares views on AI’s impact on the region and Intel’s contributions to it through its IDM 2.0 strategy

Thierry Sabbagh of Nissan Middle East on the Arc and key auto trends

Nissan’s Thierry Sabbagh on The Arc, electrification and all-new Patrol

Nissan’s DVP and president – Middle East, Saudi Arabia & CIS discusses the brand’s impressive growth in the region, driven by a diverse product lineup, robust SUV demand, and customer-centric innovations

TCS AI.Cloud's Siva Ganesan on how the firm is driving GenAI adoption

TCS AI.Cloud’s Siva Ganesan on how the firm is driving GenAI adoption

The global head of TCS’ AI.Cloud divison shares how the company is guiding organisations through AI integration, overcoming implementation challenges, and paving the way for an AI-driven future

Hisham Farouk, CEO, Grant Thornton UAE

Grant Thornton’s Hisham Farouk on trade, sustainable finance and ESG

The UAE division’s CEO discusses the firm’s strategies for bolstering cross-border business and the importance of sustainable finance, ESG and digital transformation

Sustainability is a business priority, says PwC's Stephen Andersen

‘Sustainability is a business priority’, says PwC’s Stephen Anderson

Anderson, who is the strategy lead at PwC Middle East, provides insights into the integration of sustainability into business operations, and the emerging trends that are shaping its future in the region

Tabby's Hosam Arab on payment trends, IPO plans and 24 Fintech

Tabby’s Hosam Arab on payment trends, IPO plans and 24 Fintech

The co-founder and CEO of the MENA region’s leading shopping and financial services app, talks about the company’s presence at the debut edition of 24 Fintech in Riyadh, fintech trends and IPO plans

An interview with Isabelle Chouvet of the Independents group

The Independents Group looks at ME expansion, acquires Bureau Beatrice

In an exclusive interview with Gulf Business, Isabelle Chouvet, CEO of The Independents Group, shares insights on the group’s Middle East expansion

Payments to progress: Mastercard’s role in industry-wide digital transformation

Payments to progress: Mastercard’s role in industry-wide digital transformation

Amnah Ajmal, EVP – Market Development, EEMEA, Mastercard, shares insights on how technology is transforming the region’s retail landscape and the brand’s latest partnership and initiatives

'I am committed to leading by example', says DP World's Alia Al Janahi

‘I am committed to leading by example’, says DP World’s Alia Al Janahi

The VP of HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) Operations in the GCC exemplifies the growing influence of Emirati women in leadership

Dubai Investments' Hind Abdulrahman Al Ali on how women can drive change

Dubai Investments’ Hind Abdulrahman Al Ali on how women are driving change

Hind Abdulrahman Al Ali, board director at Dubai Investments, discusses the pivotal role of women in leadership and her vision for a more inclusive future