Binod Shankar, a renowned executive coach and author of "Let's Get Real: 42 Tips for the Stuck Manager," available on Amazon and UAE bookstores, specializes in guiding professionals toward C Suite roles. Holding the ILM Level 7 coaching and mentoring qualification, he serves as an Industry Advisory Board Member at Edinburgh Business School, Heriot-Watt University, Dubai, fostering collaboration between academia and industry. Host of "The Real Finance Mentor" podcast, Binod offers insights into finance careers. With 30+ years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience, he mentors mid to senior-level finance professionals aspiring for executive positions. Binod frequently appears as a market analyst on Asharq News الشرق and CNBC Arabia, discussing macroeconomics and financial markets. His diverse career includes roles in industrial banking, audit with top firms, real estate development, and co-founding a leading CFA prep provider, recently acquired by Kaplan Inc. Binod is also a trainer, platform speaker, and angel investor.
Nowshir is an industry veteran with over 18 years of UAE experience and is widely recognized as a pioneer in the Event and Entertainment education industry. He established the global institution EMDI in 2002 and in 2009 was appointed Managing Director of Greycells Education Ltd ( a listed company on the India Stock Exchange) managing 5 other education brands, leading teams with 80 staff, servicing 1500 students annually and established and supported 12 different franchises.
With a portfolio spanning projects for Government entities, Retail and Corporates; Nowshir has worked closely with entities such as DEWA, RTA, DCT Abu Dhabi, Burjuman, Reef, Oasis Mall and an extensive list of corporates and agencies.
As an entrepreneur, speaker, and creative technologist, Badal delivers solutions in digital experiences, interaction design, strategy development, business development, and technology implementation. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated the ability to develop new consumer engagement methods using interactive digital media, generating ideas that bring clients closer to their marketing and execution goals.
Currently serving as the Founder of PearlQuest Interactive, he leads the delivery of high quality solutions by communicating with clients to identify needs and deliver innovative results. In addition to driving growth through digital solutions, Badal is recognized as an avid technology enthusiast and evangelist. He has spoken at conferences such as Gitex, ISE (Amsterdam), Future Technology Week, Infocomm, IoTx, and Intercon, leveraging their experience to inspire and educate.
Faisal Sajwani is an Emirati businessman, board member, and strategic advisor who is renowned for driving organizations to new heights and creating sustainable growth. He has the experience of undertaking projects and transforming them into successful businesses. Sajwani carries experience in a variety of fields including Real Estate, Banking & Finance, Technology, Human Resources, and Sustainability. He has also been part of numerous community engagement activities such as mental health awareness through conducting workshops and speaking at renowned universities.
Faisal Sajwani received a lifetime achievement award from His Highness Sheikh Saqer Bin Mohamed Al Qasimi for his many notable achievements. Faisal is the author of the renowned articles “The Power of the Mind: The Key to Success” and “The Concept Of Success”.
Eman Al Suwaidi is a leadership coach, trainer, quality strategist, innovator and ACCA Chartered Accountant. With over ten years of experience as a trainer, she is a certified leadership coach and Trainer By John C. Maxwell Team and Company. She is an Active Quality Award Assessor UAE Innovation Awards, ˜Taqdeer' award and a Member of Dubai Quality Group. She believes in volunteering and giving back to UAE and the community that truly embodies the ˜Unity Through Diversity ' in her WWE Wonderful Women Empowerments social events. She has held leadership roles in Financial audits across different sectors and continues to be involved in driving lives through her initiatives.
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Nina founded X0PA AI in 2017 to disrupt traditional search business and pivot to a SAAS based AI, ML platform in 2017 to form X0PA AI, a B2B SAAS platform that helps organizations in their Human Capital hiring and deployment with AI and automation, improving efficiencies and removing bias from selections to create better teams. Nina is a Tech Entrepreneur, top 100 Women Powered High Growth Businesses APAC, Tech Blazer and Pioneer and Steering committee of Ethical AI. Nina is indeed a remarkable figure in the world of technology and human resources. She is also the Founder and Chair for Empauwer, an AI-powered platform that enables companies to hire, retain and engage neurodiverse talent. Nina is also a Founding Member of Chief, a global membership network focused on connecting and supporting women executive leaders, and a Board Member of Bipolar Buddy and Mood Mentor, mental health start-ups.
Dr. Somdutta Singh, a dynamic leader and first-generation serial entrepreneur, exemplifies transformative leadership in innovation and business. An MIT and Harvard Business School alumna, she has achieved multi-million dollar exits by 26 and led over 50 global startup investments. As the Founder and CEO of Assiduus Global Inc., a trailblazer in cross-border E-commerce, she drives the company toward its goal of achieving billion-dollar revenue by 2025, aspiring to be the first Asian woman to IPO globally.
Ranked 8th in the 2022 Deloitte India Technology Fast 50, Dr. Singh's vision has earned her 40+ prestigious awards, including Fortune India's 50 Most Powerful Business Women. As the youngest Vice-Chairperson of the NASSCOM Product Council, she championed the Women Entrepreneurship Platform, inspiring future leaders. Beyond her entrepreneurial success, she dedicates herself to social development, youth education, and thought leadership, making her an influential voice in global business and innovation.
Aman Gupta, the visionary behind boAt, has pioneered a remarkable transformation in India’s Direct-to-Consumer (D2C) market, driving boAt to become a household name. With his sharp business acumen, Aman identified and disrupted an untapped segment, fueling India's growth in the audio and wearables categories. Under his leadership, boAt achieved an extraordinary milestone in FY23, manufacturing around 15 million products in India, solidifying its dominance in the hyper-growth wearables market. A graduate of Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, Aman’s influence extends beyond business; he was also selected to accompany Prime Minister Narendra Modi on a historic visit to France. As a judge on Sony TV's Shark Tank India, Aman continues to shape the entrepreneurial landscape, offering invaluable leadership insights and driving customer satisfaction with his compelling storytelling and expertise.
Shipra Neeraj is a prominent Indian business magnate, entrepreneur, and philanthropist, renowned for her contributions to the direct selling industry. With a multifaceted career, she excels as a public speaker, angel investor, and founder of diverse businesses across various industries. As an Associate V Partner at The V, she leads development activities for specific regions, ensuring growth and accountability. Previously, she served as an Associate V Partner at V Limitless, showcasing her expertise in team leadership and development. Shipra's entrepreneurial journey extends to her role as an Independent Sales Representative at QNET Ltd, where she hones skills in business planning and entrepreneurship. Additionally, she co-founded SpotON Marketing, a dynamic agency in Dubai, emphasizing transparent and effective marketing strategies. Shipra's commitment to philanthropy is evident through her role as the Founder of One Purpose Nepal, reflecting her dedication to making a positive impact on communities.
Amanda Johnstone is the CEO of Transhuman and is one of Australia’s most globally recognised AI technologists and specialist communicators in emerging technologies. Her contributions have been celebrated by TIME as a Next Generation Leader and by The CEO Magazine with the Start-up Executive of the Year award, underscoring her significant impact in social impact technology. In 2023, LinkedIn awarded her as a Top Voice in Artificial Intelligence, one of only 1500 top voices globally of nearly 1 billion users. Recognised as a subject matter expert in both emerging technology and modern leadership, Amanda lends her insights to esteemed organisations including Commonwealth Bank, The Australian Property Institute, YPO, Zoom, The Australian Digital Health Agency, Allianz, Leap, Kellogg’s, Universal, Stanford, Women Making Waves, The Education Department, Schmidt Futures, Optus, ADMA and Google Cloud, among others.
Richie specializes in economic development and diversification within management consulting, focusing on internationalization, including international trade, foreign direct investment (FDI), and international business. With over 15 years of experience across seven countries, he has worked with high-level government and multinational corporate clients in Europe, North America, and the Middle East. Richie has a strong passion for the agriculture, tech, tourism, and creative industries sectors. Currently, Richie is an independent economic development advisor with his own company, Santos-Diaz LLC.
Robin Uthappa, a professional cricketer from Bangalore, Karnataka, is an inspiration both on and off the field. Starting his cricket journey at the age of 7 at the Brijesh Patel Cricket Academy, Robin balanced his passion for the sport with completing his education. By 9, he was playing for Karnataka's Under-13 team, and he made his first-class debut at 16. Currently representing India in ODIs and T20Is, Robin’s illustrious career includes winning the T20 World Cup and being the only player to win both the Orange Cap and IPL in the same season. An avid podcast listener, he enjoys exploring history and diverse topics.
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