Shaping the Future of Consumer Goods

Shereen Shabnam In an exclusive interview, Julia Uherek, Vice President Consumer Goods Fairs at Messe Frankfurt Exhibition GmbH, provides a detailed overview of Ambiente, the world’s largest and most international consumer goods trade fair. Uherek explores the key factors contributing to the fair’s growing popularity, especially in the Middle East, and its focus on various sectors including the hotel, restaurant, workspace, and retail sectors. She sheds light on how Ambiente is adapting to current global economic and health challenges and maintaining its status as a trailblazer in the industry in an exclusive interview below: Ambiente is known as the largest … Continue reading Shaping the Future of Consumer Goods

Industry veteran and stalwart Dr. Vivek Mansingh takes on as Chairman of Advisory Board at iAccel Gulf Business Incubator

iAccel Gulf Business Incubator (iAccel GBI), a catalyst in UAE’s dynamic startup ecosystem announces the appointment of Dr. Vivek Mansingh, a Stanford alumnus and global leader as the new Chairman of the Advisory Board. The recent appointment bestows iAccel Gulf Business Incubator with a significant edge, marking a revolutionary move that prioritizes innovation and governance, thereby enhancing its strategic approach. Founded in UAE in 2023 under the Hamdan Incubation Program, iAccel Gulf Business plans to expand its footprint to Saudi Arabia in the next 18 to 24 months.  Under Dr. Mansingh’s visionary advisory, the Dubai SME-certified company is looking forward … Continue reading Industry veteran and stalwart Dr. Vivek Mansingh takes on as Chairman of Advisory Board at iAccel Gulf Business Incubator

Shaping the Future with Dubai’s Global Appeal

Hoor Al Khaja Highlights Dubai’s Tourism Vision at HSMAI ROC Conference Shereen Shabnam In an insightful interview at the 6th HSMAI ROC Middle East Commercial Strategy Conference, Hoor Al Khaja from Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) articulates a compelling vision of Dubai’s future in tourism. Centered around sustainability and embracing a global community, Al Khaja’s insights reflect Dubai’s commitment to leading the way in the dynamic world of tourism and economic development. Al Khaja underscores 2023 as a pivotal year for sustainability in the UAE, coinciding with the hosting of COP28. This focus has manifested in a concerted … Continue reading Shaping the Future with Dubai’s Global Appeal

Maher Koubaa appointed as Amadeus Executive Vice President Travel unit and Managing Director, EMEA

In this newly formed and expanded role, Maher Koubaa will make use of his more than 20 years of travel industry experience to lead the implementation of Amadeus’ strategic vision in the Europe, Middle East and Africa region. Having successfully grown Amadeus’ business in EMEA during his five-year tenure as Head of airlines in the region, Maher’s expanded role will see him taking a similarly customer-centric approach with travel sellers in addition to airline customers. “This evolution of our organization in EMEA is a unique opportunity to share and learn best practices and drive success. Maher is a trusted leader … Continue reading Maher Koubaa appointed as Amadeus Executive Vice President Travel unit and Managing Director, EMEA