Inside the mind of the visionary behind Hany Saad Innovations – a journey of design, execution, and building a regional luxury brand. The name Hany Saad carries weight in the worlds of architecture and interior design. As the CEO and Founder of Hany Saad Innovations (HSI), Saad has spent more than two decades reshaping how
For founders across the Middle East and North Africa, the path to securing investment is rarely a straight line. There are pitches to refine, due diligence hurdles to clear, and the constant pressure to prove that growth is sustainable—not just a short-term spike. Many have the vision, but what often separates those who close the
By Dalia Abou Omar, Co-Founder & CEO of Proteinni People often ask me how I went from being a TV presenter to running Egypt’s first premium dark butcher. Honestly? I ask myself the same question some mornings.The truth is, Proteinni wasn’t born out of a perfectly crafted business plan. It was born out of a
In a region accelerating toward a digital-first economy, Mirna Arif has emerged as one of Egypt’s most influential voices at the intersection of business, technology, and policy. As General Manager of Microsoft MEA Growth Markets —and now a member of the Egyptian Parliament—Arif represents a new model of leadership: one that bridges private-sector innovation with
In a significant milestone for Egyptian leadership in the global technology and telecommunications sector, Mohamed Abdallah, CEO and Managing Director of Vodafone Egypt and Head of Vodacom International Markets, has been named among Forbes Middle East’s Top Tech Leaders of Global Companies for 2026. This prestigious recognition honors executives who are driving innovation, digital transformation, and
Jigar Sagar’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Growing up, he spent his early years assisting his father at a small shop nestled in the vibrant Gold Souk of Sharjah. This hands-on experience served as the foundation for what would become an extraordinary path in the world of business. Over the years, Jigar has transformed
In a milestone that highlights the growing influence of Egyptian women in the fintech landscape, Malak Al Baba, Country Manager of Visa Egypt, has been awarded Best Woman Leader in Corporate Transformation – Payment Sector by Women’s Tabloid. The award recognizes her outstanding leadership in driving institutional transformation and advancing the digital payments ecosystem in
In a world often obsessed with metrics and money, Jigar stands out as a refreshing force of perspective and persistence. For this Dubai-based entrepreneur, success isn’t measured by bank balances alone, but by the battles fought — and won — in the journey of building something meaningful. “It’s not all about money,” Jigar says. “It’s
In the ever-evolving ecosystem of Middle Eastern startups, few figures stand out quite like Mohamed Aboulnaga (Nagaty) the Egyptian entrepreneur and CEO of Exits MENA, the region’s pioneering digital platform for startup acquisitions and secondary share liquidity. Known for his visionary approach and relentless drive, Aboulnaga is reshaping how founders, investors, and acquirers navigate the
Jomana R. Alrashid is one of the most influential figures shaping the modern media landscape in the Middle East. Since her historic appointment in 2020 as the first woman to lead the Saudi Research and Media Group (SRMG), Alrashid has reimagined what a regional media powerhouse can look like — globally connected, digitally driven, and