With more than a decade at AW Rostamani Group and a career dedicated to developing people, culture, and leadership, Hala Kabbara has become one of the leading voices in talent development in the UAE. As Group Head of Learning & Development, she oversees leadership development, talent management, succession planning, performance management, culture, wellbeing, and future […]
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Resilience is one of those words that gets used a lot in business. But when you strip it back, it’s not complicated. It simply means being able to keep moving forward when things don’t go to plan. Read more: How resilient leaders help their teams thrive through change
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There is a stage in entrepreneurship that many founders and senior leaders struggle to make sense of. Read more: Why ADHD and entrepreneurship can drive success and create challenges in equal measure
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Co-op CEO Shirine Khoury-Haq is stepping down after reporting losses, a major cyberattack and allegations of a toxic workplace culture. Read more: Co-op chief executive steps down amid culture concerns and cyberattack fallout
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The role of chief financial and group services officer at Emirates Group oversees financial planning and analysis, reporting, treasury, risk management The post Emirates Group CFO to step down at end of June 2026 appeared first on Gulf Business.
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Programme features applied modules and case studies drawn from global best practices Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 21st January 2026: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), in collaboration with the University of Arizona, has launched the “Executive Leadership” Programme. The programme aims to develop the skills of executive leaders and directors, empower them to make strategic decisions, and enhance execution efficiency. It aligns with the rapid global transformations in the smart mobility sector and emphasises RTA’s ongoing commitment to developing national leadership and strengthening future readiness. The
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Dubai, UAE | 22 November 2025 : Maverick Business Academy London UAE proudly hosted its 10th Annual Graduation Ceremony at the iconic Atlantis The Palm, Dubai, celebrating a decade of academic excellence, leadership development, and global entrepreneurial achievement. The event brought together graduates from over 30 countries, highlighting Maverick’s commitment to diversity, inclusion, and transnational education, in alignment with global DEI and B Metrics. The graduating cohort represented a truly international community, with students hailing from Japan, Myanmar, Switzerland, Ghana, the Gulf region, Latin America, and beyond. Distin
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UAE, December 22, 2025: PeopleStrong, Asia’s leading human capital management (HCM) SaaS company, today announced the appointment of Tayfun Topkoc as Senior Vice President – International. The appointment comes at a time of strong momentum for the company, following strategic investments from Goldman Sachs and the addition of Dinesh Khara, former Chairman of the State Bank of India, to the PeopleStrong Board. Tayfun brings deep industry expertise and a strong track record of leadership, growth, and execution across technology and innovation-led organisations. Over the past decade, he has played a central role in leading large-scale digital
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The event featured the participation of 25 senior leaders Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority. 3rd December 2025: Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched an advanced and pioneering Board Governance Programme in collaboration with the British Institute of Directors (IoD), and with participation of 25 senior RTA leaders including CEOs and Directors. The initiative forms part of RTA’s ongoing efforts to strengthen corporate-governance practices and build the capabilities of administrative leadership in line with corporate transformation and the rapid development taking place in Dubai. This programme is one of RTA’s mos
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Abu Dhabi, UAE – 2 December 2025: H.E. Khalid Ali Al Bustani, Director-General of the Federal Tax Authority (FTA), today affirmed that the celebration of the 54th Eid Al Etihad comes at an important stage in history, during which the wisdom of the UAE leadership continues to affect efforts and national contributions that are shaping the future of the country’s ongoing journey of growth and prosperity – across all sectors. His Excellency said: “We extend our highest expressions of gratitude and appreciation to H.H. Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE, and to H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-Preside
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