Company: National Bank of Kuwait Group (NBK Group)Title: Deputy Group CEONationality: KuwaitiSector: Banking and Financial Services
Shaikha Khaled Al Bahar has served as the Deputy Group CEO of the National Bank of Kuwait (NBK) since 2014. With over 30 years of extensive industry experience, she oversees a workforce of more than 8,500 employees. Under her leadership, NBK reported a robust profit…
Reem Asaad stands as a formidable force in the IT and data center sector, embodying the spirit of innovation and leadership that is reshaping Egypt’s technological landscape. A graduate of the University of Houston with a degree in Computer Science and Information Technology, Asaad has leveraged her extensive experience to drive significant advancements in the field.
Her career began in the…
Katerina Giannouka: Transforming Jumeirah Group with Bold Expansion and Global Vision
Katerina Giannouka, a trailblazing leader in the hospitality industry, has been making waves as the CEO of Jumeirah Group since 2022. With a remarkable track record spanning over two decades, Giannouka is redefining the global presence of one of the world’s leading luxury hotel groups.
Under Giannouka’s…
Elena Sorlini is a distinguished figure in the aviation industry, known for her transformative leadership and extensive experience spanning over two decades. As the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer at Abu Dhabi Airports, Ms. Sorlini is at the forefront of steering one of the world’s most critical aviation hubs, driving innovation and operational excellence.
Her impressive career…
Hana Al Rostamani, Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), has been a transformative leader in the banking sector since her appointment in January 2021. As the first female CEO in FAB’s history, Hana has steered the largest bank in the UAE and one of the world’s safest financial institutions, which boasts over USD 300 billion in total assets.
Under Hana’s…
New York — In an exclusive email interview with CNN’s Puneet Wadhwa, Rashesh Shah, Chairman of the Edelweiss Group, offered insights into India’s recent budgetary measures, foreign investment climate, and evolving economic strategies. Shah’s comments shed light on how the recent changes in capital gains tax and other economic policies may influence investment behavior and the broader…
In a move poised to revolutionize user interaction with artificial intelligence, OpenAI has introduced an advanced voice mode for its flagship chatbot, ChatGPT-4o. This new feature promises users a more natural and engaging experience, as the AI now responds in real-time with a remarkably lifelike voice.
The updated voice mode, rolling out today to select subscribers of the ChatGPT Plus plan…
Microsoft is grappling with another global outage affecting its Microsoft 365 and Azure services. Users worldwide have reported performance issues and degraded service. The company has acknowledged the problem on its 365 Status account, noting, “We’re currently investigating access issues and performance degradation with multiple Microsoft 365 services. For details, refer to MO842351 in the…
Vivo India is set to unveil a new manufacturing unit later this year, a move that will double its production capacity, according to CEO Jerome Chen. This development marks a significant milestone as the company celebrates a decade of operations in India.
In a recent report, Chen highlighted Vivo’s ongoing commitment to India’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, emphasizing the strategic…
Byju’s, the cash-strapped ed-tech company, is moving towards resolving its financial dispute with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The company has made an initial payment of ₹500 million to the cricket board, according to reports.
The dispute over unpaid fees, which has been a major issue for Byju’s, is nearing resolution, with lawyers from both sides informing the National…

