Global Think Group (GTG), a strategy and communications consultancy headquartered in Riyadh, has appointed Shane Horgan as its first Digital Director. Horgan brings a wealth of experience from his prior roles at multinational and boutique agencies. Under his leadership, GTG has launched a new integrated digital… Read More
AI leaders from around the world have gathered for day one of the Global AI Summit (GAIN), in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Hosted by the Saudi Data & Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA), GAIN 2024 – the third edition of the summit – will explore pivotal themes, such… Read More
The Recording Academy® has appointed Taymoor Marmarchi as Executive Director of the Academy’s efforts to expand into the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). Collaborating closely with the Recording Academy’s CEO and President, Marmarchi will spearhead efforts to broaden the Academy’s presence and its support of… Read More
Maersk has appointed Lisa Park as its new Managing Director for the United Arab Emirates (UAE), effective October 1, 2024. In her new role, she will also lead the business and teams in Oman and Qatar. Lisa Park has over twenty-two years of experience in… Read More
Federal Express Corporation, the world’s largest express transportation company, and INJAZ UAE, a member of Junior Achievement (JA) Worldwide, announced that their ongoing collaboration shaped the journeys of 1,172 students in the UAE during the 2023-2024 academic year. The achievement is part of a joint… Read More
Emirates Steel Arkan, one of the largest publicly traded steel and building materials manufacturers in the region, has announced the appointment of Mark J.S. Tonkens as its new Group Chief Financial Officer (GCFO), effective 2nd September 2024. Mark served recently as Chief Financial Officer at… Read More
FIA President Mohammed Ben Sulayem’s substantial contributions to sustainability and the fast-growing sector of sport tourism have been recognised with his appointment as UN Tourism’s Ambassador for Sustainable Tourism in the category of ‘Sport’. This appointment highlights his dedication to integrating sustainability into motor sport… Read More
Adidas is proud to unveil the Official Match Ball for the 2024/25 ROSHN Saudi League season. The new match ball celebrates Saudi Arabia’s rich cultural heritage featuring a unique color variation inspired by wild lavender. Following the multi-year partnership between adidas and the SPL, the… Read More
Sobha Realty, a real estate developer, renowned for its quality, innovation, craftmanship and enriched living experiences, is set for a significant leadership transition. PNC Menon, the visionary Founder and Chairman of Sobha Group, will retire from his active role as Chairmanship, while continuing as the… Read More
Khalifa Fund for Enterprise Development has announced the appointment of Mrs. Mouza Obaid Saif Al Nasri as the Acting CEO, as she previously took on the role of Executive Director of the SME Sector at the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED). With a… Read More
