International Business Icons Honored at Global Excellence & Leadership Awards 2026 in Dubai

Dubai, UAE – Dubai has once again strengthened its position as a global center of excellence and innovation Global Excellence & Leadership Awards, Dubai 2026presented by Insights Success Mediawhich brought together the world’s most influential leaders under one prestigious platform. The event celebrated transformational leadership, innovation, and measurable industry impact in a variety of fields.

The event honored leaders in a variety of fields, including e-mobility and sustainable innovation, finance, AI, healthcare, marketing, real estate, aviation, banking, women’s leadership, education and business transformation.

Among the prominent honorees were.

Electric mobility and sustainable innovation

At the forefront of sustainable progress and technological advancements have been key pioneers redefining infrastructure and environmental responsibility:

• Mr. Samir Hmicho – Leader of Electric Vehicle Transformation – Chairman of the Board
• Raymond George – The New Building Materials Company of 2026 – Leading the Way in Sustainable Waterproofing
• Abdul Qaiyum Alidin – Visionary Leader in Aerospace & Sustainable Innovation
• Dr. Daere Akobo – Visionary Leader in Energy, Infrastructure, and Digital Transformation

Financial Leadership and Business Excellence

Recognizing foresight and financial management strategies, the awards celebrate global financial leaders who are shaping the economic environment and business resilience:

• Mr. José Antonio Sánchez Marín – Excellence in Financial Leadership and Strategic Consulting Award
• Satish Ramakrishnan – Outstanding Financial Executive of the Year
• Safouane Khcherif – Advancement in corporate finance leadership
• Rony Daou – Financial Strategist of the Year
• Peter Ristevski – Outstanding Global Leader in Tax Innovation and Asset Protection – 2026
• Akhil Shah – Co-Sponsor / The Middle East’s Most Trusted Accounting and Tax Firm, 2026
• Marichelvam R. – Global Excellence in Finance Leadership & Community Impact Award
• Mohamed Bellal – Financial Innovators Turning Strategy into Growth
• Arindam Sarkar – Global Finance Leader of the Year
• Abby Liang – Global CFO of the Year (Founder & CFO, Metaworld Consultant)
• LINH T TRỊNH-AN – Women in Finance Leadership & Impact Award

CEO, COO and senior leadership

Respecting the vision of the executive and the good leadership of the organization:

• Joel Perry – World’s Top Executive Coach; First & Only Omni-Platform #1 Top Global Leadership Headliner Keynote Dynastic Star
• Ayman Elbayaa – CEO of the Year 2026
• Shohreh Abedi – NextGen COO 2026: Changing the Landscape of US Operations
• Noushad Ismail – The Most Influential COO in UAE Banking
• Abdullah Altaee – Saudi Arabia General Manager Senior Leadership Award 2026
• Rohit Chug – Saudi’s Most Outstanding Executive of the Year 2026
• Ronnie Surty – Bahrain’s Most Influential Leader Empowers the Gulf Region
• Abu Bakr – Visions of 2026: A Leader Redefining the Future
• Aleksandr Mamasidikov – The Visionary Founder Redefining Banking & Finance, 2026
• Ahmed J. Jabbar – Global Visionary to be followed by 2026
• Dr. Shweta Narang – Award for Excellence and Global Leadership in Medical Diagnostics 2026
• M. Sehzaad Peerbucus – Award for Outstanding Achievement in Business Excellence (Founder and CEO, Hammersmith Management Ltd)
• Rahmah Al-Ali – Good Leadership in Risk and Disaster Management 2025
• Gail Courneyea – 35 years of AeroSafety Award legacy
• Khaled Haj Younes – Excellence in Business Innovation Award – Medical & Beauty Sector

Technology, AI and digital transformation

In the rapidly evolving digital age, these leaders stand out in advancing cybersecurity, quantum innovation, cloud transformation, and AI-powered ecosystems:

• Rajan Jha – Global Icon of Cybersecurity & AI Leadership, 2026
• Mad Syed – A 2026 Visionary Leader Transforming the IT Landscape
• Rakesh Ramankutty – Global Icon Leading Digital Transformation on All Cloud Platforms – 2026
• Amr Elazab – Next-Gen Quantum Leaders: Shaping the Future Today
• Syed Javeed Shah – Technology Leadership and Digital Transformation – Africa Section
• Bahwan Cybertek – The Most Disruptive Technology Product of the Year
• Open Deshpande – Annual Vision of IT Infrastructure (Technology Leader, Wockhardt Hospitals)
• Mile Jelic – Cybersecurity Strategy & Growth Leader of the Year 2026 (Comtrade System Integration)
• Seinetime (ANH-PHUONG, FELIX TA & SEINETIME) – The World’s First Domain-Independent Agency Intelligence Platform

Healthcare, Wellness & MedTech

Celebrating impact-driven leadership across healthcare strategy, primary care, health innovation, and MedTech development:

• Carolyn M. Rubin – An Influential Female Leader in Healthcare Strategy and Organizational Growth
• Kathleen Verleysen – MedTech Vision Leader of 2026
• Sofia Bistriceanu – Excellence in Primary Care Award 2026
• Agnes George – Global Excellence in Diabetes Transformation Coaching
• Dr. Parveen Smith – The Global Transformational Leader in Health & Empowerment
• Jun Tachibana – A Strong Global Business Leader in Oral Health Care
• Dr. Riza Kadilar – Training and Coaching Leadership Award (Business Leaders, K Ventures)
• Sylvia Dr. Paulig – Global Thought Leadership Award (CEO / Ophthalmic Surgeon, Paulig Eye & Health)
• Dr. Markus Meier – Chief Medical Officer of the Year 2026
• Dr. Taj Mohammed Fiyaz Chowdhry – Innovative Healthcare Leadership Award 2026
• Prof. Dr. B. Durgaprasad Reddy – Outstanding Cardiac Surgeon of the Year 2026

Buildings, Infrastructure and Construction

To see the leaders who are building urban spaces and promoting sustainable construction:

• Dr. Bumal Murchoyea – A Visionary Leader Transforming Real Estate Development
• Kavita Doshi – A Leader with a Vision for Transforming Sustainable Buildings and Social Impact
• Francis Christy Boy – Visionary Leadership Award for Transforming Construction Through New Digital Technologies
• Vwakpor Efuetanu – Architectural Visionary of the Year

Banking, Insurance and Business Administration

Acknowledging those who strengthen governance structures, insurance leadership, and financial intelligence:

• Mr. Shahzad Saxena – The Leading Insurance Company Drives Confidence in the Middle East
• Hammad Khan – The Most Influential Leader in Insurance 2026
• Eng. Mohammad Bamogaddam – An Outstanding CEO Shaping the Future of Credit Intelligence
• Jessica Soledad Cáceres – Global Excellence Award in Digital Governance, Compliance and Business Ethics

Marketing, Industrial Leadership

Celebrating strategic product designers and marketing leaders redefining market impact:

• Amir A. Kolahzadeh – Title Sponsor / Innovative Brand Strategist of the Year
• Rana Yakzan – Global Trading Innovation Leader
• Patrick Czerka – Engineering Leadership Award
• Hello Muhrzi – Logistics Leadership Excellence Award
• Mr. Fayez Awadeh – Marketing Leadership Award – Pharma Sector 2026
• Mr. Mohamed Metwally – Commercial Leadership Award – Pharma Sector 2026
• Abdullah Ahmad Faraj – An Emirati Prominent Leader in Social Media & Marketing
• Cristian Acampora – Keynote Speaker and Influential Leader of the Year (GM – Master Trainer & Mental Coach, Blackship)

Women’s Leadership and Global Impact

Highlighting exceptional women leaders who are driving strategic influence and transformative change around the world:

• Rania Awadallah and Mennan Awadallah – Egypt’s Next-Gen Women Leaders Make Their Mark 2026
• Ruchi Agnihotri – A South African Chief Executive Officer to Follow
• Miriam Schnyder – A Rethinking Entrepreneur Redefines Luxury Interior Design & Glass Innovation
• Anu Ruohosto – An Emerging Female Leader in Luxury and Beauty
• Annie Holmes – A Visionary Leader Redefining People-Centered & Welfare-Driven Leadership
• And Shay Lowe – Global Icon in Leadership Communication and Conflict Transformation, 2026
• Razyka Bel – Middle East’s Most Powerful Woman in Government Affairs & Regional Affairs
• Boston Moonsamy – Most Visionary Women Leaders Driving Growth in 2026
• Dr. Dianne Kristine Joy Closa Bonsol – Excellence in Care: The Woman Doctor of the Year 2026

Coaching, Coaching and Thought Leadership

Celebrating pioneers in dynamic coaching, mentoring, and global thought leadership who inspire people and organizations to reach their full potential:

• Dr. Riza Kadilar – Training and Coaching Leadership Award (K Ventures)
• Lynn Kleinsmith – Women in Coaching Excellence and Influence Award (elev8 Global Coaching)
• Cristian Acampora – Keynote Speaker and Influential Leader of the Year (Darkness)
• Sylvia Dr. Paulig – Global Thought Leadership Award (Paulig Eye & Health)

Education, Talent and Social Impact

To see the institutions and people who are shaping the future of education, employment and community development:

• KAUMEYA Language Schools – The Middle East’s Top Educational Sites Are Redefining Learning
• Hande Kizir – IT Talent Recruitment Leader of the Year 2026
• Jawlan tried – Social Impact Leader of the Year
• Adnan Sab’a Al Aish – Top Nigerian Business Icons of 2026

Banking and Digital Transformation

To see the institutions and people shaping the future of banking through digital innovation and transformation:

• Marta Mroz-Sipiora – Efficiency in the Digital transformation of the bank
• Noushad Ismail – The Most Influential COO in UAE Banking
• Aleksandr Mamasidikov – The Visionary Founder Redefining Banking & Finance, 2026

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