URS-AsiaOne has been steadily showcasing inspiring stories of some leaders who had established global business empires. Some prodigious leaders overcame every difficulty and completely transformed the global dais with their ground-breaking ideas, brilliant operations, and game-changing products and services. Their concerted efforts and incredible focus have helped entire nations write inspiring sagas of business and economic growth. These nonpareil leaders have consistently altered established norms and revolutionized their businesses with their groundbreaking ideas and led their companies to get recognized at many global platforms with various acclaimed brand awards and leader awards such as entrepreneur of the year award.

We present a few of the stimulating stories of the success of such coveted greatest leaders.

Indra Nooyi
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Indra Nooyi

SUCCESS JUNKIE Indra Krishnamurthy Nooyi of PepsiCo has a phenomenal career track record! She has smoothly steered PepsiCo over the years through various transformations, and has established herself as one of the reigning monarchs of the business world. Under her headship, PepsiCo has added several brands to its portfolio in both food and beverage sectors. It entails 22 brands, each generating more than $1 billion in estimated annual retail sales. Nooyi created headlines when in 2010 PepsiCo completed a major takeover of the Pepsi Bottling Group and PepsiAmericas. This resulted in the formati

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Tim Cook
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Tim Cook

One of the most successful CEOs in the world, Tim Cook began as the Chief Executive Officer of Apple Inc. in 2011. A story from innovation to dominance, he previously served as the company’s Chief Operating Officer under its Co-Founder Steve Jobs. His journey from an engineer to the CEO of Apple Inc. showcases his dedication to innovation, operational excellence, and ethical leadership. His ability to navigate challenges, maintain a customer-centric approach, and uphold the company’s core values has contributed significantly to the brand’s continued success BY JYOTI VERMA As Apple

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Dr. Sultan Bin Ahmed AL Jaber
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Dr. Sultan Bin Ahmed AL Jaber

H. E. Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology, and Managing Director and Group CEO of ADNOC Group, is the President - Designate of the forthcoming UN climate conference COP28. He has served as the UAE Special Envoy for Climate Change for two terms, and played a proactive participatory role at over ten COPs, including the historic Paris COP21 in 2015. He brings to this task two decades of executive business and leadership experience in government, climate policy, and renewable and conventional energy sectors BY JYOTI VERMA Dr. Al Jaber is an accomp

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Shreya Sharma
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Shreya Sharma

Shreya studied International Relations at Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts, and earned an LLB (Hons) from Cardiff University, Wales. While she initially explored various career paths, she eventually discovered her passion for law during a summer course at Harvard. It was there that she realised her calling to make a difference in the legal world. The idea for RTC was born out of a personal observation during her time in the UK, where she noticed the ease with which legal services were accessible online. In contrast, India’s legal industry was fragmented, with individuals ofte

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Devayani Bhosale
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Devayani Bhosale

Devayani’s impressive educational background includes an Engineering Degree from Pune University and Master’s Degree in Management from Narsee Monjee, Mumbai, and Kingston University, UK. The well-versed leader has consistently excelled in her academic pursuits. As a globe-trotter, she brings global exposure and diverse perspectives to her work, which makes her a key figure behind the SNBP Group of Institutes’ success. MOULDING FUTURE LEADERS Devayani intends to establish the SNBP Group of Institutes as a premier institution in India. She believes in preparing a new generation of

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Sharmila Agarwal
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Sharmila Agarwal

With a Master’s degree from the renowned Ohara School of Ikebana in Japan, Ms. Sharmila has dedicated over two decades to mastering the art form. Her expertise has earned her the title of “Koyo,” which means an orange maple leaf in Japanese culture. As a dedicated practitioner of this ancient art form, she has conducted workshops and demonstrations across India and abroad to spread the beauty of Ikebana. Moreover, she has participated in various Ikebana exhibitions on both national and international platforms, including cities like Taipei, Paris, Shanghai, Okinawa, Tokyo, and London.

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Harish Fabiani
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Harish Fabiani

DEALMAKER TO DEVELOPMENT PIONEER Throughout his illustrious career, Mr. Fabiani has been celebrated for his strategic thinking and innovative mindset. The well-versed leader completed his Bachelor’s degree in Electronics & Telecommunications Engineering from Delhi University in 1981 and a Master’s degree in Finance and Corporate Management from IESE Madrid in 1988. His corporate journey began in the world of private equity, where he honed his acumen as a dealmaker and investor. As the Chairman of the Madrid-based Americorp Group, a US$2 billion conglomerate with interests spanning

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Susmita Nag
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Susmita Nag

FROM FORMULATIONS TO FACADES Ms. Susmita Nag graduated with a degree Chemical Engineering followed by Post Graduation degree in Business Administration with a specialisation in sales & marketing. She began her professional journey as a research associate at Jubilant, a leading global pharmaceutical and CPG firm, where she focused on product formulations. After gaining two years of experience, she transitioned to ICI India Limited as the Senior Product Manager. Throughout her sales & marketing career, she has held roles at companies such as Samsung India Electronics Limited and J

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Rajasekhar Reddy Palleti
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Rajasekhar Reddy Palleti

Mr. RR Palleti’s entrepreneurial journey began in 2019 when he founded the LSSR Group. What started as a small startup with big dreams has become a trusted partner for global FinTech companies. CLIENT-CENTRIC LEADERSHIP Mr. RR Palleti believes in putting his clients’ needs first. His dedication to client satisfaction has been crucial in driving LSSR Group’s success. His commitment to building strong relationships with clients has promoted a culture of trust and collaboration within the company. Through a keen eye for market development and an in-depth understanding of the FinTech

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Feroze Azeez
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Feroze Azeez

A qualified Mechanical Engineer from Mysore University in Karnataka (India), Feroze also holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Management, specializing in Derivatives & Finance. Before joining Anand Rathi in 2012, the young leader worked for prominent companies such as Religare Macquarie & RBS for seven years. A bright thinker, several of his product ideas have succeeded in the market linked debenture segment. THE TORCH BEARER As the Deputy CEO, Feroze charts the strategic direction for the company, aligning its strategy with the evolving business landscape & building a solid tea

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