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.

Dr. Hema Divakar
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Dr. Hema Divakar

Dr. Hema Divakar has been committed to providing exceptional healthcare services to women for the past 30 years. Her efforts have included ground breaking research that has been translated into tangible solutions, playing a pivotal role in shaping a nationwide shift that impacts women’s health. After completing her MD at Wadia Hospital in Mumbai in 1989, Dr. Divakar joined forces with her husband, Dr. G.V. Divakar, a respected ophthalmologist, to establish the Divakar’s Speciality Hospital in Bengaluru. The hospital was founded with the objective of providing a one-stop-shop for all women

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Maged Marie
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Maged Marie

A WELL-VERSED LEADER Maged completed his graduate studies at Cairo University’s esteemed Faculty of Commerce. In 2020, he earned an MBA in Strategic Management from the Arab Academy for Science, Technology, and Maritime Transport, where he is currently pursuing a DBA in strategic business administration. He founded Magnom Properties in 2020. As its CEO, Maged has harnessed the potential of cutting-edge technology to spearhead highly ambitious projects in the Middle East. Among his current endeavours is championing the construction of the illustrious Forbes International Tower in the N

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Dr. Rami M Boulad
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Dr. Rami M Boulad

A PROVEN TRACK RECORD Dr. Rami M Boulad’s passion for excellence and unwavering dedication to success make him a true pioneer in the world of luxury fragrances. A seasoned business tycoon, with over two decades of expertise in business expansion, strategic mapping, and fiscal administration, he has served as a top level executive in prominent corporations in the MENA region, such as Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Wyeth, Eli Lily and Procter & Gamble. Due to his astute stewardship, Abdul Samad Al Qurashi (ASQ) Group has not only retained its status as a revered Middle Eastern brand, b

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Eng. Abdul Majid Al Qurashi
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Eng. Abdul Majid Al Qurashi

EARLY EXPOSURE TO PERFUMERY Born in Saudi Arabia, Abdul Majid grew up in a family that was steeped in the traditions of perfumery. Gradually, he developed an exceptional aptitude for the art and science of perfumery. With a discerning nose and an unfaltering passion for the craft, he soon became a connoisseur of fine perfumes. Today, his expert knowledge in the subject and leadership acumen have helped him become an outstanding leader in the industry. REMARKABLE BUSINESS ACUMEN Abdul Majid pursued his education in the United Kingdom before returning to Saudi Arabia to continue the le

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Othman A. Ibrahim
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Othman A. Ibrahim

WORKING HIS WAY TO THE TOP Mr. Othman A. Ibrahim has a Master’s in Finance and a Bachelor of Science in Accounting. He has experience in managing COBOL programming, finance, law, and strategic planning. He joined Rawabi Holding in 1989, and since January 2009 has been serving as its Group President and CEO. He has held several significant positions over his long tenure with the organisation, including Group Vice President of Finance and Administration and Group Executive Vice President. The accomplished leader also oversaw the mergers and acquisitions department of an Egyptian consulting

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Mohd. Abdul Samad Al Qurashi
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Mohd. Abdul Samad Al Qurashi

LIFE-LONG PASSION FOR FRAGRANCE Growing up in a family steeped in the perfume trade, Mr. Al Qurashi imbibed the intricate workings of the industry from a tender age. After completing his education, he joined the family business – founded by his father Abdul Samad Al Qurashi in 1932 – and began to make significant contributions to its growth and development. Under his sterling leadership, the Abdul Samad Al Qurashi Group has attained an unrivalled position as a premier producer of traditional Arabian fragrances. Today, its reach extends far beyond the Middle East, reflecting the comp

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Dr. Minnie Bodhanwala
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Dr. Minnie Bodhanwala

EMBRACING CHALLENGES AND RISKS Dr. Minnie Bodhanwala is a true visionary, who possesses an innate talent for nurturing nascent ideas and transforming them into realities. In November 2012, amidst a daunting crisis at Wadia Hospitals, she fearlessly embraced the role of CEO, recognising the magnitude of the challenge before her. Embracing this formidable test with steady fortitude, she commenced a meticulous journey of streamlining transformation of the two charitable Wadia hospitals. She fearlessly embraces a realistic mindset as she navigates the intricate web of everyday challenges. It i

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Dr. Christina Rahm
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Dr. Christina Rahm

Dr. Christina Rahm is a true polymath, with a diverse educational background from Harvard University. She has a comprehensive understanding of areas as diverse as nanotechnology, pharmaceutical management, nutrition, education, and philosophy. She has fortified her intellectual pursuits with a Master of Science degree, while attaining a doctorate in Strategic Sciences from Charter University in December 2014. MASTERING MULTIPLE DOMAINS Dr. Rahm established DRC Ventures to cultivate a collaborative environment that transcends geographical and cultural boundaries. Through philanthropic fo

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Elon Musk
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Elon Musk

In an era often defined by new technology, the 50-year-old zillionaire, Musk has emerged as one of the most genuinely innovative entrepreneurs of his generation. He has been an inspiration for the world to go green. No wonder leading auto companies ranging from Ford to Volkswagen to Mercedes-Benz to Toyota have unequivocally committed their futures to electric vehicles. As he puts it, “For a long time, the rest of the auto industry was basically calling Tesla and me fools and frauds. They were saying electric cars wouldn’t work; you can’t achieve the range and performance. And even if y

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Sajjan Jindal
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Sajjan Jindal

CARRYING FORWARD THE LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE All dreams are made of a magical concoction whose ingredients comprise passion, grit and an insurmountable determination to work hard and win against all odds. Sajjan Jindal inherited this magical concoction and chiseling his dreams, developed one of India’s leading business houses, with a workforce of over 40,000. Diversifying his Group gradually to master other verticals, he forayed into cement, infrastructure, energy and so on, with a dream to help build a new nation. Leading India’s largest private steel producer, Sajjan Jindal has displaye

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