The Business Frontier – Leadership Conclave & Awards 2026

Where Leaders Shape the Future.

Coming to Bangkok, 2027

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A Premium Gathering of Visionary Business Leaders.

The Business Frontier Leadership Conclave & Awards is a landmark gathering that has grown into one of the region’s most anticipated leadership platforms.

The platform brings together visionary global business leaders, CXOs, and innovators to celebrate leadership excellence while engaging in the transformational conversations defining the next decade of enterprise.

From entrepreneurship and capital to technology, real estate, manufacturing, and the future of work, every conversation that matters, in one room.

The Second Edition

A Day of Substance, Crafted End to End.

From morning keynotes to a red-carpet gala, every hour is engineered to deliver insight, connection and recognition.

Timing

Session

Description

Speakers / Notes

09:00 am – 09:30 am

Registration & Networking

Guest arrivals, registration and networking.

09:30 am – 09:35 am

Welcome Address

Opening remarks to set the tone for the conclave.

Emcee

09:35 am – 09:45 am

Opening Keynote

Opening keynote address.

Prof. Jeevan D'Mello

09:45 am – 09:55 am

Keynote Session 1

A series of keynote addresses by invited speaker

Prof. Fatima Zaman

09:55 am – 10:00 am

Felicitation of Guests of Honour

Special felicitation segment for the Guests of Honour.

Mohamed Al Banna

10:00 am – 10:30 am

Awards Segment 1

Recognition of award winners by Mohamed Al Banna

Dr. Laura Viban - Director, American International School of Brazzaville - Iconic Education Leader of the Year
Jose Rizal - President Director Jorindo Agung - Iconic Business Leader in Construction and Infrastructure
Kaushik Nag - CEO Jupiter Laminators Private Limited - Iconic Business Leader of the Year
Misha Sharma Gambhir - Founder Heartspire Foundation - Women Leadership in Spirituality & Well-Being
Salma Hassan - Founder, IGNITIA HR Consulting and Executive Coaching - Workplace and People Development Award
Winpra Health Care - Employer of Choice
Sonal Shah - Chief Executive Officer, SonaJapan Japanese Language Academy - Visionary Leader in Language Learning

10:30 am – 11:10 am

Panel Discussion 1

Women at the Frontier of Leadership, AI & Innovation
A discussion on how women leaders are shaping business, technology, AI adoption and innovation-led transformation.

Prof. Fatima Zaman
Misha Sharma Gambhir
Dr. Prithvi Priya
Sreyasi Roy

11:10 am – 11:20 am

Keynote Session 2

A series of keynote addresses by invited speaker

Salma Hassan

11:20 am – 11:25 am

Felicitation of Guests of Honour

Special felicitation segment for the Guests of Honour.

Yaqoob Al Ali

11:25 am – 11:35 am

Keynote Session 3

A series of keynote addresses by invited speaker

Sonal Shah

11:35 am - 12:05 pm

Awards Segment 2

Recognition of award winners by Yaqoob Al Ali

Javeed Ashraf Khan - Co-Founder and Chief Growth & People Officer TidyHire - HR Technology Leader of the Year
Aromal Ajith - Regional Sales Head MEA , CryptoBind by JISASOFTEC - Cybersecurity Champion
Brindavan Payment Services - Best Fintech Innovation For Global Trade
Dr. Ignacio Bonasa - President and Founder Liderarte; University of Happiness and Well-Being - Most Influential Wellness & Leadership Voice - Bridging Art, Purpose & Transformation
Dr. Soha Chahine - Managing Director, Forward Training & Consulting - Excellence in Leadership & Organizational Development
Berkeley Services UAE - AI & Data Intelligence Award
Reliant Surveyors - Best Valuation Company of the Year Award
Dr. Hassan Elhais - Legal Consultant, Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants - Iconic Legal Consultant of the Year

12:05 pm - 12:45 pm

Panel Discussion 2

What Keeps Dubai’s Real Estate Market Attractive — and What Leadership Will It Need Next?
A discussion on what continues to make Dubai attractive, and what kind of leadership is needed to protect that position in the years ahead.

Dr. Majid Jack Hsiung
Kartik Shankar Narayan
Abhishek Jalan
Prof. Jeevan D'Mello

12:45 pm – 2:00 pm

Networking Lunch

Lunch and networking break.

2:00 pm – 2:20 pm

Live Entertainment Experience

An engaging live entertainment element designed to energise the audience and create a memorable experience.

2:20 pm - 2:30 pm

Keynote Session 4

A series of keynote addresses by invited speakers.

Javeed Ashraf Khan

2:30 pm - 3:10 pm

Panel Discussion 3

The Leadership Engine: How People, Culture & Talent Drive Business Growth
A discussion on how leadership, HR, culture and talent strategy are becoming central to business performance and future-ready organisations.

Dr. Soha Chahine
Tiago Costa
Emma Jordan
Preethy Suresh

3:10 pm - 3:20 pm

Felicitation of Guest of Honour

Special felicitation segment for the Guest of Honour.

Dr. Oleksandr Balanutsa

3:20 pm - 3:40 pm

Awards Segment 3

Recognition of award winners by Dr. Oleksandr Balanutsa

Prof. Jeevan D'Mello - CEO Zenesis Consulting - Management Consultant of the Year
Dr. Ahmed Hanafy
Dr. Sreemanti Mangesh Gijare
Mohamed Kotb
Rohith Alagarsamy
Ramanjeet Singh
Mohamad Elhais

3:40 pm - 3:50 pm

Keynote Session 5

A series of keynote addresses by invited speakers.

Dr. Ignacio Bonasa

3:50 pm - 4:30 pm

Awards Segment 4

Recognition of award winners by Dr. Oleksandr Balanutsa

Logic Utilities District Cooling Services
Dr. Unmesh Jagtap
Shariq Khan
Samuel Joshua
Bishnu Pritam B.
Douaa Kayed
AUM Development
ALISA PR
Matrix AV & Entertainment
Prime Vision Studio
Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm

Closing Address & Networking Cocktail

Closing remarks followed by networking.

Voices That HAVE DEFINED OUR EDITIONS

Founders, strategists and changemakers from across the globe, who have taken the stage in the past

Salma Hassan

Founder

IGNITIA HR Consulting and Executive Coaching

Dr. Ignacio Bonasa

President & Founder

Liderarte ( Madrid & Spain )
Country: Spain

Dr. Tanya Goodwin

CEO

Botanical Chemist Palm Cove

Prof. Fatima Zaman

CEO

Serenity UK Care
Country: United Kingdom

Misha Sharma Gambhir

Founder

Heartspire Foundation
Country: India

Javeed Ashraf Khan

Co-Founder and Chief Growth & People Officer

TidyHire
Country: India

Dr. Soha Chahine

Managing Director

Forward Training & Consulting
Country: Lebanon

Sreyasi Roy

Founder

Verve Humane Capital
Country: India

Tiago Costa

CEO

Parisima
Country: Portugal

Preethy Suresh

Founder & CEO

Ignition Point Ventures
Country: Malaysia

Emma Jordan

CEO

Infinite Consulting
Country: United Kingdom

Dr. Prithvi Priyadarshini

Gastroenterologist & Advanced Therapeutic Endoscopist

Medcare Royal Speciality Hospital, Dubai and TEDx Speaker
Country: India

Prof. Jeevan D'Mello

CEO

Zenesis Consulting
Country: India

Dr. Majid Jack Hsiung

Founder & CEO

Source of Fate Properties
Country: China

Kartik Shankar Narayan

Chief Sales Officer

Berkeley Services UAE
Country: Canada

Sonal Shah

CEO

SonaJapan Japanese Language Academy
Country: Japan

Abhishek Jalan

CEO

Grovy Developers
Country: India

DISTINGUISHED LEADERS WHO HAVE HONOURED OUR CELEBRATIONS

Eminent dignitaries and global leaders whose presence reflects the spirit of leadership, diplomacy, and excellence.

H.E. Yaqoob Al Ali

Executive Director & Private Advisor, Office of His Highness Sheikh Juma Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum

Dr. Oleksandr Balanutsa

Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Embassy of Ukraine to the UAE & Bahrain

50+ Categories of Excellence.

Recognition across every dimension of business, from leadership and innovation to people, culture and the future of work.

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What Awaits You.

Six pillars of excellence designed for the leaders building what comes next.

01. Elite Networking

Engage with VIPs, diplomats, investors and officials in an environment curated for meaningful exchange, not small talk.

02. Strategic Insights

Explore collaborations through focused meetings and high-signal sessions that drive your ventures forward.

03. Live DeepTalks Podcast

Business Frontier’s signature live podcast, candid, unscripted conversations broadcast to a global digital audience.

04. Knowledge Sharing

Leverage speaking sessions to share insights and ideas with awardees, delegates and industry leaders.

05. Global Recognition

Boost your personal brand and global standing through elite networking and thought leadership.

06. Frontier Circle Access

Exclusive entry into a closed community of the region’s most influential leaders, long after the event ends.

Be a Part of the Leadership Gathering.

Network with elite executives, CEOs, key decision-makers, industry pioneers, business owners, and HNWIs from around the world.

Leadership

Capital & Investors

Policy & Diplomacy

Innovators

What Past Delegates Say.

A glimpse into the conversations, connections and recognition that have shaped editions.

This event brought together a remarkable community of entrepreneurs, visionaries, and industry leaders from around the world. The atmosphere was electric, full of inspiring conversations, meaningful connections, and powerful business opportunities.

Martina Maya Founder, Hypnobond

The entire experience was elevated by the warmth, professionalism, and dedication of the Business Frontier team. I've attended many global events, but few can match the energy, excellence, and sense of purpose I experienced here.

Dr. Abeer S Al-humaimeedy Founder & CEO, Advancedera.tech

A world-class platform for those shaping the future, and I'm very much looking forward to participating in their upcoming editions. Highly recommended for any leader who values both substance and stagecraft.

Ar. Smita Das Founder, Speaking Designs

Attending the Business Frontier Leadership Conclave & Awards in Dubai was nothing short of a dream come true. Standing on an international stage to receive an award was an exhilarating and humbling experience, one that I will cherish forever.

Dr. Monica Romelina Sijabat Founder & Managing Partner, MRS

From the grand ceremony to the inspiring conversations and networking, every moment was filled with energy, elegance, and inspiration. This day will forever hold a special place in my heart as a celebration of leadership, innovation, and the power of dreams.

Nedim Alicic Finance Director, Princess Cruises

Thank you Business Frontier and Plan 3 Media for creating such an unforgettable experience. The calibre of leaders, the precision of execution, and the heart behind the event made this one of the most meaningful gatherings I've been a part of.

Cristian Salazar Strategic Advisor, CSM Group Consiel

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

4th September 2026

Dubai. The Global Capital of Business.

The world’s most connected business hub, where capital, talent and ambition converge. Dubai’s positioning between East and West makes it the natural home for a conclave that speaks globally.

4th September 2026

Taj Dubai, Business Bay

Dubai International Airport (DXB)

Connected to 240+ cities worldwide

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The 3rd Edition

Where Leaders Shape the Future.

Coming to Bangkok, 2027

About the Event

A Premium Gathering of Visionary Business Leaders.

The Second Edition

Agenda

A Day of Substance, Crafted End to End.

Timing

Session

Description

Speakers / Notes

09:00 am – 09:30 am

Registration & Networking

Guest arrivals, registration and networking.

09:30 am – 09:35 am

Welcome Address

Opening remarks to set the tone for the conclave.

Emcee

09:35 am – 09:45 am

Opening Keynote

Opening keynote address.

Prof. Jeevan D'Mello

09:45 am – 09:55 am

Keynote Session 1

A series of keynote addresses by invited speaker

Prof. Fatima Zaman

09:55 am – 10:00 am

Felicitation of Guests of Honour

Special felicitation segment for the Guests of Honour.

Mohamed Al Banna

10:00 am – 10:30 am

Awards Segment 1

Recognition of award winners by Mohamed Al Banna

10:30 am – 11:10 am

Panel Discussion 1

Women at the Frontier of Leadership, AI & Innovation A discussion on how women leaders are shaping business, technology, AI adoption and innovation-led transformation.

Prof. Fatima Zaman Misha Sharma Gambhir Dr. Prithvi Priya Sreyasi Roy

11:10 am – 11:20 am

Keynote Session 2

A series of keynote addresses by invited speaker

Salma Hassan

11:20 am – 11:25 am

Felicitation of Guests of Honour

Special felicitation segment for the Guests of Honour.

Yaqoob Al Ali

11:25 am – 11:35 am

Keynote Session 3

A series of keynote addresses by invited speaker

Sonal Shah

11:35 am - 12:05 pm

Awards Segment 2

Recognition of award winners by Yaqoob Al Ali

12:05 pm - 12:45 pm

Panel Discussion 2

What Keeps Dubai’s Real Estate Market Attractive — and What Leadership Will It Need Next? A discussion on what continues to make Dubai attractive, and what kind of leadership is needed to protect that position in the years ahead.

Dr. Majid Jack Hsiung Kartik Shankar Narayan Abhishek Jalan Prof. Jeevan D'Mello

12:45 pm – 2:00 pm

Networking Lunch

Lunch and networking break.

2:00 pm – 2:20 pm

Live Entertainment Experience

An engaging live entertainment element designed to energise the audience and create a memorable experience.

2:20 pm - 2:30 pm

Keynote Session 4

A series of keynote addresses by invited speakers.

Javeed Ashraf Khan

2:30 pm - 3:10 pm

Panel Discussion 3

The Leadership Engine: How People, Culture & Talent Drive Business Growth A discussion on how leadership, HR, culture and talent strategy are becoming central to business performance and future-ready organisations.

Dr. Soha Chahine Tiago Costa Emma Jordan Preethy Suresh

3:10 pm - 3:20 pm

Felicitation of Guest of Honour

Special felicitation segment for the Guest of Honour.

Dr. Oleksandr Balanutsa

3:20 pm - 3:40 pm

Awards Segment 3

Recognition of award winners by Dr. Oleksandr Balanutsa

Prof. Jeevan D'Mello - CEO Zenesis Consulting - Management Consultant of the Year Dr. Ahmed Hanafy Dr. Sreemanti Mangesh Gijare Mohamed Kotb Rohith Alagarsamy Ramanjeet Singh Mohamad Elhais

3:40 pm - 3:50 pm

Women at the Frontier of Leadership, AI & Innovation
A discussion on how women leaders are shaping business, technology, AI adoption and innovation-led transformation.

Prof. Fatima Zaman
Misha Sharma Gambhir
Dr. Prithvi Priya
Sreyasi Roy

What Keeps Dubai’s Real Estate Market Attractive — and What Leadership Will It Need Next?
A discussion on what continues to make Dubai attractive, and what kind of leadership is needed to protect that position in the years ahead.

Dr. Majid Jack Hsiung
Kartik Shankar Narayan
Abhishek Jalan
Prof. Jeevan D'Mello

The Leadership Engine: How People, Culture & Talent Drive Business Growth
A discussion on how leadership, HR, culture and talent strategy are becoming central to business performance and future-ready organisations.

Dr. Soha Chahine
Tiago Costa
Emma Jordan
Preethy Suresh

Prof. Jeevan D'Mello - CEO Zenesis Consulting - Management Consultant of the Year
Dr. Ahmed Hanafy
Dr. Sreemanti Mangesh Gijare
Mohamed Kotb
Rohith Alagarsamy
Ramanjeet Singh
Mohamad Elhais

Logic Utilities District Cooling Services
Dr. Unmesh Jagtap
Shariq Khan
Samuel Joshua
Bishnu Pritam B.
Douaa Kayed
AUM Development
ALISA PR
Matrix AV & Entertainment
Prime Vision Studio
Amal Alrashedi Lawyers & Legal Consultants