An entrepreneur who has successfully merged property development with franchise operations, Asaad Tariq has created a unique business portfolio that spans real estate, hospitality, and investment. As the Founder of AP Investments, Tariq has overseen numerous residential and commercial projects, generating consistent returns for investors while contributing to local communities. Additionally, as the Master Franchise
The inaugural edition of the Business Frontier Leadership Conclave and Awards 2025 concluded on a high note, uniting over 50 distinguished business leaders, innovators, and policymakers from around the world. Organised by Crestus Media and presented in partnership with Zenesis Corporation, the prestigious event was supported by media partners Business Frontier, REM TIMES and Global
If there’s one thing that sets Tomy Thomas apart, it’s his unwavering commitment to people. With over 30 years of experience in leadership and people practices, he’s built a reputation for creating cultures where employees thrive and organisations succeed. Currently, he is the Senior Vice President – Human Resources at Krisumi Corporation—a unique joint venture
With a career spanning multiple industries – including government, banking and telecommunications, Dr. Muhanned Al-Asfoor, the Founder and Chairman of Injaz Development, one of Oman’s leading human resource firms, has continuously championed change and transformation. A strong believer in adaptability, he pursued a PhD in Change Management and has dedicated his career to fostering dynamic
Women’s leadership in business has grown exponentially over the years, with more stepping into influential roles across industries. Despite challenges, women continue to bring innovation, resilience, and unique perspectives to leadership positions, driving meaningful change. Recent statistics highlight this progress—women now hold 48% of entry-level roles and 39% of managerial positions globally, demonstrating the strides
Women in leadership have long been a subject of both admiration and scrutiny, but today, their role is being redefined in ways that challenge traditional notions of success and leadership. Over time, the perception of leadership has evolved dramatically. In the past, leadership was often synonymous with authority, command and control, but today, it’s increasingly
The gender pay gap remains one of the most pressing issues in the modern workforce, despite growing awareness and initiatives aimed at achieving pay equity. According to the World Economic Forum’s Global Gender Gap Report 2023, at the current rate of progress, it will take 132 years to close the global gender gap. In many
Disney reported better-than-expected earnings for the fiscal first quarter, despite a decline in Disney+ streaming subscribers. The company’s streaming business remained profitable, even as Disney+ saw a 1% drop in subscribers, bringing the total to 124.6 million. While domestic subscriptions grew by 1%, international numbers fell by around 2%. Disney had warned of a “modest
With over 16 years of experience in corporate law, Bhavi Sanghvi brings a wealth of expertise to her role as General Counsel at KKR India, a position she has held since 2022. Before joining KKR, Bhavi was a partner at AZB & Partners for eight years, where she led high-profile private equity and M&A transactions.
An accomplished legal professional with over 20 years of experience, Amit Kumar Mittal comes with a wealth of knowledge in both litigation and corporate legal aspects. Having successfully managed complex client and regulatory matters across a variety of legal domains, Amit Kumar Mittal is skilled in providing strategic legal counsel to business leadership and otherwise
