Dubai, UAE – Dubai once again reinforced its position as a global hub for excellence and innovation at the Global Excellence & Leadership Awards, Dubai 2026, presented by Insights Success Media, which brought together the world’s most influential leaders under one prestigious platform. The ceremony celebrated transformative leadership, breakthrough innovation, and measurable industry impact across diverse sectors.
The ceremony honored leaders across diverse sectors, including electric mobility and sustainable innovation, finance, AI, healthcare, marketing, real estate, aviation, banking, women’s leadership, education, and corporate transformation.
Among the distinguished honorees were.
Electric Mobility & Sustainable Innovation
Leading the charge in sustainable progress and technological advancement were distinguished pioneers redefining infrastructure and environmental responsibility:
- Mr. Samir Hmicho – Leading Electric Vehicle Transformation – Chairman of the Board
- Raymond George – Innovative Building Materials Company of the Year 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 & Corporate Excellence
Recognizing strategic foresight and financial stewardship, the awards celebrated global finance leaders shaping economic ecosystems and corporate resilience:
- Mr. José Antonio Sánchez Marín – Excellence in Financial Leadership and Strategic Consultancy Award
- Satish Ramakrishnan – Outstanding Financial Executive of the Year
- Safouane Khcherif – Excellence in Corporate Finance Leadership
- Rony Daou – Financial Strategist of the Year
- Peter Ristevski – Outstanding Global Leader in Tax Innovation & Asset Protection – 2026
- Akil Shah – Co-Sponsor / Middle East’s Most Trusted Accounting & Tax Firm, 2026
- Marichelvam R. – Global Excellence in Finance Leadership & Community Impact Award
- Mohamed Bellal – Finance Innovators Transforming Strategy into Growth
- Arindam Sarkar – Global Aviation 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 & Executive Leadership
Honoring transformative executive vision and organizational leadership excellence:
- Joel Perri – Number One CEO Coach in the World; First & Only Omni-Platform #1 Top Global Leadership Headliner Keynote Dynastic Star
- Ayman Elbayaa – CEO of the Year 2026
- Shohreh Abedi – NextGen COO 2026: Transforming the Landscape of US Operations
- Noushad Ismail – Most Influential COO in UAE Banking
- Abdulla Altaee – Saudi Arabia’s Top General Manager Leadership Award 2026
- Rohit Chug – Saudi’s Most Visionary Corporate Executive of the Year 2026
- Ronnie Surty – Bahrain’s Most Impactful Leader Powering the Gulf Region
- Abu Bakar – Visionaries of 2026: The Leader Redefining the Future
- Aleksandr Mamasidikov – The Visionary Founder Redefining Banking & Finance, 2026
- Ahmed J. Jabbar – The Global Visionary to Follow in 2026
- Dr. Shweta Narang – Global Excellence & Leadership Award in Medical Diagnostics 2026
- M. Sehzaad Peerbucus – Award for Outstanding Achievement in Business Excellence (Founder and CEO, Hammersmith Management Ltd)
- Rahmah Al-Ali – Leadership Excellence in Risk & Crisis Management 2025
- Gail Courneyea – 35-Year Legacy of AeroSafety Award
- Khaled Haj Younes – Excellence in Business Innovation Award – Medical & Aesthetic Sector
Technology, AI & Digital Transformation
In the rapidly evolving digital era, these leaders stood out for advancing cybersecurity, quantum innovation, cloud transformation, and AI-powered ecosystems:
- Rajan Jha – Global Icon of Cybersecurity & AI Leadership, 2026
- Imad Syed – 2026’s Top Visionary Leader Transforming the IT Landscape
- Rakesh Ramankutty – Global Icon Leading Digital Transformation Across Cloud Platforms – 2026
- Amr Elazab – Next-Gen Quantum Leaders: Shaping the Future Today
- Syed Javeed Shah – Technology & Digital Transformation Leadership – Africa Category
- Bahwan Cybertek – Most Disruptive Tech Product of the Year
- Unmesh Deshpande – IT Infrastructure Visionary of the Year (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 Agentic Intelligence Platform
Healthcare, Wellness & MedTech
Celebrating impact-driven leadership across healthcare strategy, primary care, wellness innovation, and MedTech advancements:
- Carolyn M. Rubin – Influential Woman Leader in Healthcare Strategy & Organizational Growth
- Katleen Verleysen – MedTech Visionary Leader of the Year 2026
- Sofica Bistriceanu – Excellence in Primary Care Award 2026
- Agnes George – Global Excellence in Diabetes Transformation Coaching
- Dr. Parveen Smith – Global Transformative Leader in Wellness & Empowerment
- Jun Tachibana – Influential Global Business Leader in Oral Healthcare
- Dr. Riza Kadilar – Coaching and Mentorship Leadership Award (Business Leaders, K Ventures)
- Sylvia Dr. Paulig – Global Thought Leadership Award (CEO / Ophthalmic Surgeon, Paulig Eye & Health)
- Dr. Markus Meier – Healthcare CEO of the Year 2026
- Dr. Taj Mohammed Fiyaz Chowdhry – Innovative Healthcare Leadership Award 2026
- Prof. Dr. B. Durgaprasad Reddy – Outstanding Cardiothoracic Surgeon of the Year 2026
Real Estate, Infrastructure & Construction
Recognizing leaders shaping urban landscapes and advancing sustainable construction:
- Dr. Bumal Murchoyea – Visionary Leader Transforming Real Estate Development
- Kavita Doshi – Visionary Leader Transforming Sustainable Real Estate & Community Impact
- Francis Christy Boy – Visionary Leadership Award for Transforming Construction Through Digital Innovation
- Vwakpor Efuetanu – Architectural Visionary of the Year
Banking, Insurance & Corporate Governance
Acknowledging those strengthening governance frameworks, insurance leadership, and financial intelligence:
- Mr. Shahzad Saxena – Leading Insurance Company Driving Confidence in the Middle East
- Hammad Khan – Most Influential Leader in Insurance 2026
- Eng. Mohammad Bamogaddam – Outstanding CEO Shaping the Future of Credit Intelligence
- Jessica Soledad Cáceres – Global Excellence Award in Digital Governance, Compliance & Corporate Ethics
Branding, Marketing & Industry Leadership
Celebrating strategic brand architects and commercial leaders redefining market influence:
- Amir A. Kolahzadeh – Title Sponsor / Innovative Brand Strategist of the Year
- Rana Yakzan – Global Trading Innovation Leader
- Patrick Czerka – Engineering Leadership Excellence Award
- Wail Muhrzi – Logistics Leadership Excellence Award
- Mr. Fayez Awadeh – Marketing Leadership Excellence Award – Pharma Sector 2026
- Mr. Mohamed Metwally – Commercial Leadership Excellence Award – Pharma Sector 2026
- Abdulla Ahmad Faraj – Emirati Leader of Excellence in Sports Media & Marketing
- Cristian Acampora – Keynote Speaker & Impact Leader of the Year (GM – Master Trainer & Mental Coach, Blackship)
Women Leadership & Global Impact
Highlighting exceptional women leaders driving strategic influence and transformative change worldwide:
- Rania Awadallah & Mennan Awadallah – Egypt’s Next-Gen Women Leaders Making Their Mark 2026
- Ruchi Agnihotri – South Africa’s Top Managing Director to Follow
- Miriam Schnyder – Visionary Entrepreneur Redefining Luxury Interior Art & Glass Innovation
- Anu Ruohosto – Emerging Woman Leader in Luxury Wellness & Beauty
- Annie Holmes – Visionary Leader Redefining Human-Centered & Wellness-Driven Leadership
- Nashay Lowe – Global Icon in Leadership Communication & Conflict Transformation, 2026
- Razyka Bel – Middle East’s Most Influential Woman in Government Affairs & Regional Operations
- Boston Moonsamy – Most Visionary Women Leaders Driving Growth in 2026
- Dr. Dianne Kristine Joy Closa Bonsol – Excellence in Care: Woman Doctor of the Year 2026
Coaching, Mentorship & Thought Leadership
Celebrating pioneers in transformational coaching, mentorship, and global thought leadership who inspire individuals and organizations to reach their fullest potential:
- Dr. Riza Kadilar – Coaching and Mentorship Leadership Award (K Ventures)
- Lynn Kleinsmith – Women in Coaching Excellence and Influence Award (elev8 Global Coaching)
- Cristian Acampora – Keynote Speaker & Impact Leader of the Year (Blackship)
- Sylvia Dr. Paulig – Global Thought Leadership Award (Paulig Eye & Health)
Education, Talent & Social Impact
Recognizing institutions and individuals shaping the future of education, recruitment, and social development:
- KAUMEYA Language Schools – Middle East’s Top Academic Hubs Redefining Learning
- Hande Kizir – IT Talent Recruitment Leader of the Year 2026
- Wazma Jawlan – Social Impact Leader of the Year
- Adnan Sab’a Al Aish – Nigeria’s Top Business Icons 2026
Banking and Digital Transformation
Recognizing institutions and individuals shaping the future of banking through digital innovation and transformation:
- Marta Mroz-Sipiora – Excellence in Banking Digital Transformation
- Noushad Ismail – Most Influential COO in UAE Banking
- Aleksandr Mamasidikov – The Visionary Founder Redefining Banking & Finance, 2026
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