Talent Fiesta celebrates women's creativity in Jeddah
Organized to spotlight women's achievements in various fields, the event witnessed participation from several dynamic individuals, including Sameera Zahid, Sadaf Tahir, Asma Noreen, Suriya Jabeen, Urooj, Asma Ibrahim, Mahira Anees, Noor Ulain, Atifa, Rida Khurram, Sakina Rehman, Fatima Masood, Chef Afshan Mansoor, and Bashayer Khan.
The evening highlighted not only talent but also the power of collaboration, with participants showcasing their skills and connecting through business networking, wellness, and creative expression.
At the heart of the event stood Shagufta Munaf, the Founder and CEO of SM Lumiere. A committed entrepreneur and mentor, Munaf has consistently worked toward creating platforms where women can thrive. Her brand, SM Lumiere, is built on the pillars of beauty, wellness, and empowerment — all of which were reflected in the spirit of the Talent Fiesta.
The audience gave a warm round of applause in honor of Shagufta Munaf, recognizing her vision and dedication in making the event a resounding success.
Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Business Recorder
17 hours ago
- Business Recorder
Engineer Khalid Mehmood appointed CEO IESCO
ISLAMABAD: The Board of Directors of Islamabad Electric Supply Company (IESCO) has unanimously appointed Engineer Khalid Mehmood as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Company. IESCO spokesperson said that Engineer Khalid Mehmood is known for his vast experience and strong leadership in the energy sector. Throughout his career, he has served in various key positions and has always prioritized employee welfare projects and the interests of consumers. Moreover, he has a sound experience of operations construction GSO GSE and other fields of DISCOs Chairman IESCO, Dr Tahir Masood, stated that the appointment of Engineer Khalid Mehmood was made purely on merit, taking into full consideration his professional competence and qualities as a strong leader. 'We are confident that he will perform this responsibility in the best possible manner, and under his leadership, IESCO will continue its journey of success with the full support of the Board of Directors,' he added. IESCO officers and staff showed their full confidence on this appointment and said that its good luck for IESCO that an experienced and dedicated officer is appointed as Chief Executive Officer IESCO and under his leadership IESCO will continue its journey of success. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
18 hours ago
- Business Recorder
SMEDA's ‘national roadmap' draft reviewed
LAHORE: The Technical Working Group (TWG) of the Ministry of Industries and Production (MoIP)) on Business Formalisation reviewed an initial draft of the National Roadmap, proposed by SMEDA, in collaboration with the International Labour Organisation's consultants, for transition of informal businesses into formal businesses. The review meeting was held at the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) head office with Saif Anjum, Secretary MoIP in chair. It was attended by Asad Islam Mahni, Additional Secretary Industries and Production, Socrat Aman Rana, CEO SMEDA, ILO Consultants Usman Khan, Muhammad Awais and senior officials of SMEDA. The other members of the TWG from private and public sector joined the discussion on zoom. CEO SMEDA Socrat Aman Rana said that that Over 84 percent of Pakistan's workforce operates informally within SMEs and home-based working sector, which creates obstacles for businesses and workers alike, hindering access to critical markets, financing, social protections, and skill development. He informed that the Project is an outcome of an earlier mapping study by ILO and SMEDA, which identified the need of developing a national roadmap for formalizing SMEs and home-based workers, removing barriers to registration and simplifying processes of regulations and operation. Federal Secretary MoIP Saif Anjum said the collaboration of MoIP with the ILO for Enterprise Formalisation Project aims to attract enterprises operating in informal sector towards formal sector by bridging the gaps in their formalization process. He observed that the informal SMEs can thrive within a formal and supportive economic framework by creating a fearless and conducive environment. He was confident that National Roadmap to be developed for enterprises will enable SME sector to add substantial value to the national economy. Earlier ILO Consultant Usman Khan gave a detailed presentation on the proposed National Roadmap for transition of the informal businesses towards business formalization. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Recorder
2 days ago
- Business Recorder
SRO to be reinstated soon, Jam tells APSGJTA
ISLAMABAD: Minister for Commerce, Jam Kamal Khan, on Friday assured the All Pakistan Small Gems Jewellers & Tools Association (APSGJTA) that SRO 760 will be reinstated soon, expressing satisfaction with the arguments presented by industry representatives and exporters. The Ministry of Commerce also held a Zoom meeting with gold exporters, who urged the minister to prioritise the reinstatement of the SRO. Exporters highlighted that their import and re-export consignments have been delayed, with a 50-kg gold consignment currently stuck at the port. The SRO expired on July 8, 2025. 'Buyers of Pakistani exporters are considering legal action against their local partners for failing to meet commitments,' said Shabir Ahmad Awan, Convener of APSGJTA's Export Standing Committee, while speaking to Business Recorder. Both the Commerce minister and secretary Commerce assured exporters that the suspended SRO would be reinstated as soon as possible. However, exporters remain concerned that the matter could once again stall at the Prime Minister's Office (PMO) — as in the past. Earlier, the additional secretary of Commerce had informed the National Assembly Standing Committee on Commerce that a special committee had cleared the matter. However, the PMO returned the proposal for reconsideration. Speaking to Business Recorder, Jawed Hanif Khan, Chairman of the NA Standing Committee on Commerce, said he has convened a meeting on August 18, 2025, to raise the issue once again. 'Officials from the Commerce Ministry gave their word that the matter has been resolved,' he said. The gold jewellery export sector operates under SRO 760(I)/2013, which offers tax exemptions under Clause 6: 'Import duty and taxes on the import of precious metals and gemstones under this order shall be exempt from normal import tariffs and taxes. Import of other raw materials, tools, machinery, and equipment required for the production and export of items shall also be exempt from normal import tariffs and taxes.' However, contrary to this provision, sales tax exemptions are not available across all schemes related to the import of precious metals and associated items. While Customs Duty, Additional Customs Duty, and Withholding Tax are exempt under relevant laws, the Sales Tax Act only provides exemption for gold imported under the Entrustment Scheme (S No 178, Sixth Schedule). Imports under the Self-Consignment Scheme, and other related items, remain subject to the standard 18 percent sales tax. Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
