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Mid East Info
23-07-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Dubai Centre for Family Businesses highlights structuring of family business legacy models - Middle East Business News and Information
Centre's latest 'Governance Series' session was attended by 21 family business leaders Maha Al Gergawi: 'We are committed to supporting the continuity of family business legacies to strengthen their active contribution to building a diversified and sustainable economy.' Dubai, UAE – The Dubai Centre for Family Businesses, which operates under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully hosted the latest event in its 'Governance Series.' The session, which was attended by 21 family business leaders, explored family governance and structural legacy models to support the long-term sustainable growth of family businesses. Held in collaboration with the Indian Business & Professional Council (IBPC), the session discussed practical ways for family-owned enterprises to plan for the future, including how to set up clear governance and legal structures to support smooth leadership transitions and promote long-term business continuity. Real-world case studies were used to illustrate strategies that have supported legacy-building in family-owned enterprises, with a focus on tools that support continuity and growth across generations. During her opening remarks at the session, Maha Al Gargawi, Vice President of Business Advocacy at Dubai Chambers, stated: 'We are committed to supporting the continuity of family business to enhance their contribution to building a diversified and sustainable economy. This is achieved by promoting the adoption of governance systems, management structures, and succession planning strategies that build on the achievements of these businesses and help transform their rich legacies into a driving force for a more prosperous future.' The 'Governance Series' comes as part of the Dubai Centre for Family Businesses' wider efforts and features a range of educational workshops on key topics relating to family businesses, including legislation and governance frameworks essential for effective succession planning, long-term success, and regulatory compliance. The series enables participants to benefit from the experiences of other family businesses and strengthen their own operations. The initiative is designed to empower family-owned enterprises in Dubai to overcome common challenges and grow their operations, and encourages networking and knowledge-sharing between local, regional, and international family enterprises. It also provides a valuable platform to showcase multi-generational success stories and learn from real-world experiences.
Tom's Guide
16-07-2025
- Tom's Guide
Let the pool maintain itself this summer
Summer has brought some scorching hot days, and the best way to seek relief from the oppressive sun is to take a nice, relaxing dip in the pool. Going for a swim is a great idea — until you remember that if you use the pool, you have to clean the pool. Nobody wants to stand out in the heat and struggle with pool cleaning tools. Thankfully, iGarden has the pool cleaning solution for you: the iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series. With long-lasting power and sleek, industrial designs, the iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series of robotic pool cleaners is a high-tech solution to keeping your pool in tip-top shape with minimal effort. The K Series features an upgraded battery module and optimized product structure for 15 hours of battery uptime (when tested in floor mode on 3×8 meter rectangular pools). Pair that with the iGarden AI-Inverter™ Technology, and you've got a robotic pool cleaner capable of monitoring its own real-time operational status. In short, it intelligently adjusts its power output to match cleaning conditions, optimizing both performance and battery life. The iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series is designed to optimize its flow channels. This new design allows the cleaner to provide the level of cleaning performance that iGarden is known for at a lower power level, saving you time and reducing energy waste. Maybe, like me, after a big get-together, your pool always ends up a mess and needs a thorough cleaning. The iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series has a solution for that, too. The newly introduced Turbo Mode delivers a temporary power boost for faster, more thorough cleaning when you need it most. Activating Turbo Mode tells the the cleaner to operate at maximum power output, cleaning tasks more quickly so you can dive in and enjoy your pool in record time. Of course, it also has a standard mode for everyday cleaning. You can't have your robotic pool cleaner zipping all around without any kind of guidance. iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series cleaners are equipped with multi-obstacle handling capabilities. This innovative feature enables the cleaner to detect obstacles and deliver instant bursts of power to overcome them. From the drain to the steps to the wall, nothing stands in the way of iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series. The K Series' advanced detection capabilities are paired with 3D S-shaped path-planning technology. This pairing helps prevent entrapment and entanglement while maximizing floor coverage, making it less likely that you'll have to disrupt your poolside reading to save your pool cleaner from getting stuck. iGarden prides itself on developing artful living technology that not only improves your life but also looks good doing it. The iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series wraps up all its sophisticated tech in a beautiful, streamlined design. Sit back in a poolside lounger and enjoy catching some rays or reading a book while the iGarden Pool Cleaner K Pro does the work in a sleek, modern body complete with a vibrant automotive-grade paint job. This pool cleaner looks just as good beside the pool as it does in it. Peace of mind doesn't stop at form and function, though. You can enjoy worry-free pool maintenance with the iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series because it is backed by a three-year warranty, with a full replacement for defective core components. A dedicated support team is on standby to help you get your iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series system up and running or tackle any troubleshooting questions. The iGarden Pool Cleaner K Series is available now. Upgrade your pool cleaning routine with an aesthetic, worry-free, and powerful pool cleaning system, and spend the summer enjoying your pool instead of maintaining it.
Cision Canada
07-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
26th Edition Global Family Office Investment Summit Held in Cannes Under the Patronage of Cannes Mayor H.E. David Lisnard
CANNES, France, July 7, 2025 /CNW/ -- The 26th Edition Global Family Office Investment Summit, held under the Patronage of H.E. David Lisnard, Mayor of Cannes, concluded this week at the JW Marriott Hotel on the French Riviera. Centered around the theme "Connecting Minds & Creating the Future," the Summit welcomed over 200+ family offices, private investors, royal families, and visionary entrepreneurs from across the globe. Summit Host Hadi Al Alawi, Chairman of Al Hayat Group, Kingdom of Bahrain, opened the event with a gracious welcome and powerful opening remarks that set a tone of unity, vision and purpose. He then introduced Cannes Deputy Mayor Thomas de Pariente, whose inspiring Welcome Address energized the room. The momentum continued with an Opening Keynote by Alan Smithson, Founder of Unlimited Awesome, who challenged family offices to lead the charge in shaping the future of AI, education, and clean energy. "Several entrepreneurs have already received investor funding commitments and strategic support, which underscores the Summit Series' reputation as a powerful platform for capital deployment and collaboration," said Hadi Al Alawi. "Our Summits are always popular with forward-thinking leaders who are dedicated to uncovering groundbreaking investment opportunities. Together, we are dedicated to setting the stage for growth and success for generations ahead," said Anthony Ritossa, Founder of the Global Family Office Investment Summit Series. "What an amazing experience. The setting, fellow family offices and the content were fantastic!" said Wendy Craft, CEO, Elle Family Office. Gordon Einstein, founder of CryptoLaw partners, served as the Summit's Master of Ceremonies. Gordon attended the event with his wife Iryna and infant son Joseph. "These Summits always provide huge value for the speakers and participants. I love that they seamlessly join solid investment insight, current family office trends, a view on future technology, and audience interaction. I also applaud Anthony and Hadi on their selecting Cannes as the venue. This was a breath of fresh air." Attendees engaged in lively fireside chats and panel discussions covering a wide range of timely topics such as: Artificial Intelligence & Web3 Innovation Sustainable Infrastructure & Renewable Energy Healthcare, Biotechnology & Longevity Philanthropy, Family Legacy & Governance Real Estate, Private Equity & Global Markets Cross-border co-investment opportunities The evolving digital asset and crypto landscape Breakthroughs in healthcare, biotech, and longevity Purpose-driven philanthropy and impact investing A rare look inside the operations of iconic family offices The Summit also highlighted the growing role of women and next-generation leaders in shaping global investment priorities. Influential speakers such as Katie Hilborn, Sofia Romanoff, Rosemary Sagar, Wendy Craft and Aria Oh led conversations on empowering women, advancing inclusion, and redefining the future of purpose-driven capitalism. In a special ceremony, Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to distinguished leaders: H.E. David Lisnard, Mayor of Cannes (Special thanks to Deputy Mayor Thomas de Pariente for accepting the award on the Mayor's behalf) Hadi Al Alawi, Chairman of Al Hayat Group, Kingdom of Bahrain Wendy Craft, CEO, Elle Family Office Rosemary Sagar, Principal & CIO, Sagar Family Office Ziad Atrissi, JW Marriott Executive Anthony Ritossa, Global Family Office Investment Summit Series Founder Following the success in Cannes, the Global Family Office Investment Summit Series will continue with upcoming events in Miami, Dubai and also back to Cannes - further reinforcing its commitment to global collaboration, sustainability, and investor leadership.
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Business Standard
22-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
We go from 42 cities to 90 with Series by Marriott launch in India: Menon
This is one of the soft brands we have launched. In India, we have 158 open hotels and another 112 are under construction. These are spread across 42 cities and they represent 17 brands, Menon said Mumbai Listen to This Article Marriott International, the largest hotel in India in terms of inventories, has launched, with an exclusive partnership with CG Corp Global's Concept Hospitality, a global brand 'Series by Marriott', a midscale and upscale lodging segment. Rajeev Menon, president, Asia Pacific excluding China, Marriott International, in a face-to-face interview with Roshni Shekhar highlights the significance of the new brand and the deal (with Concept) to boost the hotel's leading position in India. Edited excerpts: What does the global launch of 'Series' signify for Marriott's long-term brand positioning in India and globally? This is one of the soft brands we have launched.
India Gazette
08-05-2025
- Sport
- India Gazette
From Wankhede to The Oval: A look at Rohit's career-defining knocks following Test retirement
New Delhi [India], May 8 (ANI): The Indian skipper and batter Rohit Sharma called time on his 11-year-long Test career after recent struggles in batting and leadership ahead of the England tour in June, which will kickstart India's ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27 campaign. The up-and-down nature of Rohit's career, his evolution from a struggling middle-order batter to a world-beating, chart-topping opener and his resilience and determination shown throughout these 11 years is a source of inspiration for many cricketers and fans worldwide. Over the years, the 'Hitman' has shown immense transformation, range, a solid defence and hitting power as a batter. These all things have combined to give the sport some of its most iconic knocks. Here are some knocks that define Rohit's career: 1).177 against West Indies (2013) In a perfect world, this match at Wankhede Stadium, which marked the great Sachin Tendulkar's last international match, would be a perfect pass-of-the-torch moment from one Mumbai giant to a rising star to carry the Indian cricket and its gigantic expectations on its back. Coming at number six, Rohit smashed a brilliant 177 in 301 balls, with 23 fours and a six, winning the 'Player of the Match' award in India's win. India scored 453 in response to WI's first innings total of 234 and bundled them out for 153, winning the game by an innings and 51 runs. While Rohit would struggle with consistency and adaptability to overseas conditions in the coming years, this knock proved to be a sign of what Rohit is at the peak of his powers. 2).212 against South Africa (2019) In 2019, after years of inconsistency in red-ball cricket which puzzled many, Rohit was given a chance to open the innings in Tests too, a position where he excelled in white-ball cricket and broke so many records in. After twin centuries at Visakhapatnam, knocks of 176 and 127 which kickstarted Rohit's Test revival, the Hitman outshone himself in the final Test at Ranchi, scoring an explosive 255-ball 212, with 28 fours and six sixes at a strike rate of over 83. He took India to 497/9 declared after they elected to bat first. SA could not outscore India in two innings combined and lost by an innings and 202 runs. During this series, Rohit's competition was himself, as there was no one really at his level, winning the 'Player of the Series' award for his 532 runs in three matches, at a mind-boggling average of 132.25. This series proved to be Rohit's finest hour as a batting force in home conditions. 3).161 against England (2021) After losing the first Test in Pune thanks to a Joe Root masterclass, Virat Kohli was under pressure to preserve his fortress. Coming to Chennai, India, could feel the pressure. What if series was not won? Entered one of Virat's most trusted soldiers. On a tough, spinny and tricky Chennai pitch where batters struggled to read the delivery properly, Rohit produced a masterclass of 161 in 231 balls, with 18 fours and two sixes to guide his side to 329 after electing to bat first. A century by Ravichandran Ashwin and fifty by Virat helped India set a target of 482 runs, and the trio of Ashwin, Kuldeep Yadav and Axar Patel crushed England by 317 runs. Though Ashwin took home the 'Player of the Match' for his all-round efforts, the star of the show was Rohit, who had helped India reach a solid first innings total after it was down 86/3. 4).127 against England (2021) The tour to England in 2021 marked Rohit's finest hour as a batter overseas. Long ridiculed and criticised for throwing away his wicket and not being able to score an overseas century, the artistic batter chose The Oval as his stage. With India trailing by 99 runs, Rohit delivered a solid defence that could very well become study material for aspiring cricketers, blocking and leaving deliveries with unmatched technical skill. He scored 127 in 256 balls, with 14 fours and a six, completing the milestone with a massive six against Moeen Ali over long-on. India marched to 466, gained a hefty 367-run lead and bundled out England for 210 to take a 2-1 lead in the series. 5).120 against Australia (2023) Spinning track, Rohit's patience, occasional bursts of attacking cricket and a world-class opposition, recipe for a perfect game of cricket. After bundling out Aussies for 177 in the first innings, Rohit showed immense patience and grit, crafting his 120 run knock brick-by-brick in 212 balls, with 15 fours and two sixes as the top order failed him. India pushed themselves to 400 thanks to fifties from Ravindra Jadeja and Axar, and Australia never really recovered from this trailing, losing the game by an innings and 132 runs. The WTC final spot was up for grabs, and by retaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, India booked their ticket to the UK. Rohit made his Test debut against the West Indies in November 2013 and went on to represent India in 67 Tests. He amassed 4,301 runs at an average of 40.57, with 12 centuries and 18 fifties. His highest score of 212 came during a memorable home series against South Africa in 2019. He finishes as India's 16th-highest run-getter in the longest format. He kick-started his Test journey with a memorable 177 against the West Indies at Eden Gardens, Kolkata in 2013. (ANI)
