Daily Archives: October 23, 2023

Business & Investments

Gulf Capital Announces its Successful Exit from its investment in iSON Xperiences,

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Gulf Capital Announces its Successful Exit from its investment in iSON Xperiences, the leading tech-enabled Business Process Outsourcing platform operating across India and Africa

iSON grew revenues by 60%, grew its workforce to 18,000 employees, and expanded operations to 19 countries with Gulf Capital’s help and funding. The Company processes over 50 million transactions per month, for more than 500 million customers globally

(Abu Dhabi, October 23rd, 2023) – Gulf Capital, a leading operationally focused private equity firm investing from the GCC to Asia, announced today the successful completion of its exit from iSON Xperiences (“iSON”), a leading tech-enabled emerging markets customer experience and delivery partner that offers Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services across India and Africa.

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Hotels & Hosppitality

GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE Q3 PERFORMANCE PEAKS ACROSS THE BOARD

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GLOBAL HOTEL ALLIANCE Q3 PERFORMANCE PEAKS ACROSS THE BOARD;

 REMAINS ON TRACK FOR A RECORD YEAR FOR REVENUE

UAE among the top 5 countries to deliver highest room revenue in 2023 YTD

·       2023 revenue, room nights and total stays now all higher than 2019 year to date (YTD)

·       Total revenue doubled YTD compared to 2022 and hits US$1.7 billion

·       Q3 revenues up 41% versus Q3 2022, and room nights up 31%

·       GHA DISCOVERY hits 25 million members in loyalty programme milestone

·       Cross-brand revenues pick up 55% to $79 million in Q3 compared to Q3 2022

·       DISCOVERY Dollars (D$) redemptions rocket 90% compared to Q3 2022

Dubai, UAE, 23rd October 2023: UAE-headquartered Global Hotel Alliance (GHA), the world’s largest alliance of independent hotel brands, with 800 hotels across 40 brands in 100 countries, is on track for a record year, with 2023 room revenues, room nights and total domestic and international stays year-to-date (YTD) all consistently higher than its previous best year, 2019.

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Fashion & Trends

MODE DUBAI REVEALS EXCLUSIVE LINEUP OF BRANDS,CELEBRITIES, AND DJ

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MODE DUBAI REVEALS EXCLUSIVE LINEUP OF BRANDS, CELEBRITIES, AND DJ SETS FOR THE MOST ANTICIPATED CONSUMER-FOCUSED FASHION WEEK

Everyone can get the Front Row experience with shoppable catwalks, a showcase of 200 premiere brands, and an exclusive celebrity interview with Farhana Bodi

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Dubai, UAE – October 23, 2023 – Mode Dubai, is thrilled to unveil a diverse array of brands, celebrity appearances, and dynamic DJ performances. The event is set to dazzle attendees from December 1 – 3, with daily hours from 10 am to 7 pm, at the grand Dubai Festival Arena. As the countdown begins, the stage is set for a breathtaking experience that welcomes all style enthusiasts to be a part of the world of fashion and lifestyle.

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Education

Pearson to showcase upskilling and language tools at Dubai HR Summit and Expo

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Pearson to showcase upskilling and language tools at Dubai HR Summit and Expo

Pearson will host a session with UAE’s HR community, business leaders, and corporate partners, empowering the Future Workforce to boost the country’s burgeoning economy

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 October 2023: Pearson, a global frontrunner in language solutions that enable businesses to recruit, develop and retain the best talent, will highlight the importance of corporate upskilling at the upcoming HR Summit & Expo (HRSE), one of the leading human resources events in the Middle East. The two-day event will take place on October 24 & 25 2023 in Dubai World Trade Centre and will bring together professionals with a focus on people including HR professionals, talent acquisition executives, business veterans, managers, and leaders from various industries across the region. As a Learning Sponsor, Pearson will share insights on the benefits of continuous learning for employees and the acquisition of future skills to successfully navigate the dynamic business landscape.

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Education

BITS Pilani Dubai Campus brings fourth edition of Young Entrepreneurs’ Bootcamp (YEB) to the UAE

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Igniting Futures: Young Entrepreneur Bootcamp (YEB) Beckons High School Innovators

BITS Pilani Dubai Campus brings fourth edition of Young Entrepreneurs’ Bootcamp to the UAE

·    Application deadline for the five-day workshop to be held in December is November 15, 2023.

    ·    Candidates to get real-time opportunities to network with industry insiders.

Dubai, UAE — Birla Institute of Technology and Science Pilani, Dubai (BITS Pilani – Dubai), renowned for its commitment to innovation and education, is set to introduce the Young Entrepreneurs’ Bootcamp (YEB) to the UAE. Having previously triumphed across all three BITS Pilani campuses in India, this exceptional initiative is now making its debut in Dubai, specifically tailored to inspire and empower high school students in Grade 9 and beyond.

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