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How did you get started in entrepreneurship? What inspired you to take the leap from corporate life into entrepreneurship? I spent years in corporate observing how slow and expensive innovation can be, but my transition was really driven by a passion to lead on my own terms. I realized that to solve real problems for […]
For readers new to Heroiks, how would you describe the company in one sentence, and what commercial problem are you solving for brands in 2026? Heroiks was founded in 2005, and today it is one of the leading independent growth strategy and media activation consultancies, operating across Europe and internationally. We support brands end to […]
Mapping the evolution of art in the UAE over five decades Dubai, UAE, 25 December 2025: Her Excellency Hala Badri, Director General of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), and Sultan Sooud Al-Qassemi, Founder of the Barjeel Art Foundation, visited the major retrospective exhibition ‘Observers of Change’ today at Etihad Museum. Organised by Dubai Culture in collaboration with the Barjeel Art Foundation, the collection features around 60 artworks charting five decades of artistic practice in the UAE. The visit reflects a shared commitment to safeguarding local art and expanding its international visibility. During the tour, B
Abu Dhabi, December 25, 2025: The Ministry of Culture announced the selection of 41 recipients for the fourth cycle of the National Grant Program for Culture and Creativity, underscoring its ongoing efforts to support creatives and strengthen the cultural movement across the country. This announcement reflects the Ministry’s commitment to fostering an enabling environment for creativity and advancing national projects that contribute to the growth of the creative economy. This edition witnessed a notable increase in submissions, recording a 77.6% increase compared to previous cycles. This growth reflects the growing interest in the program
An initiative that brings together diverse voices, unites communities, and showcases art’s power to create change Dubai, 21 November 2025: National Bank of Fujairah (NBF) announces the open call for NBF ART 2025-26, inviting both emerging and established artists from across the UAE to participate in the fifth edition of its art initiative. Over the years, NBF ART has grown into a recognised platform that supports creative expression and meaningful artistic engagement across the nation, forming an integral part of the bank’s broader sustainability agenda and its commitment to contributing positively to society. The 2025-26 theme, We Belo