The Crowne Plaza Dubai hosted the UAE's Next MasterMind Awards & Conference 2025, a significant regional platform that brought together leaders from healthcare, aesthetics, wellness, and digital transformation sectors to celebrate innovation and excellence. Founded in 2013, the MasterMind initiative has consistently spotlighted industry changemakers, with this year's edition emphasizing a deeper purpose by aligning with Movember to highlight men's health and holistic wellbeing, reflecting the organization's commitment to meaningful recognition and social awareness.
Under the leadership of Founder Dr. Mansoor Al Obeidli and Co-Founder Dr. Navana Kundu, the event honored individuals whose achievements are shaping regional and global progress. Distinguished guests included Mr. Fakhar Siddiqui, CEO; Dr. Hussain Binsumida, Director of Investment from the Office of Sheikh Ahmed Obaid Al Maktoum; Mr. Nesbert Milton, Charge d'Affaires at the Mozambique Consulate in Dubai; Mr. Henry Zvakaramba, Minister Counsellor at the Zimbabwe Consulate in Dubai; Sama Al Ain; and Dr. Rikhsibay Tursunov, underscoring the event's international significance.
The conference opened with keynote sessions that established its intellectual foundation, featuring speakers such as Andreas Feil, Dr. Rashad Haddad, Daniela Deflorio, Prof. Philippe Gerwill, Dr. Olga Vasylenko, Dr. Syed Khalil Ahmed, Diana Smirnova, and Nosheen Khan. They provided insights into healthcare advancements and the evolving relationship between technology and human wellness, setting the stage for discussions on digital transformation's role in enhancing quality of life.
A highlight of the evening was the presentation of Lifetime Achievement Awards to Dr. Rashad Haddad, Dr. Nidal Abou Zaki, Raffi Torikian, and Prof. Philippe Gerwill, recognizing their long-term contributions to their respective fields. The event also celebrated numerous other leaders and high-impact achievers, including Dr. Bohaira Elgeyoushi, Dr. Hoda Makkawi, Dr. Walid Sayed, Sandeep Sinha, Dr. Maryam Obaid Ibrahim, and many others, whose work drives meaningful progress in industries critical to societal wellbeing.
A significant announcement was the official launch of the podcast MasterMind Unfiltered with Dr. Mansoor Al Obeidli, marking a new chapter in thought leadership and transformative dialogue across the region. This initiative aims to foster ongoing conversations about innovation and excellence, accessible through platforms like aiwaglobal.com. Media partners, including DXB News Network (DNN), Middle East Bulletin, GCCNews24, and Newsible Asia, amplified the celebration, ensuring regional coverage and engagement.
The ceremony, emceed by Celebrity Emcee Elsa Antoun, concluded with the announcement of upcoming UAE's Next MasterMind events: the Business & Corporate edition on 27 June 2026 and the Healthcare Aesthetics Wellness edition on 21 November 2026. These future gatherings promise to continue the momentum of recognizing pioneers and fostering collaboration, with details available at aiwaglobal.com. The event's focus on men's health and holistic wellbeing, coupled with its recognition of digital transformation leaders, highlights its relevance in addressing contemporary global challenges and driving sustainable progress in key industries.
