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Cláudia Pinto

Philanthropy & Sustainability Advisor | Empowering Women | Impact Investor

Cláudia Pinto is a visionary leader in philanthropy, sustainability, and social impact, dedicated to driving meaningful change through strategic investments and empowerment initiatives. As the Head of Philanthropy and Sustainability Advisor at the Private Office of HH Sheikh Marwan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, she plays a pivotal role in aligning Dubai’s vision to become the world’s most sustainable and happiest city.

She is the founder of Empowering Women Middle East, a platform that bridges philanthropy with social entrepreneurship, supporting startups, female-led businesses, and youth-driven initiatives. Through this work, Cláudia helps businesses scale, gain visibility with governments and investors, and integrate sustainability at their core.

A UN Board Member, Cláudia actively engages in global discussions on social entrepreneurship, women’s empowerment, and sustainable development. She also serves as a Board Advisor for the Global Family Office Investment Summit, where she fosters high-level dialogue on impact investing, strategic philanthropy, and legacy-driven wealth management.

Beyond her advisory roles, Cláudia is an angel investor, backing startups and innovative ventures that align with her vision for a more equitable and sustainable future. She is also a certified NLP coach, leading the ‘Well-being Program for a Holistic Approach to Building the Happiest City’, which focuses on purpose-driven living and life transformation.

As a sought-after speaker, Cláudia has been featured at global forums, including the World of Opportunities Forum, the Invest Web3 Forum, and the Dubai Stem Cell Congress, where she shares her expertise on government strategy, sustainability, and impact investment.

Her work extends beyond the Middle East, as she collaborates with organizations like Women in Philanthropy and Impact in Africa (WIPIA) and Beyond Borders Skating Competition, championing cross-border initiatives that empower youth, women, and underserved communities.

With a deep commitment to creating systemic change, Cláudia Pinto continues to shape the future of philanthropy, sustainability, and social impact, bridging vision with action to build a more inclusive and empowered world.

Ahmed Asim Al Mahmood

Strategy Planning & Excellence Advisor | Mentor, trainer & public speaker

Ahmed Asim Al Mahmood is a prominent Emirati entrepreneur and the third-generation leader of the Ahmed Al Mahmood Group, a family enterprise established in 1963 by his grandfather, the late Ahmed Al Mahmood. Under his stewardship, the group has expanded its diverse portfolio to include sectors such as retail, development, pet care, and logistics across the United Arab Emirates. Ahmed is committed to upholding the legacy of business acumen and ethical principles instilled by the group’s founder, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products and services to their clientele.

In addition to his entrepreneurial endeavors, Ahmed serves as a Strategic Planning Advisor and Government Assessor for the Sharjah Government. In this capacity, he has demonstrated exceptional leadership and vision, contributing significantly to government excellence initiatives.

Ahmed’s multifaceted roles underscore his dedication to fostering innovation, excellence, and sustainable growth within both the private and public sectors of the UAE.

Frazer Brookes

#1 social media coach, speaker and trainer for the network marketing profession

Frazer Brookes is a second generation Network Marketer. After attending his first event in 1987 in the womb of his mother, he went on to see his parents earn 8 figures from the industry. In 2010 he decided to begin his career as a distributor and in 5 years was able to build a business of over 300,000 customers using social media!

After consulting with many companies and coaching leaders in different companies he started getting more and more questions and requests regarding his secrets for success. So he made the decision to go 100% into generic coaching, speaking and consulting to transform the industry of Network Marketing for the better.

Since 2017 Frazer has been able to:

  • Speak on stage in 30 different countries generically
  • Start Success Summit, the biggest generic event in Europe
  • Become one of the first generic trainers to speak on the GoPro stage, three times
  • Host to chart-topping Network Marketing Ninja podcast
  • Helped hundreds of thousands of Networkers around the world to start, promote and grow their businesses online.
  • Wrote the best-selling books “I Dare You” & “I Double Dare You”

lAILA HANKIR

Finance coach
Founder of Her Wealth Academy

Laila Hankir is a financial empowerment coach and the founder of Her Wealth Academy, a platform dedicated to helping women gain financial skills, improve their money management, and achieve lasting financial stability. Laila has worked with over 300 women across the Arab region, guiding them to organize their finances and create sustainable financial freedom.

Thanks to her impactful presence on social media, Laila has been featured on multiple TV channels and media platforms, where she shares her valuable expertise and insights on financial empowerment. Whether you are at the start of your career, managing a household budget, or working toward your entrepreneurial ambitions, Laila is committed to helping women boost their financial literacy, improve money management, and achieve their goals with confidence.

Illimar Mattus

Founder of The Trading Pit Co-Founder of Tickmill

Illimar Mattus has worked in the investment banking and brokerage industry for more than 20 years. Illimar is the Founder of a proprietary trading firm, The Trading Pit which provides trading capital and market access to talented traders globally. He is also a co-Founder of a global brokerage firm Tickmill which serves algorithmic traders in more than 150 countries who trade all major asset classes including FX, stocks, digital assets, futures and options. Through his family office Pinorena Capital, Illimar is an active private equity investor focusing on technology-heavy financial industry companies like brokers, asset managers, banks and insurance companies.
 
Illimar started his professional career working for SEAF, a US-based venture capital fund management company where he oversaw investments into various biotechnology, internet, media and manufacturing companies.  Illimar is also an active participant in the financial markets and has been trading since 1997 originally using his student loan to fund his first stock trading account. He specializes in trading futures and futures options primarily on the US futures exchanges.
 
Illimar is well-known in the international brokerage and asset management industry. He serves as a board member on various investment and asset management firms regulated, among others, by the FCA in the United Kingdom, CySEC in Cyprus, FSA in Malaysia, and others.

Timur Kudratov

Serial Entrepreneur, Investor and Visionary

Timur Kudratov is a dynamic serial entrepreneur and investor, leading a diverse portfolio of
ventures including Enlightened Minds, World Key Concierge, Limitless Valley, Letsrock , and the
exclusive Limitless by EM club. With a career spanning two decades, Timur has transformed
challenges into opportunities, growing businesses from the ground up and empowering others to
do the same. His journey from lifeguard to successful entrepre neur embodies resilience and the
relentless pursuit of growth.
As the Co Founder of Enlightened Minds Investments, Timur fosters an ecosystem that supports
founders, teams, and investors by providing resources, strategic expertise, and management
solution s to scale their companies rapidly. His work transcends industries, reflecting a
commitment to innovation, empowerment, and meaningful impact.

Hassan Mahmoud

Founder & CEO of Eaconomy

Hassan Mahmoud is a prominent entrepreneur and educator in the field of currency trading. He founded Eaconomy, a company that offers financial education and affiliate opportunities. Through Eaconomy, Hassan has introduced over 100,000 individuals to leveraged income using AI tools and technology.

 

Ahmad SABRA

Founder of Le Sabrarchitecture / Chairman of the Sustainable Cities Committee of the Arab League Partners Alliance / Head of RTS Investments Group projects / General Manager of DAR / Board member of Lebanese Business Council Dubai.

Ahmad Sabra is from Beirut – Lebanon, an Architect & Civil Engineer. He has master’s in Urban Planning (MUP), graduated from the School of Architecture of the American University of Beirut in 2001; has a degree of Architecture (FAAD) and a degree of Civil Engineering too from Notre Dame University in 1999.

Ahmad Sabra has been working in RTS Projects since more than 20 years. He has designed and built a number of private buildings and has managed the RTSIG development and construction projects and group properties worldwide.

As both an Engineer and Architect, his work takes materials like concrete, glass, and steel beyond normal bounds and under sustainabal architectural design.
He has many years of work experience in the Gulf construction and development field, with excellent communication skills, highly motivated, ambitious, reliable, trustworthy and ethical.

Dipak Bhadra

Alignment Mastery Coach, Author

Dipak Bhadra is an Alignment Mastery Coach and #1 Bestselling Author who empowers entrepreneurs and senior professionals to achieve exponential growth and financial abundance.

As the Founder of Abundant Living, Dipak blends professional expertise with powerful personal development principles to create proven strategies for success and financial freedom.

His Amazon #1 bestseller, Grow Your Money Tree, provides practical insights on building lasting wealth through mindset shifts and strategic action.

A certified consultant and mentee of the legendary Bob Proctor, Dipak specializes in aligning mental, emotional, physical, and financial well-being, helping individuals break free from limiting beliefs and design a life of purpose, success, and abundance.

Ira Poladko

Visionary entrepreneur, motivational speaker, coach and founder of Mira Vision Board Kit & Freedom Zone: Limiting Beliefs

Ira Poladko is a visionary entrepreneur, motivational speaker, coach and founder of Mira Vision Board Kit, known for her groundbreaking work in the field of manifesting dreams and goals.

With a wide-ranging portfolio of training programs, she is sought after by diverse audiences, and her passion lies in guiding individuals towards their own unique passions and personal fulfillment. Through her exceptional expertise and unwavering dedication, Ira continues to empower individuals and organizations to dream big and achieve extraordinary success.

ABDALLAH HARFOUCH

Economist & Certified Financial Consultant Founder of EcoLearn & Alpha Universe Group FZC Founder of AH Financial Consultancy

Abdallah Harfouch is a visionary economist,
certified financial consultant, and
international speaker who is redefining
financial education as a tool for
empowerment, sustainability, and
economic transformation. As the Founder
of EcoLearn & Alpha Universe Group FZC, he
has built a global platform that equips
individuals, businesses, and communities
with the knowledge to achieve financial
independence and long-term prosperity.
Abdallah’s work is deeply aligned with the
vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed
Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, particularly in
advancing the UAE’s commitment to
women’s empowerment, sustainability, and
economic diversification. By merging
financial literacy with entrepreneurship and
and investment strategies, he ensures that individuals—especially women—have the
tools to thrive in an evolving economy and actively contribute to the UAE’s
transformation into the most sustainable city in the world (2025–2030).
By fostering strategic partnerships, innovative educational programs, and global
investment platforms, Abdallah is not just educating—he is building a movement that
empowers individuals to turn knowledge into action and ambition into impact. His work
with Lama El Kouba, alongside leading voices in sustainability and finance, reinforces his
mission to create an inclusive, financially empowered, and future-ready society.
Abdallah Harfouch is more than a financial educator—he is a catalyst for change,
merging financial intelligence with leadership, sustainability, and the visionary goals of
the UAE. Through his initiatives, he is paving the way for a world where financial
empowerment fuels sustainable growth and where women stand as equals in shaping
the future of global economies.

Lama el kouba

Financial Markets Analyst and Trader
Leader at Alpha Universe Project
Co- Founder of EcoLearn & Alpha Universe Group FZC Founder Alpha Women

Lama El Kouba is a dynamic entrepreneur,
financial educator, and international speaker,
dedicated to empowering women through
financial independence and sustainable
success. As the Co-Founder of EcoLearn &
Alpha Universe Group FZC and the founder of
Alpha Women, she has become a leading voice
in financial literacy, investment strategies,
and women’s leadership.
Holding an MBA in Banking Operations and
Management, Lama began her career in the
corporate world, where she gained deep
expertise in finance, business strategy, and
operations. However, her passion for
education, entrepreneurship, and women’s
empowerment led her to take a bold step—
shifting her focus toward financial education
and impact-driven business initiatives.
Lama is also actively integrated into the UAE’s strategic government program for
building the world’s most sustainable city (2025–2030). 
Through Alpha Women, Lama is on a mission to equip women with the knowledge,
confidence, and skills needed to take control of their financial futures, build thriving
businesses, and break barriers in traditionally male-dominated industries. As a
sought-after international speaker, she shares practical insights on financial
management, investment strategies, and business leadership, inspiring thousands
worldwide to embrace economic empowerment.

Eliane Ghanem

Financial Markets Analyst and Trader
Network Marketer
Co- Founder Alpha Women

Amidst the turbulent waves of the Financial Crisis that swept Lebanon, Eliane Ghanem found herself at a crossroads and her path led her to the world of Forex Trading, a decision that would forever alter her life and career.
Eliane realized that the role of an employee was no longer aligned with her aspirations. Determined to break free from the traditional constraints of employment, she set out on a mission to craft her own path towards financial freedom.
In September 2021, she took her first step as a social entrepreneur and launched an international online business with a vision to create a global network of financially educated women, all driven by the singular purpose of attaining financial independence.
After 18 years of experience in the Big 4 banks, Eliane resigned from her position as the Head of Policies & Procedures and a project manager to fully pursue her passion for Forex Trading and Social Entrepreneurship and co-founded Alpha Women under the Ecolearn Nexus Community.
Eliane’s purpose is to empower women across the globe to harness the power of money.
She achieves this by spreading her knowledge of building abundant international online businesses through financial markets and online marketing.
Her call to women is about freedom of choice that money offers: flexibility of time and location, along with the opportunity to strengthen connections with oneself and loved ones. Above all, it’s about creating the lifestyle they’ve always dreamt of.

Mike marta

Financial Markets Analyst and Trader
Leader at Alpha Universe Project

Mike Marta is a Financial Markets Analyst and Trader, as well as a Leader at Alpha Universe Project. With a deep passion for market dynamics and strategy optimization, Mike is dedicated to helping traders refine their approach, secure funding, and build sustainable passive income streams.

His mission is to empower traders to trade with confidence and emotional freedom, enabling them to navigate the markets effectively and achieve long-term success. Through his leadership at Alpha Universe Project, Mike continues to guide aspiring and experienced traders toward financial independence.

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