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Gamechangers – Michael Purugganan Scientist Internationally-renowned scientist Dr. Michael Purugganan has contributed to the global pool of knowledge, especially in the area of plant molecular evolution and genomics. His work has also become a valuable resource for the UAE to help in the improvement and preservation of one of the region’s most important plant species …
Gamechanger – Robert Bagatsing Social Entrepreneur Robert Bagatsing has always had it in his moral code to support humanitarian advocacies that benefit the underprivileged. Believing that education is a powerful tool to prevent poverty, he and his wife have built a platform that not only benefits the community of engineers across the world but also …
Gamechanger – Chef Earl Roland Puse Born in Paris to Bulakenyo parents and raised in London, Chef Earl Roland Puse comes from a background steeped in multicultural culinary influences. He has honed his skills at a variety of world-class restaurant brands, including the Conran (now Plateau Restaurant – Canary Wharf), La Petite Maison in London …
Mayet Malang Evans Entrepreneur With her serial entrepreneurial skills coupled with grit and determination to expand her ventures, Mayet Malang Evans is happy to see that her dream of uplifting other people’s lives through alternative education is growing steadily. As the CEO of Filbrit Training Centre, a provider of educational opportunities at a reasonable cost …
Victoria Mikkelsen Entrepreneur Business veteran Victoria Mikkelsen co-owns with her husband Mogens Mikkelsen, two of the oldest schools in Abu Dhabi – ABC School and the ABC Nursery, as well as an international freight business, ‘Victors Freight International Corp,’ that does operations between the region and the Philippines (and soon, opening a branch in Europe. …
Marlon Malinao Journalist and Community Volunteer Marlon Malinao is committed to two very distinct disciplines that exemplify the infinite talent and creativity of Filipinos. The Senior Editor of Kuwait’s leading English daily, he devotes his free time perfecting his skills in the field of make-up, while also utilizing his gifts to support those in need. …
Thoughtleader – Jan Barlow Community Champion – Business The former Chairman of the Philippine Business Council in Abu Dhabi and a very dynamic member of the Executive Committee for years, Jan Barlow has shared her skills, leadership and has worked and spearheaded many projects that proved beneficial to the local community. A tireless community volunteer …
Tastemakers – WYWY Alternative Indie Musicians Established by multi-talented musician couple X and Mckie Alvarez, WYWY has been spreading their signature dream-pop/ethereal wave brand of music across the region, performing their unique psychedelic sound in various indie events. In 2019 alone, the band has performed at the Quoz Arts Fest; JBR Street Beats Music Festival; …
Trailblazer – Gelo Santos Travel Blogger & Author Dr. Gelo Santos aims to inspire everyone to travel, regardless of distance and destination. This year marks the 51st country in his travels, and after publishing two travel books, Doc Gelo (as he is fondly called) has been hard at work, making his third book come to …
Trailblazer – Donell Gumiran Photographer Modest and soft-spoken, Donell Gumiran is not only one of the most well-respected photographers in Dubai, but his feats are also internationally renowned. In 2019 alone, he amassed several awards across the globe, including Photographer of the Year at the Spider Awards Black & White (United States), gold at …
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