Strategy Focused Group

If it's Friday, it’s time for The CEO Series! Our first live guest for 2025 is James Lafferty, the CEO of Fine Hygienic Holding. He is often described as one of the world's most unique and diversified CEOs today. In addition to being a successful CEO, James is also an Olympic coach, an award-winning journalist, a college professor, a world champion athlete, a philanthropist, a husband, a father of...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is Dr. Hanan Al Mheiri, an Emirati award-winning mindset coach and celebrated leader, recognized for her transformative work in relationship building, leadership, and culture change. In this episode, Dr. Hanan will share her journey from corporate to empire-building! For previous episodes, visit  https://www.youtube.com/strategyfocusedgro...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is a senior HR Leader, based out of Dubai – an Indian national, in his 3-decade-long career, he has spent the last 2 decades based in 2 major international locations – Singapore and Dubai. He has extensive experience in both consulting (with Gallup) and in a line role (his last role was Executive Vice President – Head of Global OD at Mash...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest brings nearly 30 years of experience in working with and leading multicultural teams in medical devices and management consulting. Presently, Praneet serves with Teleflex, a global provider of medical technologies, and leads their businesses across all of Asia Pacific, responsible for over 700 colleagues. In this episode, Praneet will sha...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is Donna Wilson. She has spent most of her career working for some of the most iconic Fortune 100 brands creating transformational business strategies and organizational shifts to increase market share. In this episode, Donna Wilson will discuss her career journey with us - from community to corporate leadership. For previous episodes, vi...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, we’re thrilled to have David A. Zucker as our guest, bringing over 30 years of experience in e-commerce, marketing, branding, product development, analytics, and more. Join us as David shares his inspiring journey to becoming a global marketing leader. Catch up on previous episodes of The CEO Series at https://www.youtube.com/strategyfocusedgroup #...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! The CEO Series with Prof. Maurits Van Rooijen This week, our guest is the Chief Executive for Academic Affairs at Global University Systems (GUS). He is also the President of the University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE), Germany, and President of UE Dubai. In this episode, Prof. Rooijen will share his journey to becoming a distinguished professor. For p...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is a leading Dubai-based business coach whose mission is to break down the complexity of life so that you can be at your best! With over 20 years of global leadership experience developing and growing companies and supporting executives Adam created “The 3Ps to Succeed”, “The 7 Steps for Success” and “The Advantage Success Playbooks”. In...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is Dr. Carl Allamby, a professional automotive technician for 25 years who gave up his career to pursue a lifelong dream an emergency Medicine Physician. His story of career change has been featured in many newspapers, and TV news outlets locally and nationally, appearing on CBS Evening News with Steve Hartman, NPR’s Morning Edition with...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is a writer, advocate, and former corporate innovator whose work spans multiple industries and mediums. With over 25 years of experience at renowned companies like Food Network, Martha Stewart, and Getty Images, Lia has consistently pushed boundaries and championed innovation. In this episode, Lia will discuss her journey, from a licensin...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is David Weill, former Director of the Center for Advanced Lung Disease and Lung and Heart-Lung Transplant Program at Stanford University Medical Center. He is currently the Principal of the Weill Consulting Group which focuses on improving the delivery of pulmonary, ICU, and transplant care. In this episode, David will discuss his journe...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is Peter Piccinini (Peach EE KNEE KNEE). Peter has spent 30 years in Corporate Finance, Market Analysis, and as a Financial Advisor working for some of the best-known firms on Wall Street. Prior to his time on Wall Street, Peter worked as a director/producer at the World-Renowned “Circle Repertory Company” in NYC. In this episode, Peter w...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is an accomplished HR leader with over 15 years of experience in the logistics, construction, manufacturing, oil and gas, tourism, and hospitality sectors across local, multinational, and government organizations. She's recognized for pioneering innovative HR practices, championing employee well-being, and earning global HR leadership acc...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is the Chief Executive Officer of Al Fardan Group. Hasan Fardan leads the local and international strategic development of the organization’s extensive portfolio, including Al Fardan Exchange, Al Fardan Jewellery, Al Fardan Real Estate, and Al Fardan Investments. In this episode, Hasan will discuss his career journey and how he is shaping...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This Friday, we are bringing back one of our power-packed episodes of The CEO Series with Ralph Simon, the Chief Executive Officer of Mobilium Global. In this episode, Ralph shared insights on his decades of media, music, and technology journey. Watch and learn! For previous episodes of The CEO Series, visit https://www.youtube.com/strategyfocusedgroup For sp...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is an experienced content and creative executive specializing in modernizing brands through innovative storytelling, brand and content strategy, and building new products and campaigns. In his most recent role as Sr. Director, Head of Content, Creative & HDTV at The Home Depot, he led a team of 30+ creative professionals tasked with w...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is an Executive Director with extensive experience in people management and business leadership. At just 27, she became the HR Director for a French multinational, establishing comprehensive HR processes for over 1000 employees. In this episode, Patricia Correia will discuss her journey as a Learning and Development expert. For previous e...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is an engineer and président-founder of the African Aeronautics & Space Organisation (AASO). He is the winner of the space book prize of the aerospace festival “Des Etoiles et de Ailes” edition 6 – 2015 for his work entitled “The African Space Agency, vector of development.” In this episode, Sekou will talk us through his journey to b...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is Paul Gledhill, often referred to as the Godfather of HR & Learning technologies and the e-Learning Guru of the Middle East. Paul will share his leadership journey and expertise in HR and talent in this episode. Don't miss it! Don't miss it. For previous episodes, visit https://www.youtube.com/strategyfocusedgroup #SFGTheCEOSeries #...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is a Harvard Business School Alum and head of Strategy, Innovation & Ventures at Commercial Bank International based in Dubai. In this episode, Gio will share his journey to becoming a renowned strategy and innovation expert. For previous episodes of The CEO Series, please visit https://www.youtube.com/strategyfocusedgroup #SFGTheCEOS...

If it is Friday it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is a pioneering social impact strategist who believes in improving lives with her diversified creative talent, analytical wit, communicable inspiration, and theatrical charisma. In this episode, Nadine will share her journey to becoming a global leader and author. Don't miss it! For previous episodes, visit  https://www.youtube.com/strateg...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! Our guest for this week is Rehan Sahir, the Executive Vice President of Zuellig Pharma’s ZP Therapeutics business. Rehan brings over 30 years of experience in various industries and leadership roles, including sales and marketing, manufacturing, finance, and medical and human resources. In this episode, Rehan will share his journey to becoming a global pharma...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is an impact entrepreneur dedicated to empowering women, especially in the fast-paced world of technology. With over 15 years of leading professional conferences, corporate events, and communications across the Middle East, Maya has championed initiatives that bridge the gender and digital gap, cultivate diversity within the tech industry...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is Anna Bojdan an experienced People Analytics Manager with 8 years in data analysis and reporting. In this episode, Anna will share her journey to becoming a global people analytic leader. For previous episodes, please visit https://www.youtube.com/strategyfocusedgroup #strategyfocusedgroup #motivation #strategicleadership #leadership #l...

If it is Friday, it is The CEO Series! This week, our guest is a highly committed and passionate leader with 17 years of experience spearheading and optimizing complex Technology/IT Infrastructures and dynamic critical operational environments. In this episode, Khulood Al Awadhi will share some insights into her digital transformation journey. Don't miss this! For previous episodes of The CEO Seri...