(C) Suite Talks

Dr. Natasha Ridge believes leadership is most meaningful when it is grounded in evidence, empathy, and service. In this episode of (C) Suite Talks , the Executive Director of the Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi Foundation for Policy Research reflects on building an institution that connects research, education, arts, culture, and community in Ras Al Khaimah.  In just over 15 minutes, she shares how...

Stefano Iorini turned a bottle of water into a brand with a heart. In this episode of (C) Suite Talks , the founder and managing director of Monviso reflects on building a premium mineral water brand around a simple promise: hydrate, give back, and recycle. In just over 15 minutes, he shares how listening, resilience, and humility shaped his path from a 26-year corporate career to entrepreneurship...

Dr. Rachel Shaw believes animal welfare starts with community. In this episode of (C) Suite Talks , the CEO of Animal Welfare Abu Dhabi reflects on nearly 20 years of veterinary work in the UAE and the responsibility of building systems that protect animals while empowering people to be part of the solution.  In just over 15 minutes, she shares how compassion, patience, and clear decision-making g...

Sameh Muhtadi sees property development as custodianship. In this episode of (C) Suite Talks , the CEO of RAK Properties explains how designing with nature in mind can bring communities closer together while respecting Ras Al Khaimah’s ecological character.   In just over 15 minutes, he offers insight into how travel feeds creativity, why grit and persistence matter in leadership, and how putting...

Anna Batchelder designs learning environments for long-term growth. In this episode of (C) Suite Talks , the CEO and co-founder of Bon Education unpacks why learning works best when it’s intentionally designed—structured enough to guide people, yet flexible enough to let them flourish.   In just over 15 minutes, she reflects on designing programs that connect learning to real-world challenges, why...

Esmaeel Alblooshi puts people at the center of how cities move. In this episode of (C) Suite Talks , the Director General of the Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority breaks down how success begins with choosing the right team, rewarding talent, and leading with clarity and purpose. In just over 15 minutes, he explores innovation in the public sector, from smart mobility initiatives to advanced air m...

Natasha Sideris prioritizes longevity over virality. In this episode of (C) Suite Talks, the founder and CEO of Tashas Group reflects on building restaurants rooted in meaning: places designed for connection, consistency, and care, offering good food for any mood.  In just over 15 minutes, she shares why repetition creates excellence, how culture beats strategy in hospitality, and what it takes to...

Abdallah Massaad leads by paying attention to people, details, and possibility. In this episode of (C) Suite Talks, the RAK Ceramics Group CEO shares how a company rooted in Ras Al Khaimah became a global lifestyle brand, shaping homes from the Gulf to Europe and Asia.  In just 15 minutes, he reveals how listening drives transformation, how design details become global bestsellers, and how a homeg...

Sandra Louw believes leadership begins with knowing yourself. In this third episode of (C) Suite Talks , the CEO of RAK International Corporate Centre (RAK ICC) reflects on a career that’s taken her from South Africa to Singapore, Switzerland, and now Ras Al Khaimah, revealing what it takes to lead across cultures and continents. In just 15 minutes, she shares how adaptability, courage, and self-a...

Raheel Ahmed argues that better questions build better businesses. In this second episode of (C)Suite Talks, the RAKBANK Group CEO frames leadership as a quest for knowledge, emphasizing the humility of learning and the value of curiosity.     In just 15 minutes, he reveals the habits and experiences that took him from China and Zimbabwe through London to Ras Al Khaimah, serving customers from all...

Guy Laliberté didn’t go to business school, he went to the school of life. In this premiere episode of (C) Suite Talks , the visionary co-founder of Cirque du Soleil and CEO of Lune Rouge shares how he turned street performance into a global phenomenon, built an empire rooted in wonder, and even traveled to space.  In just 15 minutes, he reveals the mindset, risks, and philosophies that shaped his...