Dr. Lufti is the first Emirati doctor accredited by the American Board of Regenerative Medicine, specifically regarding stem cell treatment, but also an ambassador for the UN in stem cell research. Of course, being involved and excelling in many fields, especially on Instagram, allows her to influence millions of people worldwide by inspiring and educating them.

Dr. Mahra Lufti started her career with a passion for pursuing dermatology and regenerative medicine. Her work is pioneering in the UAE medical landscape because she is the very first Emirati stem cell doctor certified by the American Board of Regenerative Medicine. She specialises in a treatment that has gained a lot of attention lately for conditions as wide-ranging as skin rejuvenation and anti-aging therapies. This is a United Nations ambassador for stem cell research. She has always been a fierce advocate for this frontrunner science, not just in the UAE but at a global level. Her aim is to establish the first stem cell research hospital in the UAE. This vision and superior medical knowledge put her in the prime position regarding dermatological and regenerative medicine advancement in the region.

While her credentials as a doctor make her proud, she extends her presence way beyond the clinic. She has quite an active Instagram life where she shares pictures of how she spends her daily life, health advice, skincare tips, and fashion insights. Her fans are indeed attractively drawn not only to her expertise but also to her style. Therefore, her posts are mostly to reflect elegant appearances in high-end activities. The influence of Dr. Lufti combines a good dose of professionalism with the zeal for fashion-influence, since she always uses social media to close gaps between healthcare and the internet. She teaches them skincare, health, and selfcare on Instagram. She is doing the job of a medical expert and influencer and giving value advice to millions of people out there and thus maintaining and keeping up with the trendy yet subtle image.

In the short term, Dr. Lufti plans to set up a world-class stem cell research hospital in the UAE. This project will make the country a leader in regenerative medicine in the Middle East through the modern treatments of diverse states, including skin diseases and degenerative diseases. Her dream corresponds to the growing role of the UAE in becoming the health innovation leader in the world. Speaking about her vision to create such a hospital will give Dr. Lufti much joy and satisfaction, as, while giving back to her country, she is moving forward with medicine. She is paving the way for the women of the future Emirates to shine in all walks of life.

Her dual career as a top influencer in Dubai and as a leading dermatologist drives home the balance between passion and purpose-the passion for love of science and beauty and the purpose of spreading awareness about the importance of skin care and healthy living, making excellent strides in innovative regenerative medicine.

Her work is truly admirable for one interested in making a difference in several fields. It proves that dedication can achieve anything in science, yet still find a voice in the world of social media. For Dr. Lufti, there awaits a future filled with ground-breaking medical breakthroughs and a constantly increasing influence on platforms where she connects with all walks of life.

Dana Gas is the first and largest private sector gas company in the Middle East. Since incorporation in 2005, the company has transformed the energy industry of the area. The company is listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange, operating in the three countries of the UAE, Egypt, and the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI). It specialises mainly in the exploration, production, and distribution of natural gas. With portfolio of assets and a passion for long-term growth, Dana Gas is playing a major role in the energy transition, maintaining its head of ensuring energy security in the Middle East.

The company also has sizeable interests in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq (KRI) through interest in Pearl Petroleum, the consortium running the exploration and development of the region’s natural gas fields. These operations are crucial in supplying power to northern cities in Iraq, including Erbil and Sulaymaniyah, through electricity and industrial use of gas. The company has signed a 10-year gas sales agreement with the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG), which plays a primary role in firing up power plants in the region. With steady expansion of production capacities in the Khor Mor and Chemchemal fields, Dana Gas is expected to take a lead role in regional energy independence.

Dana Gas has signed a 20-year agreement with the KRG in 2019 to expand its operations. Though the companies had past disputes with the KRG over rights and payments, but they managed to settle many, such that the KRG paid $600 million to Dana Gas as part of an amicable settlement. That fortified the financial stability of Dana Gas but at the cost of a more lucid and harmonious approach to regional energy development. Dana Gas has been part of Egypt since 2007 and has contributed a lot towards the energy yield of Egypt. The company runs a chain of natural gas fields in Nile Delta and produces approximately 37,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day. It ranks as one of the biggest producers in Egypt and is essentially focused on developing and expanding its concession. Major gas discoveries in Egypt have made Dana Gas the country’s most significant player in the energy sector.

Dana Gas has been exploring higher potential blocks that have proven to hold additional reserves. The company recently discovered reserves in the Nile Delta and is currently developing new fields in that regard, placing it in a position to realize opportunities created by Egypt’s increasing demand for natural gas. Dana Gas owns the Zora Gas Field in the UAE. Even though this is a relatively smaller-scale project than its Egypt or Iraq operations, it remains an essential gas supplier to the local economy. The field produces about 1,650 barrels of oil equivalent per day and supports Dana Gas’s overall strategy of using regional assets to chase a secure energy supply.

The company recently issued convertible Islamic bonds called sukuk to fund its growth? That’s Dana Gas’ ability to combine age-old practices in the energy industry with ways that are more contemporary and modernized in finance. The company has been negotiating an allegation of a legal dispute over sukuk worth $700 million, claiming that the original terms have changed and, therefore are not Shariah-compliant any more. An unusual step by the standard set up in the Islamic finance space, Dana Gas is said to eventually reach a settlement with its creditors by issuing new sukuk valued at $530 million.

With its reserves in excess of 1 billion barrels of oil equivalent and with a group average production of over 60,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day. Improving operational efficiency, expansion of production capacities, and maintaining a healthy balance sheet are all on the order of business for this company-and it puts it clearly ahead of the fray in the region’s energy sector.

Famous for fashion and lifestyle, Karen Wazen Bakhazi is one of the social media influencer most popular across global digital platforms. Born in Beirut, Lebanon, Karen now lives in Dubai and the former social media rookie began gaining popularity around 2016 when she created her blog on matters regarding fashion and lifestyle. Her ability to be stylish presenting good looks without struggling for too much display of what’s happening in her personal life made her personable to her readership. The series peeks behind the curtain of life, bringing with her three kids as well, covering fashion, travel, home decor, and family-for Karen’s pen only stays faithful.

Karen soon became a household name, within the Middle East but also worldwide. With impeccable taste, she attracted an ever-growing audience on Instagram, her profile soon boasting millions of followers. Not long after that, she began to land some of the most coveted collaborations with big brands like Dior Beauty, Cartier, and Breitling, among others, through her social media presence and charismatic personality. Fashion influencers motivated Karen to push on with her entrepreneurial dreams. In 2018, Karen Wazen Eyewear was born-the stylish collection of sunglasses perfect emulations of the founder’s fashion sensibility. The eyewear brand seems to quickly take off and gain more prominence and finally become a darling favourite of leading fashion enthusiasts all over the globe. Karen’s personalized designs imbued with her love for fashion and culture, have been quite seen on various celebrities and influencers which hence solidified the brand into becoming a go-to for eyewear fashion.

The glasses collection displays bold, elegant designs that appeal to a wide market-more so from people interested in the classic pieces and those who would want to have more of a modern twist in them. This was actually the most significant change for her career, as she evened out her personal brand with her entrepreneurial vision.

Karen’s influence and business acumen haven’t gone unnoticed. In 2019, Forbes placed her among the Women behind Middle Eastern Brands, establishing her as one of the leading lights in fashion and in digital. The same year, she was awarded the Achieving Women in Digital Influence award within the annual Achieving Women Awards by Entrepreneur Middle East. All these accolades are testimony to all the hard work and dedication she has put into her craft. Karen’s success speaks to the possibility of influencers not only inspiring fashion but building businesses with a real hold on reality. What actually makes Karen different from any other influencer is the authentic way of living her life and work. She follows from motherhood to running a thriving business; her ability to do so and yet always remain authentic makes her an inspiration to women around the world. Indeed, her success story tends to prove that if passion, dedication, and effort go into making a blog thrive as a global brand, it is possible.

Karen Wazen is an inspiration to what can be attained through consistency, innovation, and a personal strong brand. The inspiring transformation of an individual from a fashion blogger into a business-oriented entrepreneur inspires not only aspiring influencers but also women looking to make a mark in the business world.