Stories-of-success

STORIES-OF-SUCCESS

STORIES-OF-SUCCESS

How a Ukrainian expat reinvented herself in the UAE

Her journey reflects how uncertainty, community, creativity can reshape a life in Dubai

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Viktoriia Rieva, founder of Saltborn Creative

From Beirut butchery to Dubai's comfort food empire

How a humble Lebanese butchery became Dubai’s go-to comfort food destination

The forces behind the iconic food empire: Abed Safadi (left), Fadi Safadi (centre) and Fadl Safadi.

How a Filipina breadwinner found success in the UAE

She hopes her journey inspires other expats to believe their dreams are possible too

Dubai-based Filipino entrepreneur Chrissie Asuncion

Why putting people first led to Indian expat's success

For him, success comes down to resilience, patience, how you treat people along the way

Preet Vasudev, co-founder of Varak

How this Filipino expat turns struggles to service

Every challenge in the UAE has shaped the person and leader she is today

Girley Pineda, manager at Spice Grill

How one Jordanian-Palestinian builds healthy UAE groups

His communities inspire thousands, proving sport can bring people together

Fuad Naser, founder of 5:30 Sports

How the UAE shaped success for these three brothers

Their father’s stories inspired a dream, the UAE gave them the chance to build it

From left to right: Raul De Guzman, Karl De Guzman, and Nicolai De Guzman

How this Pakistani expat shapes next generation in UAE

Her journey shows how one educator can make a lasting difference beyond the classroom

Aisha Nasim, principal of His Highness Shaikh Rashid Al Maktoum Pakistani School in Dubai

Why this Filipino expat commits to giving back in UAE

His greatest achievement is not his career growth but helping others succeed

Francis Diesto Danganan, founder of Philippine Chefs Association UAE

From radio star to entrepreneur in Dubai

From beloved Dubai radio voice to building kids’ confidence on stage

Malavika Varadan on why she chose to switch lanes from RJ to theatre in Dubai

How this family started over in UAE after losing father

This family turned grief to grit, rebuilt their lives through sacrifice, unbreakable bond

Clockwise from left: Ramona Mariano Sotto, Cris Sotto, Aiza Mariano, and Jovito Mariano

How this Filipino expat rebuilt life in UAE with Dh50

A reminder of how quickly life changes, how resilience emerges from the hardest moments

Bernie De Guzman, founder and head chef of Lutong Bahay

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