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Rizwan Shaikh, the Chief Technology Officer of White Shark, is renowned as one of Asia’s top cyber security experts and one of India’s best ethical hackers. His deep knowledge and expertise in the field have been instrumental in the development of White Shark’s robust security measures.

Being a Cyber Security Researcher and Ethical Hacking Expert, Rizwan has revealed numerous critical vulnerabilities, bugs and loop holes on websites and networks of major corporates, institutions and goverment portals. He has also resolved many Cyber Crime cases and is also a security advisor for various reputed organizations, banks and e-commerce companies, helping them in designing safe cyber architecture for their web servers and networks. His major accomplishments include identifying the websites which were involved in Fraudulent Activities like 419 Scam, Spamming etc. He recently initiated and set up a feedback loop with different Anti-malware organizations to proactively share & report details about the abusive Domain names and different Malwares. All his efforts are lauded by members of various underground hacking groups, security researchers and communities worldwide. His fanaticism for Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security made him expert in the security domain.

She is an accomplished and driven professional, currently working as the Business Development Manager at Start Any Business. With a remarkable ability to exceed monthly sales targets and exceptional leadership skills, she is a catalyst for the company’s success.

In her role as a Business Development Manager, She has consistently surpassed sales goals, showcasing her exceptional sales acumen and strategic approach. Her ability to identify new business opportunities, forge meaningful partnerships, and effectively communicate the value proposition of Start Any Business has been instrumental in achieving remarkable revenue growth.

Beyond her achievements within Start Any Business, she also made her mark as a speaker at notable events like Crypto 306. Her expertise in the field of cryptocurrency business setup in the UAE has positioned her as a sought-after industry expert. Her presentations at these events have been highly regarded, as she shares her knowledge, insights, and practical guidance on navigating the intricacies of establishing a successful crypto business in the UAE.

Her expertise, combined with her dedication to fostering partnerships and driving innovation, makes her an influential force in the industry.

Piyush Gupta is the visionary founder of Polytrade, a DeFi startup that’s revolutionizing TradeFi by bringing it on-chain.

An aerospace engineer from IIT, Piyush has had a distinguished 17+ year financial career, working with prominent names like Societe Generale, Kitara Capital and Amicorp

Since founding Polytrade in 2021, he has funded and tokenized over $2.4M worth of invoices for SMEs.

Noel Connolly is the CEO of NOW Money, a Dubai-based fintech for good firm. With over 25 years of experience in business and technology, Connolly possesses extensive and proven skills in driving scalability. He brings with him a wealth of contacts in banking, government, and fintech from both the UAE and international markets.

Prior to joining NOW Money, Connolly served as the SVP & Global Head of Sales and Partnerships at Cellpoint Digital, an emerging payments orchestration provider. He has also held commercial roles with Sabre Corp and Emirates Group. Connolly’s vision is to propel NOW Money to new heights as a global fintech social enterprise

Am passionate about making a difference in people’s lives therefore with the blessing of over a double decade of professional experience well rounded across financial services industry I have founded FINMAAL to pursue my passion for serving the world.

So at FINMAAL, I am leading a mission to simplify financial ecosystem so that people’s lives become easier and they could focus on their core priorities in their routine-life. I believe the fulfilment of financial matters should not unnecessarily burden people (on energies, time and money fronts).

In order to pursue my vision, We have categorized our mission into 4 different yet high-value propositions that move across different business models from B2C to B2B and then to B2B2C.

If our mission makes you curious for any reason, feel free to get in touch with us We’ll be happy to share further details.

My motivation comes through achieving exceptional rather expected results by taking businesses to the next level, achieving profitable sustainable growth, delightful customer experience and seamless processing of transactions through digital transformation.

Little interesting about me;
1) My life pattern reflects that I am a risk-taker and that’s why I enjoy performing high-stake roles that undertake responsibilities with accountability at an enterprise level.

2) After graduating from Cass Business School, I have continuously expanded my knowledge horizon by taking a course every year.

Further, I run, read, write and speak.

Johannes Dr. Pfaffenhuemer is a visionary entrepreneur dedicated to the sustainable sector of water. With a philosophy that echoes “If you can dream it, you can do it!” he leads Water of Life, an innovative company based in Kirchdorf am Inn, Upper Austria. Johannes holds a strong connection with Johannes Kepler Universität Linz and is associated with Bauträger “Garten Serafin”. His profile boasts a significant following of 9,036 and over 500 connections, highlighting his influence in the industry. At Water of Life, Johannes focuses on various aspects of the water industry, including production, distribution, marketing, and sales. With a team rich in scientific expertise, the company pioneers the purchase and distribution of quality drinking water globally. They specialize in connecting with health-conscious businesses and consumers through strategic planning and expert consultation. Johannes’s business model comprises four fundamental pillars that drive the company’s success: sourcing quality drinking water, efficient distribution, scalability through various channels, and specialized consulting services. Water of Life excels in promoting corporate social responsibility through impactful projects supporting Sustainable Development Goal Number 6 of the United Nations – providing access to clean water and sanitation. Committed to giving back to society, Water of Life reinvests profits in projects that align with SDG6 goals, collaborating with NGOs and other organizations. Their focus on education and empowerment through impact investment networks underscores their dedication to environmental and social causes. Johannes’s passion for delivering premium drinking water, nutritional supplements, and management coaching reflects his commitment to improving lives and promoting well-being. With a strong emphasis on sustainability and social impact, he envisions a future where clean water and health are accessible to all. Johannes Dr. Pfaffenhuemer’s leadership at Water of Life exemplifies a blend of innovation, expertise, and social responsibility in the pursuit of a better world.

Dr. Anuraag Guglaani sits on the board of some of the largest Family business Groups in Middle East, Africa & Asia region and is a renowned Family Business Doctor, known for his unique hands-on expertise in transforming large business groups into process-driven entities while creating effective governance and succession structure to enhance Profitability, Growth , Sustainability and risk mitigation.

Dr. Guglaani is also the Managing Partner & CEO of Wazir Advisors, a 15-year-old, Premier Strategic advisory and implementation firm comprising 200 team members operating from 14 offices spread across the Middle East, South Asia & Africa, serving 1000+ clients representing top brands and family businesses.

Dr Guglaani is the Proud recipient of most coveted medals of honor: “ The President’s Lifetime Achievement Award”, “The President’s Volunteer Service Award” from US President’s White House Office, Global Humanitarian award ,Top 100 change Maker, Global Icon and International Excellence awards.

Dr. Guglaani has active network in about 20+ countries, working extensively in the sectors of Distribution, FMCG, Consumer Products, Manufacturing, Textiles, Garments, Real Estate, Hotels, Hypermarkets, Malls, Electronics,Appliances, Air Conditioning, Retail, Automotive.

Transforming people, coaching management teams, and mentoring C-level/board members, thereby extracting exceptional performance is his passion.

Abdul Kareem is a blockchain and cryptocurrency enthusiast with a background in finance, technology, and telecom. He has a Computer Science and Business Administration degree from the University of Geneva, has completed a course on blockchain from MIT Sloan, and has passed the CFA Level 1.

With over nine years of experience in various leadership roles, Abdul Kareem has a proven track record of success in driving business growth, implementing efficient processes and policies, and building high-performing teams. He has a strong background in product management, having led the development and launch of multiple successful products. In his current role at InvestGlass, Abdul Kareem is responsible to assist in the product vision and strategy, designing the product roadmap, and managing projects.

In addition to his experience in product management, Abdul Kareem has also held senior leadership roles in strategy and operations, where he has implemented strategic objectives, restructured organizations, and led merger and acquisition efforts. His expertise in finance and technology, combined with his strong leadership skills, make him well-suited to continue driving success in the Web3 space.

My experience of building and developing businesses in Asia Pacific, Europe and Middle East, gave me the skills
for connecting the dots between people and opportunities, across cultures and geographies.
After living for 10 years in Asia, I have decided in 2015 with partners in several countries to use the knowledge
and interaction between the regions to promote global investments.
With REALIZ we enable individuals and professionals to access smart investments, and bring liquidity to the world.
We believe investments should be open to all, and asset owners should be able to free their equity in order to
further contribute to global development.
Having a legal and marketing background helps me to keep my eyes open to new business direction being
innovative but also gives me the rigor needed to have long term goals and achievements.

Danny Makin is an accomplished professional with over 9 years of executive experience driving Total Processing expansion in the UAE and MEA region since 2021. With deep market knowledge, exceptional leadership, and an innovative mindset, he positions the company for significant growth. Danny embraces digital advancements and pioneers cutting-edge payment strategies that align with the region's digitization efforts, fuelling progress towards an efficient and secure payment landscape.