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PARIS/DUBAI: The International Prime Awards Paris 2025, held at the prestigious Automobile Club De France (ACF), at Paris, France was a momentous occasion celebrating visionary leadership, innovation, and global impact across diverse industries. This grand ceremony was illuminated by the esteemed presence of our Founder, Ms. Sujany Rodrigues, and Co-Founder, Mr. Daniel Salter, whose passion and dedication have been the driving force behind the Awards’ mission to recognize excellence worldwide.
Guest of Honour Mr. Laurent Attar-Bayrou, a distinguished French leader in peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts and Founder of the International NGO grouping together all former peacekeepers and is recognised by the United Nations as the International Peacekeepers Association (AISP-Spia/SPIA), highlighted the event’s dedication to global harmony and social progress. Princess Isabelle Lafforgue, International Princess of Mindanao and Ambassador of Goodwill at Large, joined from Hong Kong, bringing a message of cultural diplomacy and goodwill.
Prominent Algerian political figure Mr. Ferhat Mehenni, President of the Provisional Government of Kabylia in Exile, underscored the Awards’ commitment to resilient leadership and political advocacy. Additionally, Mr. Rene Taieb, President of Jeune & Engage France, was specially honored for his work empowering youth and civic engagement.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed members of the Global Advisory Board for their outstanding guidance and leadership at the International Prime Awards. Their invaluable expertise, commitment, and global vision have been instrumental in inspiring and driving the continued success of the International Prime Awards. We sincerely thank Dr. Rashid Alameri, Founderand Chairman of AAMERAH Group, Dubai; Princess Isabelle Lafforgue, Hong Kong; Dr. Usman Zafar, Executive Chairman of World Business Hub and President of IBU Investments LLC; Dr. Ketan Sheth, Chairman and Managing Director of Pooja Infracon Pvt. Ltd, India; Mr. Barack Barema Bocoum, In Charge of Consular Affairs at the Embassy of Mali in UAE; Dr. Craig R. Cook, Chief Executive Officer of The Brain & Performance Centre, A DP World Company, UAE; Dr. Oluwafemi Omosuyi, Chief Executive Officer ofOBA Global Citizens Limited, Africa; and Mr. Leonard H. Le Blanc III, Author, Businessman, Editor, and Entrepreneur based in Thailand. We deeply appreciate their dedication and leadership which continue to inspire excellence within the Prime Awards community.
Award recipients included:
Mr. Ahmed Mohamed Mostafa Elsayed Zayed, Founder & CEO, Saudi Masai Contracting Company, Saudi Arabia – Most Enterprising Business Leader of the Year
Ms. Abiola Laseinde, CEO, Edniesal Consulting, Nigeria – Excellence in Digital Leadership and Innovation Award-2025
Col Dr. Ajai Manohar Lal, Founder & MD, Forward Consulting, India – Global Laureate in Strategic Leadership and Mentorship
Ms. Anjili Hawoldar, Head of International Business Development, Myints Gourmet, Mauritius – Outstanding Leadership in Business Development and Community Empowerment-2025
Ms. Aysha Suleiman, Director of HR & Development, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone Authority (RAKEZ), UAE – Distinguished Leader in HR and Organizational Development
Dr. Ahmed Fathy Aly, Oil & Gas Department Manager, Combined Group Contracting Company, Kuwait – Global Leader of the Year – Oil & Gas Sector
Dr. Alexandre Horvath, Group Chief Information Security Officer, Cryptix AG, Switzerland – Visionary Leader in Cybersecurity & Data Governance
Dr. Amr Abol Enein, CEO & MD, CI Capital Asset Management, Egypt – Outstanding Leadership in Institutional Asset Management Award
Adventum Group, London, under the leadership of Dr. Rajanya Ravasia – Excellence in Global Wealth & Asset Management
Mr. Barkat Virani, Principal, mSNb Designs, USA – Master Architect Award for Innovation in Multidisciplinary Design
Mr. Bumal Murchoyea, Finance Director–West Europe, DP World Logistic, France – Cross-Border Financial Leadership Excellence Award
Complete Sports, Nigeria, under the leadership of Dr. Solomon Ojeagbase, Executive Director – Outstanding Legacy in Sports Journalism & Publication
Dr. Craig R. Cook, CEO, The Brain & Performance Centre, A DP World Company, Dubai – Human-Centric Healthcare Leadership Award
Mr. Daniel Asiedu, Managing Director, OmniBSIC Bank Ghana Limited, Ghana – Distinguished Leadership in Banking and Financial Management
Farah Social Foundation, Beirut, Lebanon, under the leadership of Feryal El Moghraby, Director – Legacy Award for Longstanding Community Commitment
Fifreedomtoday, UAE, under the leadership of Ms. Hana Hamzeh, Founder & CEO – Distinguished Leading Voice for Financial Literacy in the Arab World
Dr. Harrison Nnaji, CISO, FirstBank, Nigeria – Excellence in Cybersecurity Innovation Leadership Award
Dr. Hisham Omar Kamel Elazhari, Head of Operations, Saudi Research and Media Group, Saudi Arabia – Strategic Operations Leader of the Year – Media & Publication
Mr. Hamad Abdulla Aish, Service Owner – Data Center Management, FAB Bank, Dubai – Visionary IT Sustainability Leader of the Year
H.E. Ambassador Dr. Ibrahim Lawson Fofanah, Global Award-Winning Philanthropist, Global Lawson Charity Foundation, Bronx, New York – Global Visionary Leader and Humanitarian Excellence Award
Mr. Hany Abdelhamid, Regional IT Leader, IBM, UAE – Exemplary Leadership in Digital Enterprise Strategy & Emerging Technologies
Dr. Ignacio Bonasa, Executive President & Founder, Liderarte, Spain – Soulful & Transformative Leadership Through Art & Purpose Award
Dr. Indira Khurana, President & CEO, Laser Cosmetics & Pain Treatment Clinic, Canada – Pioneer in Integrative Medical Physics and Wellness Innovation
Mr. Jean Christophe Rousseau, Founder, Goldemotion, France – Global Pioneer in Gold Leaf Artistry & Luxury Innovation
Mr. Jose Antonio Sanchez Marin, CFO/Independent Non Executive Director, Swismen, AlphaSights, Dialectica, The Nut Club, Spain – Distinguished Leader in Global Finance & Strategic Advisory
Mr. Jun Tachibana, General Manager & Global Oral Healthcare Business Development, Lion Corporation, Japan – Global Visionary Leader in Oral Healthcare Innovation
Ms. Lívia Tymková, Legal Consultant, International Law Department, Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Slovak Republic, France – International Excellence Award in Law and Humanitarian Advocacy Award
Liderarte, Spain, under the leadership of Mr. Ignacio Bonasa – Vanguard Award for Cultural Transformation Excellence
Ms. Mercy Odochi Agho, Senior Buyer, Hillking Limited (Seconded to Total Energies EP Nig. Ltd.), Nigeria – Woman Entrepreneur of the Year – Supply Chain Excellence
Dr. Misonso Mutungu Mardochee, Academic Secretary General & Manager, Higher Technical Institute of Likasi, Kai Peng Mining SARL, Africa – Visionary Leader in Academic Governance and Sustainable Community Empowerment
Dr. Naim Maadad, Chief Executive & Founder, Gates Hospitality, Dubai, UAE – Outstanding Hospitality Visionary Award-2025
Pastor Robert Kayanja, Founder & Senior Pastor, East and Central Africa’s largest Church, Africa – Innovative Mindset & Ideological Transformation Champion Award
Mr. Rashed Aref Alshaikh, Director of Strategy & Corporate Excellence Department, Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, Dubai – Visionary Leader in Government Strategy & Cultural Excellence
Ms. Romchalee Chanprasit, CEO, Agronomics Bio Tech, Thailand – Innovator in Investment & Wealth Planning Award
Ms. Smita Das, Founder / Principal Architect, Speaking Designs, Mumbai, India – Visionary Architect of Transformation Award
Dr. Sameera Suliman Moh, Head of Innovation, Public Works & Services Department, Dubai – Distinguished Woman of Impact in Media and Social Change
Dr. Sherita Randjena Ramlal, Senior Policy Advisor, Ministry of Public Works, Suriname, South America – Public Policy Advisor of the Year – National Governance Excellence
Mrs. Trang Fernandez, International Tax Lawyer, Holistik SA, Switzerland – Distinguished Leader in International Law & Cultural Diplomacy
Dr. Thousif Pasha, Executive Director & Private Advisor, Royal Office, Dubai, UAE – Excellence in Social Impact and Ethical Leadership Award
Dr. Uppiliappan Gopalan, Chennai, India – Global Business Transformation & Turnaround Leader Award-2025
Mr. Mustapha Umar Ibrahim, Founder & CEO, Road Runner Mobility Tech Ltd, Nigeria – Distinguished Entrepreneur in Logistics and Mobility Award – 2025
7-Fifteen Capital Limited, Nigeria – Visionary Luxury Real Estate Developer of the Year
Ms. Enita Anita Omuvwie, Co-Founder, Lumiere Studio, Carrolton, Georgia – Excellence in Data Science for Sustainable Health and Innovation
Mrs. Juliet Chijioke Churuba, Sustainability & ESG Advisor, OBA Global Citizens, Nigeria – Excellence in ESG Leadership & Sustainable Energy Innovation – 2025
Ms. Ifeoma Eleweke, DevOps Engineer, Publix Super Markets, Florida, USA – Cloud Transformation Leader Award
Ms. Tunmise Suliat Oyekola, Technical Team Lead, Mixl, USA – Technical Team Leader of the Year – Africa
The Brain & Performance Centre, A DP World Company, Dubai – Excellence in Cognitive & Physical Performance Optimisation
Ms. Sofia Calvo Niño, Senior Vice President, HBL in Latin America, Peru, South America – NextGen Women Leaders in Art, Sustainability & Inclusion
Expierenciah Group, Morocco – Excellence in Luxury & Experiential Hospitality
A special thank you to Gold of Victim -Gold Emotion for their generous sponsorship of the elegant champagne with 24K gold flakes and non-alcoholic sparkling apple juice, beautifully crafted by Imperial Luxury SAS, adding a touch of luxury to the celebration.
Set against the elegant and historic backdrop of ACF, the ceremony united visionary individuals from around the world to celebrate excellence and inspire meaningful global collaboration. The International Prime Awards Paris 2025 was a distinguished event that strengthened international ties and honored outstanding contributions across sectors and communities worldwide.
