TEDxEmirates Hills

Speakers

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• Anul Mundra

  Founder & CEO - Xpatzhub

  Meet Anul Mundra - Award-Winning Entrepreneur and Founder of Xpatzhub 🌟 She is proud to lead Xpatzhub, the largest business community platform with over 365,000+ members with running multiple businesses in event management, marketing, and PR since January 2020. As an individual, Anul has been recognized as: 🏆 Best Business Influencer 2021 🏆 Best Social Entrepreneur 2022 🏆 Entrepreneur of the Year 2023 🏆 CEO of the year 2024 Alongside 50+ awards in her journey, she has been featured by media giants like Zee TV, Khaleej Times, Sony TV, Gulf News, Star Plus, and leading FM radio stations.

• Dr Prithvipriyadarshini Shivalingaiah

  Gastroenterologist

  Dr Prithvi Priyadarshini is India born and educated renowned Nationally and Internationally - Gastroenterologist and therapeutic endoscopist by profession and has made a mark in India, Sharjah and Dubai and has also been Head of the Department. She has four medical degrees including two prestigious super specialty degrees – DM in Gastroenterology and DNB following MD internal medicine and did not stop at that, she did MBA in Hospital Administration and Postgraduate degree in Medico legal ethics from National Law school, Bangalore. She has upgraded skills with advanced therapees c endoscopies in various places abroad including Europe. First female doctor to receive DM gastroenterology degree from Karnataka Rajiv Gandhi University. She has been awarded with many accolades including : • Prestigious UAE Woman achievers award 2023 for Best Physician, UAE • Dr Tarika Sharma Award for Excellence 2024, Taj Dubai

• Dr. Atul Hegde

  Digital Marketing Visionary | Entrepreneur | Cultural Storyteller

  Dr. Atul Hegde is a pioneering force in digital marketing, a serial entrepreneur, and a thought leader shaping the future of content, brand storytelling, and influencer ecosystems. As the founder and CEO of YAAP Digital, one of the fastest-growing independent digital content and influencer marketing companies, Atul is leading the company towards a landmark IPO with a vision anchored in innovation, AI, and creativity. A veteran of over 2 decades of experience, Atul’s journey spans leadership roles at agencies like Ignitee Digital and Vyas Giannetti Creative, before founding YAAP and co-founding Rainmaker Ventures, a $50M+ early-stage VC firm backing and mentoring startups in digital content, analytics, and branding across India and the Middle East. A forward-thinker, Atul holds a Doctorate in Digital Marketing and Advertising, reflecting his deep academic rigour and pioneering outlook in AI-driven content and data-first storytelling approaches

• Fameeb Mohamed

  Founder - LIND Training/ Communications & Water Tech Pro

  Fameeb Mohamed is a well known Communications Specialist & Emotional Intelligence certified specialist .He is one among the founders of LIND Training. He is a reputed engineering leader in water & wastewater segment in Middle East & North Africa Region with more than 22 years of experience in delivering technical training. He is a Distinguished Toastmaster & winner in DTAC International Speech Language Contest 2025.

• Nezrin Midhlaj

  Entrepreneur + Philanthropist

  Nezrin Midhlaj is a serial entrepreneur with business ventures and collaborations across India, the UK, Saudi Arabia, and Dubai. Her businesses span across marketing, education, business consulting, healthcare, and manufacturing. Known for her ability to blend vision with action, Nazrin has become a recognized voice in future-focused entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and government–industry partnerships. Her large-scale events and platforms reflect her commitment to creating spaces where innovation, opportunity, and people come together Key Focus Areas Entrepreneurship – Building and scaling businesses across diverse industries. Event Management – Creating impactful summits and platforms for industry leaders. Digital Transformation – Driving marketing and tech innovations in businesses. Global Expansion – Navigating cross-border collaborations and market entry. Government Partnerships – Fostering collaborations between entrepreneurs and government institutions.

• Pankaj Gupta

  Executive Director – BNI Deira, Dubai (July 2020 – Present) II Director – SMC Comex International DMCC, Dubai

  At 50 years of age, Pankaj Gupta stands as a remarkable example of how professional expertise, combined with a passion for mentoring and networking, can transform not only one’s own career but also the lives and businesses of countless others. Armed with a degree in Economics and backed by more than 25 years of diverse professional experience, Pankaj has journeyed through different industries with curiosity, persistence, and purpose. Today, he is widely recognized as a mentor of business owners, an advocate of collaborative growth, and the Executive Director of BNI Deira, Dubai. Early Professional Foundation Pankaj began his professional journey with a solid grounding in IT-enabled services, where he spent nearly a decade honing his operational and managerial acumen. This period gave him a deep appreciation of technology, systems, and the importance of structure in scaling organizations.

• Robin Uthappa

  Former International Cricketer

  Robin Uthappa is a former international cricketer for India, a T20 World Cup winner, and IPL champion with over two decades in professional sport. Now based in Dubai, he is the founder of TRUE, a company focused on men’s mental health, high-performance coaching for children, and leadership mentoring. Beyond the field, Robin has become a sought-after voice, sharing insights as a cricket commentator, speaking at corporate events, and engaging audiences on resilience, purpose, and growth. His journey reflects humility, hard work, kindness, and empathy, values that shape his mission to help others unlock their potential and live with intention.

• Rose Hindy

  Social scientist and Leadership strategist

  Rose is an executive strategist, a social scientist and a speaker. She works with a substantial portfolio of multinational local organizations and family businesses across different industries, roles and geographies, Rose has been in the Leadership space since 2013 when she has founded her boutique firm YouChoose Coaching. She has accompanied Leaders, including directors, VPs, C-Suite Executives and chair people in their leadership development, transformation, transition and growth journey.

• Saad Ansari

  Tech Sales

  "Saad Ansari is a technology leader with over 20 years of experience helping enterprises across the Middle East embrace digital transformation. Currently based in Dubai, he manages Cloud & AI sales at Oracle Systems, working closely with some of the region’s most prominent organizations to unlock the power of cloud computing, AI, and data-driven innovation. In this role, he advises C-level executives on how to modernize infrastructure, reduce costs, and build resilient strategies for growth in highly competitive industries. But Saad’s story begins far from the innovation hubs and boardrooms of Dubai. His first job was selling credit cards on the streets of Islamabad — a tough start that taught him the importance of persistence, humility, and gratitude for every opportunity that came his way. Each step, from working at one of Pakistan’s earliest internet companies to moving to Dubai with Microsoft in 2005, became a reminder of how challenges can transform into steppingstones.

• Sajna Samad

  Tech Advocate, Speaker, Author.

  I’m Sajna Samad, a passionate life enthusiast, mother of twin boys, traveler, dancer, and reader who believes in embracing every moment and creating impact. With 18+ years at Cisco, Oracle, and Infosys, I discovered the secret to success—personal development and a Unique Selling Personality (USP). Recognized as a Leading Voice in Tech by Edge Middle East, I’m also a Women in Tech advocate, dedicated to enabling more women leaders in technology. I leverage these credentials to drive initiatives at Oracle Women’s Leadership UAE. I lead programs such as sAIdaty and She Leads Tech that empower women with leadership and AI skills. Beyond corporate impact, I serve on Amity University’s Advisory Board and deliver masterclasses on personal development and branding. My upcoming book, Are You the One?, decodes the habits of successful women leaders.

• Tejas Malode

  Illusionist Mentalist

  Tejas Malode, a prodigious illusionist and mentalist, began captivating audiences at just 15. By 18, he clinched the National Magic Championship, and by 22, he was mesmerizing crowds across Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Peru, and the USA. At 24, Tejas returned to India, leaving a promising career abroad, to win India’s Magic Star, the first magic reality show on Star TV. A call from legendary illusionist Franz Harary led him to perform at India’s premier venue, The Kingdom of Dreams. He has collaborated with top names in entertainment including Hrithik Roshan, Yuvraj Singh, Honey Singh, Kanika Kapoor, Jackie Shroff, and Sonu Nigam. Tejas’s recent acclaim includes designing and training Shah Rukh Khan for his grand award show, IPL, and corporate performances. With a unique blend of illusion and storytelling, Tejas continues to push boundaries, redefine stagecraft, and inspire audiences globally.