Leaders announces winners of MEBA Awards

The Awards - which uniquely celebrate Middle East industry leaders through the appreciation of innovative business practices, business excellence and overall business success - were presented during an elaborate Gala Dinner held at the InterContinental Hotel in Festival City, Dubai, in association with Gulf Business.

"Leaders Presents applauds the winners of the MEBA Awards and all who were nominated. The Award-winners and nominees represent the very best of the Middle East's business talents and are a culmination of four months of searching for the brightest stars in our community. In the current global uncertainty, it is very heartening to have real cause to celebrate tonight,"

said Alan Kelly, Divisional Director, Leaders Presents.

"There is nothing that drives success like success," said Judge Jennifer Harwood. "Just as pleasing as the quality of new business ideas that were presented was the evidence that company's directors and managers in the Middle East are putting an even greater emphasis on developing their staffs' skills and creating positive work environments."

The winners are:

Marketing Strategy Award

Awarded to Burgan Bank which has demonstrated marketing strategy excellence in driving business performance.

Recommended Employer Award

Awarded to Dow Chemical IMEA GmbH which demonstrated the provision of a stimulating and supportive workplace.

Environmental Contribution Award

Presented to the Masafi Co. (LLC) which has proven leadership and commitment to the enhancement, preservation and protection of the environment.

CSR Award

Awarded to THE One which has acted in a manner that goes beyond its financial and legal obligations.

Best Small Business Award

Awarded to HotShots which has demonstrated sustainable growth and commercial success to levels that are outstanding for its size

Best Family Business Award

Presented to M.H. Alshaya Co. WLL which has showed a continuous business success and multi-generational family involvement

Best New Company Award

Awarded to HotShots which proved initiative and willingness to undertake bold new ventures.

Entrepreneur of the Year

Awarded to Micky Jagtiani, Chairman of Landmark Group, for his admirable achievement both as a pioneer and innovator.

Businessman and Businesswoman of the Year

Awarded to Abdulla Jassem Bin Kalban, the CEO of Dubal and Lama Awni Farsakh, MD from Engineering Consultants Group for executing extraordinary ideas for their organisation on a day-to-day basis.