In Conversation In Conversation: Rebecca Bemhena, VP Content at Shoptalk Luxe As Shoptalk Luxe makes its Abu Dhabi debut, Rebecca Bemhena reflects on technology as luxury's new craftsmanship, how heritage maisons and disruptor brands forge the future together, and why invisible AI creates space for deeper human intimacy in elevated retail. By Staff Writer • 3 min read
In Conversation In Conversation: Georgette Davey, Abu Dhabi Hospitality Academy – Les Roches From Switzerland to Shanghai and now Abu Dhabi, Georgette Davey reflects on three decades of hospitality education and why the Middle East represents the next frontier for Swiss academic excellence, one that meets Emirati cultural heritage. By Staff Writer • 5 min read
Culture In Conversation: Hanan Sayed Worrell, Cultural Strategist and Place-maker From airports and museums to wildlife conservation and authorship, the civil engineer turned placemaker has spent three decades translating Abu Dhabi's vision into built reality. Now, she reflects on the art of creating spaces that honour heritage whilst inviting what's next. By Staff Writer • 6 min read
In Conversation In Conversation: Raya Abu Gulal, Founder, R.A.G Legal Consultancy From Abu Dhabi to The Hague, the award-winning legal advisor reflects on the Gulf's rapid transformation, the power of clear laws, and why women's leadership is central to progress. By Staff Writer • 3 min read
In Conversation In Conversation: Mo Shadman, Chalhoub Group's Director of Intelligence The Gulf’s luxury economy is entering a new chapter. Chalhoub Group’s 2025 insights reveal a market outpacing the world on every metric — fuelled by ambitious investment, evolving consumers, and an ecosystem where retail, tourism, and storytelling now converge. By Staff Writer • 6 min read
In Conversation In Conversation: Snow Li, Investor and Art Collector From Shanghai to Abu Dhabi, from manufacturing to museums, Snow Fei Nan Li’s journey is one of scale and purpose: shaping industries, bridging continents, and redefining what cultural diplomacy means in the 21st century. By Staff Writer • 4 min read
In Conversation In Conversation: Matt Spriegel, Founder, Atiom Matt Spriegel is the founder of Atiom, a leading behavioural change platform for the hospitality sector. With a background that blends entrepreneurship and global experience, Matt has built Atiom into a tool trusted by major brands across Asia. Now, he’s bringing that vision to the Middle East. By Staff Writer • 4 min read
