Paris, July 17, 2025 — The International Prime Awards Paris 2025, held at the prestigious Automobile Club De France (ACF), atParis, 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 socialprogress. 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, Slovakia – 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
Set against the elegant and historic backdrop of ACF, the ceremony united visionary individuals from around the world tocelebrate 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.
We are coming up with our next Edition of International Prime Awards on 28th November in Dubai, UAE. For more information visit https://officialprimeawards.com/
