Global CEO Summit 2023

Hon Simon Ovens is HM King’s representative in London borrow of Harrow. has had 37 years of service as a police officer in London and has held various postings abroad, achieving the rank of Chief Superintendent. Retirement from the Metropolitan Police took place earlier this year. Six years ago, appointment as a Deputy Lieutenant of Greater London was made by Her Late Majesty The Queen. Additionally, the role of her representative in the London Borough of Harrow was entrusted to him. Upon the succession of HM The King, a similar appointment was extended, designating him as the representative in Harrow. A particular focus lies in community cohesion, charitable endeavors, the local volunteer sector, and religious institutions, both in London and India. The patronage of the International Siddhasharm Shakti Centre in Harrow and India, as well as The Harrow and Brent Deaf Club, is held. Presently, a senior Lecturer in Criminology and Policing at the University of West London. Possession of Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Criminology. Fellowship status within the Chartered Institute of Management is maintained.

Dr Sultan main professional interest has been on Remote Sensing for Desert Area Development as well as City and Environmental Land Management. Within that field of interest Dr Sultan obtained his PhD from Tokyo Institute of Technology, Japan just after graduating from MIT Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and previously from George Washington University, both in the USA. Dr Sultan has been senior researcher with NASA and the USGS both in the USA, and has been researcher in JAXA, RESTEC-Japan. At present, he is (CEO, TECRS, Saudi Arabia) a leading Environmental Consultant of Remote Sensing Institution and its parcener of Al-Qassim University. And as Saudi Arabia Coordinator for the Mission Idea Contest.

Dr. Sultan has served as Member of the Saudi Arabia Parliament in three committees: (a) Energy and Economy, (b) Housing and Public Service, and (c) Transportation, Communication and IT. Currently, Design new small satellite and he is in charge of outstanding projects such as: (i) Riyadh City Thermal Evaluation for Riyadh Greening Strategy in contract with Tokyo Institute of Technology and Riyadh Royall Developing Authority; (ii) Evolving for Smart Riyadh Greening Management Information System with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Riyadh Royall Developing Authority; (iii) Emerging a proposal of collection and dissemination of geospatial data of Saudi Arabia for the Saudi General Survey Commission; (iv) Implementing a proposal for Hajj and Holly Sites Infrastructure (1440 H-2019) for the Saudi Public Investment Fund, and also making a Pilot Study for Hajj infrastructure (1441 H-2020); (v) Performing a project of Space Time GIS for Smart Infrastructure for GCC Municipalities; (vi) Developing a Water & Agriculture project for the Saudi Arabia Kingdom; (vii) Organizing workshops & training on space and time in open source geospatial software, pursuing an approach of System with Problem solving Methodology, among others commitments.

Mariya Spartalis is a partner of Terreus Capital AG Zurich Switzerland and a financial Influencer Award 2022 Winner.

Mrs. Spartalis is an expert in finance for over 20 years, a successful wealth manager for millionaires and billionaires structuring their wealth and providing brilliant private banking and investment solutions

Holmes Stoner occupies prominent positions within several esteemed organizations, showcasing his diverse leadership roles. As the current President of CEO CLUB GLOBAL-AMERICAS, he assumes multifaceted responsibilities across key leadership positions.

Stoner is notably at the helm of both the American International Chamber of Commerce and the Pacific Rim Chamber of Commerce. In these roles, his influence likely extends to fostering robust international business relations and promoting economic collaborations between entities spanning the Americas and the Pacific Rim.

In addition to these significant roles, Holmes Stoner holds the distinguished title of Honorary President of Forbes China. This honorary position underscores his substantial influence and recognition within the business community, especially in the realm of Chinese business and economic affairs.

Furthermore, it is noteworthy that Holmes Stoner serves as an umbrella for more than half a million businesses and enterprises in the USA and rest of the world. This massive scope of influence reflects his pivotal role in connecting and supporting a substantial network of businesses across the Globe.

Karan Faridoon Bilimoria, Baron Bilimoria, CBE, DL, FCA is a British Indian businessman life peer in the UK House of Lords and a university chancellor. Bilimoria founded the global beer brand, Cobra Beer and is the company’s chairman. In addition to his business activity, Bilimoria is a politically active independent crossbench member of the House of Lords, serves as Chancellor of the University of Birmingham and President of the Confederation of British Industry.

Lord Rami Ranger CBE, FRSA is the member of Lord of House of Lords, United Kingdom. He is also a Successful Businessman who has been honoured by Her Majesty the Queen on Eight occasions. Six times for Business and twice personally for community services and was made a Member of British Empire in 2005 and Commander of British Empire in 2016. Rami is married to Renu and has three daughters.

Rami set up his first business in 1987 with a mere 2 pounds capital from a rented room in Hayes and through his sheer dedication and commitment, he now runs two of Britain’s fastest growing companies with an annual turnover in excess of £200 million. He sustains thousands of British jobs by exporting British supermarket products to over 130 countries.

His company, Sun Mark Ltd, has received from Her Majesty the Queen, the Queens Award for Enterprise for an unprecedented 5 consecutive years in 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013, and in the process made British business history as no other company has received this accolade before. Sun Mark has been added to the Sunday Times most profitable 100 companies in Britain in their “Profit Track 100” league table for the past three years running. Rami won the prestigious Institute of Director’s the Director of the Year Award for 2013 and European Export Champion in 2014. Rami also devotes his time to benefitting society by launching ground breaking initiatives designed to strengthen social cohesion in Britain. He Co-Founded of the British Asian Conservative Link and served the organisation for over a decade as its General Secretary.

His Excellency Mr. Gyan Chandra Acharya assumed his responsibilities as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of Nepal to the United Kingdom on 23 February 2022 and presented his credentials to Her Majesty the Queen Elizabeth II on 31 March 2022. Before taking over as the Ambassador of Nepal to the UK, he served as the Economic Advisor to the Prime Minister of Nepal from August 2017 to February 2018.

He was the United Nations Under-Secretary-General and High Representative for LDCs, LLDCs and SIDS from September 2012 to March 2017.  Before that, he served as the Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Nepal to the United Nations, New York from November 2009 to September 2012 and Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Nepal to the United Nations and World Trade Organization (WTO) in Geneva from 2003 to 2007. He was the Foreign Secretary of Nepal from February 2007 to November 2009. He worked in different capacities in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the diplomatic missions abroad during his long career in the foreign service of Nepal. He joined the Foreign Service of Nepal in March 1983.

He led and participated in many bilateral, regional, and international meetings. He was also involved with a number of national and regional institutions related to foreign policy, regional and global issues, sustainable development, environment and climate change and vulnerable countries.

He has completed Master’s degree in economics, received diplomatic trainings and attended various leadership programs.

H.E. Mr. Acharya was born in 1960. He is married to Mrs. Sunita Acharya, and they have a son and a daughter.

Dr. Bu Abdullah is an Emirati businessman of par excellence. He is owner of more than 270 companies across the Middle East. Including Bu Abdullah Real Estate, Bu Abdullah Business Consultancy, Bu Abdullah Investments and many more.
He is a Guinness World Record Holder and World Book of Records UK Holder. He has been twice awarded by Minister of Tolerance of UAE, Sheikh Mubarak Al Nahayan for being a Young Dynamic Emirati Entrepreneur.

Dr. Shambhu Pokharel is the GLOBAL CEO of CEO CLUB GLOBAL. He is known as Innovation Activist. Dr. Pokharel Holds Wide range of knowledge on International Relations, Diplomacy, Startup and Entrepreneurial Ecosystem, Economic Ecosystem, International Economics, Supply Chain Ecosystem and Brand Building. Recipient of More Than Dozen International Awards, Dr. Pokharel has been pivotal to drive Entrepreneurial Ecosystem in Developing Countries and Emerging Cities. Dr. Pokharel is also an architect of the NEW GLOBAL ECOSYSTEM. NEW GLOBAL ECOSYSTEM is the concept of transformation of developing countries into developed one with the help of Policy Reformation/deviation.

Dr. Pokharel is also the Founder and CEO of FRANCHISE GLOBAL, a Global Franchise exchange platform; Founder of Startup Hub Global (Global Startup Incubation Centre). Besides that, Dr. Pokharel is the Global Steering Committee Member of WORLD SOCIAL INNOVATION FORUM, Chairman of CENTER FOR DIPLOMATIC DIALOGUE and International Board of Director of IBM TV-USA.

Dr. Kishor Mehta is based in Chicago USA  for the last 52 years. Upon establishing a successful professional career as a Chemical Engineer,he got opportunities to work with various organizations as Chairman, Vice Chairman, President, Vice President, Executive Director. 

As a Philanthropist and Community Activist Dr. Mehta has a global exposure in different areas. 
He is Currently working with the Georgia Doty Comprehensive Health Organization (GDCH).  GDCH is a non-profit organization which provides services on three different platforms for Veterans and underprivileged individuals, and raises awareness of community physical and mental health issues via TV and Publications media. And  provides various community outreach programs to bridge the health information gap. Besides that the organization hosts impactful Seminars, Health Fairs, Special Events and distribution of food and clothes. 
Dr. Mehta has also served as Emeritus Chairman of the U.S. Congressman Danny K Davis’s The 7th Congressional district’s Multi Ethnic Advisory Task Force (MEATF) which plays an important role in promoting and protecting minorities. His role was to focus on elimination of discrimination pertaining to race, religion, sex, ethnic origin. 
Likewise, Dr. Mehta has recognition as Ambassador of Civility for ICN Org, USA* – ICN believes very strongly in Bringing Back the Lost Art of Honor. 
Dr. Mehta is also the former chair of  AMEC.  AMEC is a bipartisan national grassroots organization that has objectives to empower members of ethnic communities through Social, Educational, Health Care, Economic and political initiatives.

Jerry Prendergast is the founder of Prendergast and Associates, and has been an adviser and consultant on every type of restaurant project – from creative mall and shopping center restaurants to high profile, large budget operations around the world.

Jerry has developed a reputation for taking the vision of the chef or owner and turning that dream into a profitable business.  His extensive restaurant management experience, along with a lifelong passion for fine food, wine, and high quality service, gives him unique insight into establishing and successfully running a high quality establishment.

He has been retained by large corporations, including Disney, Safeway/Host Marriott, and Festival Companies on such projects as “Encounter” in the landmark theme building at Los Angeles International Airport,” and both the food court and stand alone restaurants in the Royal Hawaiian Center in Honolulu.  He also has worked extensively in New York with numerous fine dining restaurants, including his association with New York Restaurant Group, owners of Smith & Wollensky.  Additionally, many world-class chefs chose Jerry to help them create a variety of one-of-a-kind fine dining establishments, including Los Angeles’ critically acclaimed Divino, Alex, and Melisse.

Jerry is currently based in Los Angeles California.  In addition to his consulting projects, he is actively involved in the local food scene, contributing as a commentator with the LA Business Journal as well as Nations Restaurant News.

Lady Shelley Sykes is a British born Australian; part owner of a Scottish Castle & substantial Malibu Estate in California, where she currently resides. Ceo of 6 American companies, incorporating music, film, PR, book publishing & her Happycharity. Shelley has an MBA, PhD in Psychology, Bachelor of Science in IT & Journalism and is an award winning Author, Speaker, Producer, Actress
, Singer/Songwriter, Television host, Diplomatic Foreign Correspondant, Designer & Entrepreneur. She has won 5 USA book awards so far, speaks 7 languages, booked globally giving her inspirational keynotes, & licenses her Shelley Sykes Spas. She was nominated Australian of the Year in 2009 & received the USA Susan B Anthony Award in 2012 for her philanthropy, founder of the Happy Charity in 2005. Currently, Shelley has a TV Studio in Malibu USA interviewing celebrities & creating 5 Glamorous TV Show Series being distributed by Warner-Discovery Chanel. She is open to Luxury Product Endorsements & to align with travel, food, beauty & fashion manufacturers & interview anyone of interest for her TV Shows with an inspirational story.

Thomas Stiegler is currently working as a Supervisory-/Advisory Board Member and business
consultant for public clients and for national- and international companies in the following
sectors: infrastructure investment, renewable energy, power, design engineering, real estate
development and construction (infrastructure, building, oil and gas). He is acting mainly in the
EMEA region and supporting his clients in business development, transformation, digitalisation
and merger and acquisitions.
Thomas Stiegler was a Board Member and Group Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Vienna
based PORR AG, a 150-year-old public listed company at the Austrian Stock Exchange until 2021.

PORR is one of the largest European construction companies with a turnover of 5.7 bn
Euros and more than 20,000 employees. Mr. Stiegler was leading PORR´s international
activities mainly in North- and Eastern Europe, the Middle East as well the tunnelling and
railway divisions with projects in Austria, Germany, Switzerland, UK, India, Asia and Australia.
On group level he was further responsible for the risk management, quality assurance and
process management and took lead on transformation, digitalisation, lean management and
innovation projects like soil data collection, site logistic and strategic acquisition applications.
With more than 28 years of experience in the construction sector, Mr. Stiegler has an excellent
track record in various functions and organizations and has gathered a large network in the
entire construction industry.
Mr. Stiegler has demonstrated his entrepreneurial strength and leadership capacities for years.
Within PORR, he started the international business from scratch from 2011 to 2016 and
successfully managed the largest projects in the company´s history, a Metro Underground
System (2 bn. Euro) and a soccer World Cup stadium (600 mio. Euro). After he completed his
secondment in the Middle East, Mr. Stiegler chaired as CEO the international Business Unit 3 in
Vienna, before he was nominated by the Supervisory Board as a full Board Member of PORR
Group in 2018.
From 2000 to 2010, Mr. Stiegler was acting as Member of the Executive Management at
Bilfinger Berger Civil (Germany, Top 5 European Contractor) with a turnover of more than
3.2 bn. Euro and approx. 5,600 employees. As a CFO, he specializes in funding and financing
of projects including PPP/BOT. Mr. Stiegler was responsible for the international markets mainly
in North America, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia and Australia. He was focused on the
commercial part of civil business, had full balance sheet responsibility according the IFRSregulations and standardized his division with uniform software tools and procedures. Mr.
Stiegler was involved in all M&A activities and focused on business development opportunities.
Due to his strong entrepreneurial approach, he had several mandates as a COO and
Supervisory Board Member of affiliates in Australia and North America. In 2007, Mr. Stiegler
was seconded to Qatar to manage the largest construction project in company’s history. With a
contract volume of 1 bn. Euro he took lead with more than 4,500 employees in operation and
managed all client relations.
Mr. Stiegler joined Bilfinger Berger in 1993. He was responsible for auditing, controlling of
international subsidiaries and in-house consulting on corporate group level for seven years.
Earlier in his career, Mr. Stiegler worked for KPMG (auditing and consulting), where he was
responsible for the industrial, banking and IT sector. He became a Certified Information System
Auditor (CISA) during this time.
He earned his Master’s Degree in Business Administration and Economics from the University
of Applied Science in Ludwigshafen, Germany

Cllr Dominic Mbang has been elected as the new Mayor of the Royal Borough of Greenwich for 2023 to 2024. A ward councillor for Woolwich Dockyard, Cllr Mbang was first elected back in May 2018 and has previously sat on housing and anti-poverty committees.

Dr. Harjeet Singh Anand is one of the renowned and esteemed persons in Indian society. Dr. Anand has 25 years of expertise in Global networking and public relations. Where he has the position of peace global ambassador of the inter-government organization under the United Nations & EU. He is also an International President of The Pacific Rim Business Council Chamber Commerce-President Indian Continent.

He holds the designation of vice-chancellor at an American university (IFERS) and He is also an international vice-chancellor of a European university. Dr. Anand is a special advisor at Governor Dist. 3141 in Rotary International from the Last 31 years.

Dr. Anand has won many prestigious awards, which he was awarded in American California by the Governor of California.

Francesca brings more than 25 years of experience both in legal/regulatory affairs and financial investments.

She has experiences and advanced exposure to blockchain technology, compliance, regulatory and governance positions.

Dr Karen Sumser-Lupson is an international expert for ocean governance and blue economic development, bringing with her a wealth of experience and knowledge having served the sector for over 30 years. This includes a maritime focused PhD, MSc, GDL and PGDip from the University of Plymouth.  Karen is a commissioner and instrumental in setting up the African Maritime Safety and Security Agency, which is a strategic African led venture that will embed the maritime sector and economic benefits for the future generations of Africa as well as enable a positive promotional platform for the global community. Karen’s expertise straddles multiple stakeholder dimensions and she is devoted to increase the global movement to mitigate climate change whilst developing economic opportunities for Regions and National Governments.  Karen is globally recognised for assisting Member States to define the parameters of regional maritime domains and develop the policies and strategic roadmaps necessary to underpin capacity building and facilitating for the economic vitality of oceans and seas. Karen has a particular interest in the development of implementation of inward investment for Africa and other global developing states, and empowering the transition to accelerate economic growth, whilst contributing to global sustainable development goals.  Karen is significant in the development of the Intergovernmental Authority for Development [IGAD] Integrated Maritime Strategy for the Horn of Africa, which included a significant element of blue economic development. She also drafted the Blue Economy roadmap for 13 overseas countries and territories.  Karen amongst others works closely with the United Nations, World bank and is an active member of UNCTAD, and has a professional relationship with the European Commission.

Sir Chris Marrow is a vastly experienced marine operator, having developed marine services both in remote parts of the U.K. and also in difficult locations elsewhere in the world. Those locations include the Northern Isles of the U.K., Mozambique in the civil war, Sierra Leone, the DRC, Nicaragua and Tanzania. He is one of the only people alive to have navigated the river route between Malawi and the Indian Ocean by the Shire River and the Zambezi and also took over the shipping company on Lake Malawi from the Government and ran it as a private company. He continues to work on shipping developments through the South West Business Council in the U.K. and is an Advisory Board member thereof.

Professor Ebrahimi is an author, consultant, researcher, and Senior-Level executive with various companies. He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree, an MBA, and a Ph.D. in Global Management. Dr. Ebrahimi is the founder of the ATEK Educational and Research Institute, Managing Director of Saba Sobhan International. Co. and CEO of Faran Electronic Company. Dr. Ebrahimi has taught and offered courses and seminars in Management, Organizational Restructuring, Future of jobs, Time Management, Speed Learning, Human Resources Management, International Trading, and Unity Management.

Konstantin Pavlidis is a meta-physicist, science educator, author and international speaker who has worked extensively in the fields of wisdom traditions, scientific research, therapy, traditional medicine, healing and movement arts over the past four decades. He founded Orassy Health about ten years ago in London which offers a range of therapies, classes, courses and cutting-edge integrative medical treatments. Pavlidis integrates the experience of traditional and alternative medicine, scientific research and the art of movement. He is the creator of a number of programmes in the field of self-development, therapy and the performing arts such as Zen Essence Yoga, Movement Mastery, Kinesomasis, Kum Nye Therapy, Quantum Integrative Medicine, Life Blueprint series, Traumatology, Acupuncture and Choreosynthesis. He deals with stress and anxiety, burnout, boosting natural immunity, pain, traumas, post-injury recovery, mental health, Australian homoeopathy – bush/bach flower remedy, chronic fatigue syndrome/ME, fibromyalgia, autoimmune conditions and more.

Chris Hill is the award-winning, best-selling author of Get Your Life Back: The Road to Freedom from Addiction, which reached the Amazon number one best-seller spot within 24 hours of publication.

Arif Anis traverses the realms of executive coaching, leadership development, and fund management with unparalleled distinction. As a Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestselling author, his words have sparked inspiration in millions, resonating with world champions, Olympians, celebrities, and those aspiring to elevate their lives. His masterpieces “I’MPOSSIBLE” and ‘Made In Crises’ catapulted him to international acclaim, a testament to his profound impact on the global stage. Anis’ influence extends far beyond the pages of his books. His role as the President of HumanX underscores his dedication to leadership development. Recognised among the UK’s Top Influential People List for 2023, his insights and initiatives have left an indelible imprint on both individuals and institutions. Royal recognition further underscores his contributions, as in June 2023, King Charles III honoured him with the prestigious MBE (Member of the Order of the British Empire) for his exemplary services to the realm of leadership. The City of London Corporation added to this by bestowing upon him the Freeman of the City of London, the highest civil honour. Anis has spoken in 83 countries worldwide and inspired millions of leaders in multiple disciplines.