Navigating the 2024 Funding Dip: What’s Next for Southeast Asia’s Startups?

Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem has experienced significant fluctuations in 2024, reflecting both challenges and resilience. The region’s dynamic markets, diverse economies, and increasing digital adoption have continued to attract substantial…

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Leadership, Innovation, and Purpose: M. H. M. Fairoz’s Guide to Retail Growth

M. H. M. Fairoz is the Managing Director and CEO of Singer Bangladesh Limited, a role he has held since 2016. He began at the Richard Pieris Group in Sri…

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Set Goals You Can Achieve: A Guide to Taking Control of Your Success

As someone deeply involved in mentoring startups, leading strategic initiatives, and working across industries, I’ve learned that success isn’t just about dreaming big—it’s about how you act on those dreams.…

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Innovating for the Future: Rezwanul Hoque’s Vision for TECNO and Beyond

Rezwanul Hoque, CEO of ISMARTU Technology BD Limited, has over 20 years of experience in the mobile handset industry. Since 2017, he has led ISMARTU to become a market leader,…

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Empowering Emerging Market Retailers: A Personal Journey in the Next Billion B2B Ordering Project

In November 2019, I embarked on an ambitious journey with the Next Billion B2B Ordering Project aimed at transforming the traditional retail landscape in Asia. Our vision was to empower…

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