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DR. ASMA AL AUFI
Founder, Moon Group LLC | Lecturer, Sultan Qaboos University | Forbes Business Council Member
“Where Knowledge Meets Conviction: Leading with Scholarship, Ethics, and Purpose”
Cover Story
There are leaders who run businesses, and there are leaders who think deeply about why businesses exist. Dr. Asma Al Aufi does both. As the founder and principal of Moon Group LLC and a lecturer at Sultan Qaboos University, she has spent her career navigating two demanding worlds simultaneously the boardroom and the classroom drawing strength from each to enrich the other.
Dr. Aysha Ehsan
Not all success stories follow conventional paths. Some transcend boundaries, challenging the status quo and redefining what it means to be a true leader in today’s dynamic world. Leadership is not merely about titles or accolades—it’s about vision, adaptability, and the courage to evolve. The most influential leaders don’t just excel in one domain; they bring diverse perspectives that transform industries and inspire generations.
Andrew Wachtel
Andrew Wachtel, Co-founder and Director of Compass College of Art and Design Professions and President of inVision U, has dedicated his career to international education. His journey began with a PhD in Slavic languages and literatures, leading him to become a researcher and creator of large-scale projects involving multiple countries. While never abandoning his academic career, Wachtel began to take on large administrative roles, becoming Dean of The Graduate School at Northwestern University in 2004 and President of the American University of Central Asia in 2010.