Alumni Success Stories

“Perhaps the most important of success factors is character. Self-discipline combined with honesty has opened countless doors for me.” – Shady Abdelaziz

Sales Director Shady believes that his personal character, positive mental attitude, good work habits and above all, his education, have led him to his leading role with the luxury international hospitality brand, Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts.

“My experience at the University of Wollongong gave me the opportunity to network with fellow classmates drawn from every conceivable professional background" - Hassan Omaish

People who are highly motivated and possess the vision to drive businesses forward, helping me to expand my cultural and business perspectives.

“Doing good for the community and pushing the envelope when it comes to human rights globally – I think this is the core reason of our existence” – Hasan Ali

As a Global Operations Specialist with social media giant Facebook, Hasan is working hard to make sure the international community is safe, both online and offline...

“Business news is my passion. I feel that there is so much more that can be done on this front in the Arab world.” – Lubna Bouza

As Editor in Chief for Sky News Arabia’s business coverage, Lubna plays a leading role in empowering the region’s audience with information that matters...

“I’ve constantly strived to earn the respect of my colleagues and everyone I’ve interacted with; success has come as a consequence of that” – Trevor Skinner

Even into his 60s, Trevor Skinner is looking forward to continuing to add value to the UAE as he pursues his third career...

“The more you learn, explore, work, try-out, experience, innovate....the richer your career” – Mayar Jaroudi

With a boundless sense of curiosity, Mayar Jaroudi believes that learning never ceases and education is a privilege card that provides a pathway to discover new opportunities, explore new ground, and meet inspiring people.

“When it comes to opportunities I have the ‘swim or sink’ approach; I don’t have any regrets” – Tatjana Stepanova

A senior HR professional, a custodian of workers’ welfare, and an astute young entrepreneur, Tatjana Stepanova is an inspirational working woman who embraces every challenge in life.

“Success coupled with achievement feeds my soul with positivity and keeps me going” – The story of Tariq Abu Samra

Startups and building an empire is Tariq Abu Samra’s passions in life. With his sights set on owning his own business one day, he wrote his first business plan when he was in eighth grade. From an early age, he knew he would put in all the effort it takes to turn his dream into a reality.

“My passion is to inspire and empower individuals through sports” – The Story of Sarra Lajnef OLY

Tunisian born Olympic swimmer, Sarra Lajnef fell in love with the sport at the tender age of only four. In pursuit of her ambition to make it to the Olympics, she relocated to France - a brave decision for a 15-year-old girl who had to leave the comfort of her family home behind to follow a lifelong dream.

“Pitfalls are opportunities to learn, grow and succeed" - Viacheslav Shakhov

Viacheslav Shakhov is known for his dedication and willingness to walk that extra mile to achieve his goals. As the Head of Investment Management Practice at Cooper Fitch, a Recruitment, HR Advisory and Executive Search Consulting firm

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