JEDDAH: In an atmosphere marked by elegance and intellectual vitality, the Global Business Network (GBN) Meet & Greet unfolded as a distinguished confluence of visionaries and achievers on 25 April 2026 (Saturday), from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM, at the refined Secret Sitting Lounge in Rawdah. The evening brought together an eclectic assembly of entrepreneurs, seasoned professionals, diplomats, and esteemed community leaders, each representing diverse spheres of influence and expertise.
More than a mere gathering, the event stood as a vibrant tapestry of dialogue and discovery, where ideas flowed with purpose and opportunities emerged through meaningful engagement. It was a setting where ambition met experience, and where conversations transcended boundaries to inspire collaboration, innovation, and collective progress.
The event was spearheaded by MalleSan, Founder President of SATA, who served as the principal organizer, with steadfast support from Mohammed Jawed, the main organizer and host of the venue. The proceedings were conducted with grace and eloquence by Dr. Sameera Aziz, who adeptly anchored the evening as the Master of Ceremony.
The gathering sparkled with prestige and delight, graced by the esteemed presence of Fahad Almansuri, Former Saudi Ambassador to Sudan and Syeda Nahida Habib, Consular Commercial, Consulate General of Bangladesh whose participation added a special charm and elevated the spirit of the occasion.
Prominent leaders and contributors who attended the event included Shoukhat Ali, Global Telugu President & Business Partner at Eagle International; Chansa Rehman, Social Service Leader and GIO Hail President; Dr. Khalid from Eagle International; Arvind (PRO – Marwah Clean Water Solutions, Mumbai); Taher from Corporate Catering Services and Saudi Balu, SATA Jeddah President Mr. Amjad Hussain.
The event also witnessed active participation from a wide range of business professionals and community members including Mrs. Areej Eskander, a real estate consultant; Choudhary Shafquat; Faisal Luqman; Shiekh Luqman; Nasir Saifi Al-Tweergi; Mohammed Fahad (Saudi Water Company); Mrs. Sadia Kaleem (Principal, Al Biladi Intl’ School); Ibrahim Bakhsh; Aiman Muhammed; Erum Roomi; Faris Mohammed; Sarah Almasood; Syed Mussarat Khalil; Mohammed Shoaib Ansari; Sajad Askar Ghulam; Zuhdi Zubair; Hunain Mohammed; Mohammed Khalid; and Saeed Abdullah Alghamdi (Vision Colleges).
The Meet & Greet emerged as a vibrant crucible of enterprise and intellect, offering a compelling forum for high-level networking, strategic collaboration, and the exchange of forward-thinking perspectives on business expansion, innovation, and community advancement—both within Saudi Arabia and across the global stage. It served as a fertile ground for cultivating enduring professional alliances, deliberating on promising ventures within the Kingdom, unveiling employment and entrepreneurial prospects, and inspiring a spirit of collective endeavour within the community.
At its core, the gathering underscored the profound significance of forging robust professional relationships and nurturing transnational linkages, which stand as vital pillars in driving sustained economic vitality and meaningful social progress. With a spirit imbued with optimism and forward-looking resolve, the event left an enduring impression—heralding new possibilities, inspiring purposeful collaborations, and setting the stage for a future shaped by shared vision, innovation, and collective success.
M Siraj
About The Author
