Samarkand: History, Culture, and the Jewel of the ‘New Uzbekistan’

CFI.co in conversation with Uzbekistan entrepreneur and philanthropist Bakhtiyor Fazilov, who sees rich promise in tourism. A fresh and progressive government, led by President Shavkat Mirziyoyev, is forging ahead with the development of a “new Uzbekistan”. Just eight years after

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Hands-on, Dedicated to Excellence, Driven by Inclusion and Diversity: Meet the Head of Scottish Friendly

This CEO is fulfilling the aspiration for his mutual to become a leader in the UK insurance sector. Scottish Friendly chief executive Stephen McGee’s ambition is “to create a world-class working environment” — one which is open, inclusive, collegiate, and

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Barış Öney is a Man of Many Talents — and Apparently Endless Energy

The founder of Globalturk Capital, Barış Öney, has many strings to his bow — and many successes to his name. Barış Öney, founder and managing partner of Globalturk Capital, has over 30 years of experience in pre- and post-investment management,

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Accenture: Embracing Cloud Based Operating Models

Five Actions for Organisations in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)—the Middle East’s largest economy—has embarked on the cloud adoption journey later in comparison to other economies in the region. However, they have a historic

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BAWAG Forging Ahead and Staying at the Forefront of Banking Strategy by Maintaining a Long-Term Focus

People, patience, and profits are all allied for Austria’s burgeoning BAWAG banking group. Austria’s BAWAG has emerged as one of Europe’s most profitable and efficient banking groups, with a straightforward goal: to provide transparent and affordable financial products and services.

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EY Argentina: New Tax Bill for Argentina’s Congress to ‘Incentivise FDI’

Milei’s new administration considers the realities of reforming a troubled economy. When Right-wing economist Javier Milei took over Argentina’s presidency, he also took on the challenge of transforming a country in the grip of severe economic challenges. The international business

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Natrium: Taking a Nuclear Leap Towards a Low-Carbon Future

In June 2024, a silent revolution was taking place in the windswept plains of Kemmerer, Wyoming… A groundbreaking ceremony took place among the ghosts of America’s coal-mining past in June, a watershed moment in the global drive for sustainable energy.

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Big Issue Invest Restaurant Project Brings Hope and Employment to People Sleeping Rough in London

Major financial boost for world’s first fine-dining restaurant to be staffed by homeless people.  A six-figure investment from Big Issue Invest is helping to kick-start a social initiative giving homeless people employment at a fine-dining restaurant. The staff at Home

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Pioneering Spirit, Boldness, and a Deep Understanding of ‘Unity’

Nordic firm United Bankers has history and success behind it — and a great future ahead.  Helsinki-based United Bankers set out to be a pioneer in real-asset investing for Nordic countries — and to expand its activities across Europe.  Over

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Patrick Anderson Knows How to Weather Rough Seas — and Has a Good Crew Behind Him

Patrick Anderson, the chief executive of Nordic asset management and financial markets firm United Bankers, in conversation with CFI.co. United Bankers management team is responsible for the company’s business as a whole. It prepares the corporate strategy and operating principles

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