Hassan Ezzeldine, CEO of Gray Mackenzie Retail Lebanon, on the future of retail
From navigating Lebanon’s economic crisis to expanding internationally and embracing artificial intelligence (AI), Hassan Ezzeldine has led Gray Mackenzie Retail Lebanon through a period of remarkable transformation. In this exclusive interview, he discusses resilience, innovation, sustainability and the future of retail.
Bridging Lebanon and Mexico one Taco at a time with Maher Chebaro
From Beirut to Kansas City, chef and founder of Beirut Taco Maher Chebaro has built a concept rooted in culture, heritage and connection. Through Beirut Taco, he explores the historical ties between Lebanon and Mexico.
Navigating the next wave of urban hospitality in Lebanon with Hicham A. Ragheb
With more than two decades of expertise in hospitality, retail and real estate consultancy, Hicham A. Ragheb, founder and MD of Amlak Properties & Consulting, explores the evolution of urban hospitality.
The perfect duo behind Ghia Holding, CEO Christian Ghosn and marketing director and BDO Raissa Ghosn
As the sibling duo behind Ghia Holding, Christian and Raissa Ghosn are giving Lebanese hospitality fresh energy.
Patchi launches Le Resto in Dbayeh, Lebanon with chef Youssef Akiki
Patchi has opened Le Resto, a new casual dining concept in Dbayeh, in partnership with Chef Youssef Akiki.
EBRD backs Spinneys Lebanon with USD 22M financing deal
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development is providing USD 22 million to Spinneys Levant Limited to support expansion and sustainability in Lebanon.
Em Sherif enters a new expansion phase in Lebanon
7 Management and ADIHH have unveiled the expansion of the Em Sherif brand into the UAE, with the launch of Em Sherif Sea Café.
Impact of war in numbers on Lebanon
Lebanon war impact unfolds through key figures, highlighting shifts in travel demand, rising costs and measurable economic changes across sectors. Two experts, Jean Abboud, president of the Association of Travel and Tourist Agents in Lebanon and Nicolas Chammas, secretary general of the Lebanese Economic Organizations, outline the scale of disruption across travel, tourism and the broader economy.
“The Power To Say Yes!” with Christine Assouad
Christine Assouad is a serial entrepreneur with 28 years of experience across food, beverage, retail, investment and leadership. Published author, head of The Catalyst of Growth, founder of Dunkin Lebanon, Semsom and a Shark Tank Lebanon judge, she mentors entrepreneurs across MENA and beyond. From boardrooms to Shark Tank, she explains why saying yes became her most powerful leadership move.
Liza Beirut sets sights on Saudi Arabia with Ziad Asseily, co-founder and CEO
In this interview, Ziad Asseily, co-founder and CEO of Liza Restaurants, unveils how the collaboration with MJS Holding came about, the motivation behind bringing Liza to Saudi Arabia and much more.
