On December 2, Liora Global partnered with tech Tuesdays at Belcanto Restaurant, Dubai Opera House, bringing an impact-focused lens into one of the region’s most respected innovation communities. The evening featured the song premiere of “Emirates Vibe” by superstar songwriter and singer, Anna Kam, as well as dynamic conversations and introductions, positioning Liora Global within a network of founders, technologists and investors shaping the future of Dubai’s innovation ecosystem.
The official launch of The HALO Experience on December 5
December 5 marked the official launch of The HALO Experience with Wellness Rising at Fahid Beach Club on Fahid Island. The full-day gathering, hosted by Gordon Einstein (Tech Tuesdays) united innovators, impact investors, wellness leaders and human performance experts in a thoughtful exploration of longevity, AI, culture and future intelligence.
Panels which included Ghaya (Green Ghaya) Al Ahbabi, Dr. Bijna Kotak Dasani MBE, FRSA (Chair of OtherPay’s Board), Dr. Mnina Boussaoula, (Former Sri Lankan Ambassador to the U.A.E.), Udaya Indrarathna, and other esteemed thought leaders, examined the convergence of wellness, impact and emerging technologies, leadership for the next era, and the role of community in driving measurable social impact. H.R.H. Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Nuaimi (Green Sheikh), delivered a powerful keynote on conscious leadership and the expanding concept of ecological responsibility.
“ Experiencing HALO across its major gatherings showed me its true strength in authentic leadership, emotional intelligence, and deep care for the human experience. My friendship with Liora Global only affirms the values that shape this work.
H.R.H. Sheikh Abdulaziz Al Nuaimi, Green Sheikh
The program also included keynotes from ReVora founder, Besan Dahboor Engel, and Darren Hands, COO of presenting sponsor, OtherPay. Additional experiences were led by regional wellness practitioners including breath work specialist Ashley Edelman, a sound bath activation by Seven Wellness, and a closing set by international DJ Lera Omra. Attendees described the atmosphere as intentional, expansive, awakening, and human-centered, reflecting the purpose behind The HALO Experience.
A culminating day on December 9 in Abu Dhabi
The week concluded on December 9 with Liora Global participating as a strategic partner at the VNTR Investor Forum, held in the morning at the Mercure Hotel in Abu Dhabi. Hosted by VNTR founder, Yuri Rabinovich, the forum convened vetted investors, family offices, featured founders, VCs, and angels for high-level dialogue around capital deployment, innovation, AI, RWAs, and emerging technologies.
Later that day, the momentum continued at Fahid Beach with Legacy Rising, which included the Tech Tuesdays Abu Dhabi Launch, marking the official expansion of the long-running Dubai-based series to the capital. After more than seventy-three consecutive weeks of successful gatherings in Dubai, Tech Tuesdays brought its trusted community model to Abu Dhabi. Founded by Gordon Einstein, Seyed Mohammed Siam Husseini and Iryna Erzen Einstein, the platform is recognized for its integrity, curation and authenticity in building one of the U.A.E. ‘s most-respected innovation communities.
December 9 also featured a fireside chat moderated by Dr. Adel Elmessiry Ph.D, and the BitAngels Pitch Competition, where selected startups presented to esteemed judges, composed of venture capitalists, Web3 mavens and investors in a dynamic environment celebrating entrepreneurship and capital innovation.
Sponsors and partners throughout the week included OtherPay, Tech Tuesdays, ReVora, L1FE Organization, AgentsStack, Fahid Beach Club by Barbossa, Seven Wellness, Seed Frequency, Sigma Capital, The Mora Agency, ESG News, Gulf Buzz, and VNTR.
The December activations marked the successful debut of The HALO Experience in the U.A.E. and set the stage for its next global chapter, with F1 Melbourne confirmed as the next destination as Liora Global expands the platform through strategic partnerships and sponsor-led future impactful activations.
