Executive Team & Advisory Board 2026-2027
The affairs of the Canadian Business Council are administered by an Executive Committee of selected members. In addition, a representative of the Consulate of Canada in Dubai and the past CBC Dubai Chairman are invited to join the Executive Committee as ex-officio members.
Sussman
Michael
Advisory Board
Sussman Corporation
Brazeau
Alexandre
Vice Chair/Partnership Director
Ashurst LLP
Meikle
Annie
Events Director
Meikle Communications
Napoli
Christopher
Board Director
Hakluyt & Company
Hachmi
Jad
Advisory Director
Dubai Holding
Chow
Lucy
Advisory Board
Womens' Angel Investor Network (WAIN)
Sarhan
Ismail
Finance Director & International Liaison
Mayora Group
Mark
Minu
Connect Group Director
Standard Chartered
Finch
Anthony
Consulate Representative
Consulate of Canada
Nerurkar
Mihir
Chairman
Brookfields Asset Management
Khalaf
Adel
Legal Director
Takeda
Arvanitis
Andreas
Board Director
Core 42
Jewani
Aamir
Advisory Director
Finnection Inc.
BUSINESS TEAM
The business team at CBC Dubai is responsible for driving the company's commercial activities and growth in the Dubai market. They engage in market research, member acquisition, and strategic partnerships to expand CBC's presence and maximize revenue opportunities. This team also plays a crucial role in negotiating contracts, managing client relationships, and ensuring the overall success of the company's business operations in Dubai.