Irina Duisimbekova: A Visionary Entrepreneur and Global Business Leader Irina Duisimbekova is a distinguished entrepreneur and business leader with an extensive background in international trade, private aviation, and luxury travel. Born in the 1980s in Moscow, she comes from a rich Kazakh and Russian heritage. In 2003, Irina established her first brokerage company, specializing in commodities trading. She was supplying one of largets French smelters in automobile industry. Her leadership and expertise in the commodities sector led her to become CEO of a Swiss multinational Fortune 500 petroleum trading company in the Arabian Gulf in 2016, further strengthening her presence in the region’s business landscape. Today, Irina serves as CEO of Licorne Gulf Holding, a diversified investment firm operating across private equity, venture capital, and strategic advisory services. Her entrepreneurial footprint spans multiple industries, including: Oil & Gas – Co-founding Mocoh Bahrain, a key player in petroleum and commodities trading. Luxury & International Trade – Establishing Fine Tastes, a global food trading company. Well-being & Technology – Founding SympathiQ, a UK-based platform connecting individuals with wellness and coaching specialists. Beyond her ventures, she has built an impressive investment portfolio in Qatar’s JVs, with stakes in: Erium – An advanced French cybersecurity company. Nudra LLC- Belgian biotech, pharma company. Choiseul Arabian Gulf – A branch of Choiseul Institute, French largest think-tank and conference organizer. Massa Industires – Drone Manufacturer Thunisoft – Legtech & Regtech, listed Chinese company Sympathiq Branch LLC- digital wellbeing marketplace Irina’s business acumen extends beyond investment; she actively contributes to business development, marketing strategy, purchasing, and sales management. Her ability to navigate diverse industries, forge global partnerships, and drive innovation cements her reputation as a dynamic and influential entrepreneur on the international stage.