In a world where leadership is often defined by titles, Dr. Raul Handa DBA stands apart, not just for the accolades he has earned, but for the real stories of success that have emerged from his journey of transformation, challenge, and purpose-driven ambition.
Founder & CEO of Forttuna Group, serial entrepreneur, advisor, TEDx speaker, and author-in-progress, Dr. Handa has built a career that defies conventional narratives. His leadership philosophy isn’t rooted in textbooks; it's shaped by lived experience, relentless curiosity, and a belief that business can be a force for growth, empowerment, and lasting impact.
Today, he leads global initiatives that spotlight real founders, visionary leaders, and changemakers, from the celebrated Forttuna Global Excellence Awards to the landmark Forttuna Global 100 and Forttuna Councils. His journey is not simply about personal achievement, it’s about crafting platforms where excellence is recognised and celebrated on a global stage.
Dr. Handa’s story doesn’t begin in boardrooms or at podiums; it begins with an unshakable belief in human potential. Born with a global perspective and now based in Dubai, he carries influences from Europe, the Middle East, South Asia, and more. This global lens has shaped his work from leadership development to entrepreneurship storytelling that resonates across cultures and industries.
He champions a people-centric approach to leadership and innovation, grounded in principles that guide both strategy and culture building: People, Process, Product, and Project, balanced with values like Love, Laugh, Live, a reminder that leadership is both performance and presence.
Under Dr.Raul’s leadership, The Forttuna Group has become a thriving ecosystem that nurtures impact at scale. The organization’s initiatives extend from mentoring startups to acknowledging leaders whose work is driving global change.
One of the group’s most transformative platforms is The FFTB Show by Raul Handa, where inspiring business leaders and global entrepreneurs share founder journey insights and real stories of success blending entrepreneurship storytelling with practical lessons.
Additionally, through programs like the Forttuna Global Excellence Awards, Forttuna Councils and Forttuna Global 100, Dr. Handa has created spaces where innovation leaders and entrepreneur trailblazers are celebrated for pushing boundaries, shaping industries, and redefining what modern leadership looks like on a global scale.
Dr. Handa’s impact isn’t just measured in hashtags or headlines, it's recognized by institutions and networks around the world. He is a Stanford Seed Consultant, a member of the Forttuna Business Councils, Forbes Business Council, and a three-time TEDx speaker who shares insights on leadership, resilience, and vision with audiences spanning continents.
In 2025, his appointment as a Special Envoy to the Permanent Observer (PO) at the United Nations marked a significant expansion of his influence beyond the business world. He was also recently appointed as a Member of the Royal Institute of International Affairs (Chatham House), one of the world’s leading policy institutions. Additionally, he serves in this capacity to further strengthen his engagement in global diplomacy.
These roles reflect the growing reach of his work into international development, where he actively contributes to discussions surrounding infrastructure advancement, sustainability, and inclusive economic growth.
Even as he scales global initiatives, Dr. Handa’s leadership journey is deeply personal. From rebuilding teams with integrity to confronting personal challenges and priorities, his career reflects resilience as much as achievement. In his own reflections, he’s shown that bold decisions whether in business or in life often lead to the most meaningful outcomes.
Today, Dr. Raul Handa DBA isn’t just known as an entrepreneur or business leader he is seen as a catalyst for entrepreneurial growth, a storyteller of leadership journeys, and a voice that amplifies global impact. From startup success stories to founder journey insights, his platforms are shaping how modern leaders think about influence, purpose, and legacy.
Whether on The FFTB Show, at international leadership forums, or through visionary recognition platforms like Forttuna Global Excellence Awards and Forttuna Global 100, Dr. Handa continues to write chapters in a leadership story that is as inspiring as it is influential.
The arc of Dr. Raul Handa’s career is both personal and global, a blend of resilience, strategic innovation, and commitment to empowering others. His narrative isn’t merely about accolades; it’s about the ripples of impact felt across teams, startups, industries, and societies.
And in an age where leadership is reimagined daily, Raul’s journey offers a roadmap not just for success, but for significance.
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