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Dubai Business Award, 9 Dec 2026

Ramya Ramesh
Nominated | Dubai Business Award

Ramya Ramesh

Senior Digital & Communications Manager at SAHARA

15 to 20 years experience

Ethical Leadership Through Integrity, Strategic Thinking & Meaningful Impact

  • Ethical Leadership Excellence Award

About Ramya

My journey in digital marketing, communications and media has been shaped by curiosity, hard work and a constant desire to learn, grow and create meaningful impact. Since starting my career in 2015, I have worked across different industries and markets, managing campaigns, building strategies, leading teams and helping businesses connect with their audiences in meaningful ways. As a Senior Digital & Communications Manager at SAHARA Dubai, I believe that leadership is about more than delivering results. It is about building trust, taking responsibility, treating people with respect and making decisions with integrity. In a fast-moving industry where trends and technology are constantly changing, I believe our values should remain consistent. What drives me is the opportunity to turn ideas into impact, help people grow, solve challenges and keep pushing myself beyond what I already know. I value collaboration, honest communication and the belief that success means more when it is achieved the right way. For me, ethical leadership is not just a title or an achievement. It is reflected in the everyday choices we make, the commitments we honour and the way we treat the people we work with. I am proud of how far my journey has brought me, but I see this as only the beginning. I want to continue growing as a leader, contribute to the industry, inspire other professionals and show that ambition and integrity can go hand in hand.

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About SAHARA

SAHARA is a 360-degree marketing and communications agency that helps businesses and organizations build strong brands, connect with their audiences and achieve their marketing goals. By bringing strategy, creativity, digital marketing, social media, content production, media planning and communications together, SAHARA delivers integrated solutions tailored to each client’s needs. With a focus on understanding every brand’s objectives, SAHARA combines creative thinking, digital expertise and strategic execution to develop campaigns that strengthen brand visibility, engage audiences and support business growth. As part of the SAHARA team, I contribute to delivering integrated marketing and digital communication solutions, helping our clients strengthen their presence and create meaningful connections with their audiences.

About Ramya's team

At SAHARA, our team brings together diverse talents across social media management, design, video production, digital marketing and communications. Each team plays an important role in helping our clients build their brands, share their stories and connect with their audiences. From social media managers planning content and managing platforms, to designers bringing ideas to life visually and the production team creating engaging photo and video content, our work involves close collaboration at every stage. We also support clients with press releases, media communications, content development and other brand communication requirements, ensuring consistency across different channels. As a team, we work together to turn ideas into meaningful communication. My role is to coordinate these different functions, align our efforts with client objectives, maintain quality and ensure everyone has the direction and support they need. I believe the strength of a team comes from respecting each person’s expertise, sharing ideas and working towards a common goal. Together, we bring strategy, creativity and communication to life, helping our clients build stronger brands and lasting connections with their audiences.

The journey

My journey began with a BBA, followed by postgraduate studies in Marketing and Retail Management, which gave me a strong foundation for my career. I started my professional journey at Time Magazine, where I gained valuable experience and a strong start in the industry. I then moved into affiliate marketing at Epsilon, followed by Neptune, where I expanded my expertise across social media, communications, digital marketing and digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising. Today, at SAHARA, I continue to grow my career across digital marketing and communications, working with government and commercial clients. Each step has helped me learn, adapt and take on new challenges while broadening my understanding of the industry. My passion for learning continues to shape my journey. I am currently pursuing a Master’s in Public Relations and Corporate Communication to deepen my theoretical knowledge, explore new perspectives and understand what the next generation of professionals is learning. I believe that experience and education go hand in hand, and I want to keep challenging myself, evolving as a leader and bringing together practical experience with new knowledge. For me, growth never stops. No matter how much we achieve, there is always more to learn, more to understand and more opportunities to become better at what we do.

Why your vote matters

Every achievement starts with dedication, hard work and a willingness to keep learning. Your vote would mean a lot to me, as it recognises the effort, commitment and passion I bring to my work every day. Thank you for being part of this journey and for supporting my nomination for the Ethical Leadership Excellence Award.

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Ethical Leadership Excellence Award

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People's Choice

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Ethical Leadership Excellence Award

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Ramya's road to the ceremony

  1. Nominated

    Nominated on 6 October 2026

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    Wednesday, 9 December 2026 at Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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