OUR TEAM
MANAGEMENT
Anis Khan
Founder & President
With over two decades of experience as a business owner and industry
leader in the field of aviation security, air cargo and logistics,
Anis has gained first-hand knowledge of the challenges facing small
businesses operating in different sectors and with varied cultural
backgrounds. His experience of forging deep personal connections
with business partners has led him to create and support various
trade groups throughout his career. He now brings that experience to
GSBH. Anis is CEO of Intrapass GmbH, a pivotal freight company
nestled within the bustling confines of Zurich Airport.
Roman Sommerau
Co-Founder & Vice President
With a background in engineering and operations in airport ground
handling, Roman brings hands-on experience in key areas that are
relevant for SMEs. He has spent over 8 years overseeing issues such
as health, safety, security, quality, training, emergency management
and tender creation at Airline Assistance Switzerland AG. Roman is a
native of the Davos region and works to ensure that local businesses
also benefit from GSBH's events and network. A graduate of the ZHAW
School of engineering in Winterthur, Switzerland, he also serves as
an officer in the Swiss Air Force.
Sheikh Mohammed H. J. Al Thani
Vice President
Sheikh Mohammed is an influential leader with expertise in strategic
business management, international relations, and entrepreneurship.
Currently the chairman of Anchorage Offshore Maintenance, where he
is driving international expansion. He has a variety of experiences
in business planning, plant management, treasury and strategy, and
has also managed various real estate and service projects at Arabian
Construction Engineering Company. He holds a BSc in Management with
International Business from Royal Holloway University of London.
Robin Khan
Operations Head
Robin is a versatile professional with expertise in plant and
equipment manufacturing, finance, and administration. His
proficiency in technology, creativity techniques and IT resources
are key to the smooth operation of GSBH. Robin currently leads the
finance and human resources functions at Intrapass GmbH. A graduate
of the TEKO Swiss Technical School, he is fluent in English and
German.
Rolf Muller
Secretary General
Rolf Muller acts as Secretary General for Global SME Business Home
(GSBH). For over 20 years, Rolf Muller has been working locally as
manager with various express courier companies, taking care of
clients both within Switzerland and abroad. Well travelled and
experienced in working with different cultures, Rolf Muller brings
personal enthusiasm and commitment to building up and maintaining
Global SME Business Home (GSBH), and the opportunity to meet the
challenge of devising and providing the distinct service Global
Swiss Business Hub (GSBH) offers its members. Besides his position
as Secretary General for Global SME Business Home (GSBH), Rolf
Muller is a product consultant for Swiss Post International.
Caroline Bernard
Administration
Caroline Bernard brings a wealth of experience to Global Swiss
Business Hub (GSBH) and our team, blending a robust background in
business administration, marketing, and advertising with a Bachelor
of Business from New Zealand. Her career spans diverse sectors
including key accounts in tea, palm oil, and nonwovens industries.
Having lived and worked in Malaysia, New Zealand, and Switzerland,
Caroline possesses a deep understanding of global business dynamics
and a strong curiosity for diverse cultures. During her time in
Switzerland, Caroline developed a keen interest in education,
pursuing a teaching qualification in English. Her unique blend of
professional expertise and dedication to knowledge transfer has
consistently inspired her students. Caroline is eager to contribute
her operational and administrative acumen to Global SME Business
Home (GSBH), driving team success and growth as she integrates
seamlessly into our corporate environment.
ADVISORY BOARD
Salim Shaikh
Advisor - India Region
Salim is the owner and CEO of Fast Transport Carrier Pvt. Ltd., a
leading logistics company specializing in transportation,
warehousing, and supply chain solutions. With years of industry
expertise, he serves as a trusted advisor to GSBH, offering insights
on operational efficiency and growth strategies. His leadership has
driven FastTPL's success in delivering reliable and scalable
logistics services, making him a valuable asset to any business
ecosystem seeking innovation in logistics and supply chain
management.
Catherine Daniels
Advisor - Ghana Region
Catherine Daniels possesses over 20 years of experience in the
freight forwarding industry and has a substantial background in the
maritime sector. She holds a Master's degree in International
Business from the Paris Graduate School of Management in France.
Throughout her career, Ms. Daniels has developed extensive expertise
in customer service and has effectively organized and coordinated
various international conferences.
Derya Bozovali
Vice President
Derya brings a wealth of international connections to GSBH. She is
the Chairperson of Bozobali Holding, a Turkish conglomerate focused
on health, education, mining and community services, and is also the
general manager of Neftan private equity funds across Turkey, the
Middle East and Africa. She brings significant experience working
with charitable organisations, including one in her mother's name
focusing on girls' education in Turkey. Derya holds a bachelor's
degree in international finance from Columbia University and a
Master's degree in corporate finance from the University of Toronto.
Theresa Al-Wadi
Advisor
With over 20 years of experience in the tourism and events industry,
Theresa is the Founder and CEO of Gtour Travel & Events in Germany.
She has a proven track record in organizing international
conferences across a diverse range of industries, including
pharmaceuticals, IT, and sustainability. Additionally, Theresa has
successfully launched several innovative start-up initiatives, such
as the Arabia Friendly certification and the spatial marketing
platform, Viewz. Having lived on four continents and fluent in eight
languages, she brings a global perspective and a deep understanding
of cross-cultural dynamics to her work.
Simon Lai
Advisor
Simon brings along more than 20 years of extensive regional business
development in the sales of Information Technology and Logistics &
Supply Chain Execution software, with an excellent track record in
developing successful reseller and channel sales network in South
East Asia (Cambodia, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore,
Thailand, Vietnam).
Salim Abdallah Al Masroori
Advisor
Salim is a seasoned management professional with a particular focus
on the tourism sector. He is currently Owner and General Manager of
Arabian Explorers in Oman, where he oversees operations and is
focused on enhancing operational efficiency and driving growth. With
his extensive background and participation in over 35 workshops and
international tourism exhibitions, Salim brings a valuable
events-oriented perspective to the network.
Dr. Ratnesh Thapliyal
Advisor
Having earned a PhD from the University of Basel, Ratnesh is a
scientist turned entrepreneur with extensive experience in the
technology start-up space. He founded enterprises in both industrial
diagnostics (AlphaDiagnostics) and chemical detection (SmellCells)
and sits on the board of three other companies. He also contributes
to maritime safety through advisory work for the industry. Ratnesh
is passionate and committed to bringing groundbreaking technologies
to solve the real-world challenge on a global scale.
Amina Ahmed Raza
Advisor - Pakistan Region
Amina Ahmed Raza has over 14 years of experience in Pakistan's
corporate events industry and is currently Head of Projects at SKEN
Business Management Services. She is known for her expertise in
organizing impactful events in the Industrial, Energy, and
Engineering sectors, including conferences, seminars, and workshops.
With a strong background in corporate communications, event
planning, and business development, Amina has successfully managed
over 50 major events. She also offers consultancy services, using
her deep industry knowledge to deliver relevant and results-driven
events that meet the specific needs of her clients in these sectors.
Sohrab Khan
Advisor
With over 30 years of experience in the global logistics and freight
forwarding industry, Sohrab has had to navigate diverse economic and
cultural environments throughout his career. Having held management
positions with MSAS (Royal Air Cargo) in Dubai, Atlas Logistics in
Singapore and China Global Lines Limited in Hong Kong, he is now a
prominent leader in the sector, which is key to many growing
businesses.
Carmen Sommerau
Local Advisor & Expert in Hospitality Excellence
Carmen brings extensive experience in the tourism and hospitality
industry, excelling at pre-opening planning and team leadership.
Having completed postgraduate studies at the EHL Swiss School of
Tourism and Hospitality, she subsequently held key roles in
prestigious establishments such as The Dorchester in London and the
Snow Polo in St. Moritz. Carmen serves as a local advisor for the
2025 Davos congress, leveraging her deep connections in the
Graubunden region to ensure exceptional service excellence and
community engagement.
Capt. Osman Mohamed Farah
Advisor
Captain Osman is a distinguished leader in the multi-modal logistics
industry, boasting a career that spans nearly four decades. A sea
captain early in his career, he then took on operational positions
for various freight companies before joining Air Cargo Trader LLC in
2004, where he continues to focus on strategic business in the
Eastern African market. His maritime acumen and leadership prowess
make him a valuable advisor to GSBH.
Mohkam A. Bahakim
Advisor
As the founder and CEO of Bahakim Group, Mohkam brings crucial
regional business experience and contacts to his advisory role at
GSBH. Under his leadership Bahakim Group, which specialises in
customs clearance, shipping, and logistics within Saudi Arabia and
across the Middle East, has become the top freight broker in Saudi
Arabia.
Niazul Islam Rony
Operations Chief - Bangladesh Region
Niazul is a young professional who excels at transforming logistical
challenges into streamlined operations. He has held a variety of
positions in e-commerce, sales, marketing, logistics, and global
supply chain management and also specialises in public relations and
branding. As CEO of Amvines Logistics Limited in Dhaka, Bangladesh,
Niazul leads a technology-focused logistics provider with nationwide
footprint. Niazul holds a Bachelor's Degree from Lincoln University
College in Malaysia and is fluent in English, Hindi, Malay, and
Bengali.
Chheku Dukpa
Advisor
Chheku is renowned for his work as a social worker, philanthropist,
and reformer. He is best known as the founder of Global Village
Connections (GVC), a travel company, and GVC Global Ventures,
promoting organic farming, smart waste management and other green
technologies. His leadership role in global tourism and
sustainability allow him to bring valuable perspectives to GSBH.