Chairman of RWS Energy Services, Sidawi became interested in the field studying and investing in energy products throughout Africa and the Middle East. He then began investing in the US energy industry, focusing on petroleum exploration, production and services companies. His energy related periodicals are published in Washington, London, New York and Singapore. Along with energy he also accumulated a vast experience in real estate and industrial development projects. Sidawi serves on the board of several non-profit institutions such as the Guggenheim Museum.
The interview with Ricardo Karam took place in St. Paul de Vence, France.