Ricardo Karam on the Advisory Committee of We Design Beirut Week
Ricardo Karam on the Advisory Committee of We Design Beirut Week 22-26 October 2025 Ricardo Karam joined the advisory committee for the second edition of “We Design Beirut 2025”, a landmark four-day cultural festival which transformed Beirut into a vibrant hub for design, architecture and heritage. The event spanned multiple historic venues in the city, […]
Ricardo Karam Joins Panel on Empowering Women Leaders
Ricardo Karam Joins Panel on Empowering Women Leaders 23 October 2025 Ricardo Karam took part in a high-level panel discussion about “The role of media in shaping Arab identity and the urgent need to reclaim our own narrative” in Beirut dedicated to empowering women leaders and highlighting their growing influence across sectors. The conference brought […]
Ricardo Karam at AUB and AUB Mediterraneo Opening Ceremonies
Ricardo Karam at AUB and AUB Mediterraneo Opening Ceremonies 2 September 2025 At the beginning of the 2025–2026 academic year, Ricardo Karam attended the opening ceremonies of both the American University of Beirut (AUB) main campus in Beirut and AUB Mediterraneo in Paphos. The events marked a vibrant return of students to campus life, filled […]
St. Joseph School Commencement
St. Joseph School Commencement 21 June 2025 Ricardo Karam addressed the graduating class of St. Joseph School as keynote speaker, offering a heartfelt message of hope, purpose, and civic responsibility. His words resonated deeply with students and families, marking a memorable milestone in their educational journey.
IC Commencement Ceremony
IC Commencement Ceremony 18 June 2025 Ricardo Karam will deliver the keynote address at the International College (IC) 2025 Commencement Ceremony, held at the Seaside Pavilion in Beirut. Addressing graduating students, families, and faculty, Karam’s message will celebrate resilience, identity, and the power of purposeful leadership as IC’s graduates step into their future.
RHU Commencement Ceremony
RHU Commencement Ceremony 15 June 2025 Ricardo Karam delivered the keynote address at Rafik Hariri University’s 2025 Commencement Ceremony, inspiring the next generation of bold thinkers, changemakers, and future leaders. His words echoed RHU’s mission to empower youth with purpose, identity, and vision for a brighter Arab world.
World No Tobacco Day
World No Tobacco Day 30 May 2025 On the occasion of World No Tobacco Day, Hôtel-Dieu de France hosted a meaningful event under the WHO theme “Unmasking the Appeal” where Ricardo Karam delivered the keynote, addressing the growing risks of tobacco use, particularly among youth drawn to e-cigarettes and IQOS.
AUB Board of Trustees’ Meetings & Commencement Exercises
AUB Board of Trustees’ Meetings & Commencement Exercises 29 May 2025 As a member of AUB’s Board of Trustees, Ricardo Karam attended the annual meetings held on the main campus for 2 days in a row. The meetings culminated in two powerful commencement ceremonies, celebrating over 2,000 graduates, a moving testament to education’s enduring power […]
A Night of Celebration and Purpose: TAKREEM Spring Gala
A Night of Celebration and Purpose: TAKREEM Spring Gala 17 April 2025 Dubai played host to a remarkable evening as TAKREEM Foundation held its much-anticipated Spring Gala, drawing an eclectic and distinguished crowd from across the Arab world and beyond. The event, orchestrated with elegance and heart, celebrated the spirit of Arab excellence while serving […]
TAKREEM’s Annual Boards’ Meetings in Dubai
TAKREEM’s Annual Boards’ Meetings in Dubai 15 April 2025 As part of TAKREEM Foundation’s ongoing commitment to excellence and impact across the Arab world, Founder Ricardo Karam convened the annual meetings of the Board of Trustees and the Jury Board in Dubai. These high-level gatherings brought together distinguished members from around the world to evaluate, […]