Those Who Inspire, Lebanon

Founded by Delphine Barets and Marlene Plomik as a publishing company, Those Who Inspire Ltd. launched its first book in 2012, aimed at encouraging millennials in Oman to follow their dreams, and has never looked back. Since then and on the back of overwhelming feedback, the authors decided to apply that same formula around the globe, with the result that the venture has grown into a movement which today includes Oman, UAE, Nigeria, Hong Kong, Kuwait and Mexico. In June 2018, Lebanon joined the ranks of these predecessors, with a book launch event at ESA marking the occasion. The publication features local individuals (30 women and 29 men), from various disciplines and based in different industries. Notable hospitality figures featured include Christine Assouad, Kamal Mouzawak and Joumana Dammous Salame.