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Associated Press
a day ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Dr. Sarah Sun Liew Announces Prestigious Business Leadership Award and New Media Features
Dr. Sarah Sun Liew, CEO and author, celebrates new accolades including the Business Leadership Excellence Award and features in top global lists. Her recognition spans multiple prestigious outlets and awards. United States, June 28, 2025 -- Dr. Sarah Sun Liew, CEO, U.S. Senate candidate, and acclaimed author, is excited to announce her receipt of the Business Leadership Excellence Award at the CXO 2.0 Conference held in Las Vegas in March 2025. This prestigious recognition celebrates Dr. Liew's exceptional contributions to business leadership, innovation, and community empowerment, underscoring her role as a transformative force in multiple industries. Additionally, Dr. Liew's company, MPS Merchant Services Group Inc., was honored as one of The Chief's Digest's '10 Smartest Companies to Watch 2025.' This acknowledgment highlights MPS's groundbreaking work in the fintech sector, particularly in advancing financial inclusion and providing innovative solutions for small businesses. Dr. Liew's accomplishments have been featured in more than 550 media outlets, including Yahoo Finance, NBC, and The Chief's Digest, placing her in the spotlight as a recognized leader and changemaker. These recognitions come alongside several other prestigious awards that reinforce Dr. Liew's impact on the global business landscape. Recognition Among Top Industry Leaders In addition to the Business Leadership Excellence Award, Dr. Liew has recently been recognized in several influential rankings that highlight her contributions to business and societal transformation. Notable awards include: These prestigious recognitions underscore Dr. Liew's influence as a top business leader, innovative entrepreneur, and changemaker. Continued Recognition and Media Attention In addition to the Business Leadership Excellence Award, Dr. Liew has been featured in numerous prominent media outlets that reflect her diverse contributions. Her most recent articles in New York Weekly, US Reporter, and Los Angeles Wire explore the depth of her work across multiple industries, from nonprofit leadership to technology innovation. These articles, alongside the recent awards, reflect the continued growth of Dr. Liew's profile as a leader in her field and a recognized public figure. Media Highlights and Ongoing Press Features Dr. Liew has been prominently featured in various high-profile media outlets, showcasing her impact across industries. In addition to the aforementioned articles, Dr. Liew's influence has been covered in major publications like NBC, Yahoo Finance, ABC and CBS, where her leadership and entrepreneurial achievements have been recognized. These pieces underscore her reputation as a trailblazer and advocate for economic development and community growth. Looking Forward: Dr. Liew's Continued Impact With a strong track record of success in business, public service, and leadership, Dr. Liew's influence continues to grow. As she prepares for future endeavors, including her ongoing work as a U.S. Senate candidate, Dr. Liew remains committed to fostering job creation, economic stability, and positive change. Her continued recognition in top industry awards and media outlets ensures that she remains at the forefront of innovation and leadership. About the Author: Dr. Sarah Sun Liew Dr. Sarah Sun Liew is a Korean-American entrepreneur, pastor, educator, and international bestselling author. She is the founder and CEO of several companies, including Meridian Beverly Hills Realty and Management Inc., MPS Merchant Services Group Inc., and Meridian Beverly Hills Investment and Legal Group LLC. With over 30 years of experience across business, finance, education, and ministry, Dr. Liew is also the senior pastor at Global Jesus Mission Church and founder of multiple nonprofits supporting small businesses and Christian entrepreneurs. A Harvard and MIT-educated leader with multiple doctoral degrees, Dr. Liew has authored over 20 books and has been featured in more than 500 media outlets, including Yahoo Finance, Fox News, and Politico. She has run for U.S. Congress and Senate and plans to continue her public service in the 2026 Senate election. Learn more at and Media Contact: Dr. Sarah Sun Liew MPS Merchant Services Group Inc Owner/CEO/Founder For More Information: Email: [email protected] / [email protected] Website: / Contact Info: Name: Dr. Sarah Sun Liew Email: Send Email Organization: MPS Merchant Services Group Inc Website: Release ID: 89163448 If there are any problems, discrepancies, or queries related to the content presented in this press release, we kindly ask that you notify us immediately at [email protected] (it is important to note that this email is the authorized channel for such matters, sending multiple emails to multiple addresses does not necessarily help expedite your request). Our responsive team will be available round-the-clock to address your concerns within 8 hours and take necessary actions to rectify any identified issues or support you with press release takedowns. Ensuring accurate and trustworthy information is our unwavering commitment.
The National
13-05-2025
- Business
- The National
Emirati benefit claimants to receive training in effort to get back to work
The UAE has launched a scheme to provide training to Emiratis who are receiving financial support from the government, in an effort to help them find work. The initiative, which has already been in place for several months, was officially announced on Monday by Shamma Al Mazrui, Minister of Community Empowerment. Ms Al Mazrui said the project would empower citizens by offering them the opportunity to be productive members of the community. 'We don't want individuals to depend on the government in financial aid, but we want the person to participate [in society] and be productive," she said. While the government is always prepared to assist citizens in need, she added, now is the time for them to give back to their country. 'We want to change the mentality in society to sit back and wait for the government to solve challenges. People should take a step forward," Ms Al Mazrui said. How does the scheme work? Under the initiative, citizens on low incomes and receiving financial aid will be enrolled in courses that provide the skills they need to return to the workplace. They will continue to receive assistance during their training. 'We don't want the low-income family to survive, but to thrive. Survival alone is not an option. We want them to be prosperous families participating in society,' Ms Al Mazrui said. 'We want them to be contributors, rather than only depending on us." The UAE's social welfare programme for low-income citizens is available to Emirati families whose income is less than Dh25,000 ($6,800) a month. The programme offers Dh5,000 aid a month for citizens over the age of 45, housing allowance up to Dh2,500 a month, university education allowance of Dh3,200 a month to outstanding students and Dh5,000 a month for six months to those who are unemployed. In addition, the government offers an inflation allowance, which covers food, electricity, water and fuel costs. More than 3,800 people have already found work through the scheme, Ms Al Mazrui said. The ministry aims to empower 10,000 families to become financially independent by 2030. The ministry also hopes to increase the number of registered volunteers to 1,000,000 by 2031, from its current level of 630,000.
Jordan Times
20-04-2025
- Business
- Jordan Times
JRF, Aqaba Governorate Council sign agreement to empower women, youth
The Jordan River Foundation and the Aqaba Governorate Council sign a collaboration agreement to promote trainings in women and youth empowerment (Photo courtesy of JRF) AMMAN — For the third year in a row, the Jordan River Foundation (JRF) and the Aqaba Governorate Council (AGC) have signed a collaboration agreement to promote trainings in women and youth empowerment across the southern port city. Supporting the foundation's Community Empowerment Programme, the agreement was signed by AGC Chair Harb Aloweidat and JRF's Director General Enaam Barrishi, according to a JRF statement. The agreement paves the way for interventions aimed at enhancing the capacity of women, youth and adolescents across a variety of social, economic, and technological areas under the AGC-funded Empowering Local Communities in Aqaba project. Through this partnership, the project will equip adolescents with tools for social innovation and entrepreneurship, while fostering a culture of creativity and providing safe learning environments. Economically, the agreement supports providing financial grants and diverse technical trainings to enable women and youth to establish their own projects in agriculture, handicrafts, and food processing. It also aims to create job opportunities for university graduates by building their capacities in graphic design and data management using AI tools. The project aims at empowering communities across Aqaba, from urban centres to remote villages, by promoting innovation, sustainable development, and social change, particularly in shifting perceptions about women and youth's societal roles. The project has so far funded 68 women-led businesses in various sectors including services and tourist enterprises since 2023. For 87 women, it offered a variety of training courses in content production, project management, and self-empowerment. Also, over 1,400 children and teenagers benefited from the project via events held at JRF's Queen Rania Al Abdullah Centre for Community Empowerment in Aqaba, while 15 Aqaba-based community volunteers received social innovation trainings, and went on to mentor over 3,200 children via the centre's mobile social innovation station.
