A GLOBAL TEAM FOR A GLOBAL COMPANY
Beart & Gibson Group’s success is driven by its forward-thinking Board of Directors and teams of regional and country directors known for their operational excellence, decisive executions, and organisational adaptabilities. They are fully engaged in the oversight of Beart & Gibson Group’s strategies, operating results, and sustainability initiatives.
The team with their capabilities, experience, and commitment, works together to ensure Beart & Gibson Group stays true to its purpose of providing different, excellent services and products in the industries involved. But also making sure that we are committed and continue to support communities’ economic and social growth.
Our Board of Directors, led by our dynamic Chairman and CEO Arty Hyseni, is made up of savvy entrepreneurs and industry experts, bringing years of experience to the Group. These designated members manage diverse parts of the global business. Full details of each member and the areas they operate within can be found in our Board of Directors section.
Our regional directors, country directors and sales teams on the ground, appointed strategically in Europe, Africa and South Asia are a diverse team of different backgrounds, offering a deep local expertise, knowledge, and services on the local and regional markets where The Group operates.
We work together tirelessly to help the Group grow and succeed following the core principles and values of Beart & Gibson Group culture: Honesty, Integrity, Engagement, Accountability and Collective Success.
GROUP CHAIRMAN AND CEO
Arty Hyseni
CHAIRMAN AND CEO
UK – Africa – Europe – South America – Middle East
Arty Hyseni
CHAIRMAN AND CEO
UK – Africa – Europe – South America – Middle East
Arty Hyseni, the esteemed Chairman and CEO of Beart & Gibson Group, stands as the visionary architect of the company’s remarkable trajectory, having meticulously orchestrated its growth through strategic planning, structural refinement, and a relentless pursuit of success. With a seasoned career spanning over 27 years as an entrepreneur, Arty has manifested an unparalleled ability to navigate diverse industries, ranging from Commodity Trading, Construction, to IT and Media, fostering a culture of ambition and empowerment within the organization.
As a respected figure in both the Private, Government, and Commercial sectors, Arty Hyseni has earned a sterling reputation for building high-growth enterprises founded on principles of integrity and fostering “instant trust” relationships. His diverse expertise has not only steered Beart & Gibson Group to new heights but has also propelled him into the role of a global business traveler, adept at recalibrating business strategies to seize emerging opportunities and markets worldwide.
Headquartered in the United Kingdom, Beart & Gibson Group extends its influence across the globe, with offices strategically positioned from Africa to Eastern Europe, South Asia, and beyond. Arty’s unwavering commitment to innovation and adaptability is evident in the Group’s recent foray into online platforms, capitalizing on one of the world’s fastest-growing industries.
Beyond his role at Beart & Gibson, Arty Hyseni is the distinguished founder of the British Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce, embodying his dedication to fostering international business collaborations. His entrepreneurial acumen extends to the masterminding of transformative platforms such as Love My Ghana, poised to expand its footprint into every corner of Africa, PickMe Service, Imagine Mart, Imagine Beauty, Imagine Health, each a testament to his commitment to creating value and positive impact.
From his early childhood, one word encapsulates Arty’s mindset — “Willpower.” This unwavering spirit continues to drive him in steering Beart & Gibson Group towards unprecedented success, making him a revered figure in the global business landscape.
GROUP BOARD MEMBERS
Ella Elboim
DIRECTOR AND BOARD MEMBER
Ella brings to the team years of experience in many sectors. Her knowledge and relationships forged over many years as a businesswoman is unique and unmatched. She is well known in UK and around the world for brokering many deals in Real Estate, Gold and Diamonds.
Neve Hyseni
Group Digital/Marketing Director and Board Member
Neve Hyseni leads Beart & Gibson Group’s digital marketing team, driving the promotion and growth of the Group’s brands. With a master’s degree in French Literature and Language, she has extensive experience in content creation and digital marketing. Certified in SEO, keyword research, and social media, Neve has played a key role in enhancing the Group’s online presence, resulting in successful partnerships and investments.
H.E AMBASSADOR DR. Curtel ST. A. Fraser
NON-EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND BOARD MEMBER
Curtel is a seasoned, honest, reliable professional businessman and a prominent force in the Information Technology and Finance marketplace, with 40+ years experience in senior management. He has provided services to the Private, Government and Commercial Sectors. During 2009-2019, Curtel was recruited by a number of high profile/senior government representatives to assist in sourcing funds and participate in various large Humanitarian, Construction, Infrastructure and clean Renewable/Green Energy saving projects.
Ahmed Waheed
GROUP DIRECTOR OF IT and Board Member
Range of knowledge and experience in both Software and Services. Providing solution to Small, Medium and Large size businesses in these sectors. Skilled in IT and Software.
Chris Dent
CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER and Board Member
Range of knowledge and experience in both Software and Services, from design to coding and providing Solutions to Small, Medium and Large size businesses in these sectors. Exceptionally skilled in I.T and software. Over 35 years experience.
Lulzim Idrizi
OPERATIONS MANAGER IN UK AND AFRICA
Managing operations in the UK in various Industries that the company is involved in. Experience in Eastern Europe and also Africa. Managed very successful project for the company in Nigeria, River State. Tireless and willingness to support the company is one of his exceptional traits.
Regional DIrectors
Dr. AMOS SHELLEY
Western AFRICA REGIONAL DIRECTOR and Country Director Nigeria
Dr. Amos, a business graduate from Nigeria, has over 25 years of experience in business and project management. With a strong focus on global business and industry, he brings extensive managerial skills and a reputation for delivering successful outcomes across diverse markets. His passion for innovation and determination has earned him significant credits and goodwill in the field.
Fikile Zitumane
Southern AFRICA REGIONAL DIRECTOR
Fikile brings over 30 years of experience in global marketing and healthcare management, with a strong background in European markets. Her expertise includes healthcare center design, supply chain logistics for agricultural products, medical equipment, and other commodities. Passionate about sustainable farming and capacity building for marginalised communities, Fikile is committed to creating value and believes discipline is key to growth
Franck boumba
CENTRAL AFRICA REGIONAL DIRECTOR
Franck has over 15 year working experience in oil & Gas industry, both offshore & onshore, including 5 year experience working with Government. Franck,s remit is to establish Beart and Gibson’s relationship with Government in the Southern Hemisphere particularly African countries thereby facilitating diverse business opportunities that abound Beart and Gibson’s with its network. Being educate of highest level as Subsea Engineer and having PGDP in Sustainable Energy and BSc in deliver innovative, reliable and cost-effective solutions for diverse projects in the Southern Hemisphere working in synergy with key players in different sector including here Governments; Oil & Gas, Administration, Mining & Pipeline industry, Wind, Photovoltaic, Agriculture, Architecture, Port Management and much more.
ABDUL WAHEED
SOUTHern ASIA REGIONAL DIRECTOR and country director Pakistan
Choudhry Abdul Waheed, born in April 1958 in renowned ancient town Harappa in Punjab Pakistan,started his career becoming an engineer in Textile Industry.
Being a son of Landlord his farming expertise led him to be a Punjab’s well known importer and supplier of Pesticides and bespoke Agricultural equipments and machinery for decades.
He extended his businesses from Retail Projects to Steel Industry and Property development.
Since 2018 he is sharing expertise with a fast growing multinational company BEART AND GIBSON as Regional Director.
Adane Mogess
Eastern AFRICA REGIONAL DIRECTOR
Electronic technology for Automotive Engineering and Business Administrator. Over 20 years Experience in Europe and East Africa.
Suela Dedej
The Balkans Regional Director and Country director ALbania
Suela began her career as a beauty consultant specialist in 2010, in London, where she attended London College of Beauty Therapy, later followed with opening her own beauty and therapy salon in Albania and one of the most well-known Art galleries in the country. Suela’s experience within the aesthetics and beauty industry, together with an in-depth knowledge and understanding of sales and marketing drives the Group’s strategies in the region of Balkans, increasing sales and awareness of the brands, products, and services, by observing the regional market, competitors and industry trends.
Country directors
CHARLES Atta ARKORFUL
COUNTRY DIRECTOR – GHANA
A distinguished entrepreneur with over 30 years of business leadership, is currently at the forefront of our office in Ghana. Renowned for his versatile expertise in education, real estate, investments, exports, imports, paints, gold, and agriculture, Arkorful is a trailblazer in the business realm. His visionary approach and commitment to excellence drive our ventures, contributing to local and global business landscapes alike.
Mwansa simwangala
COUNTRY DIRECTOR – ZAMBIA
Responsible for Southern Africa Projects and Business Development, Mwansa Simwangala, has a rich and diverse entrepreneur expertise spanning more than 10 years. Her diversity of business acumen includes mining, energy, roads infrastructure and engineering to mention just a few. Madame Mwansa’s greatest assets are her in depth knowledge of everything she does but also her work ethics and great communication skills and as such she is very valued member of Beart and Gibson Core Team.
MR. RADOMIR JANKOVIC
COUNTRY DIRECTOR – SERBIA
Radomir Jankovic is the Country Director for Serbia at Beart & Gibson Group. With extensive experience in managing large-scale operations, he is responsible for overseeing the Group’s projects in Serbia, driving business growth and operational excellence. Radomir is known for his strategic vision, leadership, and expertise in navigating complex markets, contributing to the Group’s success in the region.
Belothi W Bokesse
Country Director Democratic Republic of The Congo
Belothi W Bokesse leads our mission to improve communication among the Arts Interior Design field and manufacturing of decoration materials in construction sectors and enhance the understanding of product quality issues.
Mr. Tewodros y Bishaw
Country Director – Ethiopia
Tewodros Bishaw is the Ethiopia Country Director for Beart & Gibson Group.With extensive experience as an international business and financial advisor, he oversees multimillion-dollar operations, focusing on IT and renewable energy transformation. Tewodros has completed courses from prestigious institutions like Harvard, Yale, and the IMF, and has provided consulting expertise to multiple Ethiopian banks and companies in international finance.
Mr. Modou Sanneh
COUNTRY DIRECTOR – THE GAMBIA
Mr. Modou is endowed with vast wealth of knowledge in business both locally and internationally, span from commodity trading, real estate, e-commerce, hospitality management, agriculture and agricultural products, transport and logistics. Mr. Modou has provided consultancy in various sectors of investment in Africa. He has high network in the government of many West African countries. Now proudly member and partner of Beart and Gibson Group as a Country Director for The Gambia.
Ilir Dibra
Country DIRECTOR – Kosova
CO – Managing operations in Kosova and Balkan Region in various Industries that the company is involved in. Experience in Eastern Europe and also Africa. Visited Africa on many occasion and has garnered great in-depth experience. Very valuable member of Beart and Gibson Group.
Mr. Modou Sanneh
COUNTRY DIRECTOR – THE GAMBIA
Mr. Modou is endowed with vast wealth of knowledge in business both locally and internationally, span from commodity trading, real estate, e-commerce, hospitality management, agriculture and agricultural products, transport and logistics. Mr. Modou has provided consultancy in various sectors of investment in Africa. He has high network in the government of many West African countries. Now proudly member and partner of Beart and Gibson Group as a Country Director for The Gambia.
Beart & Gibson Team Members
Arta Hyseni
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
Marketing graduate and enthusiastic learner with an eye for detail and insight into Social Media Marketing. Managing and Directing the Skincare and Beauty division of Beart and Gibson in Kosova and Balkan Region through our partnership with Bellus International Group.
Engida Bekele
Architectural and Construcion
Accomplished at directing large, multi-disciplinary design teams and harnessing the creative talent while maintaining the respect and focus on the budget and schedule of the project. Bespoke Architect with over 25 years global experience
Tom Buelens
SENIOR ADVISOR
Tom Buelens brings 20 years of experience in international business development, having started with Abdul Aziz Alghanim General Trading & Contracting Group in Kuwait. He is focused on business growth in India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives, with an emphasis on offshore wind power, sustainable construction, and waste-to-energy projects. Tom is recognized for his extensive global network of business contacts.
Heri Teferi
Ethiopia
Heri Teferi is an Ethiopian businesswoman actively engaged in several key projects with Beart & Gibson Group in Ethiopia. She is known for her strategic leadership and commitment to driving growth across diverse sectors, contributing significantly to the Group’s success in the region.
Department Leaders
Mr. Muhammad A Waheed
Director of Accounts Deapartment
Muhammad A. Waheed, a fellow Qualified Accountant from the 2012 batch, has over a decade of experience in financial management, overseeing Finance, Legal, IT, and Investor Relations. He has been instrumental in business restructuring and strategic initiatives across various sectors. Known for his innovation, Waheed leads the digital and technology strategy for the organization and has worked with companies like Breakthrough Financial Services and AA Polypharma.
FAISAL CHEEMA
IT Office Manager & Team Leader
South Asia – Pakistan
Faisal Cheema is the IT Office Manager and Team Leader at Beart & Gibson Group. He leads the team responsible for maintaining and optimizing the Group’s IT infrastructure, ensuring smooth operations and effective technology integration. Faisal is recognized for his leadership and expertise in managing IT projects aligned with the company’s strategic objectives.
Irfan Akram
FRONTEND CORE WEB DEVELOPER
South Asia – Pakistan
Toqeer Ahmed
PROJECT MANAGER
South Asia – Pakistan