SKYLOUNGE_SA_2022_ROYAL

I Summer-Autumn Edition 2022 SKYLOUNGE ‫مجلة على العقارات وإدارة الثروات‬ Michael Beard Partner J. Flowers Health Institute Understanding Dr. James Flowers the Human Founder J. Flowers Condition Health Institute Robbin Mooney Co-Founder J. Flowers Health Institute REAL ESTATE SPECIAL PRIVATE WEALTH USA - California Portrait J. Flowers Health Institute Portrait Alpadis Group Greece Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation Program Croatia “Full of Life”



Front cover photo: Leadership Team of J. Flowers Health Institute Editor’s Note Global Editor-in-Chief & ‫مدير التحرير‬ Publishing Director Welcome to our special summer-autumn edition of SKYLOUNGE. I will keep it short Marisa Zahra Ramirez this time and take the opportunity to highlight below one of the aphorisms mentioned to our SKY team when interviewing billionaire entrepreneur Tony Advisory Real Estate USA ‫عقارات أمريكا‬ Matharu - I really like it and it brings that “spirit” out needed in these difficult and Patricia Garza fast paced times. Audience Development ‫مشاركة الجمهور‬ I am looking forward to seeing you at our next forum in Houston (3rd October Elizabeth Rodriguez 2022), which will be held under the auspices of luxury rehab centre J. Flowers Health Institute, who are world-renowned for their unparalleled concierge health Middle East Correspondent ‫الشرق الأوسط‬ care to executives, high-profile individuals, young adults, adolescents, and those Hamza Lahlou with complex conditions. South East Asia & Indian Ocean ‫جنوب شرق آسيا‬ This edition is going to be a very exciting issue. Keep on reading to find out more! Avinay Soomaroo Enjoy! Executive Assistant ‫مساعد مدير تنفيذي‬ Zahra Lamrani Your most sincerely, Production ‫مدير الانتاج‬ Marisa Z. Ramirez Nazha Belhaj Editor-in-Chief Art & Design Advisory ‫تصميم فن الصورة‬ Mother Teresa: \"Do It Anyway\" Vanessa Gutierrez ‫تكنولوجيا المعلومات‬ People are often unreasonable, irrational, and self-centred. IT & Creative Media Forgive them anyway. Amar B.K. II If you are kind, people may accuse you of selfish, ulterior motives. Be kind anyway. Business Development ‫تسويق‬ If you are successful, you will win some unfaithful friends and Indre Vasiliauskaite some genuine enemies. Succeed anyway. If you are honest and sincere, people may deceive you. Founding Editor ‫الناشر والمدير العام‬ Be honest and sincere anyway. Dr Khalid Ben Amar What you spend years creating, others could destroy overnight. Create anyway. Contributors ‫المساهمين‬ If you find serenity and happiness, some may be jealous. Be happy anyway. Tony Matharu (Chairman Integrity Intern. Group) The good you do today, will often be forgotten. Do good anyway. Dr. James Flowers (J. Flowers Health Institute) Give the best you have, and it will never be enough. Give your best anyway. Robbin Mooney (J. Flowers Health Institute) In the final analysis, it is between you and God. It was never between you and them anyway. Leena Al Ayoubi (Al Fann Gallery) Carol Bednarski (Canadian Artist) Alain Esseiva (Alpadis Group) Corrie Sommers (Corrie Sommers Realtor) Darko Supuk (Touch Adriatic) Special thanks to Robbin Mooney (J. Flowers Health Institute) Dr. James Flowers (J. Flowers Health Institute) Tony Matharu (Integrity International Group) Marina Vernicos (Dolphin Capital Investors) Natalia Vladiuc (Blue Orchid Hotels) Ewald J. Scherrer (Alpadis Group) Nadia Perrier (Integrity International Group) Published by Corporate KBA Enterprise Ltd Cariocca Business Park Sawley Road, Miles Platting, M40 8BB Manchester United Kingdom Email: [email protected] Representative offices: Dubai - Abu Dhabi - Casablanca - Monterrey/TX Paris - Houston/TX - Los Angeles SKYLOUNGE Every possible effort has been made to ensure that the information presented in this publication is accurate at the time of going to press and the publishers, editors, contributors and advertisers can accept no responsibility for any errors or omissions. No part of the magazine, including text, photographs, illustration, advertising layouts or other graphics may be reproduced in any way without prior written consent of KBA Enterprise Ltd. The views expressed in this magazine are not necessarily those of the publisher who accepts no responsibility for any loss incurred due to reliance on the information provided in this publication. SKYLOUNGE is a trademark of KBA Enterprise © 2022 KBA Enterprise Ltd.

Bespoke Rehabilitation in Houston/TX In conversation with Dr. James Flowers (Founder J. Flowers Health Institute) Bespoke Rehabilitation in Houston/TX In conversation with Robbin Mooney (Co-founder J. Flowers Health Institute) Private Wealth Hotelier, Investor & Philanthropist Management and more… In dialogue with Tony Matharu In conversation with Alain Esseiva (CEO Alpadis In conversation with Hotelier, Investor Group) & Philanthropist Tony Matharu

Croatia “Full of Life“ In dialogue with Darko Supuk Art with Leena Al Ayoobi from the Kingdom of Bahrain Art with Carol Bednarski from Victoria - British Columbia Corrie Sommers Luxury Real Estate California / Los Angeles











KBA Med forum Under the auspices of J. Flowers Health Institute the 8th KBA Forums’ main theme is Medical Tourism with focus on rehabilitation. 3rd & 4th October 2022 - Houston/TX First Class Rehabilitation Treatment Concierge Diagnostic Evaluations Houston, the top destination for medical tourism • Meet Health Executives • Meet Medical Tourism facilitators • Find new cooperation partners • Masterclass Serie on 2nd day • Meet Family offices • Meet Consultants • Meet future prospects • Over 13 countries represented • Meet UHNWIs • Meet Concierge services providers • Develop key relationships • Meet prominent peers Strictly by-invitation-only / limited spaces available. For further information please contact [email protected] or call us on +44 208 08 1077 quoting: “Houston Medforum 2022” Organizer Platinum Sponsor Venue Media partner SKYLOUNGE





Start with the right attitude



SKYLOUNGE Priority Pass Preferred member’s access: SKYLOUNGE members are eligible to receive discounts and special rates on a range of products and services through our affiliated partners: - Private Jet Charter - Airport Lounges - Private Clinics - Rehab/Detox Centers - Real Estate - At one of our privately-held forums - Advisory Services - a.m. For more info, please contact [email protected] quoting ref.: Priority Pass

Some of our partners

f London 2022 KBA orum FAMILY OFFICE FORUM COLLECTION All our events gather 100+ Family Offices and UHNWIs. Join our events in Zurich, London, Dubai, Wiesbaden, Singapore and NYC - see more at Dr. James Flowers Robbin Mooney Scarlett Clauss www.prestelandpartner.com Marina Vernicos Tony Marathu Andrew Weir Romika Fazeli Yana Albrecht Dr. Nils Thoennissen The Global Leader in Family Office Forum Conferences measured by the number of Single Family Offices and Investors Aryan Chopra Smita Khadarooattending. Nick Farrow Vicky Grammatikopoulou Colin Lloyd Darlene Koldenhoven Venue Endorsement Partner SKYLOUNGE Media Partner

fKBA orumLondon 2022 This years 7th KBA forum took place in London at The Wellington Blue Orchid hotel on 28th & 29th March. The theme of this event was a mixture of alternative investment options (precious metal), innovative medical solutions (rehabilitation treatments) as well as real estate investment opportunities in London and Mauritius.

Marina Vernicos (Award winning Photographer, From left to right: Colin Lloyd (Osmium Canada), Ronnie Nathan Philanthropist, Entrepreneur, Influencer) (CEO Asset Time Invest), Pinky & Smita Khadaroo (Barnsbury Homes & Chic Consulting), Avinay Soomaroo (VP Indian Ocean SKYLOUNGE), Scarlett Clauss (Vice Director Osmium Institute), Nadine Nourney (BDM Osmium Institute) From left to right: Nadine Nourney, Scarlett Clauss, Smita Khadaroo, David Descombes (Reliance Health Paris), Avinay Soomaroo, Darlene Koldenhoven, Silia Potioudi (Dolphin Capital Partners), Marina Vernicos, Chrysanthi Kouroupi PA of Marina Vernicos, Colin Lloyd - at the Masterclass From left to right: Darlene Koldenhoven, Dr. K. B. Amar, Robbin Mooney (Co founder J. Flowers Health Inst.) , Amar B. K. II, Dr. James Flowers (Founder J. Flowers Health Inst.)

Dr. James Flowers speaking on behalf of J. Flowers Health Institute - J. Flowers Health Institute delivers unparalleled concierge health care to executives, high-profile individuals, young adults, adolescents, and those with complex conditions. Their Comprehensive Diagnostic Evaluation Program uncovers the true source of any health issue and illuminates the most effective path to optimal wellness. Colin Lloyd speaking on behalf of the Osmium Institute Germany – Osmium is one of the rarest precious metals in the world. In this session representatives of the Osmium Institute are highlighting Osmium’s options as a tangible asset.

Andrew Weir, CEO of London Central Portfolio, presenting London’s luxury real estate market outlook From left to right: Nadine Nourney, Steven Taylor, Yana T. Albrecht (Managing Attorney Palo Alto/CA), Colin Lloyd At display some of the precious jewelleries from the Osmium Institute Germany From left to right sitting: Billionaire & Philanthropist Tony Matharu, Darlene Koldenhoven, Robbin Mooney (Co-founder J. Flowers Health), Dr. James Flowers (Founder J. Flowers Health) Vicky Grammatikopoulou (CEO Vie Aesthetics clinics UK & Germany) Darlene Koldenhoven (GRAMMY®Award winner, singer and songwriter) From left to right: Dr. Ioannis Liakas (Medical Director Vie Aesthetics), Dr. K. B. Amar (MD KBA Enterprise), Vicky Grammatikopoulou, Scarlett Clauss, Romika Fazeli (CEO Emirates World Club)

Left to right: Dr. Ioannis Liakas (Medical Director Vie Aesthetics), Vicky Grammatikopoulou (CEO & Founder Vie Aesthetics), Anna Maria Kesanli (Operations Manager & Life Coach Vie Aesthetics) and Richard Hughes (Business Director Vie Aesthetics)

Dr. Nils Thoennissen speaking on behalf of CBC Health AG Closing of the Osmium Masterclass Vicky Grammatikopoulou (CEO Vie Aesthetics) OOssmmiuiummMMaassteterrcclalasssson second day From left to right: Dr. Nils Thoennissen (medical Director CBC Health AG) and Frank Rothmaier (VP International Business Relations CBC Health AG)

The Art of AЯT Advisory Hipster in clothes by Leo Caillard

The Great Escape 76 x 61 acrylic on canvas

‫مقابلة مع‬ ‫كارول بيدنارسكي‬ One-on-one with Canadian artist Carol Bednarski

Sixty minutes interview with Carol Bednarski 1. Please tell us a bit more about yourself ? 2. How does your usual working day look like ? I have always been an artist and from a young age I was always with I wish I could say I’m up at the crack of dawn and in my studio all day, pencil in hand. I was one of those students that lived in the art room in but in reality I am usually lounging with coffee and on my laptop, high school. I have no formal artistic training and I only painted doing my social media, chatting online with other artists on art sporadicly over the years, until more recently. Having raised four forums and listening to art podcasts or I’m at the gym lifting weights children and working internationally I put my art on a back burner for (my son’s my personal trainer, so no getting out of it). By noon I’m some years. ready to get into my studio and see what happens. It’s different every day and I don’t lock myself into a schedule. In 2020 I started painting again and woke to a burning desire to explore and experiment with my art. I was seeking to let go I have to feel inspired and have uninterrupted time to get into the flow completely and allow my inner intuition to take over. I like to start a and that’s when the magic happens. Late afternoon is the time for a painting with no intention or plan, laying down colours, shapes and nice walk, a glass of wine, or doing a bit of gardening. Life has to have lines, responding in the moment to what I see. I keep adding layers, balance I draw so much inspiration from where I live surrounded by scrapping into the paint, always moving quickly and keeping. the ocean and beautiful landscapes. I'm so very blessed. everything loose and bold. There is always a lot of texture, which I love. At a certain point I will start to see something take shape. Often Really, ones greatest art is their life, and I know my art is a reflection a landscape, sometimes a floral will emerges. This is when I get of my life, so I want to fill it with beauty.. excited and start to coax the image up from the canvas, still trying not to think too much and allow it to flow without force. There are times I 3. Your artwork is characterized by an abundance of colourful like to work from a reference but I will always start with an abstract landscapes, flora & fauna – the density of your artwork leaves to capture the feeling before attempting the image. such an impression that one feels like transformed into it – wouldn't you agree ? This process is a journey. It’s an emotional one for sure, full of doubt and insecurity but also surprise and joy and delight. My hope is that Well thank you so much for that! That is lovely to hear. Colour is what I produce will spark some joy and surprise in the viewer and that definitely a main driving force in my art. I’m so moved by colour. It they will have an emotional response. But perhaps a deeper truth is excites me and I love seeing how the colours interact and play that the act of painting has been a personal journey of discovery for together. It’s certainly my hope that my art would pull the viewer in me. Art, and the journey of creating, reflects the journey of life. For and transport them to a place of joy, or peace, or wonder. And colour me it’s about trust. Learning to trust and accept what is, and being has the power to move us emotionally. fully in each moment, authentic and honest. It’s not even about the final result, (although it’s lovely when I create something I love). For I have spent time reflecting on the ‘why’ of painting, and honestly, it’s me it’s really about the bravery it takes to face a blank canvas, all about connecting with others. I don’t want to be too concerned overcome my fear, be me, and just paint. Not because I love to, but about sales, which can derail me, but of course it’s wonderful when because I need to. someone falls in love with a piece and takes it home. It’s also very validating. I am a recent member of the Federation of Canadian Artists and have had my work exhibited in many juried shows in the past year and a half as well I was selected for the 2021 Gold List of Contemporary Artists by Art Marketing Magazine. I was thrilled to see my art published for the first time this fall. It’s all such a wonderful surprise to see that my art connects with others and moves them emotionally. What a joy. What a privilege. I plan to continue to explore and push myself artistically and no doubt I will be surprised and delighted by the journey.

Carol Bednarski in her atelier 4. On a different note: How hard is it nowadays for young  artists/newcomers to establish & express themselves through their works to a wider audience and how is their art appraised ? I have to feel inspired and have uninterrupted Well actually I consider myself very much a newcomer to the broader art time to get into the world. So, I can say from experience that it takes a lot of work. These flow and that’s when days, more and more there are online galleries, and many artists list their the magic happens. works on a multitude of these sites. It’s hard to compete for attention when there are hundreds or even thousands of artists listed. There are so many great artists and sometimes it seems, not enough venues where they can show their work in person. Instagram and Facebook are a way to be seen, and if you learn how to market yourself on social media there can be some success there. Then there is the whole world of NFT’s that has opened up, which I have yet to delve into, or even fully understand for that matter. There is a huge learning curve to all this, and many artists just want to paint and not deal with the marketing end and all the new technology that is involved. So, they are left with navigating the world of art gallery representation….(also a lot to learn there). As far as appraising the value of their work, for the artist this is probably the hardest thing to do objectively. There can be a lot insecurity involved which can lead artists to under valuate their work. It can be hard to put yourself out there. There is a lot of advice from the ‘pros’ on how to price your work, and there are so many variables, so I don’t have much to say other than ‘it ain’t easy’ 5. Finally: What’s the best of advice given to you ? The best advice I’ve been given is to paint from the heart, find the joy, and just keep painting. Carol, we thank you for the interview.

Colour is definitely a main driving force in my art. I’m so moved by colour. It excites me and I love seeing how the colours interact and play together. It’s certainly my hope that my art would pull the viewer in and transport them to a place of joy, or peace, or wonder. And colour has the power to move us emotionally. www.carolbednarski.com @carolbednarski

Count it all Joy 91 x 121 acrylic on canvas Pearl of the Maritime 76 x 122 acrylic on canvas

The Quiet Light 76 x 76 acrylic on canvas

Alone at Twilight 51 x 61 acrylic on canvas

My Hearts on Fire 76 x76 acrylic on canvas

















The Art of AЯT Advisory Hipster in clothes by Leo Caillard



‫مقابلة مع‬ ‫لينا الأيوبي‬ One-on-one with Leena Al Ayoubi



Sixty minutes interview with Leena Al Ayoubi 1. Artist, designer and founder of Dar Leena Al Ayoubi Alfann Gallery, please tell us a bit more Artist and Founder of Alfann Gallery about yourself ? 2. Your art is inspired by Japanese My name is Leena Al Ayoobi, Bahraini born manga/anime and Bahraini folklore, an self-taught artist. interesting combination, which has As a child Anime and Manga were very attracted a big audience so far - wouldn't popular entertainment shows in my country, I you agree ? was very attracted to the art style, the details in the eyes and presentation style, I The first art exhibition I participated in back used to watch the tv with a sketch book and in 2014 I was worried about presenting my pen with me so I can draw along the way. I art style to the public as it’s a mix of folklore developed a new art style which is a mix of and Japanese manga and I did not know how Arabic folklore and Japanese manga. will the audience look at it , but after a great I studied business management and worked success and amazing feedback and interest I in Business consultancy. In 2014 I made a have dedicated my time to grow it and career shift to full time artist. From there I spread it as far as I can as it holds many used my artwork as a base to design certain stories about women and my Arabian type of products, in 2015 I opened my gallery culture, I have collaborated with many (Dar Alfann, translates to: House of art) international brands with my art style where I sell my paintings and products that I (Starbucks, Montblanc, GA, Binance and design. other local brands).



3. Please tell us a bit more about your latest 5. Finally: How does your usual working day project NFT, currently, visual NFT art is the look like ? most popular and what does it mean to buy an NFT ? I don’t have a fixed routine as an artist, which makes me love my work even more, I believe What is an NFT: constant change energies the soul, I work in An NFT is a digital asset that represents real- many forms, for a physical gallery I spend most world objects like art, music, in-game items of my day in my studio with my paint and and videos. They are bought and sold online, canvases, if it’s a product design, digital art frequently with cryptocurrency, and they are production or an NFT project I will be spending generally encoded with the same underlying most of my day any where (studio, home or software as many cryptos. With the increased the coffee shop) working on my iPad. interest in art in the NFTs I have entered this field as it gives the artist exposure to a new We thank you for the interview. crowed and art collectors, it removes the barriers created by galleries and gives the artist royalty on the sale of their artwork perpetually. 4. What are your plans for the next 5 years ? With the new wave in the artworld created by the blockchain, my future plans have shifted and adjusted accordingly, I’m focusing on new ways to expand my artistic plans and collaborations to reach more global audience and spread my message through art.

Leena Al Ayoobi, is a Bahraini artist, designer, and the Founder and owner of Dar Alfann Gallery. Bahraini born and raised, Al Ayoobi has been a gifted artist from a young age. As a child, she was fascinated with Japanese anime that used to air on the local TV channels. She mastered the art of drawing anime characters which influenced her later pieces. Her style can now be described as a fusion between Japanese manga and Bahraini folklore from a decidedly feminine perspective.