Words of Wisdom
‘’ Navigating the business world often leads us astray amidst the noise and hype.
Rather than fixating on greener pastures , take time to reflect on what truly matters.
Leadership transcends titles and seating arrangements; it’s about actions, a way of existence, applicable even to drivers, accountants, salespeople, and students.
Learn, develop multi-skills, have the passion , patience, and persevere. Beyond intellect or wealth, it’s the emotional connection that fuels achievements.
Remember the 3 H’s: Engage your Heart (cherish your work), employ your Hands (exert effort), and apply your Head (common sense and discernment).
Discover your strengths and forge your career path accordingly.
Good things come to those who believe, Better things come to those who are patient and the Best things come to those who don’t give up .’’
Grade School 1971/ High School 1975
Career Highlights:
Early Ventures: Chugani began his career in 1979 by establishing Sindbad’s Wonderland, the Middle East's first Indoor Family Entertainment Centre at the Al Ghurair Centre, Dubai.
Industry Recognition: Recognized as one of the Top 25 Indian CEOs in the Arab World by Forbes magazine, Chugani's leadership at Giordano Middle East has been consistently praised.
Prestigious Awards: Under his leadership, Giordano Middle East received the RLI Global Retailer of the Year Award from Retail & Leisure International (RLI) and the Best Middle East and North Africa (MENA) Retail Brand award from the Middle East Council of Shopping Centres & Retailers (MECS+R) in 2022.
Retail Middle East ICONS: Chugani was honored as one of the most powerful retailers in the Middle East at the Retail Middle East ICONS awards for his outstanding leadership and contributions to the industry.
Contributions to the Industry:
Founding Member: Chugani played a pivotal role as a founding member of the Middle East Council of Shopping Centers and The UAE Retail Business Group, showcasing his commitment to shaping the retail landscape in the region.
43 Years of Excellence: His dedication to the retail industry spans 43 distinguished years, during which he has demonstrated exemplary leadership and innovation.
Educational Background:
Chugani grew up in Bacolod City, Philippines, and pursued his studies in business management at De La Salle University, Manila.