Aasim: The Dishwasher Who Became the CEO
April 19, 2025, 3:17 pm

Aasim: The Dishwasher Who Became the CEO

عَاصِمْ: غاسل الصحون الذي أصبح الرئيس التنفيذي

An Inspiring Story About Achieving Goals

The novel "Aasim: The Dishwasher Who Became the CEO" is co-authored by Dr. Moataz Subjaki and Rayan Ghusoub Issa, third edition, published by Arab Scientific Publishers, 2025.

"Is Aasim: The Dishwasher Who Became the CEO a novel or a self-development book?" This question arises whenever we delve into the reading, and by the time we near the end, the answer reveals that this novel belongs to both knowledge domains simultaneously. On one hand, there is a narrative structure composed of events, places, characters, and the relationships among them. On the other hand, there are ideas, tools, and skills that empower us to recreate ourselves to be who we want to be, contrary to what we previously believed.

In this novel, Dr. Moataz Subjaki and Rayan Ghusoub Issa narrate the story of every Lebanese who, due to their country's policies, has faced a tragic reality with no future for their children. The "hero," Aasim, is one of many from this nation who could not find a decent life for their family and future, thus immigration became the only option. Aasim walked his tumultuous path alone, leaving his country in search of a better life, leaving behind the betrayal of a friend, the abandonment of a loved one, and a younger brother waiting for him to secure his enormous medical expenses; he worked as a dishwasher despite holding a university degree. He gradually advanced in his work, climbing the ladder of promotion step by step until he reached a managerial position overseeing projects in multiple countries and ultimately became the CEO of the largest restaurant chain in Arab and foreign countries, except in the homeland he lost, where the corrupt remained on their thrones.

The novel "Aasim" serves as a life guide for anyone who wants to achieve their dreams but doesn’t know where to start. It is filled with lessons, experiences, and real-life examples that restore the reader's confidence and hand them the keys to change... reminding them that all they need to do is take the first step.

DANAT Empowers Bahraini Youth Through Educational Pearl Workshop Until They Change What Is Within Themselves

BENEFIT, the Kingdom’s innovator and leading company in Fintech and electronic financial transactions service, has sponsored the BuildHer CityHack 2025 Hackathon, a two-day event spearheaded by the College of Engineering and Technology at the Royal University for Women (RUW).
Aimed at secondary school students, the event brought together a distinguished group of academic professionals and technology experts to mentor and inspire young participants.
More than 100 high school students from across the Kingdom of Bahrain took part in the hackathon, which featured an intensive programme of training workshops and hands-on sessions. These activities were tailored to enhance participants’ critical thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and team-building capabilities, while also encouraging the development of practical and sustainable solutions to contemporary challenges using modern technological tools.
BENEFIT’s Chief Executive Mr. Abdulwahed AlJanahi, commented: “Our support for this educational hackathon reflects our long-term strategic vision to nurture the talents of emerging national youth and empower the next generation of accomplished female leaders in technology. By fostering creativity and innovation, we aim to contribute meaningfully to Bahrain’s comprehensive development goals and align with the aspirations outlined in the Kingdom’s Vision 2030—an ambition in which BENEFIT plays a central role.”
Professor Riyadh Yousif Hamzah, President of the Royal University for Women, commented: “This initiative reflects our commitment to advancing women in STEM fields. We're cultivating a generation of creative, solution-driven female leaders who will drive national development. Our partnership with BENEFIT exemplifies the powerful synergy between academia and private sector in supporting educational innovation.”
Hanan Abdulla Hasan, Senior Manager, PR & Communication at BENEFIT, said: “We are honoured to collaborate with RUW in supporting this remarkable technology-focused event. It highlights our commitment to social responsibility, and our ongoing efforts to enhance the digital and innovation capabilities of young Bahraini women and foster their ability to harness technological tools in the service of a smarter, more sustainable future.”
For his part, Dr. Humam ElAgha, Acting Dean of the College of Engineering and Technology at the University, said: “BuildHer CityHack 2025 embodies our hands-on approach to education. By tackling real-world problems through creative thinking and sustainable solutions, we're preparing women to thrive in the knowledge economy – a cornerstone of the University's vision.”