“When the world is indifferent about our cause, we can only count on ourselves”, Rafi Haladjian

Rafi Haladjian, in conversation with Lara Tcholakian, speaks about the experiences and tribulations that come with having three identities - an Armenian born in Lebanon, living in France. He shares his thoughts about how his family’s story, the memory of the genocide, and the war in Lebanon have given him a strong sense of determination, the drive to create and innovate, and the conviction to reach new heights as an entrepreneur.

Rafi Haladjian is the Founder and CEO of Juice in France. In 1994, he founded FranceNet, the very first Internet company in France. In 2003, he launched Violet, and then gecame famousfor the development of Nabaztag, a WIFI connected rabbit and the first audio personal assistant (predating Alexa or Google Home). After launching several other ISPs (such as Fluxus and Ozone), he established the Sen.se in 2010 and developed the product Mother, a connecting device that works as a hub for home sensors. In 2017, he was awarded with France’s chevalier de la Légion d’honneur.

Program overview

Armenian leaders share inherited cultural and historical narratives, memories, life learnings and experiences. Down-to-earth, authentic and mindful conversations preserve the stories and legacies of families, and reflect on the lessons learnt from inherited collective trauma and introspective leadership.

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“Unity will allow us to move forward as a nation”, Ralph Yirikian

Ralph Yirikian, in conversation with Lara Tcholakian, speaks about the inheritance of his leadership values, the trajectory of his family history, and the importance of his Armenian identity. He shares his reflections on the painful role that past collective traumas have played in the lives of Armenians, and what is needed for the preservation and protection of the Armenian nation.

Ralph Yirikian is the CEO of Viva-MTS. Born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon, his management career has extended to various corporations in Lebanon, in Cyprus, the Gulf and then to Armenia and Artsakh. Under his leadership, since 2004, Viva-MTS grew to be an exemplary enterprise with over 60% market share, with about 1200 employees, pioneering the concept of corporate responsibility. He is one of the largest taxpayers of Armenia.

Program overview

Armenian leaders share inherited cultural and historical narratives, memories, life learnings and experiences. Down-to-earth, authentic and mindful conversations preserve the stories and legacies of families, and reflect on the lessons learnt from inherited collective trauma and introspective leadership.

The post “Unity will allow us to move forward as a nation”, Ralph Yirikian appeared first on CIVILNET.

#armenia #diaspora #mindfulleaders #newsfeed #reportsinenglish #armeniangenocide #armeniannation #collectivememory #formativeexperiences #humanvalues #laratcholakian #leadership #leadershipvalues #meaningfulexperiences #ralphyirikian #transmissionofcollectivetrauma

“Unity will allow us to move forward as a nation”, Ralph Yirikian

Ralph Yirikian, in conversation with Lara Tcholakian, speaks about the inheritance of his leadership values, the trajectory of his family history, and the importance of his Armenian identity. He shares his reflections on the painful role that past collective traumas have played in the lives of Armenians, and what is needed for the preservation and protection of the Armenian nation.

Ralph Yirikian is the CEO of Viva-MTS. Born and raised in Beirut, Lebanon, his management career has extended to various corporations in Lebanon, in Cyprus, the Gulf and then to Armenia and Artsakh. Under his leadership, since 2004, Viva-MTS grew to be an exemplary enterprise with over 60% market share, with about 1200 employees, pioneering the concept of corporate responsibility. He is one of the largest taxpayers of Armenia.

Program overview

Armenian leaders share inherited cultural and historical narratives, memories, life learnings and experiences. Down-to-earth, authentic and mindful conversations preserve the stories and legacies of families, and reflect on the lessons learnt from inherited collective trauma and introspective leadership.

The post “Unity will allow us to move forward as a nation”, Ralph Yirikian appeared first on CIVILNET.

#armenia #diaspora #mindfulleaders #newsfeed #reportsinenglish #armeniangenocide #armeniannation #collectivememory #formativeexperiences #humanvalues #laratcholakian #leadership #leadershipvalues #meaningfulexperiences #ralphyirikian #transmissionofcollectivetrauma