Kris Fade (Kristan Fahd) is a Lebanese-Australian media icon whose voice has shaped Middle Eastern airwaves. After relocating from Sydney in 2007, he launched Virgin Radio Dubai and quickly turned “The Kris Fade Show” into a cultural staple. Beyond radio, he has captivated global audiences with Netflix’s Dubai Bling and built Fade Fit into a thriving wellness brand.

At the Gladiator Summit, Fade shared strategic lessons from his 20-year career in media and business. He advocated an "abundance mindset," encouraging entrepreneurs to identify opportunities others see as scarce or fear. Fade emphasized that sustainable success requires "extreme consistency" and the resilience to transform personal suffering into purpose, citing his own journey of overcoming obesity and mental health struggles. His session underscored shifting toward proactive leadership rooted in authenticity and discipline.