Nigeria, Sept. 27 -- Born and raised in India, Prateek Suri trained as an engineer at BITS Pilani in Dubai and grew up in a family that once had plenty but suddenly had very little.

The early experience of gain and loss shaped his drive for enterprise and his instinct for giving.

Through his Maser Foundation, he supports women entrepreneurs, funds children's education, and partners with hospitals to expand access to healthcare.

In a recent conversation with PREMIUM TIMES, he reflected on how years of building businesses and supporting African communities have reshaped his idea of success.

The 37-year-old said, "I grew up in a family that once had a lot, and then suddenly had very little. That sense of loss shaped me profoundly. My mot...