Bio
Karunesh is a seasoned professional having worked and exceled in car leasing & rental industry for over 26 years.
He has been instrumental in launching & managing leading car rental brands viz. Hertz & Avis in Indian market after spending a decade with Ford Motor Credit operations.
Karunesh has managed middle east market's leading car rental brand of Thrifty and currently manages a leading leasing, car rental & bus transportation for Autostrad in UAE.
Start up & turnaround specialist while performing for leading global brands in diverse markets, Karunesh's most vital ability is building & growing happy & successful teams!!
CEO of the Year 2025 
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| 2025 |
#182 |
2 |
<10 |
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Title to be awarded: World CEO of the Year 2025
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Rank |
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Points |
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| 2025 |
#34 |
5 |
<10 |
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Title to be awarded: United Arab Emirates CEO of the Year 2025
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| 2025 |
#6 |
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<10 |
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Title to be awarded: Abu Dhabi CEO of the Year 2025
Ranking History
| Season |
Rank |
Points |
| 2024 |
#684 |
<10 |
| 2022 |
#20 |
171 |
| 2021 |
#8 |
562 |
Performance Excellence Award 2026 
| Season |
Rank |
Points |
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| 2026 |
#45 |
<10 |
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Corporate Support Award 2026 
| Season |
Rank |
Points |
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| 2026 |
#49 |
<10 |
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People’s Choice Award 2025 
| Season |
Rank |
Points |
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| 2025 |
#121 |
<10 |
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All-Time Rankings
| Current Rank |
Peak |
Total Points |
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| #29 |
#13 in 2021 |
733 |
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