iSTYLE Oman promotes active lifestyles at the Muscat Marathon 2026
iSTYLE Oman proudly took part in the Muscat Marathon 2026, held on 23–24 January, one of the Sultanate’s most anticipated community sporting events. Bringing together thousands of runners, families and supporters each year, the Marathon celebrates health, resilience, and the power of sport to unite communities.
This year, iSTYLE contributed to the vibrant atmosphere of the event through a dedicated booth, where the team engaged with participants, connected with visitors, and shared in the excitement surrounding the race.
Beyond their presence at the event, several iSTYLE colleagues also took part in the 5KM race, proudly representing the brand while embracing the values of health, wellbeing, and teamwork. Watching team members cross the finish line was a truly inspiring moment for everyone involved.
Scenes from the iSTYLE company booth at the Marathon, where runners could access support and encouragement! Photo credit: iSTYLE
“It was an amazing experience to run alongside so many passionate people” shared one iSTYLE team member. “The energy at the marathon was incredible, and I’m proud to represent iSTYLE in such a meaningful community event.”
Another runner added “Crossing the finish line was a great personal achievement, but doing it as part of the iSTYLE team made it even more special. Events like this remind us how important it is to stay active and support each other.”
A young competitor at the iSTYLE support booth at Al Khuwair Square. Photo credit: iSTYLE
As part of its commitment to supporting youth fitness and community initiatives, iSTYLE also presented special gifts to the top three winners, recognizing their dedication, determination, and outstanding performance.
The Muscat Marathon continues to be a powerful platform that encourages healthier lifestyles and stronger communities. iSTYLE remains committed to supporting initiatives that inspire people to stay active and empower the next generation to reach their full potential.
iSTYLE, a proud member of the Midis Group, stands as the largest network of Apple Premium retail stores across 15 countries in Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, and Spain under the K-tuin brand. Since launching its first store in 1999, iSTYLE has grown into a global leader in Apple retail, boasting more than 140 locations in the EMEA.
This includes 68 stores across CEE and 32 in MENA, offering customers a premium shopping experience with expert guidance and top-tier service. Additionally, its sister company, K-tuin, further strengthens its presence with 46 stores across Spain, ensuring Apple enthusiasts have access to unparalleled service and the latest innovations.
Gorazd Kikelj named HPE Networking Partner Ambassador – driving innovation from Slovenia
Gorazd Kikelj, Network Solutions Engineer at HPE, operated by Selectium in Slovenia has achieved another significant professional milestone by being selected as an HPE Networking Partner Ambassador. This exclusive, invitation-only program, recognizes the world’s top partner engineers for their technical expertise and leadership.
This appointment recognizes Gorazd’s long-standing recognition within the HPE Aruba Networking Airheads community. His journey reflects continuous professional advancement and deep engagement with the global technical community.
The Airheads MVP program has four levels: MVP Guru Elite, MVP Guru, MVP Expert, and MVP. In 2023, Gorazd was recognized as an MVP Expert, acknowledging his strong technical knowledge and active community participation. After this achievement, he advanced to MVP Guru in 2024, one of only five selected globally, and successfully retained this prestigious status in 2025.
This progression – from MVP Expert to repeated MVP Guru – highlights his exceptional technical expertise, exemplary community engagement, and sustained contribution to global knowledge sharing. Recognition as an MVP Guru ultimately helped pave the way for his selection into the HPE Networking Partner Ambassador Program.
Gorazd Kikelj presenting about Aruba solutions at INFOSEK 2023. Photo credit: HPE, operated by Selectium
The HPE Networking Partner Ambassador Program is designed for elite partner system engineers who design and deploy HPE Networking solutions at the highest level. Members are recognized as HPE Networking Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), holding expert or multiple professional technical certifications.
Beyond technical excellence, ambassadors actively contribute to improving HPE Networking solutions by sharing real-world experience and providing direct, candid feedback to HPE product teams.
As a Partner Ambassador, Gorazd gains exclusive, NDA-based access to strategic resources that strengthen partner capabilities and customer success, including:
Early insights into HPE Aruba Networking product roadmaps and launch plans.
Advanced product training and in-depth solution briefings.
Direct collaboration with HPE Networking Product Line Managers and SMEs.
Participation in feedback loops that influence product features, certifications, and go-to-market strategies.
Ambassadors engage regularly through monthly discussions with HPE Networking’s global product leadership and take part in two in-person meetings each year, including sessions aligned with the HPE Discover conference.
“I am honored to be selected as an HPE Networking Partner Ambassador” said Gorazd. “Building on my journey from Airheads MVP Expert in 2023 to MVP Guru in 2024 and 2025, this role reflects my ongoing commitment to technical excellence, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. The opportunity to help shape future HPE Networking solutions is both motivating and rewarding.”
In addition to providing feedback to HPE, Partner Ambassadors share insights and best practices within their organizations, strengthening partner capabilities while respecting NDA obligations. This responsibility closely aligns with Gorazd’s long-standing involvement in the Airheads community and his proven track record of professional leadership.
The HPE Networking Partner Ambassador Program reflects HPE’s commitment to partner collaboration and customer success, guided by its principle “Customer First, Customer Last.” Gorazd Kikelj’s appointment further reinforces the expertise of Slovenian HPE, operated by Selectium, in advanced networking solutions and highlights the value delivered to customers across the region.
HPE, operated by Selectium serves as the local representative of Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) in Bulgaria, Croatia, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Serbia and Slovenia. It is a renowned technology company with a comprehensive range of high-quality IT solutions, services, and products designed to assist customers in optimizing their IT environments.
It provides innovative technologies that empower organizations to transition to a hybrid infrastructure, safeguard and manage business data, and foster increased productivity and essential agility in the market. In today’s business landscape, these capabilities are indispensable for successful operations.
Midis Group tours Culture and Values Roadshow to teams in 10 countries.
Over the last few months, Midis Group embarked on a Culture and Values Roadshow across 10 countries — Hungary, Romania, UAE, Croatia, Serbia, Lebanon, Qatar, Czech, KSA, and France – with more to come.
This brought together managers from the full range of Midis Group affiliates, creating diverse groups and rich exchanges around our shared culture and values: Integrity, Entrepreneurial Spirit, Expertise, and Long-Term Success. In the roadshows, we explored how these values impact everyday decisions, leadership practices, and ways of working. To quote a Midis board member, “Our values are not a fact or a given. They are a choice, and we make that choice every day.”
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The roadshows provided an open, interactive platform for dialogue and learning. Small groups worked on ways to strengthen our culture locally and reinforce the values within our teams – practical ideas and ownership to turn their insights into action. And by bringing together managers beyond their immediate teams, the sessions also encouraged exchange across our businesses and a stronger sense of belonging to Midis Group.
A key takeaway: the pivotal role our managers play as culture carriers, translating shared values into concrete practices with our teams. Employees will look for changes in behaviour, not verbiage.
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“Midis’ success comes from our culture as well as our work. It was inspiring throughout the roadshow to see participants bring our culture and values to life. Now we all must go consciously apply them” added the board member.
The roadshows were a start – but just a start. Midis’ culture is a living, strategic asset, drawing its force from our behaviour and mentorship all across the Group. Our core values endure when they are continuously reinforced, challenged, and brought to life every day.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to this journey so far – the work continues.
