Harsh Patel

Menu

Awards and Recognitions

2025: Top 100 Expat Leaders of the UAE 2025

Named among Finance World’s Top 100 Expat Leaders of the UAE 2025, recognising Indian-origin leadership shaping cross-border advisory, an acknowledgement of the collective work with clients, teams, and partners.

2025: House of Lords Address Featured in Dainik Bhaskar

Dainik Bhaskar covered Harsh Patel’s keynote at the UK–India SME Leaders Meeting in the British Parliament (House of Lords).

2025: ET Indo Global Leaders 2025

Recognized for “Global Legal Visionary in Asset Protection & International Tax”, a recognition for an individual who is not just leading in India but leaving a mark on the global stage.

2025 - Featured in SpiceJet’s In-Flight Magazine: A Story of Vision and Global Growth

Featured in SpiceJet’s In-Flight Magazine covering his extraordinary story.

2025 - Recognized Among India’s Best CEOs in Business Today

Harsh Patel featured among India’s finest business leaders in Business Today’s special edition, “India’s Best CEOs – A BT-PwC Study.”

2024- Harsh Patel Featured in Gulf News’ UAE Achievers

Featured in Gulf News’ UAE Achievers for his transformative impact on law, auditing and entrepreneurship.

2024 - Featured in GrayMatter and Gulf News Super 100 Edition

Featured in GrayMatter and Gulf News Super 100 Edition, Celebrating Indian Entrepreneurs in the UAE

2024 - Entrepreneurs 35 Under 35

Entrepreneur Magazine honoured Harsh Patel among their prestigious 35 under 35 list.

2024: Champions of Change Award

Harsh Patel, received the Champions of Change Award in Maharashtra! This recognition highlights his unwavering commitment to environmental impact and transformative change.

2023- 'Most Daring CEOs of 2023' by Entrepreneur Magazine

For his bold leadership and unwavering vision, Harsh Patel recognised among ‘Most Daring CEOs of 2023’ by Entrepreneur Magazine

2023-The Indian Express Recognises Adv. CA. Harsh Patel in Top 10 Outstanding Leaders of 2023

Harsh Patel for his exceptional leadership skills recognised by the Indian Express in the Top 10 Outstanding Leaders of 2023.

2023: Times Exemplary Leaders: Excellence in Financial and Legal Consulting Firm

Recognized for leading a top accounting and legal consulting firm, showcasing unparalleled leadership and service excellence.

2023: Icons of the UAE

Awarded Youngest Icon of UAE by India Today for his iconic influence in the UAE, significantly shaping its accounting and legal sectors with visionary leadership.

2023: Divya Chakra Award

Harsh Patel honoured with Divya Chakra Award 2023 for exceptional contributions in finance and law

2023: Harsh Patel Featured as Youngest Business Leader in Finance World Magazine’s Top 10

Featured as the youngest business leader in Finance World Magazine’s Top 10, recognising his global, outcome-driven leadership at the intersection of accounting and law.

2023: Forbes Business Council Member

Inducted to the Forbes Business Council as Harsh Patel & his firm Water & Shark is a go-to professional for Advisory, Audit & Assurance, Taxation and Strategy in Middle East and across many countries.

2022: Featured in Corporate Investment Times Magazine

Harsh Patel Featured in Corporate Investment Times Magazine

2022: UAE's Most Influential Finance and Legal Professional

Recognized by Gulf News for his influential role in shaping the UAE’s finance and legal landscapes, driving significant industry advancements.

2022: Outstanding Leadership Award, 2022

Harsh Patel, was presented with the prestigious Outstanding Leadership Award the Law 2.0 Conference’s Winter Edition at InterContinental, Dubai Festival City, Dubai, UAE, on December 16-18, 202.

2021: Leader Of Change

Acknowledged by Economic Times for transformative leadership and proactive changes in business, setting new benchmarks in the industry.

2021: Leaders By Example

Harsh Patel Featured in Forbes India Magazine, Leaders By Example.

2020: FinNext Award for Excellence in Finance

Honoured for his innovative financial strategies and leadership, significantly impacting the international finance community.

2020: India’s Top 100 Great People Manager by Forbes India

Harsh Patel was recognised as one of the youngest leaders in Forbes India’s Great Leaders 2020 list.

2019: Hall of Fame (Chartered Accountancy) Award

This prestigious recognition celebrates his lifelong dedication and excellence within the chartered accountancy field.

2019: Acharya Abhinav Gupt Award

Received for outstanding achievements in accounting and finance, highlighting his innovative solutions and leadership in the region.

2018: Pride of Maharashtra Award

Awarded Exemplary Leader Award for Corporate Excellence by World HRD Congress.

2017: Chief Financial Advisor - International Human Rights Council

Appointed Chief Financial Advisor, recognized for integrating ethical practices and human rights into global business strategies.

2016: Chartered Accountant Certification

Certified as a Chartered Accountant by The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, acknowledging his expertise and professional competence in accounting.

Want to connect ?

Fill the form below to connect with me for a speaking engagementat your company, school, college or at an event.

I am usually booked out 4-6 weeks in advance, so please provide me with that flexibility.

Get in Touch

Harsh Patel

Founder & CEO – Water & Shark

Harsh Patel

CEO & Founder Water & Sharks

Want to connect ?

Fill the form below to connect with me for a speaking engagementat your company, school, college or at an event.

I am usually booked out 4-6 weeks in advance, so please provide me with that flexibility.

Get in Touch