Mini Vohra: Meet the Man Who Gave Up the Courtroom for Coolness The former lawyer has turned Cornucopia into huge events empire

You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media.

Cornucopia Events
Mini Vohra, founder and Managing Director, Cornucopia Events

Mini Vohra mastered the art of winning long before he had established his dynasty in luxury events. Unbeknownst to many, he gave up the practice of law to pursue a business that made him taste another level of success.

In 2002, he created the powerhouse that is Cornucopia, an enterprise that controls the ultimate, sought-after, top-tier gatherings ever staged. With a staggering £250 million in global revenue, the company has brought forth experiences of exclusivity and privilege to a whole new spectrum. The Alicia Keys extravaganza, a US$30 million spectacle, is the show he is most proud of.

"My goal was to be the highest-paid person in my industry and officially number one in the world at what I do," Vohra said, adding" "I think you should either aim big or don't aim at all. Cornucopia is now the largest provider of exclusive access to invitation-only events, and there's no one else operating at this level."

But he admits it has not been an easy journey. "You need authority and an element of ruthlessness to survive in what is a cut-throat space," he said.

Vohra has operated within a strategy that keeps Cornucopia at the top.

"Legal victories had been measured in settlements and verdicts, but the world of events offers far greater satisfaction. That's why I'm enjoying this."

Business Ideas

70 Small Business Ideas to Start in 2025

We put together a list of the best, most profitable small business ideas for entrepreneurs to pursue in 2025.

Business News

Low Cost Business Ideas

Looking on how to start a small business but don't have much money? Our low cost startup ideas will help you plan a business to fit your budget.

Finance

Startup Funding: Basil Moftah, Managing Partner, Key Capital

Basil Moftah shares the keys to winning investment.

Entrepreneurs

Startup Spotlight: UAE-Headquartered StonAI Is Digitizing Repetitive Administrative Tasks For Construction Companies

Claiming to offer the first ever intelligent assistant software for construction projects, the StonAI platform uses AI-driven models that can prioritize essential time-consuming tasks within a given project.

Women Entrepreneur®

#DrivenByWomen: Aida Al Busaidy, Senior Official in the UAE Hospitality and Tourism Industry

"As we mark a decade since the inception of Emirati Women's Day, I can't help but reflect on how far we, as women, have come and continue to grow —and I attribute so much of where we stand today to the vision of our leaders and the unwavering guidance of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak, the Mother of the Nation."

Starting a Business

She Started a Business to Shift the Status Quo in Her Male-Dominated Industry. It Did $250,000 Revenue in Year 1 — Then Tripled That.

Marilynn Joyner, founder and CEO of Her Workplace, wanted to build the resource she couldn't find.