Dubai Works Business Podcast

Top Stories Today:Meta will pay investors its first dividend in March as shares soared 14% overnightSaudi to create 39,000 tech jobs with new PIF-backed company AlatAs British media group Sky cuts 1,000 jobs, will the UAE save Western media?Starbucks sales down as Middle East boycotts hit coffee giant

Top Stories:Dubai launches programme to help retired citizens in another move to support EmiratisAbu Dhabi’s Pure Health acquires 25% stake in Saudi Medical City for $150MTikTok owner ByteDance fell behind on AI, CEO says

Top Stories TodayThe apps that tell users which Israeli products, companies to boycottEgyptian billionaire Naguib Sawiris slams government for delay of pound devaluationIs it illegal in Dubai to punch your boss?We take a look at the latest tech layoffs at Microsoft, eBay, TikTok and moreToday's Guest - Anwar Nusseibeh, COO of Frank Porter 

Exclusive: Saudi mulls 100% foreign property ownership in Mecca, Medina: sourcesArrested for corruption: CEO of AlUla’s Royal CommissionToday's Guest: Julie Mallon, Founder of Nurture to Sleep

Top Stories Covered:Abraaj’s Abdel-Wadood back in Dubai as he dines in DIFC - did the former managing partner of the now defunct-private equity company get away scot free?Google’s $4M fund to help Palestinian startups, create jobs Is being an influencer now more profitable than being an actress? Dubai-based Hollywood actress Lindsay Lohan earns up to $64,500 per sponsored post on IG

In today’s episode:Alcohol News ‘inaccurate,’ Saudis say on X as the kingdom opens first liquor storeThe UAE’s controversial diversity quota has been put on holdArada records a 100% rise in sales in 2023 as demand soars for upscale communitiesA Conversation with Toufic Kreidieh, the Visionary Behind Brands For Less Group

Topics CoveredAlcohol in Saudi Arabia: conservative kingdom to open first shop in RiyadhSalt Bae under fire for $100,000 Dubai dinner billKingdom sees more IPOs with Nice One listing expected 

Topics Covered:Dubai and Abu Dhabi are competing for tourists as Yas spends more on advertisingHuda Kattan signs with a talent agency but why would she need one?Rising costs are a top concern for 58% of SMEs 

Topics Covered: Habib Al Mulla faces backlash for suggesting higher Salik tolls in DubaiDubai developer to select tenants through an invite-only auctionAudi breaks sales records in MidEast

Topics Covered:Salik should double fees in Dubai's central business district: Habib Al Mulla With the UAE leading IPOs in GCC, is it time for regional exchanges to merge? Starbucks MENA denies political affiliation, agenda, but what is the future of the coffee giant in the region?  

Abdulla al KamdaWelcome back to another episode of Dubai Works. Our guest for today is Abdulla al kamda, founder of homie. Homie is a cashback platform that links consumers and service providers, covering dine-in, retail, grocery, and hotels.

Welcome back to another episode of Dubai Works. Our guest for today is Talal Thabet,  CEO of Haltia.AI. With its default avatars, Halford and Tiana, Haltia is the ultimate personal AI experience. It ensures the utmost privacy, securely managing all data on your device, all while optimizing your schedule to allocate valuable time to your top priorities. 

Welcome back to another episode of Dubai Works. Our guest for today is Armin Moradi, a Co - founder and CEO of Qashio. Armin brings insights into overcoming traditional expense management challenges, digital innovations, navigating the post-Covid financial landscape, and financial empowerment, emphasizing the importance of educating businesses about financial technologies and their potential.

Hala Al Shammari, raised in Dubai, is a fashion designer and founder of homegrownfashion label BY - HALA. With a dream of pursuing her own clothing line. Hala'sjourney started in university, shaping HALA's unique identity with the creation of aneight-look collection Hala took the initiative to design for women, aiming to boost theirconfidence. Her designs are a reflection of her identity and heritage. In addition, Hala'supbringing as a third-culture kid in Dubai influences her creative perspective and designphilosophy. She views her items as a perfect blend of boldness and timelessness. Prior toher launch of her business she worked as an editorial assistant at Al Tayer Group

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10 years in hotel industry. Founders of the Future Fellow (part of Founders Forum). Part of a global hotelier alumni. Graduate of the Shannon College of Hotel Management, worked at Sofitel & NH Hotels.

Vadim Fedotov has charted a diverse path from his early days as a professional basketball player with the German National Team and in the USA, to his foray into the corporate sphere, where he held significant positions as the CEO of various multinational and public companies (GRPN).With a solid background in leadership roles, Vadim embarked on a new venture in 2019 with the launch of Bioniq in London, UK. Bioniq has established its niche in the health tech industry, offering personalized supplements based on a comprehensive analysis of blood test data. Through its expansive operations in 12 countries, the company has cultivated one of the most diverse biochemical databases globally, creating tailor-made supplement formulas that are responsive to individual nutrient deficiencies identified through blood results.Vadim's stewardship has guided Bioniq to become a trusted partner of eminent medical institutions like Lanserhof and King's College Hospital, and athletic organizations including German National Teams a

Erim Kaur is the CEO and Founder of ByErim, an award-winning, luxury hair and beard care brand based and manufactured in the UK - 100% natural, vegan, cruelty-free, and sustainably designed. Her journey commenced at the age of 8 when she sadly lost her mother to cancer. During this challenging period, Erim witnessed her mother lose her beautiful, long hair. Erim's mother held a profound influence in her life, making her passing all the more impactful.Topics Covered- The Journey of By Erim- The Marketplace and Competition- Future of By Erim

RIKAS Hospitality Group is a collection of award-winning restaurants and cafes primarily based in Dubai.Founded seven years ago by Parisian visionary Rizwan Kassim, along with Pierre Pirajean and Helena Paraboschi.The group emphasizes culinary innovation, authentic hospitality, and family values.It started with a branch of La Cantine du Faubourg from Paris.Notable culinary projects include Mimi Kakushi, Ninive, and Lana Lusa.RIKAS has a strong presence in Dubai's competitive restaurant scene and is recognized by the Michelin Guide.They are expanding into markets in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Europe, Morocco, and the United Kingdom.Each restaurant in the group has a distinct personality while maintaining a commitment to quality in food and service culture.

- The Story Of Mimojo- The Marketplace- Future of Mimojo