How did you get started in entrepreneurship? My family are all entrepreneurs. When I was young, I was not sure what exactly I wanted to be when I grew up, but studying business and becoming an entrepreneur would allow me to explore unlimited fields and industries. This allowed me to explore a few ventures before […]
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Training Spotlight: Muhammad Ahsen Qazi
Ahsen Qazi is a Leadership and Motivational speaker certified by “Directive Communication International (DCI)” which is accredited by the American Institute of Business Psychology. His expertise is in improving Leadership and Building High-Performance Teams in Organizations. A total of 5 certifications. Tell us about yourself and your background My background is in Human Resources and […]
Tourism Expert Interview: Mohamed Lotfy
With over 18 years of experience in international business, tourism marketing, and development, Lotfy has successfully executed strategic marketing and tourism initiatives for Singapore, Malaysia, and the UAE. He has led impactful campaigns to promote various destinations targeting markets across the GCC, Middle East, UK, Europe, Africa, Russia, and the CIS. As a certified trainer […]
Abu Dhabi School of Management: A Thriving Hub for Start-Ups and Entrepreneurs
Abu Dhabi: A Thriving Hub for Start-ups and Entrepreneurs The Emirate of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has firmly established itself as a sought-after destination for start-ups and entrepreneurs. With its steadily growing economy, government-led initiatives that support innovation, access to burgeoning international markets, and a favourable regulatory landscape, Abu […]
Founder Spotlight: David & Astrid Kirkland, KNOW Creative
What exactly is KNOW Creative? KNOW Creative is a branding and creative consultancy that specializes in combining expertise across branding, strategy, production, and motion graphics to deliver innovative and cohesive brand experiences. The agency is driven by a passion for creative excellence, working collaboratively with clients to craft bold, impactful solutions that inspire action and […]
SEO Spotlight: Dawn Kubicek, CEO of Leaders In Digital
Tell us about yourself and your journey to CEO of Leaders in Digital Over the past 22+ years, I’ve gained deep expertise in holistic digital marketing, starting with SEO management and expanding into Google Paid Search then search everywhere marketing with highly data driven strategic marketing – being a niche in this space. My early […]
CEO Spotlight: Natalie Bellis, CEO of The Seventy Ninth Group
Tell us about yourself, your background and your journey to the CEO of The Seventy Ninth Group My background has predominantly been in regulatory frameworks, compliance, mergers and acquisitions, and business growth strategies. I actually took my first role here as a ‘gap year’! I finished my previous role on brilliant terms, having worked for […]
Wealth Spotlight: Founder & CEO Of Wimbledon Wealth
Tell us about yourself, your background, and your journey to your current role I have had management positions at major financial institutions, including Barclays, HSBC, and Lloyds Private Bank. My years in management at these institutions provided me with invaluable skills in strategic planning, leadership, and financial oversight. These experiences have been instrumental in guiding […]
October Cover Feature: Michael Kelly, Founder of Investment Science
Tell us about yourself I’m Michael Kelly, founder of Investment Science, a consulting firm offering objective advice to banks. Investment Science Capital is a private equity infrastructure fund. I also created SageFusion, an AI treasury management platform for accredited investors, and Strategic Deal Space, which provides alternative financing. One case study involved a government client […]
PR Spotlight: Anastasiya Bardunova, Founder of Makers PR
Tell us about yourself and your background I’m the founder and CEO of Makers PR – an independent communications agency for innovative companies. I started my career at the biggest startup hub in my home country named the ‘Silicon Valley of Eastern Europe’ by the Wall Street Journal back in the day. Throughout my 10-year […]