Synopsis
DUBAI WORKS, a business podcast about the innovators, the products, the services and trending topics, Lovin Dubai's take on the business stories that matter.The shows host is Richard Fitzgerald, founder of Augustus Media, publishers of Lovin Dubai, Lovin Saudi and SMASHI TV.
Episodes
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Ahmed Gaber, Chief Executive Officer at Entertainer
17/03/2023 Duration: 53minOn today’s episode of Dubai Works were joined by Ahmed Gaber, Chief Executive Officer at The ENTERTAINER. An app with over 6 million users, where you can find the biggest offers and discounts, that help you save on meals, experiences and travel and more, all in one place.Topics:- The Start Of The ENTERTAINER- How The ENTERTAINER Approach The Dubai Market- What’s Next For The ENTERTAINER
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Dubai Lynx Special: The Festival Bringing Together The MENA's Greatest Creatives
16/03/2023 Duration: 56minThis episode of Dubai Works is in partnership with Dubai Lynx, MENA's largest gathering in the creative marketing community. We start off the episode speaking to Simon Cook, the CEO at Lions, as he explains the role in which the festival plays in providing regional creatives recognition, access and credibility. Throughout this episode of Dubai Works, we also speak to Vidya Manmohan, founder and Chief Creative Officer at V4Good and Daniel Hulme the CEO Satalia, and their participation at the event.
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Ali Gargash, Managing Director at AJG Holding
10/03/2023 Duration: 47minToday were joined by Ali Gargash, the Managing Director at AJG Holding. A leading investment company that has been serving for the last 30 years. Covering and affiliated with companies in healthcare, real estate and the automative industry.Topics:- The Beginnings of AJG Holding- The Marketplace & Competition- The Future of AJG holding
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Farid Samji, CEO at EWINGS (Mahzooz)
03/03/2023 Duration: 53minFarid Samji, CEO at EWINGS, the managing operator of Mahzooz, the GCC’s first-ever digital weekly draw granting participants the chance to win millions.Topics:The Story Of MahzoozThe Marketplace and CompetitionMahzooz’s Future Plans
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Nic Watson, Co-Founder of Udrive
24/02/2023 Duration: 45minToday We're joined by Nic Watson, Co-Founder of Udrive, Welcome to the Show.Topics Covered- Mobility Solutions for Better Cities in MENA- What are the drivers of this mobility shift?- The role and importance of technology in promoting sustainability/circular economy in urban areas- MENA and its readiness to move to the next stage in mobility (infrastructure, government policies, challenges)- On-demand mobility and contactless driving - Europe & US learnings | UAE market analysis and potential- The future of car sharing industry for the UAE & MENA region: insights on changing customer behaviour- How companies from different industries can benefit from a sharing & circular economy
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Deborah Henning, Fashion Guru & Serial Entrepreneur
17/02/2023 Duration: 44minToday we're joined by Deborah Henning. A Fashion Guru, Serial Entrepreneur, Mentor & Speaker whos worked with renowned names in retail and fashion including Alexander McQueen, Sass & Bide, and Majid Al Futtaim.Topics:- Deborah Henning's Story- The Fashion Industry In Dubai- Deborah's Future Plans
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Sudipt Shah, Founder & CEO Digital of Things
10/02/2023 Duration: 46minToday we’re joined by Sudipt Shah, Founder & CEO at Digital of Things. The leading user research and experience design agency in the Middle East.Topics:Digital Of Things: The BeginningThe Digital Marketplace & CompetitionPlans For The Future
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Lily Hoa Nguyen - Founder & Executive Chef of Vietnamese Foodies
03/02/2023 Duration: 49minToday on Dubai Works, we will be speaking to the Owner and Executive Chef of Vietnamese Foodies Lily Hoa Nguyen. Since opening doors to its first location in JLT in January 2018, Vietnamese Foodies has now expanded operations to include four other locations for a total of five locations across Dubai.Topics:- The Story Of Vietnamese Foodies- The F&B Industry In The UAE- Vietnamese Foodies' Future Plans
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Marc-Andre Sola, Chairman of 1291 Group
27/01/2023 Duration: 48minToday we’re joined by Marc-Andre Sola, Chairman of 1291 Group. A financial services group, offering tailor-made wealth protection plans to private individuals, families and investment professionals.Topics:The Conception Of 1291 GroupFinancial Services Market In The UAEWhat’s Next For 1291 Group
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Marwan Chaar Co-CEO at Kavak
20/01/2023 Duration: 44minWith us today is Marwan Chaar, the Co-CEO at Kavak. A disruptive automotive brand looking to change how pre-owned cars are bought and sold in the industry.Topics:- The Story Of Kavak- The Second Hand Car Industry In Dubai- Looking Ahead With Kavak: What's Next?
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Nora Hameidani, founder of Barre Effect
13/01/2023 Duration: 44minTopics:The Story of Barre EffectThe Fitness Industry And MarketplaceBarre Effect's future plans
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Cyrus Rustom, Co-Founder of Boxica
06/01/2023 Duration: 45minToday we're joined by Cyrus Rustom, the co-founder of Boxica. A fitness and wellness center that opened up during the height of the pandemic, placing as much focus on mental health as physical.Topics:- The Story Of Boxica- Dubai's Fitness & Wellness Market- Boxica's Future Plans
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Muneeb Mushtaq CEO and Co-Founder At Airzai Aroma
30/12/2022 Duration: 56minWith us today is Muneeb Mushtaq, the CEO and Co-Founder of Airzai Aroma, who have recently launched their flagship product. A smart-home fragrance diffuser that creates a mist in the safest & purest way.- The Story Of Airzai- The Luxury Home Goods Market In The UAE- Airzia's Future Plans
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Co-founder Ali Hashemi, Glucare.Health
23/12/2022 Duration: 53minAli Hashemi, the Co-Founder of Glucare.Health, the first hybrid Digital Therapeutics Human vertically integrated diabetes platform of its kind.Topics:GluCare.Health: How It All StartedThe MedTech Industry In DubaiLooking Ahead With GluCare.Health
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Leyla Azizova, co-founder of WEMA Health
16/12/2022 Duration: 44minWith us today is Leyla Azizova, co-founder of WEMA Health. A digital health start-up aiming to tackle the rising obesity rates in The Middle East.Topics:- The Story Of WEMA Health- The Health And Wellness Industry In The Middle East- Looking Ahead With WEMA Health
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Walid Shihabi, Co-Founder and CSO of Keyper
12/12/2022 Duration: 48minWelcome back to another episode of Dubai Works, today we're joined by Walid Shihabi, the co-founder and CSO at Keyper. UAE’s first-of-its-kind PropTech app, curating an ecosystem of real estate stakeholders to provide the best experience for property investorsTopics:- The Story Of Keyper- The Tenancy Market In The UAE- Keyper's Plans For The Future- Proptech Expert Advise on Short Term Rentals (World Cup 2022)
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Rupert J Connor, Founding Partner at Abacus Financial Consultants
04/12/2022 Duration: 47minWith us today is Rupert Connor, an expert financial planning fiduciary adviser and one of the founding partners at Abacus Financial Consultants, an industry-leading and multi award-winning financial firm in the UAE.Topics:- The Story Of Abacus- Financial Consultancy In The UAE- Looking Ahead: What's Next For Abacus?
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Ola Hesselroth, CEO at Euvic UAE
28/11/2022 Duration: 47minWe’re joined today by Ola Hesselroth, the CEO at Euvic. An IT Services Consultancy firm. Creating digital products, infrastructures, software and innovations.Topics:- The Story Of Euvic- The Consultancy Market In Dubai- Euvic's Plans For The Future
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EP 194: Dr Adil Alzarooni, Founder of Citizens School
18/11/2022 Duration: 51minOur guest today is Dr Adil Alzarooni, Founder of Citizens School Dubai. Citizens focuses on each child’s unique requirements. Empowering them with choices to explore themes, expand interests, and determine the routes that they want to go on to reach their full potential, without compromise.Topics:- The Story Of Citizens School Dubai- The education sector in Dubai- Looking Ahead With Citizens School Dubai
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Cyrus Alavi, Founder and CEO At Nüwater
12/11/2022 Duration: 42minWith us today is Cyrus Alavi, Founder and CEO At Nüwater, a homegrown sustainable beverage brand, battling the ever-growing issue of single-use plastics within the region. And placing a focus on relaying the impact micro-plastics have on our body.