Dubai Works Business Podcast

Janardan Dalmia, Founder and CEO of Trukkin. JD is an experienced finance professional involved with investing and organizing capital raising for private equity and venture capital deals  He has been associated with several advisory and financing assignments for both regional and international clients. JD realized that the transportation industry in the Middle East was still waiting for their Industry 4.0 moment - In--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

This week I'm joined by Parham Ramezani, Group CEO at Parham & Co. and Moe Jabry, COO of A LIst. Parham & Co are a company 7 Brands and growing.One of their brands, A List, is leveraging the power of social media by linking an exclusive database of influencers, models, fashionistas, athletes etc, with venues in Dubai by creating unique and unconventional marketing content.It is a tech company who has taken an idea and are using technology to reach thousands of influencers at a click of a button to promote restaurants, spas, gyms, experiences, and much more. Reaching up to 14,000,000 eyes daily. Having worked with 70 plus partners and growing, serving over 150 influencers daily.  Today we will talk focus on one of those brands,  A List, where the idea came from and how it works, we will also discuss the maturity of the influencer industry, and what Pharnam & Co look for in potential investments.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

In this episode of Dubai Works, we have Faizal E. Kottikollon, Founder & Chairman, KEF Holdings with us. Since establishing KEF Holdings with the mission to be different and make a difference, Faizal E. Kottikollon, Founder & Chairman, has received widespread recognition for the major impact he has made across various industries. He has been named ‘One of the Top 100 Indian Business Leaders in the Arab World’ by Forbes Middle East and ‘One of the 20 Most Influential Indian Leaders in Gulf Construction’ by Construction Week, as well as being listed by Arabian Business as ‘One of the 100 Most Powerful Indians in the Gulf’. Today we will discuss, the story of KEF Holding, a move into healthcare and talk about KEF Connect as well.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

This weeks guest is Rizwan Sajan, Founder & Chairman, Danube Group. Over the last 27 years, the company has charted a path that transformed from being just one shop with one employee to global employee strength of over 3,600 people, over 50 locations in nine countries worldwide including UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, Africa and India. Danube Group occupies more than 5.5 million square feet of land in JAFZA. The warehouses across the UAE stock more than 50,000 products. The company has recorded a turnover of 1.3 billion US Dollars in 2019 and has been growing steadily ever since. On this weeks show, we will talk about how Danube Group have become The First Middle East Company To Pay Back COVID-19 The Salary Cuts, The Story Of Danube - 'Building' A Business, and Lessons As An Entrepreneur & Inspiring Others.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

In this episode of Dubai works, our guest is Ian Carless, Ian is the founder of Warehouse 4, in Al Quoz in Dubai, Warehouse Four attracts the world’s leading brands to host everything from workshops for thirty people to major product launches and regional conferences for audiences in their hundreds. Prior to opening Warehouse Four, Ian and his partners spent 25 years working in broadcast television. (MTV, ESPN, Star TV, etc). In this episode we will discuss the Live From Warehouse 4 initiative, a career in broadcast tv, and what the future holds for events and entertainment industry.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

In this episode of Dubai Works, we will be discussing the journey of Blu Blood Entertainment, an Artists & Events Management  created in the South African market over a decade ago,  With over 35 years’ of combined experience as producers of shows, marketing, communications, hospitality and logistics, the two pillars of Blu Blood, Osman Osman and Shaaista Khan Osman, have continuously thought out of the box and have built the brand into an innovative lifestyle and management empire.  Totay we will talk about their story, the events business during COVID and what's next for the company in the region.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

This week in Dubai Works, we have the pleasure of being joined by a true gastronomic encyclopedia, Michael Ellis, the Chief Culinary Office at Jumeirah Group. A role he has occupied since 2018 having moved from Michelin Restaurant & Hotel Guides across Europe, Asia and the Americas, and oversees the Jumeirah Groups F&B operations across hotels & resorts for signature fine dining to family and more casual dining experiences. On the show, we will talk about Foodie Kids, a new initiative by Jumeriah Group, The Role of Chief Culinary Officer, and Dubai as a cuisine destination.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

Joey Ghazal is a Canadian restaurateur and founder of Fighterbrands Holdings Ltd, Pine Tree State Trading Co and The MAINE. He has developed, owned and managed notable restaurant and bar concepts in Beirut and Dubai. Josey has been recognized by Caterer Magazine as "Middle East Restaurateur of the Year",  is also a Remy Martin brand ambassador and recently collaborated with Mercedes Benz. Today on the show, we will discuss the Story of The Maine, Hospitality During a Global Pandemic, and What's Next in the world of Cuisine.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

Sudhir Syal  is CEO for the Middle East and Head Of Global Trading, of Book My Show Middle East, a leading online entertainment destination. The company started out as  a pure online ticketing platform for movies into an end-to-end management agency of live entertainment events including music concerts, live performances, theatricals, sports and more. Sudhir has had previously lead Book My Show Indonesia as it's CEO and came to this region in 2019.   Today we will discuss:  COVID-19 And The Impact On Live Events          From Tickets To The Entire Show   Future Trends In The Entertainment Industry--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

This week I'm joined by Sanjay Dabur, Vice-President and Head of Energy Business at Sharaf DG Energy, with over 20 years industry experience, he is spearheading Renewable Energy business development with a focus on Solar Energy in the Middle East region for the Sharaf Group. Sharaf DG is well known in the consumer electronics and retail space, but today or focus is on energy, their initiatives for residents, businesses and practices that are In line with the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050, today we will talk about The current energy and environment sectorUN’s 2030 sustainable development goalsThe residential solar segment and its benefitsEnergy industry M&A - Sharaf DG Strategy.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

Omar Jackson’s story is nothing short of inspiring. His passion for entrepreneurship was realised at the early age of 13until now as a partner in a private equity firm. He recently launched his lifestyle brand - OJ Lifestyle - focuses on key elements including Experiences, Fashion and Social Sustainability. The brand includes a membership app, a gym, a fashion line and more. In this episode of Dubai Works, we will talk about his story, the brand, the app and his passions for racing--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

In this episode of Dubai Works, we interviewed Gaj Ravichandra is an International Career Path Strategist & Executive Coach, Organizational Psychologist, and the Co-founder of Kompass Consultancy. For 20 years, Gaj has worked with leading organizations, individuals, sporting companies and business schools to enhance productivity and accelerate growth. As a Registered psychologist, Gaj leans on his psychology training to deliver the most effective evidence-based solutions to his clients. His company, Kompass Consultancy, specializes in enabling performance excellence – offering Executive Coaching; Mental Toughness Performance Coaching; Career Transition & Coaching; Strategic Career Road-mapping; Mindset Coaching and much more! They are headquartered in Dubai, but also have a presence in the UK, Europe, Middle East and Australasia.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

In this episode of Dubai Works, we will interview the C-Founder of Q Communications, Katie Harvery.  Q Communications is an international communications agency, with bases in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, London and Manchester and specialises in fully integrated PR, Social Media & Influencer Marketing. Now celebration it's 10 year in business, with clients such as Aldar Properties, Rebok, Hyatt to name a few, Q Comms co founder Katie Harvey joins us to talk about the story so far, we will discuss female leadership, and expanding the business during a global pandemic--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

Paul Malee & Rami Shamaa Co-Founders & Managing Directors of Maison Privee a virtual hotel brand offering high standards of accommodation and service focused on corporate visitors and discerning tourists.  It was set up in 2017, due to the growth in demand for short-term vacation rentals in Dubai, coupled with the emergence of globally recognized distribution platforms such as Airbnb,  In April 2018, they closed a Series A funding round at USD $4,000,000 and are now rapidly expanding throughout Dubai. In this Dubai Works episode, we will discuss the journey of how the business was created, establishing a new offering in the real estate market, and talk about tourism & rental trends post global pandemic.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

In this week's interview of Dubai Works, we interview the CEO and Founder of Kitab Sawti, Sebastian Bond. Kitab Sawti is an Arabic audio content production and distribution platform that brings to your ears exclusive access to the biggest library of Arabic audiobooks in the world.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

This week's guest is Charlie Wright, the Co- Founder of Hopi. Charlie in a Dubai based entrepreneur, who previously had a venture in the gaming industry and his latest business, Hopi is a new, premium daily contact lens brand that sells directly to consumers via behopi.com. Hopi exists to disrupt the antiquated contact lens retail model by bringing high-quality daily lenses directly to its customers at honest prices. Working with the world’s leading lens manufacturer Pegavision, Hopi lenses launched in the UAE, and is set to expand across the Gulf in July 2020 and then into South East Asia.   In this episode, we have talked about:1. How Hopi Came About (Company and Product overview) 2. Direct-to-Consumer Business - What You Need To Think About 3. Raising Funds & Planning For Growth--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

In this episode of Dubai Works, we have interviewed Tom Woolf, CEO of EdAid. Thomas is an entrepreneur and former professional athlete. His pioneering approach to frontier markets and technology has seen him build successful businesses in the UK, Middle East & Africa. In 2016 Thomas launched EdAid.com a crowd funding platform for students to finance their higher education, interest free. EdAid's mandate is to reduce the cost of higher education, increase access to university, and improve the employability of graduates leaving the system.--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

In this episode of Dubai Works, we've interviewed Georgie Woolams is the founder of Katch International, a communications agency set up initially in London in 2010, before establishing itself as one of the leading PR agencies in Dubai, with clients such as, Tag Heuer, Emaar, Canon, W Hotels, Careem, Mahiki to name a few -  expansion followed to Saudi Arabia and now London, again.We have also discussed: Why Communication is Still Vital for Businesses  The Highs & Lows of Being in a Relationship with Your Business  Don’t Go Quiet, Plan Ahead & Carry on Communicating – For F&B  It’s Time to Rethink Your Branding & Embrace Experience-Driven Packaging  Katch's success here over the years, the work in KSA and expansion to London--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

Salma Sakhnini is CEO of ICON Group, she has over 25 years of industry experience including as Regional Vice President with Citibank for 12 years and as Chief Operating Officer with Rasmala Investments.  ICON is a leading advisor on business working on corporate solutions such as advisory and M&A to Management Consulting, to Organizational Assessments, Executive Development, and Executive Coaching. On this episode, we talk about ICON Group overview, the current state of M&A in the region, and focus on career development advice--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message

In this episode of Dubai Works, we've discussed the story of InnerFight and how did Marcus Smith start this business, key reasons for success, the fitness industry and current trends, and we touched-base on the importance of mental health. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/dubai-works/message