The Smashi Business Show

With us today is Mohammed Tayem, Founder & CEO At Entourage. A regional creative, events, and brand marketing agency, steeped in middle eastern culture.Topics:- The Beginnings Of Entourage- A Look Into The Industry- Looking Ahead: What's Next For Encourage

Welcome back to Dubai Works, today were joined by Sandra Helou, THE CCO of Metapolis. A 'Metaverse as a Service Platform' built on a world-renowned technology stack and powered by leading blockchain technology.Topics:The Story Of MetapolisThe Metaverse MarketplaceWhat’s Next For Metapolis

Today we’re joined by Rene Morgan, the COO & CO Founder of Hayi App. A private social network for neighbourhoods in the UAE. And serves as a way for communities to share local recommendations, keep up to date with local announcements, reunite with lost pets, buy & sell pre-loved goods, organize local meet-ups and so much more.Topics:The Story Of HayiCommunity based platforms in The UAELooking Ahead: What’s Next For Hayi

With us on this episode of Dubai Works is Sam Huber, CEO of Landvault. The largest property developers in the metaverse, with a portfolio of over 200 experiences.Topics:- The Story Of Landvault- The Metaverse ecosystem in The UAE- Looking Ahead: What's Next For Landvault

On 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

This 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.

Today 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

Farid 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

Today 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

Today 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

Today 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

Today 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

Today 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

With 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?

Topics:The Story of Barre EffectThe Fitness Industry And MarketplaceBarre Effect's future plans

Today 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

With 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

Ali 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

With 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

Welcome 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)

With 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?

We’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

Our 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

With 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.

Today we're joined by Dr Sharifa Abdulqader, the owner of Speedy Comics Cafe, inspired by movies and pop culture, as a destination to unwind and share conversations with people of like-minded interests.Topics:- The Story Of Speedy Comics Cafe- The Food And Beverage Industry In Dubai- Looking Ahead With Speedy Comics Cafe

Today we’re joined by Karl Escritt, the CEO At Like Digital. An award-winning agency offering digital transformation services to the world’s leading retail and luxury brands.Topics:- The Story Of Like Digital- Shaping & Morphing Brands In The UAE- The Future With Like Digital

With us today on Dubai Works is Caroline Ralston, Founder of Proposal Boutique. The UAE’s first proposal planning business, founded in 2014, after noticing a high demand for wedding planners in the region, and little to no-help for men with their marriage proposals.Topics:- The Story Of Proposal Boutique- The Wedding Industry In Dubai- Plans For The Future

With us today is Bella Arcari-Bowler, the CEO at Jungle Haus Films. A media production house in Dubai, with a specialization in visual storytelling, Jungle Haus Films covers everything from development to production to editing services.Topics:The Story Of Jungle Haus FilmsMedia And Content Production In DubaiLooking Ahead: What’s Next For Jungle Haus Films

This episode of Dubai Works was a little different. Richard Fitzgerald sat on the opposite side of the table and was interviewed on Augustus Media by Hala Bassam, producer and presenter at Smashi TV.Topics:- The Story Of Augustus Media- How Media Consumption Has Changes- Dissecting The Region's Media Industry- Media In The Future

With us today on Dubai Works is Shereen Tawfiq, the CEO at Balinca. A company empowering women entrepreneurs by teaching them the fundamentals of financial literacy in order to properly manage their SMEs. Balinca uses gamification and simulation to make the knowledge transfer fun and easily assimilated to those with a non-financial background.Topics:- The Story Of Balinca- understanding Balinca's Market Positioning & It's Competition- Looking Ahead With Balinca

With us today is Jean-Pierre Mondalek, the CEO at Houza. A Dubai-based property portal, built with simplicity in mind, whilst still proving all the necessary tools and features a user would need.This episode is sponsored by Evest, a digital brokerage firm, founded with the vision of bringing trust and credibility to the world of online trading. Evest provides investors with better opportunities in the online trading industry, offering self-trade service with high level of security and secured global licenses. Evest offers 100% reliable stocks with 0% commission.

With us on Dubai Works is Niousha Ehsan, the CEO at LINKVIVA. An award-winning and globally recognized events company with offices in Dubai and London. LINKVIVA went from a single desk with zero employees to becoming one of the top 50 events companies in the world.This episode is sponsored by Evest, a digital brokerage firm, founded with the vision of bringing trust and credibility to the world of online trading. Evest provides investors with better opportunities in the online trading industry, offering self-trade service with high level of security and secured global licenses. Evest offers 100% reliable stocks with 0% commission.

With us on this episode of Dubai Works is Michael Askew, the Co-Founder & CEO At ASKWHO. A UAE-based mobile app that brings like-minded people together through community events and activities.

With us today is Atif Rahman, the founder & chairman at ORO24 Developments. A real estate firm that specializes in developments, facility Management, and Investments.

Today on Dubai Works, we have Vincenzo Minore, the CEO at TGC Holding, comprising of beauty, wellness and grooming companies under it's belt. Including Sisters, N.Bar and 1847. All of which have taken the initiative to reduce waste in their everyday business practices.

With us, today on Dubai Works is Stuart Rees Jones. The CEO at Camps International, a worldwide volunteer travel operator founded in 2002. And to date, has hosted more than 30,000 travelers and completed over 200 transformative community, wildlife, and environmental projects.

Today we're joined by Chatri Sityodtong, the founder One Championship. One of the largest sports media platforms, broadcasting to over 150 countries around the world. And ranking amongst the world's top 10 sports media properties for both viewership and engagement.

With us on today's episode is Abeer Raza, the co-founder and CMO at Tekrevol, a digital solutions provider company, initiated with the aim to provide tech enthusiasts a platform to create innovative and meaningful digital solutions that create an impact.

Today we're joined by Jad Hamadeh, the founder and CEO of HD Smartglass. A UAE based Glass, Aluminium and Smart Products and Services Company. Executing projects in and around the UAE since 2009, with its services spread into design, fabrication and installation of Glass, Aluminium and more.

Today we have Sachinn J Laala, the CEO at Liquid. A homegrown UAE brand, and the Middle East's first independent agency fully dedicated to Commerce that has begun to expand globally, including eastern Europe and soon the UK.

On today's episode of Dubai Works, were joined by Matt TooGood, the co-founder of Raw Coffee Company. The UAE’s first roastery to offer 100% organic and fair-trade coffee. Zoning in on sustainability, they've cut the use of plastic, water, and chemicals in the production process, without comprising on taste.

Today we're joined by Sanad Yaghi, the co-founder at Dukkantek. A store management platform, aiming to help business owners to keep track of transactions, monitor sales, calculate VAT, generate reports, and calculate profit margin. - The Story Of Dukkantek - Dukkantek's Competition And Marketplace - Looking Ahead: Dukkantek's Plans For The Future

Today we're sat with Anishkaa Gehani, the founder and CEO At Yardstick Marketing Management. A local PR agency dedicated to finding the best marketing solutions for a 360-degree brand in F&B, Technology, fashion, fitness, beauty industry and lifestyle industry brands. Topics: - The Story Of Yardstick Marketing Management - The Public Relations Industry On Dubai - Yardstick Marketing's Future Plans

Today we have with us Priyanka Sarkar, the CEO at House of Biori. A contemporary, sustainable jewellery brand, redefining the market in The UAE, whilst also adapting to the digital age.

Today we are joined by Shamim Kassibawi, Founder & CEO of Play Date App who has conducted extensive research and conceptualized the idea to launch an app that would bridge the social gap. The aim of the platform is to aid parents and children connect with others of similar interests and age groups.

Today we're joined by Simon Dunn, Co-founder at The Lighthouse Retreat. Middle East’s first year-round holistic wellness and detox retreat that believes in balance. And works to be part of your lifestyle to enhance your life and change your perspective.

Today we're joined by Joshua Ashley-Collins. The CEO and Co-Founder, Playbook. A lifestyle app giving users an all-access, free-to-use listings, of all ongoing restaurant and hospitality offers. As well as experiences curated exclusively for Playbook users Topics: - The Story Behind Playbook - The Dining And Hospitality Industry - Looking Ahead: The Future Of Playbook

Today we have Uday Rathod, the Founder of Zsnap. A fintech platform born in the UAE provides Consumer Retention Mechanism along with smart payments to local businesses and helping customers.Topics:The Story Of ZNAPThe Fintech Industry In DubaiLooking Into The Future With ZNAP

Today we have Mitchell Mobayed with us, The co-founder and Chief Revenue Officer at Truly Secure. An IT services provider for digital transformation. Utilizing strategy, datacenter & cloud implementation, cybersecurity, and Dev-Ops to build modern workplaces. While providing their clients with managed support every step of the way.Topics:The Story Of Truly SecureProtecting A Business’s Technological EnvironmentTruly Secure’s Future Plans

On this episode of Dubai Works, we're joined by John Sanei. A business strategist and speaker who combines human behavior and future studies to create keynotes, masterclasses and books that help people, businesses and brands build the courage and clarity they need to forge the future they want.Topics:-Educating business and government entities -The Future of education -The Future of businesses