Our second October 2024 issue is headlined by Hatem Dowidar, Group CEO of e&! Having led the UAE-grown technology company’s success story from the front, Dowidar now has his sights set on global digital empowerment. “By providing affordable, accessible digital connectivity, we can bridge the digital divide and create a more equitable and inclusive society,” he declares. With this issue’s release coinciding with the commencement of this year's GITEX GLOBAL Largest Tech & Startup Show in the World, we’ve handpicked some sessions from the week-long event that we believe mustn’t be missed! Next, we catch up with UAE-based qeen.ai’s co-founders -Morteza Ibrahimi, Dina Alsamhan, and Ahmad Khwileh- to find out how the startup is helping e-commerce businesses grow with proprietary, sales-oriented AI solutions. We also speak with Foodics co-founder and CEO 'Ahmad AlZaini, who shares insights on how the Saudi Arabia-based company is disrupting traditional restaurant management. In a special feature, we take a look at how some of the participants of last year’s edition of the #AppOlympics -an initiative by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy- have progressed in the last six months. In our monthly roundup of startups in the Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund Innovation Accelerator, we profile Duverse, Equevu, GreenFi, Green and Seed Corporation, and Hoopla (Techstars FC23). Also, check out the major findings from a recent report compiled by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) in collaboration with the American University of Sharjah which revealed promising trends for student entrepreneurship in Sharjah. With Q4, aka the “Golden Quarter”, marking the most critical shopping season of the year, take a look at how TikTok is helping small and medium businesses! Contributors to this edition include Rainbow Chimney’s AlDhabi AlMheiri, Ziina زينة’s Faisal Toukan, and Atteline’s Sarah Kanji. Read and download the full magazine (for free!) on Issuu using the following link: https://lnkd.in/d86NsFZp #digitaltransformation #digitaleconomy #techpioneers #etisalatand #etisalat #techleaders #technologygroup #uaegrown #homegrown #successstrategies #gitex2024 #gitexglobal #appolympics #techstartups #mbrif #dubai #uae #middleeast #startups #startupfounders #entrepreneurs #entrepreneurialmindset #entrepreneurship
Entrepreneur Middle East
النشر الدوري ونشر الكتب
Dubai، Dubai ٦٠٬٠٥٦ متابع
The voice of entrepreneurship around the world.
نبذة عنا
Entrepreneur Middle East is a regional business magazine based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the guide for the region's entrepreneurs and business-minded readership.
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رابط خارجي لـ Entrepreneur Middle East
- المجال المهني
- النشر الدوري ونشر الكتب
- حجم الشركة
- ١١- ٥٠ موظف
- المقر الرئيسي
- Dubai, Dubai
- النوع
- شركة عامة
- تم التأسيس
- 2013
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- Business، Franchise، Entrepreneur، Technology، Social Media، Marketing، Sales، Startups، Finance، Accounting، Large Business، Venture Capital، و Private Equity
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Dubai، Dubai، AE
موظفين في Entrepreneur Middle East
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Raffaella Campagnoli
Former | Chief Strategy Officer @ MAF Retail
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Tamara Pupic
Managing Editor at Entrepreneur Middle East
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Farah Bousaleh, SHRM-CP (she/her/hers)
Deloitter | Deloitte Middle East Mobility Lead | Talent | Women Empowerment Advocate | DE&I Enthusiast | Contributing Writer
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Anum Kamran
Building Marketplaces, Top 20 Influential Pakistani Women on LinkedIn, Tech Entrepreneur & Influencer, Community Builder, Empowering Women, Business…
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🗓️Taking place from October 22-24, 2024 in KSA’s capital city Riyadh, Seamless Middle East & Saudi Arabia is a premier event dedicated to shaping the future of digital commerce. Entrepreneur Middle East is a Media Partner for Seamless KSA. ⚙️Designed to bring together two essential ecosystems -payments, fintech, and banking, alongside retail and e-commerce- under one roof, this event aims to create a platform where merchants, enterprises, and SMEs operating in the digital commerce space can converge, collaborate, and innovate. 📝Attendees will have the opportunity to network with industry peers, gain valuable insights from thought leaders during our comprehensive conference sessions, and explore the latest solutions from top providers in the payments, fintech, banking, retail, and e-commerce. 📣Whether you’re looking to expand your business, discover cutting-edge technologies, or connect with key players in the industry, Seamless Saudi Arabia is the event that will empower you to drive your digital commerce initiatives forward. 🎟️There is still time to grab your free event pass–head to the following link to register today: https://lnkd.in/dhY99m46 #SeamlessKSA #ecommerce #digitalcommerce #techtrends #fintech #banking #retail #saudiarabia #riyadh #KSA
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📢𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩 𝐎𝐥𝐲𝐦𝐩𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐛𝐚𝐜𝐤! The Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy has launched the second edition of the App Olympics, an initiative that is part of the #CreateAppsInDubai initiative that was launched by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum in March 2023. 📲Registrations for the App Olympics are now open until November 13, 2024, on createapps.ae 💡Open to entrants of any age from anywhere around the world, the App Olympics features four awards categories: Best Youth App, Most Impactful App, Most Innovative App, and Industry of the Year – Mobile Gaming. 📌A special category has been created for the mobile gaming sector in this year's edition in line with the goals of the Dubai Program for Gaming 2033, which aims to position Dubai among the top 10 global hubs for the gaming sector. 💰The App Olympics offers financial rewards, in addition to a prize featuring a package of services worth USD$150,000 to develop the winning mobile apps and participation in a six-month mentorship programme after the end of the competition. Winners in each category will benefit from a media support package, as well as access to the network of partners and participants in the App Olympics. 🏆In addition, an online dedicated community will provide participants with access to 100 bite-sized learning modules, comprehension quizzes, weekly community check-ins, interactive masterclasses and mentorship—all designed to equip them with the tools needed to develop their prototypes, pitch decks, and business canvases required to qualify for the semifinals. 🔗Head to createapps.ae to register your interest today! 📖 Learn more about the competition here: https://lnkd.in/dWg2nXmU #Dubai #CreateApps #DigitalEconomy
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A recent report compiled by the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Center (Sheraa) in collaboration with the American University of Sharjah reveals promising trends for student entrepreneurship in Sharjah. The report's findings show that 40% of surveyed students intend to start their own businesses within five years of graduation, with 17% planning to do so immediately. These numbers reflect a growing entrepreneurial spirit among Sharjah's youth, positioning the Emirate as a potential leader in fostering businesses led by young graduates. The report, led by Dr. Rodrigo Basco, Sheikh Saoud bin Khalid Al-Qassimi Chair in Family Business at AUS, highlights the factors driving this entrepreneurial interest, including rising self-confidence, a supportive ecosystem, and the availability of resources that encourage students to explore entrepreneurship as a viable career path. But can these ambitions translate into tangible success, and could Sharjah truly become a hub for student entrepreneurship? Well, for starters, the report's data shows a significant rise in entrepreneurial intentions among students in Sharjah and the UAE. 17% of students expressed a strong desire to become entrepreneurs, aligning with global benchmarks for student entrepreneurship. However, when looking at a medium-term horizon, the figures become even more compelling: 40% of students stated they plan to start their own businesses within five years. However, challenges remain, particularly around access to funding, professional networks and the transition from academic entrepreneurship to real-world business. While Sharjah is making great strides in fostering student entrepreneurship, its ability to lead the way will depend on sustained investment in education, ecosystem development, and the removal of barriers to entry. If the current trajectory continues, Sharjah has clear potential to emerge as a model for other cities looking to cultivate the next generation of entrepreneurs. Head to the following link to learn more: https://lnkd.in/dztrrSmr #sharjah #youngentrepreneurs #studententrepreneurs #report #study #entrepreneurship #uae
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As GenAI reshapes industries and job roles, the need for upskilling and reskilling has never been more urgent. This requires fostering a culture of continuous learning--and #HR leaders are at the forefront of this evolution, writes Jana Haounji, MBA - SHRM-CP: https://lnkd.in/e_SwmhQ9 #talent #upskilling #talentretention #uspkillingtalent #humanresources #HR #HRStrategies #employees #employeemanagement #GenAI #dubai #uae #middleeast
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Having led UAE-grown technology company e&'s success story from the front, Group CEO Hatem Dowidar now has his sights set on global digital empowerment--our latest cover story is now online: https://lnkd.in/eg_fF4_W #digitaltransformation #digitaleconomy #techpioneers #etisalatand #etisalat #techleaders #technologygroup #uaegrown #homegrown #successstrategies
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GymNation, positioned as "The People's Gym", is democratizing health and fitness, by making going to the gym more affordable and accessible for everyone across the Middle East--learn more about the company's expansion plans here: https://lnkd.in/dTAbXQVF #expansion #health #fitness #healthbusiness #wellness #growthmindset #dubai #uae #middleeast
GymNation to Accelerate Expansion Following the Opening of Its 20th Location | Entrepreneur
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By incorporating editorial content and educational tools into her UAE-based online retail platform NOUR, founder Nidhi Sharma is on a mission to reimagine the beauty purchasing journey: https://lnkd.in/d2STqdcz #beauty #beautybusiness #startupfounders #womeninbusiness #startingabusiness #consumertrends #dubai #uae #middleeast
Glamour Genius: Nidhi Sharma, Founder, NOUR | Entrepreneur
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📢𝐅𝐈𝐍𝐀𝐋 𝐂𝐀𝐋𝐋! With Expand North Star, a global Dubai-based annual startup event, set to return in two days time, from October 13, 2024, this is your last chance to book a free visitor’s pass for the event! 🗓️Set to run from October 13-16, 2024, at the Dubai Harbour, this year’s edition is expected to convene over 1,200 investors and more than 2,000 startups. 💡At the Expand North Star 10x Stage, visitors will be able to gain insights from global unicorns, partake in engaging panel discussions and debates, and get top advice from globally renowned tech leaders! ⏳️The FREE visitor pass is available only for a limited time, so head to the following link to book your spot now: #ExpandNorthStar2024 #ExpandNorthStar #ClimateTech #GITEXImpact #Innovation #FutureBlockchainSummit #FintechSurge #StartUpEvent #DubaiChamberofDigitalEconomy #GITEXGLOBAL #AI #Sustainability #GITEXImpact #YouthX #Scaleups
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What if your company's next big idea doesn't come from the loudest voice in the room but instead, from someone whose brain works differently — someone who is neurodivergent? On #WorldMentalHealthDay, here's a look at why it's time the corporate world stops looking for people to fit in and rather embrace the unique ways that peoples' minds work: https://lnkd.in/dxYT2Qya #neurodivergent #Dyslexia #DyslexiaAwareness #DyslexiaAwarenessMonth #employeewellness #inclusivity #dubai #uae #middleeast
The Untapped Potential of Dyslexia in the Corporate World | Entrepreneur
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