Tell us about yourself and your journey to founding OnTheList I’m Delphine, a French Mum of 2 young kids; Pablo who is 4 years old, and Gabin who is 2 years old. I arrived in Hong Kong in 2015 with Diego my husband who is also the co-founder of OnTheList. Like most people, I started […]
Category: ENTREPRENEURSHIP
Breaking Into the P&L: How Women Leaders Can Step Into Revenue-Generating Roles
The skills that bring you success in middle management lay a strong foundation. Yet the transition to revenue-driving leadership roles demands a different playbook. Drawing from real stories and experiences of women leaders across the Middle East, Africa and Europe, we’ll explore practical strategies for building business acumen, navigating cultural complexities, and positioning yourself effectively […]
CEO Spotlight: Mr. Al Arif, CEO of World Padel Academy
What inspired you to start World Padel Academy (WPA)? I’ve always believed in the potential of padel as a sport that connects people and communities. Starting WPA was about turning my passion for the game into an opportunity to create something meaningful. It was inspired by the idea of building a platform where people of […]
Wellness Spotlight: Anisha Joshi
Tell us about your background and what it is you currently do. My name is Anisha Joshi, and I’ve been a qualified osteopath for over 14 years. Some people like to call me “The Pain Expert” because of my unique method of treating pain and empowering people to live their best, pain-free lives. My journey […]
Entrepreneur Spotlight: Nathalie Khouri, Founder of Ralee
Tell us about yourself & your journey to founding Ralee My journey in design has always been rooted in creativity and visual storytelling. My background spans over a decade in marketing and brand activation with the world’s best brands like Reebok and Apple. These experiences taught me how to understand people’s needs and desires, which […]
The Era of Entrepreneurs
Nowadays, if you ask, two out of five people will tell you they want to leave their jobs to start a business. All that excitement! Money, fame, attention, recognition, building the dream, making this world a better place, solving a problem… looks like a fairy tale for everyone who has a vision and wants to […]
Female Business Leader Spotlight: Qadreya Al Awadhi, Founder of Bumblebee Food
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 […]
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 […]
Female Founder Spotlight: Erika Doyle
Tell us about yourself and your background I am from Lithuania originally, have spent most of my formative adult years in the UK and have now been living in the UAE for the last 6 years. I am a mother of three little girls who are fiercely independent and incredible in their own ways. My […]
Founder Spotlight: Jamil Shinawi, CEO & Co-Founder at Ahoy
Tell us about yourself and how you got started in business/tech. I started my entrepreneurship journey at a very early age through small gigs and contributing to open-source software. By the time I was 14, I had an idea for a portable, pocket-sized hard drive. It was a hit and when I was 16, I […]










