When I first moved abroad, I expected challenges – adjusting to new cultures, building networks, and navigating unfamiliar business systems. But what I didn’t expect was that managing my money would be the hardest part. As an expat entrepreneur, I expected challenges like everyone does – adjusting to new cultures, navigating unfamiliar business environments, and […]
Tell us about yourself and what it is that you do I’m Jeri Williams, the founder of Smooth Accounting in the UK and Smooth Dubai in the UAE. I’m a chartered accountant, serial entrepreneur, and mum of two boys. After successfully building a UK-based accountancy practice from my garage and growing it into a thriving […]
Digitalisation has transformed entrepreneurship—especially at its inception. An increasing number of small businesses are launching via platforms like Instagram, TikTok, or WhatsApp, bypassing traditional websites. These social-first entrepreneurs meet customers where they already are, turning social media from a mere communication tool into a business. According to the GoDaddy 2025 Global Entrepreneurship Survey, over one […]
Global Entrepreneur Roman Ziemian unpacks the bold, purpose-driven mindset of Gen Z founders in the Middle East. From Dubai’s digital natives to Saudi Arabia’s innovation hubs, Ziemian explores how a new generation is reshaping the region’s startup culture — one mission-led venture at a time. Breaking Stereotypes: Gen Z Is Building Movements, Not Just Startups […]
In an industry where cleanliness, safety, and operational efficiency often go unnoticed yet are absolutely essential, SaveFast has emerged as a regional leader, not just delivering training but reshaping how facilities management and cleaning professionals are empowered. From its base in the Middle East, SaveFast has become a force to reckon with, transforming thousands of […]
Lessons from 10 years leading one of the UAE’s leading hair and beauty salons “Leadership is not about being in charge. It’s about taking care of those in your charge.” Simon Sinek For me, leadership wasn’t born in a boardroom. It was shaped in quiet moments behind the salon chair. In conversations no one saw […]
Tell us about yourself, your background and your journey to your current role as CEO at IFZA. My career has been a journey through different industries and global markets, all of which has shaped my leadership approach today. Throughout my career I have had the privilege of working with organizations that focus on sustainable growth. […]
If you know Sprints, you know we’ve been in the edtech space for five years now. Our mission is bold but clear: upskill 100 million learners by 2030. From day one, we knew that reaching this kind of scale would require powerful, tech-driven solutions that wouldn’t sacrifice quality. Like any edtech platform, we faced the […]
Tell us about yourself and your background. I was born and raised in the Netherlands and began my career in institutional sales in Denmark after completing my Master’s degree. This helped to shape the foundation of my career, where I learnt the importance of trust, adaptability and the nuances of cross-border collaboration – principles that […]
In the heart of the Middle East, where innovation meets opulence, the DAMAC Real Estate Website stands out as the ultimate gateway to prestigious properties, offering a glimpse into the future of elite living. As a symbol of architectural excellence and a beacon for high-end investments, DAMAC has redefined what it means to live luxuriously. […]
