When I arrived at the CSP Group ME offices in Dubai, I wasn’t expecting to be greeted with such warmth. But that’s exactly what happened when Lisa van der Watt, the company’s relocation manager, welcomed me with her signature South African friendliness and a cup of coffee that could rival any Cape Town café. “You […]
Tell us about yourself, your background and your journey to founding Valetcart. Over the last 15 years, I’ve been obsessed with technology, e-commerce, and above all – digital customer experience. I launched my first e-commerce startup back in 2006. Later, I spent a decade running my own digital agency where we automated online sales for banks […]
In today’s founder economy, social capital is as powerful as financial capital—yet often undervalued until you need it most. The difference between a slow moving start-up and one with momentum could very well be stronger social capital: the trusted networks, sounding boards, and thought partners behind the scenes. As traditional hierarchies dissolve, the modern founder’s […]
When you’re the one making every decision, who helps you see what you’re missing?Even the most visionary founders need a space where they don’t have to lead, pitch, or prove—just think clearly. Startups are built in boardrooms and brainstorms—but they thrive in moments when founders choose clarity over chaos.A founder coach isn’t a luxury; they’re […]
In the world of startups, scaling is not just about growing bigger. It’s about growing smarter, faster, and more strategically. Every founder wants to hit that sweet spot where their startup takes off like a rocket, but few know how to navigate the tricky phases between early success and true scaling. If you’re in the […]
In today’s capital markets, speed and precision define success for emerging ventures. Startups no longer win funding by casting a wide net—they secure it by aligning tightly with the right capital partners, delivering institutional-grade narratives, and executing with with the right systems and infrastructures in place. Too often, founders face fragmented investor pipelines, generic pitch […]
If you’re building something new—whether it’s a business, a brand, or a movement—you have two choices: follow the blueprint, or tear it up. Most people stick to the blueprint. It’s safe. It’s predictable. It’s why industries get stuck in loops, repeating the same formulas until someone comes along and breaks the cycle. That’s where the […]
Daniel Hungerford started his first business right out of college at 22. Dan has had the opportunity to start businesses for himself and help others grow them for most of his adult life. Dan is a John Maxwell Trained Speaker and Corporate Trainer. He has been COO and Sales Manager for companies in the Nutrition, […]
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 […]
Global entrepreneur Roman Ziemian shares his journey, insights, and strategies for building sustainable startups in one of the world’s most innovative and competitive markets. As an entrepreneur, I’ve learned that while every business starts with a vision, the real challenge lies in bringing that vision to life and making it scalable. The UAE offers one […]
