Best UAE MBA Podcasts (2024)

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#318: Paul Mallee on Finding Untapped Potential in Luxury Hospitality 48:33

1h ago48:33

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Paul Mallee is a leader in luxury travel and hospitality and the Founder of Maison Privee, a short-term rental company redefining vacation experiences in the UAE and beyond. With a career spanning roles like Chairman of Bus Éireann, Head of Corporate Strategy at Etihad, and consultant for Booz Allen Hamilton, Paul has a knack for spotting opportuni…

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“Dare to Share Your Measured Vulnerability” with Corporate Director Jo-Ann Pöhl in South Africa 45:10

12h ago45:10

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In today's episode, we dive deep with Jo-Ann Pöhl, a powerhouse of resilience and leadership, who shares her journey of measured vulnerability. From humble beginnings in small mining towns in South Africa to becoming a recognized leader in international finance, Jo has garnered accolades, including Africa's Top 20 Rising Stars and the Trailblazer A…

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#216 Qadreya Al Awadhi's Culinary Adventures for Kids 16:48

3h ago16:48

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About Qadreya Al Awadhi Qadreya Al Awadhi is the 27-year-old Emirati founder and CEO of Bumblebee, a homegrown business providing ready-made frozen meal plans for babies and toddlers. Alongside running Bumblebee, Qadreya holds a full-time position at one of the world’s largest financial institutions. Her entrepreneurial journey is closely aligned w…

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Adapting your personal leadership style: Shawn Bushouse, former president of emerging brands at Nestle Health Science, discusses the differences in leadership at start-ups and larger organizations 21:18

22h ago21:18

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In this episode of The Heidrick & Struggles Leadership Podcast, Heidrick & Struggles’ Adam Howe sits down with Shawn Bushouse. Throughout his career, Shawn has spent time on multiples sides of large and small businesses, from start-ups shipping their first order to global enterprises with market value nearing $300 billion. He has led teams of varyi…

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#317: Overcoming the Victim Mentality with Nick Santonastasso 1:01:05

2d ago1:01:05

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Born with a rare birth defect called Hanhart Syndrome, Nick Santonastasso has defied all odds. The rare condition left him with no legs and just one arm, setting him up for a lifetime of unimaginable physical challenges. But his unstoppable mindset has turned him into a powerhouse. As a bodybuilder, global keynote speaker, entrepreneur, and philant…

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#215 Erika Blazeviciute - Building a Business with Confidence and Curiosity 35:22

7d ago35:22

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About Erika Blazeviciute Doyle Erika Blazeviciute Doyle is the founder of Drink Dry, the GCC’s first premium non-alcoholic drinks marketplace. Originally from Lithuania, Erika has made her mark in the UAE’s retail and hospitality sectors, leading the zero-alcohol revolution in the region. With a background in politics, diplomacy, and a personal jou…

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#316: Transforming a Fitness Passion into a Multi-Million Pound Subscription-Based Empire 1:03:38

11d ago1:03:38

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Most folks underestimate the power of subscription-based business models – but Courtney Black is living proof they can transform entire industries. Meet the powerhouse fitness trainer, multi-million-pound serial entrepreneur, and two-time 'Sunday Times' bestselling author who's taken the UK fitness scene by storm. With her app and a community of ov…

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#214 Karl Dariane's Playbook for Harmonizing Sports and Business 28:33

16d ago28:33

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About Karl Dariane Karl Dariane is a multifaceted entrepreneur and former Olympic alpine skier. He is the founder of FlexoFix, a cutting-edge physical rehabilitation clinic in the UAE. With a background in competitive sports, including skiing, squash, and jiu-jitsu, Karl has a deep understanding of the physical demands of athletes. His journey into…

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Transitioning from a man to a woman as the CEO of an insurance company: Caroline Farberger shares her unique experience and remarkable insights on inclusive leadership 26:27

18d ago26:27

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In this interview, former CEO Caroline Farberger shares how her mindsets and behaviors changed as a leader after she transitioned and how she realized that her previous way of leading was not inclusive—and what had to change for it to become truly inclusive. She also argues that leaders make better business decisions if they can master the skills o…

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Andre Perry: Director of the Center for Community Uplift, Senior Fellow, Brookings Metro 1:15:20

16d ago1:15:20

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Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Ideation | Strategic | Arranger | Futuristic | Analytical Andre M. Perry is a Senior Fellow at Brookings Metro, Director of Brookings' Center for Community Uplift, and a scholar-in-residence at American University. A respected commentator on race, inequality, and education, he authored Know Your Price: Valuing Black Lives an…

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#315: Mastering the Gladiator Mentality with Dariush Soudi 1:32:03

16d ago1:32:03

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In the face of challenges, you have two choices: accept defeat or learn and rise stronger. Dariush Soudi chose the latter, embracing his ‘gladiator’ mindset. As the founder of ARENA Capital and the Gladiator Summit, he has navigated over 40 years of business challenges, losing and gaining millions along the way. Even in the toughest times, he remai…

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“Rumi - The Kingdom of Love” with Dr. Mansour Malik in Dubai, UAE 1:13:44

21d ago1:13:44

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In this captivating episode, join us as we sit down with an extraordinary guest, Dr. Mansour Malik—a corporate lawyer turned international human rights advocate and founder of Kingdom of Love—whose career spans London to Dubai. Discover how his unique journey, rooted in his early exposure to herbal medicine, transformed his life’s mission from prac…

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#213 From Musical Roots to Audiopreneur: Joe El Hage's Inspiring Journey 20:15

21d ago20:15

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About Joe El Hage Joe El Hage is a passionate audiopreneur with a deep love for music and sound. Growing up in a musical family, Joe's journey began at eight when he picked his first guitar. Over the years, his love for music grew, leading him to explore various genres, from blues to heavy metal. After completing a degree in industrial engineering,…

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#314: Conquering London’s Luxury Real Estate Market with Daniel Daggers 1:11:34

23d ago1:11:34

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Cracking London’s luxury real estate market is no small feat, but Daniel Daggers, aka ‘Mr. Super Prime’ – has not only mastered it but built a billion-dollar empire from scratch. As the host of Buying London and the visionary behind DDRE, he’s sold over £5 billion worth of properties and is well-versed in the ins and outs of this elite industry. St…

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#212 From Expert to Founder: Laura's Dubai Adventure 23:09

28d ago23:09

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About Laura Barton-Toyne Laura Barton-Toyne is a dedicated leader in early childhood education, with over 20 years of experience working in nurseries and supporting children with special education needs. Her expertise spans child development, creating child-centered environments, and providing holistic support to families. Currently, she leads Yell…

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Building high-performing teams and driving followership: A conversation with Matt Carter, the CEO of Intrado 11:33

29d ago11:33

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Matt Carter, CEO of Intrado, the Stonepeak-backed provider of 9-1-1 critical infrastructure and technology solutions, and a board member at both JLL and NRG Energy, sits down with Heidrick & Struggles’ Jessica Gentile and Francesca “Chessy” Michel, to discuss his approach to building high-performance teams, the particular leadership skills or capab…

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#313: The Secret to Creating a Top 1% Podcast with James Burtt 1:09:41

1M ago1:09:41

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90% of the podcasts never go beyond the 7th episode. The reason? Launching is easy – committing isn’t. Meet James Burtt, founder of Phonic Media, a results-driven agency that's mastered the art of content marketing and brand building. Having launched 179 podcasts for top brands, businesses, and celebrities like BMW, Xbox, and Alex Murphy, his strat…

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37: Ep 037 - HR Professional Day Roundtable 24:40

1M ago24:40

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Tune in to this podcast to hear what Jitender Panihar, CHRO (Fitelo), Aravind Warrier, HR Lead (Volvo Group), and Meenalochani Kumar, Advisor (Sigmoid) have to share on HR Professionals Day. HR is not only about administrative processes. The role of HR has evolved tremendously and has the potential to go much further. However, they need to identify…

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#211 Naz Musa on Community, Wellness, and Global Business Expansion 24:12

1M ago24:12

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About Naz Musa Naz Musa is a seasoned entrepreneur and visionary leader known for founding the Spartans Boxing Club. With over 25 years of global business experience spanning Europe, the US, Asia, Australia, and the Middle East, Naz has successfully built and scaled multiple ventures, including Spartans Boxing Club, which has grown from a local gym…

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Special feature: Neurodiversity in the workplace—what executives should know 20:12

1M ago20:12

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In this special feature, three of our Heidrick & Struggles colleagues—Kathryn Bardi, Christina Cary, and Sean McLean—sit down to talk about neurodiversity: what it is and what it means for leaders, particularly CHROs and chief people officers, looking to make their organizations more inclusive. The three offer their advice to a leader or manager wh…

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Simon Sinek: Founder of The Optimist Company 1:15:10

1M ago1:15:10

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Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Ideation | Futuristic | Strategic | Communication | Restorative Described as “a visionary thinker with a rare intellect,” Simon has devoted his professional life to helping advance a vision of the world that does not yet exist -- a world in which the vast majority of people wake up every single morning inspired, feel safe wh…

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#312: IOPn’s Game-Changing Token Approach to Securing Golden Visas 1:00:11

1M ago1:00:11

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Securing a UAE Golden Visa is now simpler than ever with IOPn’s token investment approach. Join Mojtaba Asadian, the visionary founder of IOPn, a pioneering Web3 ecosystem shaping the future of decentralised technology. With strong ties to the UAE’s economy, Mojtaba reveals how IOPn offers the most affordable and innovative path to a 10-year reside…

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“Educate Our Children for Tomorrow” with International Educator Tony Gerlicz in the USA 1:07:14

1M ago1:07:14

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The Mandela International Magnet School is leading the way towards an innovative model of higher education that aims to give our world a human face. Leading a dynamic team to fulfill this challenge is Tony Gerlicz, an international educator who came up with the concept for the international magnet school in 2014. In this conversation with Anne Prat…

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#210 Redefining Midlife: Health, Wellness, and Digital Innovation with Ann Marie McQueen 28:00

2M ago28:00

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About Anne-Marie McQueen Anne-Marie McQueen is a veteran digital journalist, podcaster, and former national columnist with over 30 years of experience spanning North America and the Middle East. She has made significant strides in science, healthcare, and wellness journalism, becoming an early adopter and disruptor in the media landscape. Anne-Mari…

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Finding the right fintech talent: A conversation with Ben Grolimund, general manager of UAE, Rain 11:20

2M ago11:20

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A recent study from Bitget Research found that countries in the Middle East saw a 166% increase year-on-year in daily crypto traders in 2024 alone, with the UAE clearly emerging as one of the fastest-growing markets for cryptocurrency adoption worldwide. Ben Grolimund, the general manager of the UAE at Rain, the first fully regulated virtual assets…

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#311: Inside Lewis Allsopp’s Climb to the Top of UAE Real Estate 43:38

1M ago43:38

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While the world was gripped with fear during the 2008 financial crisis, he was busy building the UAE’s largest real estate brokerage from the ground up. Meet Lewis Allsopp, the Chairman of Allsopp & Allsopp, who started his brokerage in the midst of a recession with just four employees and grew it into an empire with over 650 employees, including 4…

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36: Ep 036 - Reskilling in 2024: Then and Now 21:55

2M ago21:55

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On this podcast, Satadru Chakraborty, Director ‒ HR, Corporate Services, APAC, CGI, shares his thoughts on skilling and reskilling in today’s workplaces. A greytHR report cites that employers preferred technical proficiency, with role-based technical skills leading at 40% of demand. This underscores the importance of specialized knowledge in variou…

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#209 Sean Morris on Sports, Leadership, and Climate Action 30:11

2M ago30:11

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About Sean Morris Sean Morris is a former professional cricketer and a visionary leader in the sports industry, now spearheading the integration of sustainability into sports through his innovative work with 1.5 Degrees Sport. With over 35 years of experience, including roles as CEO of the Professional Cricketers Association and the Rajasthan Royal…

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Kendra Tucker: CEO, Truckstop 37:38

2M ago37:38

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Top 5 CliftonStrengths: Communication | Competition | Achiever | Significance | Command Kendra Tucker joined Truckstop in 2020 as chief revenue officer, leading the sales and customer teams. In 2021, her role expanded to take on operations and strategy as chief operating officer, and in 2022, she was appointed CEO. For more than 15 years, Tucker ha…

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#310: How Neil Petch Built Virtuzone into the UAE’s Leading Company Formation Firm 1:03:32

2M ago1:03:32

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What does it take, to become the number one company in your industry? In this episode, Neil Petch – the founder and chairman of Virtuzone – answers this and delivers essential advice every entrepreneur needs to hear. Virtuzone, the UAE’s leading company formation firm, has helped more than 70,000 entrepreneurs from 180 countries establish their bus…

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#208 Heartfelt Stories of Birthday Bliss 27:41

2M ago27:41

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About Mika Coquia, Karen Morales, and Savitri Rahmadani Mika Coquia, Karen Morales, and Savitri Rahmadani are core members of the inspiring charity organization, Birthday Bliss. The organization is dedicated to bringing joy to children and hardworking laborers by organizing unforgettable birthday celebrations for those who face financial hardship. …

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#309: The Battle to Bring ‘Million Dollar Listing UAE’ to Life with Ben Bandari 53:04

2M ago53:04

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If you’ve been tuning into the hit TV reality show ‘Million Dollar Listing UAE,’ then you’re not alone. This high-stakes drama is smashing viewership records, offering an exclusive look into the glamorous real estate market of Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Meet Ben Bandari, the mastermind behind the phenomenon. A Canadian-born real estate titan, Ben faced r…

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35: Ep 035 - Succession Planning and Doing It Right 26:01

2M ago26:01

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Tune in to this podcast to hear what Mukta Nakra, Head ‒ HR & Sustainability, Marks & Spencer Reliance India Ltd, says about the importance of succession planning. How many companies, which we know, have raised good CEOs? Not too many, right? Succession planning is one of the most invaluable, and overlooked, tracks of strategy in the world of busin…

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"The Trial That Shocked the World" with Prakash Diar in Canada 1:00:57

2M ago1:00:57

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In the mid and late 1980s, a brave, young lawyer defended the “Sharpeville Six,” who were wrongfully prosecuted and sentenced to death for a crime they did not commit. Prakash Diar lost the case, but he used that loss to propel himself to a bigger struggle – to take on the entire apartheid system and apply global political pressure to galvanize the…

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#207 Building Resilience and Purpose with Tim Desormeaux 21:42

2M ago21:42

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About Timothée Desormeaux Timothée Desormeaux is a visionary entrepreneur and co-founder of Acquisit, a company that has quickly earned the trust of global brands like L'Oreal, Calvin Klein, and Birkenstock. Born in France and now based in Dubai for the past nine years, Tim brings a unique blend of analytical thinking and creative problem-solving t…

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The democratization and the future of the robotics industry: An interview with Ujjwal Kumar, group president of Teradyne Robotics 15:08

2M ago15:08

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Ujjwal Kumar, group president of Teradyne Robotics, sits down with Heidrick & Struggles’ Jerry Gorss to discuss the changing status quo of the industrial robotics sector and manufacturing generally. Kumar shares his outlook on how the next 12 months will impact the industry, particularly its leadership needs. He also shares what he believes are the…

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#308: Taking Control Of Your Personal Data With Futurist Michael Clark 52:35

2M ago52:35

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You own your data, but let’s face it — you’re not in control. Now, what if you could flip the script and make your data work for you? Meet Michael Clark, Vice President of Global Digital Transformation at Mastercard, and a leading data futurist with over twenty years of experience shaping the data industry. Top companies rely on his expertise to st…

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#206 Hemant Katyal's Path from Computer Science to Commerce 24:59

3M ago24:59

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About Hemant Katyal Hemant Katyal is a visionary businessman and entrepreneur with a background in computer science engineering. His passion for entrepreneurship led him to establish several successful ventures, including DhanGuard Banking Consultants and DhanGuard Business Center in Dubai. Hemant's journey from tech to finance and eventually to en…

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August 2024 | Canada's Collective Clamor • Carbon Costs Climb • Pacific Ports Packed 5:00

3M ago5:00

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It’s hard to believe what’s happening in the world of logistics sometimes. Today we have stories that will cover the perilous port predicaments in the Pacific. I also wanted to address Canada’s strike which is inching closer; the impacts of which will be felt. And I also cover some more carbon-based fees being levied by Turkey and other countries i…

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Adapting to rapid advancement in telecommunications technology: A conversation with José Perdomo Lorenzo, chief strategy officer of Deutsche Telekom Group 22:04

3M ago22:04

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José Perdomo Lorenzo, chief strategy officer of Deutsche Telekom Group, sits down with Heidrick & Struggles’ Lukasz Kiniewicz to discuss Lorenzo’s primary strategic goals for Deutsche Telekom Group over the next five years, particularly in the context of fiber optic network expansion. Lorenzo also shares how he thinks about balancing AI with data p…

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#307: From Near-Death Tragedy to Million-Dollar Triumph: Yannick Rebsamen’s Inspirational Story 58:08

2M ago58:08

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Imagine being on the brink of signing a professional sports contract, when one night changes everything. This is the story of Yannick Rebsamen – an aspiring professional footballer whose dream career was tragically cut short when he lost both of his legs at age 23 in a terrible accident. But he didn’t let that stop him. Grateful for his life, he la…

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August 2024 | Fires and Strikes, latest and upcoming supply chain events 5:00

3M ago5:00

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In this very important episode, I have two stories about explosions on shipping freighters and the fires they dealt with. I’ll also cover some of the nuances regarding the potential Union Strike in Canada. If that strike were to come to pass, there would be a tremendous impact. Cargo Insurance is something that is taken far too lightly — especially…

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#205 Journey of Fuqran athar from Pakistan to Dubai: A Tale of Retail and Resilience 24:34

3M ago24:34

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About Furqan Athar Furqan Athar is the Managing Director & Partner at McARTHUR + COMPANY and Spret Retail, with over 25 years of experience in the retail industry. He has significantly influenced Dubai's retail landscape, contributing to iconic projects like the Mall of the Emirates and Dubai Festival City. Furqan is also a passionate longevity ent…

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