Skillionaires

In Part 2 of the conversation with Michelle Maree, we go beyond the origin story and dive deep into what it really takes to grow, as a founder, leader and human being. This episode is about outgrowing environments, building high-trust communities, setting clear boundaries and understanding why real scale doesn’t come from doing more, but from designing the right culture. Michelle Maree shares her...

In this episode of Skillionaires, host Dr. Angela Thomas speaks with Michelle Maree, founder of The Nomad Escape, about designing a life and business beyond borders, limits and traditional structures. Michelle Maree shares her journey from building a location-independent business to redefining freedom, responsibility and success on her own terms. Together, they explore what it really takes to crea...

In this episode of Skillionaires, host Angela Thomas sits down with Angela Soudi, co-founder of Gladiators Juniors and passionate advocate for entrepreneurship education for children. Together they explore why entrepreneurship starts long before adulthood, and how families, systems, mindset and heart-led leadership play a decisive role in shaping the next generation. This conversation goes beyond...

Great events don’t happen by accident. They are designed, guided and held together by the right person on stage. In this episode of the Skillionaires Podcast, Angela Thomas is joined by Derek Smith, an experienced Master of Ceremonies (MC), to explore what truly makes events work behind the scenes. The conversation dives into the often underestimated role of the MC and why great moderation is not...

In this solo Playbook Episode, Dr. Angela Thomas breaks down her proven 9-step scaling framework and explains how real business growth works in practice. You’ll learn how to structure your value proposition, customer journey, channels, partnerships, and revenue streams in a way that allows your business to scale without burning yourself out or tying everything to your personal time and energy. Thi...

This unscripted solo episode is a personal and unfiltered start into the new year. Angela Thomas shares a story she rarely talks about: a year of pressure, self-doubt, a costly scam, and the inner shift that followed. From nervous system regulation to leadership identity, from environment to energy, this episode explores why strategy alone never creates sustainable growth. You’ll hear: – why strat...

Amazon frustrates most founders. Not because their product is bad – but because they misunderstand the system. In this episode of Skillionaires, Angela Thomas sits down with Jason Kwao, Amazon growth strategist and brand builder, to unpack what really drives success on Amazon. Jason Kwao shares his journey from delivering pizzas to scaling seven-figure brands, and explains why Amazon is not a mark...

In this episode of the Skillionaires Podcast, Angela Thomas speaks with Riadh Bouaziz, an entrepreneur and global leader in the luxury home and textile industry. Riadh Bouaziz shares how a deep respect for craftsmanship, discipline, and long-term thinking laid the foundation for building his global luxury business. From linen and textiles to international markets, this conversation explores what i...

In this inspiring episode, Angela Thomas speaks with Khurshid Vakil, co-founder of Home Fashion Group and one of the leading voices in premium home textile manufacturing. Khurshid Vakil shares the story of a family business built on craftsmanship, discipline, and unwavering brand integrity. From producing for global luxury retailers to scaling operations across continents, his philosophy is simple...

In this powerful episode, Angela Thomas sits down with Seif El Hakim — “The Alpha” — a global business leader, former Samsung executive, founder, strategist, and creator of The Alpha Movement. This conversation cuts through the noise of fake success and surface-level coaching. Seif El Hakim reveals what a modern alpha truly is: Identity. Integrity. Responsibility. Discipline. Execution. No ego. No...

In this episode, Angela Thomas speaks with Premal Patel, culture strategist and founder of the Healthy Minds Club, about the core truth every modern leader is facing: “Your behaviour becomes your company’s behaviour — and culture scales faster than strategy.” Premal Patel draws from 28 years of leadership experience across global organisations and shares why mental well-being, psychological safety...

In this episode, Angela Thomas speaks with Christian Kiefer, the powerhouse behind Raya Wellness and Wellbeings UAE. Christian Kiefer is one of the most influential leaders in the Middle East’s wellness landscape. He shares how he went from a safe corporate life in Germany to building 27 wellness outlets across Dubai, shaping an entire industry through presence, precision, and conscious leadership...

In this conversation, Angela Thomas meets Anna Thiel, mentor for men, to explore a striking insight: “Men in unstable relationships cannot scale.” What begins as a business discussion unfolds into something far deeper — a look at how emotional balance, self-awareness, and trust form the real infrastructure of success. Anna shares how she helps male leaders reconnect with their inner calm, face unc...

Amirhossein Farzaneh shares his journey from gym owner in Iran to tech founder in Dubai. In this episode, he and Angela Thomas explore how to turn passion for sports into a scalable business model, and why human connection remains the strongest asset in the age of AI. You’ll learn: – Why community and connection are the real drivers of growth – How to balance digital scalability with authenticity...

In this episode of Skillionaires, Angela Thomas talks with Sebastian Scheplitz, a seasoned entrepreneur and growth mentor with over 25 years in leadership and marketing. Born in Leipzig in the 80s, Sebastian grew up in times of change, a mindset that still drives his approach to scaling companies today. From leading a school council to coaching basketball teams and building multiple startups to su...

What does it take to build a thriving business in the world’s fastest-growing city — at just nineteen? In this episode, Khaled Mohamed shares how he turned his vision into Dubai’s leading personal-branding agency for real-estate professionals. We talk about mindset, courage, and the power of scaling smart, not fast. From learning through mistakes to hiring the right team, Khaled’s journey is a mas...

In this episode of The Skillionaires, Angela speaks with Mitch Bittermann, CEO of Dubai Commerce City, about how smart commerce is reshaping the future of business in the Middle East. From his roots in Germany to leadership roles across Asia, Mitch shares how structure, culture, and curiosity led him to build one of Dubai’s most forward-thinking free zones — an ecosystem where startups, investors,...

In this episode of Skillionaires, Angela Thomas sits down with Flo Akinbiyi – global presenter, speaker, and communication coach. He has trained over 2,500 professionals and supported 200+ brands, working with names like Ferrari, IBM, Oxford University and Abu Dhabi Finance Week. Discover how voice, presence, and authenticity become the ultimate leverage for scaling brands and leadership. Flo Akin...

In this episode of Skillionaires, host Angela welcomes Jim Menter, founder of Investmenter Real Estate LLC (Dubai), a leading voice in strategic wealth scaling. Jim Menter shares how he moved from being a traditional investor to becoming a Wealth Scaler: someone who multiplies not just capital, but also mindset, strategy, and long-term impact. We talk about: 💭 Mindset shifts that create true weal...

In this trailer, host Angela Thomas shares why Skillionaires was created and what this podcast is all about: 👉 Sustainability over hype 👉 Clarity over chaos 👉 Strategies that scale – stories that stick. If you’re a founder, leader, or high performer who’s tired of posting just for the sake of posting, this is your space. Angela explains why so many talented people remain invisible despite great...